We made it

After a string of bad luck (an extraordinary storm, no power, a car accident, parents recovering from COVID, a wardrobe malfunction and a last-minute cancellation from the babysitter), this wedding could not be stopped! In the end, the day was magical, leaving the bride and groom feeling extra grateful.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY PALM TREE STUDIO

VENUE: Stonefields Estate, Beckwith, Ont. | NUMBER OF GUESTS: 95 BRIDE’S GOWN: Tara Lauren, Revelle Bridal Boutique | GROOM’S SUIT: Moores BRIDESMAIDS’ DRESSES: Various | MAKEUP: Olivia Foulkes | HAIR: Expressions Hair Design FLORALS: Capital Florist, Laces & Bows | STATIONERY: Vice Honey, Etsy Canada | DÉCOR: Laces & Bows TABLETOP RENTALS: Simply Beautiful Décor | DJ: CaptivSounds | OFFICIANT: Christine Libon

Memorable: What will guests remember most from this wedding day? Jena says it’s the venue. And her one-year-old son in his little tux!

Party time: “Although the ceremony in the chapel was dreamy and unforgettable, nothing could beat having our friends and family together on the dance floor after being separated for so long. The DJ was great, the late-night snacks were delicious, and the company was everything. It was a magical night,” says Jena. Favourite detail: “The flowers. Seeing them in person truly exceeded my expectations,” says Jena. “They were fresh, colourful, aromatic and abundant. My mother-in-law did an amazing job putting the centrepieces together and arranging the flowers all over the property.” Personal touches: It’s important to have your wedding represent you and your personality. Jena did this with nature. “I’m inspired by nature, beautiful flowers, trees and greenery. Filling the beautiful spaces at Stonefields with fresh greenery, eucalyptus, peonies, garden roses and ranunculus was an expression of myself and love for our mother earth.”