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STEPHANIE MCSHERRY & CAREY CHAMBERLAINNovember 16, 2013 Miami, Florida | Photographed by Maloman Studios

SEALED WITH A KISS

After striking up a conversation at a London pub and attendinga concert together that afternoon, was it Carey Chamberlain who

kissed Stephanie McSherry or vice versa? The way each remembers,

it was the other who encouraged the playful lip-lock. Carey claims

that after the two met, he spent the next two hours trying to impress

Stephanie with his dancing, singing, and winning personality. At

the end of the night, she kissed him good-bye, despite rumors

that I kissed her! he maintains. But Stephanie counters that Carey

grabbed her and tried to coerce her into kissing him. All right,

all right, I kissed him but only after he asked me to! she laughs.

Though Stephanie lived in Miami and Carey, an Englishman, resided

in Hong Kong and later Brazil, their relationship flourished. The day

after Christmas in 2011, Carey gave his love a very unexpected gift.

After the couple finished opening presents with Stephanies motCarey revealed that he had one last trinket for Stephanie: a sparkl

diamond ring. Both she and her mother were shocked and ecsta

Its strange how being proposed to can make even the most sna

sarcastic individuals into romantic lumps of mush, Stephanie mu

It was a very heartfelt and intimate moment for the three of us!

The couples international lifestyle proved to be the decid

factor in their choice of venues. After getting engaged, Stepha

relocated to Brazil where Carey lived, so the couple knew they wo

need to select a location that allowed them to plan the wedding fr

afar. A historic, European-inspired Miami estate provided bot

picturesque terrace surrounded by trees for the ceremony and

expansive courtyard overlooking the bay for the reception.

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Aisle RunnerXquisite Events

BeautyJenique Burgos - hair

UIC by Janet Leigh - makeup

Bridal Gown/Salon/VeilVera Wang

Bridesmaid GownsBCBG Maxazria

CakeElegant Temptations

CateringAarons Catering

Consultingabsolute-THE Full Wedding &Event Planning Service

EntertainmentBrendan OHara - ceremony andcocktail hourDJ Adam Lipson - reception

FavorsDamos DesignsFireworksLight FX Pros

Floral DesignXquisite Events

FormalwearMarks & Spencer; Prada

HeadpieceHermione Harbutt

InvitationsKerrys Papery

Jewelry47th Street Creations

Lighting Design/LinensXquisite Events

Mothers GownsNeiman Marcus; Saks Fifth Avenue

PhotographyMaloman Studios

RentalsEvent Rentals MiamiLove in Vintage; Xquisite Events

ShoesChristian Louboutin

VenueVizcaya Museum and Gardens

VideographyBlack Label Films



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Stephanies unique wedding gown served as the inspirat

for the color scheme and dcor of the event. I wanted

surroundings of the day to reflect not only the dress itsbut how amazing and beautiful I felt in it, she explains. T

stunning ensemble featured a sheer-boned, black strap

bodice and a skirt comprised of tulle layers in a light taupe sha

topped by organza scallops in caf au lait, and finished wit

layer of black tulle across the back of the skirt. The bodice of

dress as sold in stores did not include the gorgeous detail

Stephanie had observed on the runway version of the go

so seamstresses at the bridal salon recreated the runway-re

bodice that the bride desired. It was quite the undertakin

Stephanie admits.

To complement the high-fashion gown, the cerem

courtyard was outfitted with rows of mahogany chairs

purple uplighting that illuminated the grand architecturethe space. Bridesmaids dressed in mismatched black, ivo

or taupe gowns carried nosegays of white roses wrapped w

brown stems. Stephanie held a glamelia bouquet composed

amnesia rose petals, and her floor-length veil was secured on

braided bun with a black beaded headdress. She met her gro

under a four-poster canopy that was covered on three sides w

long ribbons, each strand accented with tiny flowers. Dozen

candles floating in glass vases rested on top of the structure. T

couple personalized their ceremony by dedicating a rendit

of Amazing Grace, sung a cappella by two bridesmaids

family members who had passed away. Everyone loved it

was one of the highlights of our ceremony, Stephanie beam

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I wanted thesurroundings of the

day to reflect not onlythe dress itself, buthow amazing and

beautiful I felt in it.



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Inside the tent, guests took their seats at

either round tables covered with metallic

and champagne linens or rectangular,

distressed-wood farm tables. Both were

topped with low arrangements of white

roses, Casablanca lilies, and chocolate

cymbidium orchids, along with candles

that floated in square candleholders and

crystal bowls. Chandeliers and violet

lighting shone overhead, and the interior

of the tent was draped in a gorgeous cocoa-

hued satin.The delicious four-course meal included

one particularly fascinating treat: the chef

made a special appearance to demonstrate

molecular gastronomy techniques.

Throughout the evening, a DJ provided

a contemporary soundtrack of house,

hip-hop, and top 40 hits. In addition to

dancing, guests had a blast in the slow-

motion photo booth.

A major focal point of the room was the

stunning wedding cake. The three-tiered

confection was painted to resemble colorful

stained glass. After the cake cutting, a

fireworks display lit up the bay; then, guests

sipped Champagne as a bus transported

them to the private after-party hosted

at a luxury hotel in South Beach. Loved

ones headed home with cheeky favors that

honored the couples nationalities: T-shirts

that featured a Union Jack background with

the words, Keep Calm and Fake a British

Accent (gifted to the American attendees)

or a Stars and Stripes background with the

words, Keep Calm and Fake an AmericanAccent (for the British guests).

Stephanie and Careys journey to I do

took them across multiple continents over

the course of a year and a half. In reflection,

the newlyweds agree with how important it

is to not stress out over the little details.

The day of the wedding, everything falls

into place and creates wonderfully beautiful

memories for all involved, Stephanie

assures. Carey only wishes he could change

one thing about his wedding day: Start

earlier and finish later! ERIN MIGDOL

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