Vintage Wedding, Modern Couple


Submitted by: Seth Hernandez-Matheson (groom)
Wedding date: 03/01/2008
Wedding location: California

The couple that met online over four years ago continues to stay in contact with the help of technology.

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The wedding party consisted of Doug's sister and best friend, Seth's brother, sister and best friend. The men wore black Calvin Klein tuxes and the ladies silver Jessica McClintock gowns reminiscent of Old Hollywood. Seth had multi-strand pearl necklaces made as gifts to the "best gals." (Flowers: GD Designers)

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Doug and Seth each were escorted down the aisle by their moms to "Homme" from the Brazilian Girls. They were met at the end of the aisle by Doug's dad, a judge, who performed their ceremony. After the ceremony, they walked back down the aisle to "God Only Knows" by the Beach Boys. Later, the first dance was danced to Joss Stone's version of the same Beach Boy classic. (Lighting: Broadcast Support)

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Our entire event was held at the Los Angeles Athletic Club, a 125+ year old club that claims Charlie Chaplin and Rudolph Valentino among its members. The dramatic lighting helped emphasize the wonderful architecture of the space. (Lighting: Broadcast Support)

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As a contrast to the purity of white that dominated the ceremony, a sultry color scheme was chosen for the cocktail and reception spaces. Tables were covered in rich chocolate linens, with criss-crossing scarlet runners. Clusters of white roses were chosen for centerpieces to tie the sultry back to the pure. (Flowers: GD Designers. Linens: BBJ)

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The cake was death by chocolate and had a white chocolate vine motif over dark ganache, with a raspberry/dark chocolate mousse filling. Since there was no garter to toss and no one wanted to catch a pair of boxer shorts, swan-shaped creme puffs were created for each unmarried guest. Two swans held silver rings, waiting to predict the next two to tie the knot. We cut the cake to "Pour Some Sugar on Me" - Def Leppard. (Caprice French Pastries)

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Everything was more wonderful and magical than either Seth or Doug could have imagined... and now Seth wants to get married once a month! The best thing actually happened the day after the wedding when we found out that some of our guests had reservations about gay marriages. Attending our wedding changed their opinion! Love is LOVE!

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Oct 20, 2009
 
OMG!! That last picture is Fabulous! Love it.. Beautiful Wedding..Congrats

Apr 4, 2009
 
Just beautiful! I LOVE the iPhone photo - we had one too because we serenaded our guests with Journey's "Don't Stop Believin" and we each had our iPhone with the lyrics! Haha! And I really love the last photo of you guys at the Disney Concert Hall. Congrats on a beautiful wedding, and best wishes for a long and happy life together!

Mar 10, 2009
 
What great pictures! Your tables are amazing, love the first picture!

Feb 24, 2009
 
The last picture is so beautiful! I love how everything brings back the focus to you two. I think I want to dive head first into that cake, it looks so good!

Dec 6, 2008
 
I love the first picture.. very unique. Congrats!!

Oct 15, 2008
 
Gorgeous tables. The first picture is great. Congratulations!

Oct 14, 2008
 
Great friends and family obviously make for a beautiful wedding day. Congratulations!

Oct 9, 2008
 
Amazing venue and gorgeous presentation. You both had a glamourous wedding! You both glow with happiness. These photos certainly made me smile! Cheers to you both!

by Patricia Burken
Oct 5, 2008
 
Beautiful wedding! I love all of the pictures but am particulary smitten with your reception tables-they are so gorgeous! Congratulations!

Sep 21, 2008
 
HA! The first picture is so cute. You should be an advertisment for apple. Beautiful wedding.

Sep 18, 2008
 
Hello Seth, Yes, love is LOVE!!! This is so evident in your beautiful wedding photos, and most of all, in your words. I had entered the contest late into it several months ago; at the eleventh hour. I was so turned off by what ensued with the unkind comments between some of the contestants that I have not been on this site for a long time. Today I randomely decided to revisit. I am glad I did, it is such joy to see how other couples choose to celebrate their special day, and yours was particularly touching. Your wedding photos are awe-inspiring to me,. All your choices; your theme, your venue, your flowers, your overall decor elements provoke such a strong mood and ambiance that I felt myself as part of your wedding day. I especially LOVE your color palette, very similar to mine, although, different styles. I love the drama that scarlet red brings to an otherwise all pure-white occasion. Great choice! Thank you so much for sharing your one-of-a-kind day with us. Blessings for a lifetime of happiness for both of you. Marie

by Jayna Katz
Sep 3, 2008
 
These photos are gorgeous! Everything looks so beautiful; what a perfect day it must have been for you both! Congratulations and best of luck!!

Sep 3, 2008
 
Great photos. The one with the iphones is classic! you two should be on a commercial. And what a setting for your reception!!! The lighting is fantastic- so dramatic!

