Wedding at the Horticulture Building in Ottawa: Ian and Lauren |

It was a wedding like no other. So much thought and detail put into every part of the day and it totally paid off. This was my second wedding at the Horticulture Building in Ottawa and it was all kinds of epic. From the florals to the decor to the speeches and the overwhelming love and happiness, it was such a perfect day.

My day started off at the Chateau Laurier downtown where the girls were putting the finishing touches on hair and makeup.

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Meanwhile, down the hall, the guys were getting dressed and ready along with Frannie, the most adorable dog everrrrr.

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The bride and groom chose to do a first look at the Arboretum, along with their dog. The best.

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This cathedral veil was all kinds of amazing.

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Natalie Peachy, you nailed it with this makeup. SO good.

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I adore these rose gold bridesmaids dresses. These girls looked killer all day.

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If this isn’t the cutest thing you have ever seen, I don’t know if we can be friends.

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Find someone who will wipe your brow for you.

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Shoutout to the groom’s mother for all of these amazing floral arrangements for the wedding reception. Wow.

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Want to know the way to my heart? Suzy Q donuts at a wedding. That’s how.

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