“ Ooh ” and “ ahh ” at these seventeen couples .
The Meet Cute : They both swiped right on Tinder .
The Tale As Old As Time : Holly and Eric are huge Disney ( and Christmas ) fans — they visit Walt Disney World at least once a year and Eric proposed to Holly in front of the Cinderella Castle at Mickey ’ s Very Merry Christmas Party . So , it made sense that they wanted to incorporate both elements into their nuptials . They decided on a Beauty and the Beast Christmasthemed wedding — Belle is Holly ’ s favorite Disney princess — with a reception featuring touches from Eric ’ s favorite Disney movies . They found the perfect fairy-tale venue in the Versailles-inspired Glen Manor House in Portsmouth .
THE DETAILS
Ceremony and Reception : Glen Manor House in Portsmouth , RI Caterer : Glorious Affairs Cake : Wright ’ s Dairy Farm and Bakery Hair : Coco Salon Makeup : Calma Salon Bridal Attire : Kleinfeld Bridal Bride ’ s Shoes : Pashion Footwear Groom ’ s Attire : Carl Anthony Tuxedo Decor : Uniquely Chic Vintage Florals : Floral Fixation Ceremony Music : Golden Scroll Soloists Reception Entertainment : B-Sharp Entertainment Transportation : Five Star Limousine
The Highlights : Their dog , Shilo , was a huge part of the big day . His custom suit matched the groomsmen ’ s and he was by the couple ’ s side during the ceremony . Instead of doing a first look with Eric , Holly did a first look with Shilo . “ I have raised him for the last thirteen years ,” she says . “ Truly , that was a moment I will never forget and something I will cherish forever .” Holly gifted her bridesmaids Disney slippers based on their favorite characters . During the reception , they all changed into them to dance the night away — Holly even left the ceremony in her Minnie Mouse slippers . They held a private last dance to “ Married Life ” from the movie Up . “ This was truly a special moment to the both of us ,” she says . “ The day flies by and just being able to have that moment alone together after such a whirlwind of a day , dancing around the room in a goofy way and looking around at everything we accomplished together was such a special moment . It was just us enjoying a moment together to soak the day all in .” They exited to “ There ’ s a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow ,” a song from Walt Disney ’ s Carousel of Progress at Walt Disney World , as guests held glowing lightsabers in the air .
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