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This past weekend had us escaping the cold and unseasonal snow of Vancouver and heading to Tofino – which, by some miraculous hand, was gorgeous and sunny – for Jen & Neil’s wedding.

I hardly know where to start. Everything was perfect – from the amazing outfits (two hot numbers each), to the weather, to the grand fireworks finale at the end of the night. Looking back, I can’t think of a single thing that could have been any better.

There are so many images… but I have to choose just a few! Here are just a handful of all the great shots jumping out at me so far!

First up – the shoes. They most definitely deserve to make the blog cut. Jen agonized over her decision between a certain pair of Manolos and this pair of Louboutins. The Louboutins won.

Wedding shoes

Jen and her Dad walking up the aisle. I adore this photo, especially the look on her face!

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The ceremony was held indoors, with a sweeping view of the beach right behind them.

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Jen and Neil looking stellar

the groom on his wedding day

the bride and her jewellry

Together

the bride and groom quiet moment

My favourite reception detail – the cheese cake. Yes, it’s a cake. Or rather, cheese setup in the shape of a cake. Either way, it was delicious, and the symbolism behind them cutting the cheese entertains me to no end!

wedding cake made out of cheese

We headed back outside after dinner for a few sunset photos. Here is Jen, looking amazing in the evening sun.

the bride and her dress at sunset

One of the surprises of the night was the quick outfit change that had these two looking like they’d walked straight out of Hollywood. Wow.

bride and groom dance by candlelight

And finally, the guests were treated again at the end of the night with an amazing beach fireworks show. The perfect end to the perfect day.

wedding fireworks

CONGRATS again, to both of you! It was such a joy to be there. I’m sure you are having a fantastic time in Morocco. We’ll see you when you get back!

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The morning after the wedding, we headed back out to long beach for our trash the dress (and tux!) session. It was freezing, but the photos are gorgeous! The beach filled with spectators wondering who the crazy people in the cold Tofino water were.

Here are a few of our favs -

Tofino Trash the Dress Session

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Tofino Trash the Dress Session 4

Tofino Trash the Dress Session 2

Tofino Trash the Dress Session 5

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Wow.

You know, we go to a lot of weddings and we’ve seen countless different venues and types of celebrations. And sometimes, things really just click for us. This was one of those times.

We were married 7 years ago (as of last week! weu!) and I can absolutely say that if we were to do it all over again right now, this would be the exact way to do it.

Small, destination wedding. Not very far away though – Tofino/Ucleulet is so very close and yet feels like it’s worlds away. A big house to hold the wedding and reception as well as to provide accomodations for a sizeable group of friends and family. Beach and rocks and waves and trees. Amazing food served all night long. Mingling. Drinking. Gorgeous details and decor. And most importantly, an incredible group of family and friends to share it with.

The Dress and the View from the master bedroom

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The rings on the pages of the Prophet – later to be used as the source of a ceremony reading

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My favourite ceremony shot. Deanna hugging her father after they’ve walked down the aisle

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Some of the amazing food, flowers, and other details

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The Bride

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The Groom

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Together

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The View

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The Cake

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Congratulations again to you both, from the bottom of our hearts. It was such an honour to be there to celebrate with you!

Kudos to Camilla at Crabapple Floral in Tofino who blows me away each time we do a wedding in Tofino or Ucleulet with her gorgeous work, and to our friends Albertine & Brina from Blue Skies and Daisies who did their magic with invites and website goodies here as well. It was great to see you both! Here’s one final shot of the Blue Skies clan!

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Last Sunday we hopped an early ferry over to the island for Terry & Preeti’s Hatley Castle wedding at Royal Roads University.

There is so much to say and yet words don’t seem to do it, so I’ll let the images do the talking. Needless to say, it was an AMAZING location to work in and we were so glad to be there with such a fantastic couple!

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And – the highlight of the set – a night shot of Terry & Preeti while their party goes on behind them

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Last weekend we travelled to the Sooke Harbour House on Vancouver Island for our 3rd destination event in a row! Rob & Jill travelled there with their close family and friends for their weekend away. What I love most about their choice in location is that it will be the perfect place to escape to for years to come for their anniversaries! The perfect retreat.

A few of our favourites so far – first, the flower girls!

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Rob & Jill just after the kiss. I’m standing below them on the path, and Rob is looking out over the ocean. I can only imagine all of the wonderful things he is thinking of as they officially start their life together as husband and wife!

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The Champagne Toast!

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Portrait of the newlyweds

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Walking along the path in front of the Harbour House

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And – of course – just a few of the amazing dishes served up by the chefs for the evening dinner.

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