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Purple and Gold Cathedral Wedding with Bride’s Survival Tips

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Bride and groom touching foreheads at their wedding

This gorgeous purple and gold cathedral wedding isn’t just eye candy. The bride offers some pretty sage advice on how to survive the chaos of your big day too. Keep scrolling to find out more and don’t forget to visit the full gallery to see even more awe inspiring images captured by Olivia Leigh Photographie.

Bride and bridesmaids in plum gowns at wedding venue

Beautiful bride in white dress holds purple flower bouquet

Wedding party in plum dresses with bride and groom kissing

Bride holds red white and purple wedding flower bouquet

Schedule for Day Of Mishaps

From the Bride: I honestly wish we had scheduled more time in the morning to get ready. You cannot predict the various mishaps that might occur and you don’t get a do over. I had a large wedding party, which made getting ready a bit of a struggle. Even though we had an early start time I wish we had begun sooner and hired an extra hair / make-up person to keep us on track.

Wedding programs for Courtney Ucmytil and Michael Mealy

Wedding guest book and poster signing station decor

A wedding ceremony in a grand cathedral with guests

Drink Less at your Rehearsal Dinner

My head was more cloudy than anticipated when I woke up the next day. After months of avoiding carbs and excess booze I had become, to my surprise, a bit of a lightweight. Fortunately, since it was the day of, I was able to stuff my face with bagels and not worry about fitting into my dress.

Elegant floral centerpiece with name cards at a wedding

glamorous dining hall reception at the Chicago Cultural Center

Elegant wedding reception table with floral decor

Wedding reception table with flower centerpiece and candles

Don’t forget to Eat!

Our priest told us horror stories about brides passing out at the altar from low blood sugar. After experiencing the adrenaline rush that comes when walking down the aisle I don’t doubt him for a second. Thanks, again, to my bagel feast, I made it through the ceremony.

California themed wedding cake with roses and candles

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Bridesmaid Earrings: Ilexia Designs
Bridesmaid Necklaces: Bauble Ba
Gold Votive Holders: Embelish
Groom & His Men: Ralph Lauren
Paper Goods & Calligraphy: Beacon Lane
Photography: Olivia Leigh Photographie
Rustic Cake Topper: Prince Whitaker
Save the Dates & Guestbook: Custom Alexander
Table Number Holders: Bella Bride Creations
Venue: Chicago Cultural Center
Venue: Rockefeller Memorial Chapel

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