Organic backyard wedding for a couple brought together by their dogs

Organic backyard wedding for a couple brought together by their dogs

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Melanie and Hang’s dogs met during their daily walks and quickly became best friends. This bond naturally brought Melanie and Hang together, leading to their own blossoming relationship and eventual love story. Their engagement took place on a cliffside in Melanie’s hometown of Half Moon Bay, California, with their beloved dogs in attendance, of course. After two joyful years of engagement, they began planning an intimate wedding with Lisa McAdams Events that perfectly reflected their shared vision and was captured by Alicia Parks Photography

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Creating a natural and relaxed atmosphere

By hosting the celebration at Melanie’s parent’s home, the couple embraced a natural, relaxed atmosphere, incorporating earthy elements and honoring Hang’s Chinese heritage without the constraints of a traditional venue.

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Picture-perfect garden setting

Melanie shared that her father devoted special care to making the yard picture-perfect for their big day, resulting in breathtaking photos captured throughout the gardens. Melanie’s Jenny Yoo dress beautifully complemented the garden setting, featuring a bold burn-out floral organza with an exquisite train.

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Married amidst the garden beds

Forty-five guests were seated amidst the garden’s hedge line, and a simple dirt path lined with white flower petals from Blooming Vase led to the altar.

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Meaningful Chinese wedding traditions

The wedding also wove in meaningful elements of Chinese culture. Red lanterns adorned the yard, and miniature lanterns added a festive touch indoors.

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Custom sugar cookies

Custom sugar cookies from Maribel’s Sweets, frosted with their wedding date and the Chinese wedding symbol, graced each dinner place setting.

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A first dance poolside on the patio

The couple shared their first dance poolside on the patio surrounded by their closest friends and family. 

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Heart-shaped wedding cake

The bride and groom cut into a heart-shaped wedding cake from Simple Delights with a custom Chinese-inspired cake topper. 

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