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Heritage Meets Glamour: A Modern Fairytale Wedding

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Jennifer Lee and Jeffrey Liao’s wedding on July 13, 2024, (featured in the latest issue of WedLuxe Canada), was a dazzling celebration of love, culture, and design. The day began with a breathtaking outdoor ceremony blending contemporary elegance with tradition. The glamorous reception featured flowing fabrics, glittering chandeliers, and dramatic lighting that transformed the space into a wonderland. Thoughtful cultural touches and dynamic entertainment captivated their 500 guests, while Jennifer wowed in multiple fashion looks. The entire celebration was a stunning fusion of heritage and creativity, leaving an indelible impression on everyone in attendance.

The Love Story

Jennifer and Jeffrey’s love story began during the pandemic when a mutual friend introduced them. They first connected over FaceTime while Jeffrey was living in India. Eventually, he decided to move to Toronto to complete school and be closer to Jennifer. When they finally met in person, it didn’t take long for their connection to deepen. Two years later, Jeffrey proposed at Federick’s Restaurant, surrounded by close family. The moment was especially meaningful as Jennifer’s late father built the iconic Hakka chain, making the restaurant a cherished part of her family’s legacy.

The wedding day began with a Chinese tea ceremony, followed by an outdoor wedding ceremony, both held at the Aga Khan Museum in Toronto. The reception was held at Hazelton Manor, with Wassal Seddiqi of Petals and Pearls Since 2013, Petals and Pearls has established itself as a premier event planner in Toronto,... More | Message providing event planning and design.

Jennifer’s Stunning Looks

Jennifer wore four stunning looks throughout her wedding day:

Reflections on a Ceremony

The outdoor ceremony featured a mirrored aisle runner, chandeliers, and a stunning stage setup by Kaidy Decor. The setting was enhanced with harpist performances by Denise Fung Music, custom bars, and catering for guests to enjoy.

Evening Enchantment

Jennifer and Jeffrey’s celebration continued at Hazelton Manor, where enchantment and glamour set the tone for the evening.

Mirror, Mirror

A custom trussing system was designed specifically for the event, featuring a flowing floral and fabric installation with glittering chandeliers by Coco by Covers Couture COCO by Covers Couture has been a trusted provider of wedding decor in Toronto since... More | Message that appeared to float effortlessly above the custom black head table, their beauty reflected in the mirrored dance floor by Paragon Designs.

The lighting design—including custom pin lighting and dramatic stage effects—enhanced the captivating ambiance, perfectly complementing the decor.

I didn’t have a specific vision, but I knew I wanted to feel enchantment and glamour when I walked into the room

- Jennifer Lee, Bride
The reception was a memorable complete transformation of Hazelton Manor! We brought in every single element to the space to make it uniquely a sophisticated design that was a reflection of this beautiful couple

- Wassal Seddiqi, Petals and Pearls

Grande Finale

The evening was filled with incredible food, including unlimited stations and a decadent 10-course meal, as well as a dynamic entertainment lineup. Performances ranged from live music to cultural dances, including a lion dance by Wushu Project. A choreographed dance by Jeffrey and his groomsmen was a crowd favourite. As a thoughtful finale, guests visited a custom bloom bar, where they could wrap floral arrangements into bouquets to take home—an elegant and memorable end to an unforgettable celebration.

 

Jennifer and Jeffrey currently reside in Toronto. After their wedding, the couple embarked on a romantic honeymoon in Honolulu, Hawaii, where they spent their days exploring scenic hikes, relaxing on pristine beaches, and hunting for the best poke bowls. The trip was the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation, marking the start of their new journey together as husband and wife.

CREDITS

Couple: @jenzlee_,  @lfc_jeffrey, Band + DJ: @solepower, Bridal Gown: @mirazwillinger from @powder_bride, Ceremony Music: @denisefungmusic, Ceremony Stage: @kaidydecor, Ceremony Venue: @agakhanmuseum_events, Chandeliers: @cocobycoverscouture, Cinematographer: @kismetcreative, Content Creator: @deardiarysocial, Draping: @eventuredesign, Dress (Tea Ceremony): @eastmeetsdress, Dress (Lion Dance): Alice Ko Original DesignsDress (Mini): @galialahav, Event Carpet: @reznickeventcarpets, Event Planning and Design: @petalsandpearls, Floral and Decor: @rachelaclingen, Formal Wear: @empirecustoms_official, Furniture: @detailzfurniturerentals, @chairmanmills, Hair and Makeup: @aglowbyjoan, Lion Dancers: @wushuproject, Mirrored Floor: @paragon.designs, Photography: @purpletreephotography, Reception AV: @shakedownsoundlighting, Reception Venue: @hazeltonmanor, Seating Chart: @luxuryeventdecor_, Stationery: @polkadotpapershop, Tabletop: @tabletalesinc, Trussing: @bbblancweddings




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