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Sarai + Amine // Wedding

A FAIRMONT HOTEL MacDONALD WEDDING // EDMONTON, ALBERTA

 

Sarai and Amine met only about 3 years ago when Amine was the new employee at the restaurant Sarai worked at. Sarai’s best friend and maid of honour also worked at this same restaurant, and had started noticing a little something something slowly developing between the two. When asked about the relationship, Sarai said she would never date him because he talked too much! Ha! Lo and behold, as the days passed, turns out that Amine’s kind words would finally win over Sarai’s heart. So here we are, 3 years later watching them make their lifelong commitment to each other! They could not look any happier.

Their day was a joyous one. The ceremony was filled with laughter and jokes and despite the threat of rain, the sunshine stayed out for their special day. The seats were filled with no one else but the couple’s closest friends and family members. Guest came from far and wide to be with them – and those that were unable to make it, were there thanks to technology (Skype!).

 

Look at this lucky ducky… two dresses!

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Mother and daughter getting all done up…

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

The men are here to save the day! Crisis averted… ;)

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi - Blog-9

 

A mother’s first look…
Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Looking beautiful as always Sarai…

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

The gorgeous grounds in the gardens of the Hotel Fairmont Macdonald
Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

The husband-to-be’s first look…

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Dad’s blessing…

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

So genuinely happy…

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Close family tuning in from Mexico!

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Are you guys ready?…

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Now and forever…

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Husband and wife…finally!

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

A magical first kiss, complete with bubbles…

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Exchange of roses…a symbol of the love that they have and always will have have for each other…

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Only these two could turn a signature into something so fun! Love it…

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Roses are now also shared with each’s new mother in law…

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Walking up the aisle as Mr and Mrs Elabdi for the first time…

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

A new united family…

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

For you Amine…

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Party time!! Oh boy, don’t these cupcakes from Triple L Cakes look delicious?!

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

First dance…

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

Father-daughter dance…

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

The band Head Over Heals were simply killing it! (More cowbell right Amine? :P )

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

I snuck them out right before leaving for some more intimated sunset photos…

Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Edmonton Alberta Wedding - Emilie Photography - Sarai Amine Elabdi

 

A big thanks to the creative team that made this day a success!

Officiant | Bill Pisarchuk

Hair and Make-Up | Julieta Ferraro

Catering, Reception and Ceremony | Hotel Fairmont Macdonald

Live Band | Head Over Heals

Cake and Cupcakes | Triple L Cakes

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