Mr. & Mrs. Pet | {Tacoma Wedding Photographer}

Melinda and Samrach contacted me and said they were having a traditional Cambodian wedding.  It was a beautiful look into another culture and something very different then my usual weddings. Even with cultural differences some things remain the same, nervous groom, giddy bride, tons of jewlery and hairspray.  Lots of hairspray!

The wedding took place in their home.  Family and friends took part helping them through the traditions of the day-can you believe Melinda had never been to a single wedding! 

 She made a gorgeous bride, calm and relaxed. These smiles, contagious!

 

To prepare the bride and groom for their life as a married couple, their hair is symbolically cut. Trimming their hair represents a fresh start to their new start as husband and wife.

 

This is called the pairing ceremony, family and friends tie string to their wrists and wish them well. Lots of music and talking and gong.

Another outfit change for the reception! A gorgeous white dress, she is stunning and her groom is so handsome with that same great smile.

Congratulations Melinda and Samrach!