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“I found my dress almost immediately. I went in with very little expectations and tried on really different styles, so when I put on my dress, I just knew. It flattered my figure and the unique lace, low back, and beautiful train matched the eccentric vision of our wedding perfectly.”
Madison and Phil met at their local bar; she was home from college for winter break, while Phil was on leave from the military. “My first impression was that he was cute and silly,” Madison recalls. “He must have thought I was cute, too, because he texted me the next day asking to get pizza.”
Their wedding at the Kent Island Resort was inspired by Mamma Mia! “I wanted the whimsical touch of a garden party with paper umbrellas, bright flowers, and colors blended with a Mediterranean vibe,” Madison says.
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“For the reception, I changed into a mini dress with flowy arms. My favorite part of the outfit was my white platform Vans, which were bedazzled with rhinestones and studs by one of my friends.”
Ceremony Gown: Lillian West, $1,399
Gown Shop: Camille’s of Wilmington
Earrings: Chan Luu crystal and gold ‘Trinidad’ earrings, $145
Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell pink satin heels, $195
Veil: Belaire Bridal, $300
Reception Dress: For Love & Lemons ‘Harlow’ mini dress, $379
Reception Shoes: Vans Sk8-hi tapered stackform shoe, $80
Suit: Michael Kors (designer) + Camille’s of Wilmington (shop)
Tie: Jim’s Formal Wear
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Beauty: Brushed Beauty
Flowers: WildflowerByM
Photos: Madi Pere
“Phil wanted a steel gray suit that looked like ‘James Bond’.” —MD
