A couple shares a heartfelt moment in the rain, blurring raindrops and tears for a memorable and distinct wedding experience
The couple exchanged vows sincerely in the rain. You couldn't tell whether it was rain or tears on their face.
Nowadays, more and more Chinese newlyweds choose to celebrate their big day in an intimate, relaxing way. As the only garden-style historical building complex in Shanghai, China the Sinan Mansions is located in a quiet corner away from the hustle and bustle of downtown. With a few close friends and relatives gathered there, the ceremony took place outdoors with their lovely personal speeches. It was raining heavily that day and the moment was moving and sacred. The couple expressed their love to each other in the rain as if the world was left with the only two of them. I was more than happy to photograph their elopement wedding, to photographic the love of friends, the love of family, and the love of them.
Bride's mother watches nervously as daughter does makeup at JW Marriott, Shanghai, China
The bride's mom was watching her daughter apply makeup.
A glowing bride-to-be surrounded by her bridesmaids in a JW Marriot hotel room, exuding pure happiness moments before the ceremony
Before the ceremony, the bride was filled with immense joy as she was surrounded by her bridesmaids in the hotel room.
Parents of the newlyweds at JW Marriott, Shanghai, China, exchanging red packets during the traditional tea ceremony
As a part of the tea ceremony, the parents of the newlyweds presented them with red packets.
A happy couple in wedding attire joyfully descends the stairs of the picturesque Sinan Mansions in Shanghai for their outdoor ceremony
Once they had arrived at the ceremony venue and changed clothes, the couple made their way down the stairs towards the outdoor ceremony location.
Groom embracing a rainy wedding day, elegantly walking with an umbrella in hand, arriving at the picturesque Sinan Mansions in Shanghai, China
The groom appeared steadily and heartily with an umbrella, braving the heavy rain outside.
A couple stands together during a rainy ceremony at Sinan Mansions, with the groom holding an umbrella to shelter both himself and his bride
During the ceremony, under an umbrella covering, the groom gently reached his girl and held her hand.
Parents are moved to tears during a rainy ceremony at Sinan Mansions, Shanghai, China
The scene of the romantic ceremony also moved parents.
Newlyweds say their goodbyes as they are showered with love by their friends and family at Sinan Mansions in Shanghai
After the ceremony, the couple left in the blessings from their friends and relatives.
A happily married couple dances with pure joy and freedom in the beautiful backdrop of Sinan Mansions, Shanghai, China
Perhaps this is the perfect ending picture for their wedding story: dance freely and joyfully, together.
What are the standout features of a wedding ceremony and reception at a historic garden house?
A garden house wedding offers a unique blend of the old and the new. Many with options for hotels, restaurants, bars, and shops on the grounds, these venues offer a multitude of backdrops and settings for a memorable wedding celebration. Some historic garden houses also function as living museums of world architecture, providing a picturesque and one-of-a-kind ambiance for a couple's day.
What is the atmosphere like for a garden house elopement with a limited number of guests?
With a garden house elopement, couples can enjoy an intimate and romantic setting for their day. Surrounded by beautifully manicured gardens and historic architecture, these venues provide a peaceful ambience for a small and intimate wedding ceremony. The picturesque setting also offers a stunning backdrop for wedding photos.