We sat down with another beautiful Wonderland bride to get her love story. Meet Merissa
&
Luis, who were married March 24th, 2018.
When and how did you meet?
We met in person for the first time in April 25, 2014 at Hooters, but it was three months before that when we met online and began to chat.
How long did you date before he popped the question?
From the first night, we never left each others side and began dating in late April 2014. He asked me to marry him Nov. 22,2016
How did he propose?
We were on a trip to New York with my family for my cousins wedding. When we arrived, we went to the central park zoo and you could tell that he was nervous or anxious about something.He was very uptight and his hands were sweaty. He just couldnt sit still.We walked down the stairs to the bear enclosure and my dad turns to us and says stand in front of it and Luis you kneel down. Well of course my stubborn self, I said well why is he going to kneel down and Im going to stand, so I proceeded to kneel with him. My dad snaps the picture and I stand up, but Luis didnt move. He opened up a box and there was my ring. I said yes before he could even ask. My sister had signs and fake flowers that she pulled out of her backpack. It was definitely memorable.
Where were you married and how did you pick the place?
We got married at Boca Pointe in Boca Raton , Florida. We knew we wanted a country club and have been here many times and thought the ambience and the food were incredible. My mom and I literally went to 3 places and knew this was the one. The staff was incredible and Bee Alexis my wedding planner was the absolute best. I cannot say enough about the team here.
What theme and/or colors have you chosen for your wedding and why?
It was vintage theme with champagnes, golds, and white. I really wanted something clean looking, simple, yet elegant.
Where did you go for your honeymoon?
We have not yet, but are planning a trip to Cuba.
Why did you chose Wonderland Bridal for your dream dress?
Why Wonderland? The answer is simple, they are the most amazing team of women. They truly cared about my perfect day. I wasnt a number or a money sign to them, I was a woman walking through their door and they had the most important mission to find the perfect dress for the best day of my life. A day I will always remember. A dress that made me feel beautiful.
Share your experience about your time with Wonderland Bridal.
From the day I walked in, I knew this was the place. Its actually kind of funny, instead of finding the dress I loved and not worrying about the place I bought it from, I was going to make a dress that they carried work, but that wasnt the case at all. Wonderland had a large selection of dresses and one more beautiful than the next. I thought I knew what I wanted, I couldnt have been more wrong. The one thing I thought I didnt want (tulle), I ended with. They just knew what would look the best on my body type. They showed me dresses that I picked out and waited till the end to say please try this on and as I pulled it up over my hips, I looked at Amber and said This is the dress. At that moment, I said yes to the dress.
What was the best part of your wedding day?
Marrying my best friend, my soulmate, the love of my life surrounded by the people who mean the most to us. Bonus: Having our son be there to witness the love of his mom and dad. Having him apart of this day truly meant the world to us.
Any advice to future couples currently planning a wedding?
Don't sweat the small stuff. There are going to be hiccups, disagreements, and drama let it go. Always remember that this day is for the two of you. It is YOUR perfect day, no-one elses. You CANNOT make everyone happy, but you can make yourselves. Music, food, and of course YOUR DRESS is the most important. This is what people will remember.
- Wedding Gown: Wonderland Bridal Couture | Stella York
- Flowers: Beautiful Kreations
- Cake: Boca Pointe
- Entertainment: Vinny Vendatto
- Wedding Planner: Bee Alexis
- Hair: Jenny Berger
- Make Up: Nicole Dilallo
