REAL CALIFORNIA WEDDING: TRICIA & JOSH

Prior to the wedding, Tricia and Josh participated in some Chinese traditions which proved to be some of the most moving and unique moments of the day.  First, there were the ‘groom’s games’ in which Josh had to ‘prove’ himself to Tricia‘s bridesmaids by answering a series of questions and passing a series of ‘tests.’   The bridesmaids formed a wall and giggled as Josh hula hooped, spelled out letters with his body and did push ups with a huge smile.  (Of course bribery was allowed if the questions or tasks were too difficult). Tricia was listening to the activity and peeking down from the stairs above.  After the reveal, Tricia and her family planned a traditional tea ceremony at the Palace Hotel.  This intimate ceremony was one of the most touching wedding moments we have experienced.  During the ceremony, Tricia and Josh knelt before each set of parents and other family members and served them tea.  Parents shared marriage advice and congratulated the couple.  Tricia and Josh expressed gratitude for their parents and for each other. The whole ceremony was very intimate and emotional, as you can see from the pictures. 

Josh and Tricia‘s family’s cultural traditions were woven throughout the ceremony and reception as well.  Tricia and Josh exchanged vows under a gorgeous custom made chuppah by Under the Chuppah.  And, guests were treated to a special surprise when, late into the evening, traditional lion dancers burst onto the dance floor and performed an incredible dance in costume.  

Tricia loved the look of the Great American Hall and wanted her wedding decor to compliment the gorgeous architecture.  Tables were adorned with crystal candelabras that the bride and groom put together themselves, as well as blue hurricanes and tons of red roses.  The stationary incorporated gold filagree that matched the molding on the ceiling of the Great American Music Hall.  The entire room was illuminated with candles which really brought out the warm red and gold colors in the venue.’