Weddingbee Blog

After we finished our family and wedding party photos we headed to the church and waited for the ceremony to begin!

As the wedding party was gathering in the entry way of the church, I stood by the door and had one last moment to myself to take it all in. I love this photo as you can see my flower girl on the left — she was so cute all day and just wanted to be with me. I didn’t even know she was standing there until I saw this photo.

The processional began with Mr. Onion’s father (one of our groomsmen) escorting Mr. Onion’s mother down the aisle.

Next up was my brother escorting my mother down the aisle. The light in the church was so beautiful — I felt so lucky to have such a cheery place to be married. Note: If you click to enlarge you’ll see our other two groomsmen (Mr. Onion’s brother and best friend) making their way down the outside aisle — I guess they weren’t sure when they were supposed to enter. So much for the rehearsal, right?

Meanwhile, my father and flower girl and I patiently waited in the church entry way. She was so excited and had a smile on her face the entire time!

I love this photo — you can see my giving my dad the “OK, are you ready?,” look! I bought him a beautiful pink Valentino tie to wear on the wedding day. Even though he was a very successful business man before he retired he said “this is the most expensive and beautiful tie I have ever owned.” Pink appeared no where else in the wedding — I wanted my dad to feel really special — but it complemented the browns, greens and purples so nicely.

Next up are my beautiful bridesmaids. First, my best friend from college with her infectious smile. We met on our very first day of college orientation as we were moving into our all girls down (which neither of us choose). We have been the best of friends ever since.

Next, my best friend from the city (when you live in New York, you consider it THE city — it’s just the way it is). When I first moved to NYC in 2003 for an internship we were introduced through a mutual friend. When we parted that first day she said “let me know if there is anything you need when you move in,” and sure enough - the rest is history.

And finally, my best friend since we were 5! We have been through so much together and she was so excited that Mr. Onion and I found each other (they went to high school together actually). You can also see our pew decorations — white tulips wrapped in purple tissue in galvanized tins and our sweet flower girl behind her making her way too.

Here comes our flower girl holding her flowers perfectly and not walking too fast! I was so proud of her.

Mr. Onion patiently waits for me.

This is it — it’s our turn! This is my favorite photo of me and father from the day. I’m his youngest of four children and you can just see how proud he is of me. And he’s such a good hugger that he broke his boutonniere before the ceremony even began. I didn’t notice until I saw the photos though — the little things really aren’t important.

Up next…Here comes the bride!

Photos: Daria Bishop Photography
All flowers: Fresh Floral Design Studio
Location: First Congregational Church, Burlington, VT
My Dress: Romona Keveza from Mark Ingram’s Bridal Atelier
My Veil: Two tier elbow length from Rose’s Bridal, NYC
Mr. Onion’s suit: Alan David Custom
BM Dresses: Ann Taylor Celebrations Collection
GM Suits: Rental from Dante Zellar