Stephanie + Alex | Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding From Samantha Kirk Photography

This pretty garden wedding will delight you.  Everything is just so romantic, delicate and perfect.  Stephanie’s Monique Lhuillier Chantal gown was just gorgeous. We love the classic lines, the beautiful re-embroidered lace bodice and airy, ethereal vibe of this once in a lifetime dress.

Stephanie + Alex | September 3, 2017 Napa Valley, California

Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real WeddingMonique Lhuillier Real Wedding | Samantha Kirk PhotographySamantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real WeddingSamantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real WeddingSamantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real WeddingSamantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding

The Ceremony
The ceremony took place at Beaulieu Garden. Alex grew up Catholic and I grew up Jewish so our ceremony was a blend of the two traditions. In place of the Jewish custom of “Seven Blessings” we did “Seven Interfaith Readings”, each one read by someone who is special to us.

Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding

The Reception
The reception was also at Beaulieu Garden. The dinner took place under stunning arbor lit up with market lights. The food was inspired by local California cuisine.

Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real WeddingSamantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real WeddingSamantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real WeddingSamantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real WeddingSamantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding

Stephanie’s Wedding Dress Search
I tried on around 30 dresses. I have always loved Monique Lhuillier and I thought I had decided on the Severine dress. When I went to buy it, I decided to try on the Chantal and immediately knew it was the one. I loved the lace and the softness of the tulle — one of Monique’s specialties. It just felt right!

Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding

How she felt in her Monique Lhuillier Chantal
Light, floating, elegant

Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding

Why She’s Selling Her Wedding Dress
Someone else should get to wear it! I am (obviously) never planning to wear it again and it shouldn’t go to waste in my closet.

Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding Samantha Kirk Photography Monique Lhuillier Real Wedding

Credits

Wedding Dress: Monique Lhuillier Chantal | Photography: Samantha Kirk | Venue: Beaulieu Garden | Event Planning: Two Roads  | Floral Design: Bloomers  | Cake: Susie Cakes