Uyen Nguyen & Lance Carlson first met in 7th grade science class and finally became husband and wife in a beautiful ceremony at Villa Siena on August 28th, 2010. The indoor ceremony was full of funny little moments that brought the entire crowd to laughter & fit the atmosphere perfectly for this fun-filled event! Uyen, an ice skating instructor, and Lance, a firefighter, created an astonishing ceremony & reception full of personal & unique touches. Uyen even created her own wedding dress that was truly stunning!!
The fun & energetic couple started off the reception to “I’m Yours” by Jason Mraz and followed it up with a crowd pleasing choreographed 2nd dance to Justin Timberlake’s “My Love” that created a true LOL moment. The reception was decorated beautifully in a soft pink & deep purple color scheme with tables adorned with stunning Manzanita branch centerpieces adorned with orchids & votives surrounded by beautiful light pink hydrangeas. Throughout the evening guests enjoyed a candy table full of sweet treats as well as an exquisite four tier wedding cake provided by La Dolce Pesca. To go along with Lance’s career as a firefighter, Uyen had a grooms cake specially created to look like a yellow firefighter’s helmet with the newlywed’s last name written on the back in butter cream. Super creative table numbers in black frames at each table were labeled “Engine 1,2,3 etc” and were an inventive addition to the décor that evening. Lance’s brother and Best Man, Clint, gave a very touching toast as he gave his brother & new sister-in-law advice that he was asked to pass along from their father, who recently passed away. Everyone was holding back tears. The couple ended the fantastic evening after dancing up a storm with close friends and family! Congratulations Uyen & Lance and thank you for allowing us to be a part of your special day! Photos graciously provided by Rachel Clare Photography.