Weddingbee Blog

Thanks to endless reruns of Law & Order: SVU, I have a date with Detective Olivia Benson every day of the week. I have a huge girl crush on actress Mariska Hargitay, the talented actress who plays Detective Benson. She just seems so charming, down-to-earth, and all-around adorable. Her soigne 2004 nuptials to actor Peter Hermann is my favorite celebrity wedding of all-time. Here are some photographs of the lovely day:

Mariska walking down the aisle with her father, bodybuilder Mickey Hargitay.

Almost all of the attendants were children– look how adorable the little girls are with their wands!

Aren’t they the cutest couple ever? They had a gospel choir singing during their recessional– what a fun idea!

Mariska and her father at the reception: they look so happy! I love the joy radiating across their faces in this photograph.

Mariska and Peter’s wedding reception was held at an estate in scenic Montecito, California.

Mariska carried a locket with photographs of her mother, the late actress Jayne Mansfield, and her grandmother. I love this idea– such a precious way to keep loved ones close to your heart.

Mariska had Peter’s initials sewn in blue inside her wedding dress. I love this idea– I’m going to ask my mom to sew our wedding date and Mr. Jasmine’s initials into the inside of my skirt.

The roses and gardenias in Mariska’s hair are simply breathtaking. The look is so romantic and old-world. It’s my favorite part of her wedding day ensemble.

I adore Mariska’s blush Carolina Herrera dress– it is elegant and timeless, but the hint of color makes it really unique. Their first dance was to “Over the Rainbow”.

Perfectly luxe seating cards– these are so dreamy. I love the contrast of the whimsical calligraphy with the classic white silk.

This wonderfully whimsical confection from Very Different Cakes is six feet high! It makes a dramatic, vibrant focal point of the reception.

These menu cards are perfectly elegant and the food looks delicious! Oh Mariska, why wasn’t I invited?

The beautiful couple at the end of a joyous day.

Tell me about your favorite celebrity wedding!

images courtesy of instyle and lara porzak