Rustic + Romantic Wedding With A Celebration Of Cultures

Fidana + Michael held a rustic wedding adorned with red, green, and yellow at the beautiful Willowynn Barn, full of sentimental and cultural details to add a personal touch. Fidana is Chinese, and Michael is Portuguese, and they wanted to honor their cultures at their wedding. This included gifting Portuguese favors called “Galos de Bercelos” that represent good luck packaged in a Chinese Bridal Carriage Gift box, a Chinese Tea ceremony that was incorporated into the main ceremony, surprising guests with a Lion dance at the reception. Their best friend officiated, and they wrote their own vows. Fidana + Michael also wanted their special day to be laid back as a reflection of their personalities, and there was something for everyone, from yard games and a fire pit outside, to a donkey passing out jello shots! It was truly a special day to remember.

Photography // EventSmith Productions

Newlyweds celebrate at signing table with Chinese lion dancers and colorful confetti
Bride and groom share intimate moment outdoors, her veil flowing in golden hour light
Rustic ceremony under geometric arch with sunflowers and string lights overhead
Ornate Chinese tea ceremony set with gold teapot and decorative cups
Bride in lace gown and groom in tan suit pose with donkey wearing decorative saddle at rustic outdoor venue
Bride and groom embrace beside red vintage Mustang at rustic white barn venue
Wedding party in sage green and black formal attire poses under oak tree at rustic venue
Red wedding favor containers arranged on black table with flowers and handwritten thank you sign
Indoor ceremony in rustic barn venue with string lights as bride and groom kneel before seated guests
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