The first time I met Nicole and Chris, I instantly adored them. There is something about these two that makes you feel welcome and at home with them. They are sweet and humble people who take time to truly listen when you speak to them. When they told me they wanted to get married on Mayne Island, where Chris’ family has had a cabin since he was a child, I knew we were meant to be. Mayne Island has always been one of my favorite places in the entire world. We bonded over our mutual love for this Southern Gulf Island, and they told me about how Chris proposed at the very point where they were planning to have their ceremony.

Their wedding day was relaxed and filled with warm, loving people. Chris and Nicole exchanged their vows in a forest overlooking the ocean, and then scaled some rocky cliffs for their photos before returning to the Mayne Island Resort for a cozy reception filled with games, good food, and a lot of heartwarming laughter.

Hats off to a great team of vendors and friends that worked hard to put this day together:

Wedding Arch: Built by the groom and stained by the couple

Blackberry Jam Favours: Made lovingly by the groom’s mother from berries the couple picked themselves!

Make-up: Friend of the Bride, Sam Hunter

Dress: Made with Love Bridal from Everly Fine Bridal in Kits

Venue: Mayne Island Resort

Catering: Bennett Bay Bistro

Cake/Cupcakes: Le Gateau Bake Shop

Florals: Maple Ridge Florist

Hair Piece: Atelier Elise in Gastown

Decor Calligraphy: Willow Calligraphy

Driftwood Decor: Friend of the Bride, Claire Boothe