Jessica + Vince | The Officer’s Mess Wedding

Ceremony and Reception at The Officer’s Mess, Fort Takapuna

Capturing Jessica and Vince’s wedding at The Officer’s Mess was such a joyous experience, especially during the moments at the beach, which beautifully reflected the more subtle yet profound emotions of their love story.

Jessica and Vince’s journey began at the university where they both work, and then took a romantic turn when Vince popped the question on a balcony in the Banff Mountains. Their wedding day was truly unique. They incorporated special touches like Italian songs and a sprinkle of lemons as decorations to honour Vince’s Italian heritage and the language they both speak.

As Jessica got ready, bridal beauty expert The Peach Club ensured she looked stunning for her big day. Bridget at The White Wedding Club worked her magic with the styling for both ceremony and reception. The lemon design on the menu was gorgeous, thanks to Just My Type Stationery. Chloe at Le Fleur Florist also crafted the most beautiful green and white themed florals that complemented well with the fresh colours of the lemons.

When the time came for the ceremony, officiated by Wendy Emsley, all eyes were on the bride as she walked down the aisle. After the ceremony, the fun-filled celebration continued with DJ4You in charge of music. Sweet Bites Bakery’s delicious cake was the perfect sweet ending to a perfect day.

Overall, Jessica and Vince’s wedding was a beautiful celebration of love and family, made possible by the talented team of vendors who brought their vision to life. Beyond the beauty of the day, it was the love story of the couple and their cherished family moments that truly stole the show.

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