Aug 27, 2008
 
Love your first picture...love everything! The detail is amazing! Congrats and thank God for May 15th! My husband and I actually got our licenses the Monday before in June when the courts opened and couples were camped out...very moving! Congrats again!!

by tina feylajaljalj
Aug 25, 2008
 
wow! your pics are amazing.....the decor is absolutely spectacular! may all of your wishes and dreams come true.....you both look so happy and cute! Congrats.. p.s. the boobs were actually gel cup inserts from victoria secret....i have an A cup but thanx hon!

Aug 21, 2008
 
Thank you for your kind comment. Your wedding was very elegant, best wishes to you both.

Aug 20, 2008
 
i should clarify -- travel industry, not wedding industry. the company i manage deals with france/italy/spain/portugal only...

Aug 20, 2008
 
newsletter from my job: http://tinyurl.com/65ac2j my wedding video: http://tinyurl.com/6cvvx6 i work in the industry!! we honeymooned in paris, barcelona and rome. have been to most other parts of france/spain/italy too. paris, lived there for 2 years and have been back there on vacay at least 10 times. where in spain will you be going to? i know you have all your accommodations set, which is good because xmas/new year is pretty busy but please don't hesitate to ask for any insider advice if you have any travel questions to biancamcano at gmail dot com. hope to hear from you :)

Aug 20, 2008
 
OMG! ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL WEDDING! i also think the first pic is adorable:)

Aug 20, 2008
 
You guys have great taste! The last photo is beautiful.

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Aug 20, 2008
 
My goodness! Thank you for the comment. The similarities between our weddings are numerous. We are having mini chocolate ganache cakes with white brocade designs on the top. We stayed in contact VERY digitally for almost 2 years before we became a couple. and the decor... well, we are black and white with sepia accents.. how lovely. We will be coming to CA soon.... CONGRATS you two...

by J White
Aug 20, 2008
 
Thanks for the comment. Of course I don't mind that you commented on my husband. I think he's rather handsome as well! Your wedding was exquisite. Love, love, love the decor. You have great taste and talent. By the way, if you have never visited New Mexico, you should I think you might enjoy Santa Fe (my hometown) the history and art is amazing!!

Aug 19, 2008
 
Wow! Beautiful wedding! Congrats! Love, the red accent lighting.

Aug 19, 2008
 
Haha, I saw your comment on Frank & Cenny's video page. You're hilarious!! And thats exactly what I was thinking in my head.

Aug 19, 2008
 
Oh my goddness the lighting and table settings are breath taking. My favorite photo is the first very creative. 10 stars.

Aug 19, 2008
 
100% latina but born and raised in berkeley. i am a francophile tho (and italophile i guess too now -- can you say that)??my friends call me frenchican. my husband is half japanese half caucasian. so yes, beautiful blended kids. mutts are the best ;) what is the beautiful building behind you two in that last shot? simply amazing. i showed my mom your wedding pics -- she agreed -- bellissimo!!!!

Aug 18, 2008
 
oh and i forgot to say that i love the swan creme puff idea with the silver rings. very original and very French like the bean in the galette des rois~

Aug 18, 2008
 
weeks??? more like a year and then some!! we just had a baby girl Lucia Bella two months ago. Thanks for your wonderful comment. If one of those months you wanna get married in Florence, just let me know -- i can hook you up with the most wonderful vendors!! my brother hired our photographer Edoardo to shoot their wedding in Mexico -- they're flying him all the way from Italy!! Your photos are fabulous and the reception very very classy!!!Way to represent gay marriage on theknot. I LOVE LOVE LOVE it!!!

Aug 18, 2008
 
Haha tell me about it!! I was just telling my sister that I can't sleep at night cause I'm too busy planning their weddings in my head.. and they aren't even dating anybody! Haha!! But no wonder why people want to hire you to do events. Your wedding was really spectacular. I love the lighting, and you two look so happy. I'm really happy for yall.

Aug 18, 2008
 
Thank you so much, Seth! It was definitely an interesting situation :) I just hated so much negativity spilling into everyone's entries at the time- it was completely inappropriate. Off the subject, your pictures are fantastic! I especially love the first one, and the lighting at your reception was gorgeous. Congratulations to you both!

Aug 18, 2008
 
Thank you! I absolutely love the modern decor of your reception...very trendy!

Aug 17, 2008
 
Thanks for your comments Seth... What good is cake without milk? Every detail of your wedding is amazing! From the mood created by the lighting to the perfect song choices to your choreographed soundtrack. Wouldn't it be great if we could all do this "once a month?" Best of wishes in your wonderful marriage!

Aug 15, 2008
 
I love the colors, love the swans, the best gal dresses...love it all! Very classy wedding.

Aug 15, 2008
 
How fun - love the matching iPhones! :-) And the girls' bouquet of white phalaenopsis are beautiful! ps - I made by veil and fascinator

Aug 15, 2008
 
WOW!!!!! Congratulations on a wonderful wedding! I just love all of the pictures you posted! The first one made me laugh, it's great!

Aug 15, 2008
 
Very beautifully done. Congratulations!