As with the Russian Orthodox ceremony, their reception was filled with many wonderful traditions! Again, many were familiar and appeared–in some version–at Alex and my wedding. I’m sharing some of the most special here

Daniela really brought together so many wonderful details!!

First the parents of the bride and groom met the couple with bread and wine at the door to the reception–then the bride and groom greeted their guests!

Later, they broke the traditional wedding bread together. They say that the person with the larger piece will be the head of the household . . . but they ended up with equal pieces! (Who do you think got the bigger piece at Alex and my wedding?!)

Such lovely dancing: first dance and traditional dances!

Finally, at the end of the evening, there are a series of traditions that show the transition of the bride from, well, bride to wife. In Moldovan weddings, the groom is seated on a chair and given a very fluffy pillow. The bride sits on his lap and then they are tied to the chair. The bride’s veil is then removed and she is given a scarf and apron. Gifts are then presented to the happy couple!

There were so many more events during the evening–amazing food, yummy cake, gypsy dancing and on and on and on! Here are just a few more photos take throughout the evening!

A huge CONGRATULATIONS to Greg and Daniela!! Thank you so much for inviting us to be a part of your day

Reception: Newport Hills Swim and Tennis Club
Photography and Cinematography: Zinchuk Studios | Bellevue Wedding Cinematography + Photography

An air cast is actually very comfortable footwear

Even though everyone does it, I love the ‘rings-in-the-bride’s-bouquet’ shot. Maybe it’s ’cause I’m a girl, but I’m not ashamed!

So many friends! So much fun!

We hope to have a trailer up soon, so check back in the next few days.  Congratulations to Alexey and Vera!