Island DestinationWedding

We are always doing weddings... something about love and the promise to be with that person- to love, respect, trust and take care of. This is the wedding of Monsell and Katia!

photo by Michael Marko Photography-

Well for Monsell and Katia- this had a deeper meaning. They are both in the Military and serving our country. Monsell was away in the war and she was at home- keeping the watch for him here. They were doing so much- buying a home, taking care of their family and country, that we never really got to talk. What dilemna! But never fear we do this all the time.

Since we do many out state couples, it is very common to use other means of communications- such as texts, email and Skype. But in this case we did it the old fashion way- through momma and sister.
Well mom is also in the military- so really sister was the life link to them. It is absolutely awesome when everyone is on board for your marriage!

Sisters-Photo by Michael Marko Photography

After all was said and done I thought that they were never going to walk down the aisle! But boy did they do it in style!

She, being a Sagittarius- adventurous and avant garde- had her wedding dress designed to fit her personality. It was a perfect design -fit to her personality and taste and she ROCKED IT! She had the front shortened to give her length, but still kept the fullness and airy feel of the dress. The bodice was a rue-shing design with a beading applique- gave it a fun and fabulous flair!

Bride and her son- Photo by Michael Marko Photography

The family opted to symbolize this marriage with a Sand Ceremony. Each color represents them as an individual.

 The wedding party's colors were black, gold, turquoise and ivory. Each bride's maids had a black tea length dress but with a different cut. The flower girl maintained the neutral color

Matching the dapper groom's men!

The once down the aisle and holding each other hands- the sun streams in as the officiant, Lowell Gannon, performs the ceremony!

Once they kissed- shhh- you can't see. We are off to the party

 So we leave the island on the skipper off to the marina to eat, drink , dance and be married!