Jaclyn & Eric’s Henna & Wedding: March 4 & 15, 2018
These were two spectacular days behind the camera, not including the engagement party. The henna party was first and the wedding a week later. Jaclyn looked stunning at both events, a bride to behold. There is always a lot of spirit in the Sephardic Jewish community, and this was no exception. Right from the onset, Ben and I knew these were going to be two special nights. Both events blended together seamlessly under the expert direction of Judy Steiner. The new Forest Hill Jewish Centre on Spadina is an ideal space to hold a party, and the Sephardic Kehila Centre on Bathurst is perfect for a wedding. Both venues were dressed for success; the decor was stunning, the atmosphere was upbeat, the food was simply delicious, and everyone was there to sing praises to a wonderful couple. If you’ve never been to a Sephardic wedding before, you are in for a treat. There are many practices, traditions, and of course, clothing changes. Time-honoured jewish custom is the order of the day, from the Tish, to the Kabbalat Panim, and finally under the Chuppah. The ceremony was jubilant which was then kicked up a notch when the horah got underway. A Sephardic Horah is like no other, and this was like no other; 45 minutes of non-stop energy before the first course was served. The speeches and blessings followed and dancing brought the night to a beautiful close. Mazal tov.
The Story of Jaclyn & Eric’s Wedding, Selected Photos HERE
The Story of the Henna, Selected Photos HERE
The Engagement Party HERE
All Photos HERE
Wedding
•Photographer: Jonni Super & Ben Gaum
•Wedding Venue: Sephardic Kehilla Centre
•Her Rings:[engagement] Gain Jewellery
[wedding band] Gain Jewellery
•His Ring: Gain Jewellery
•Her Dress: Helena Macaskill
•Designer: Jaclyn with the help of pinterest and the fabrics available in the store
•Her Shoes: Kate Spade
•Veil: Adena designed and made
•His Suit: Rented from Moores
•Hair Stylist: Mina (All About Me Salon)
•Makeup Artist: Estee Levine
•Floral Design: Florence Event Design
•Event Planner: Judy Steiner Consulting
•Stationery + Paper goods: Smudge Designs
•Band: Rio Band
•Event Planner: Judy Steiner Consulting
•Ceremony Choir: Oziel Choir
•Father + Daughter Dance Song: Forever by Jesse and the Rippers
•Mother + Son Dance Song: Forever by Jesse and the Rippers
•Caterer: Ely’s Fine Foods
•Dessert: Ely’s Fine Foods
Henna
•Venue: Forest Hill Jewish Centre
•Band: Rio Band
•Caterer: PR Creative Caterers
•Hair Stylist: Mina (All About Me Salon)
•Makeup Artist: Estee Levine
•Floral Design: Florence Event Design
•Event Planner: Judy Steiner Consulting
•Stationery + Paper goods: Smudge Designs
