Happy Wedding Wednesday!
I truly believe this intimate destination wedding on Mackinac Island is the stuff small wedding dreams are made of. The wedding day unfolds with a beautiful outdoor ceremony, a scenic horse-drawn carriage ride & a celebratory dinner on the patio. There's bubbly & cake too! Does it get any better than that? Paul Retherford Wedding Photography shows us the beauty:
On July 4, 2012, Twin Cities residents Kari & Mark had a small destination wedding on Mackinac Island in Michigan. The non-motorized, charming island was the perfect place for their intimate celebration with their closest family. On their bright, sunny wedding day, the outdoor ceremony took place at a white gazebo near the gardens on the lawn with lake views. Everything was simple & lovely, including the Bride herself with her beautiful smile & gorgeous orchid & calla lily bouquet. With a cello & flute providing sweet music, the Bride & Groom exchanged vows. After the ceremony, the Bride & Groom popped some bubbly & toured the island in a quaint horse-drawn carriage. Then the new Mr. & Mrs. shared a relaxed dinner on the lakeside patio with their family. In the only nod to a traditional wedding, they cut their gorgeous red & purple wedding cake decorated with fresh orchids & calla lilies. A very sweet ending to a sweet wedding day!
My Favorite Moment: The Bride & Groom taking a private tour of the island via a horse-drawn carriage.
My Favorite Detail: The Bride's pretty bouquet of orchids & calla lilies!
Congratulations, Kari & Mark!
VENDOR LOVE:
Photography: Paul Retherford Photography / Submitted via Two Bright Lights / Ceremony & Reception Venue: Mission Point Resort / Floral Designer: St. Ignace Greenhouse & Florist / Musicians: Mike Davis Trio / Wedding Cake: Bella e Dolce / Transportation: Gough Carriages / Hair Stylist: 7th Heaven Salon & Spa /
