Chateau de Vie Wedding: Donald + Atash

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Their story starts off with a sweet trade-deal. A piece of gum for a drink. Little did Donald or Atash know that this trade deal eventually leads to an exchange of vows for their once upon a time.

Within their circle of mutual friends, they became steady friends themselves. While Donald had eyes for her, he continually pursued Atash to go out with him. But she had other thoughts…she was happier to safely keep him in the friend zone. Friends they were.

Until one day when he planned a trip to pick up his newly purchased car in California. The weekend he planned it happened to be the same weekend Atash and her daughter were making a trip to Disneyland. She found out about his trip and asked if  he’d like a one way ride to California with them. The answer was no a brainer for Donald. Conversation began to slowly unfold on their road trip. With the girls on the road to their final destination being the “Happiest Place on Earth”, Donald naturally, according to Atash, “invited himself” to go with her and her daughter. With a man so excited about Disneyland, she said “yes”. They shared in a magical day spent at the Magical Kingdom of Disney together. This would become the day that shifted their relationship into a whole new direction and onto the beginning of their forever love story.

To read about their enchanting proposal story in the romance capital of the world and see their engagement portraits at the ever so lovely, DC Ranch, take a look here.

Thank you to Donald and Atash. How sweet it was to see a wedding blend of these three cultures all together: Chinese, Hispanic and Persian.

Their wedding took place at the charming estate Chateau de Vie in Chandler, Arizona.

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Her precious daughter, Amina, helping her mother feel secure in her sparkly high-heels.
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Sisters take time to reminisce over childhood memories.
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Time for the glamorous prep to happen!
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The bridal beauty looking as stunning as ever.
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Her dear sister holding her tight.
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Sharing precious whispers of laughter with her daughter.
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Bridesmaids wearing glitzy mix-matched dresses while holding white hydrangeas garden in hand.
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The simple moment of affection and tenderness with her father.
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The Bride’s beauty is captivating as she stands in her flawless lace-detailed wedding gown.
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The groom and his groomsmen taking some time to have fun as they relish this moment together.
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And so the ceremony begins…
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The Persian ceremony details consisting of an altar with items such as a mirror, nuts, and honey to represent good luck, fortune, and fertility.
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In the Persian ceremony they exchanged these coins.Chateau de Vie Wedding Photos | Scottsdale Wedding Photos | April Maura Photography | www.aprilmaura.com_2959.jpg
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Laying eyes on his bride walking down the aisle, tears of joy began to well.
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Oh Atash’s sweet daughter squealing with excitement in that smile of hers.
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A truly magical ceremony at the Chateau de Vie.
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Donald committing to love Amina as his daughter.
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Amina’s heartfelt reaction….
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Continuing with the Persian ceremony with laughs and playfulness.
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You may now kiss your bride.
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The newlyweds taking their first walk as Mr. and Mrs.
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The sunset glow gracing upon Donald and Atash as they share some intimate moments as a newly married couple.
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Their eyes intertwine into each other’s with deep admiration realizing they have become one family.
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Elegance and warmth surrounds their fairy-tale love.
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They walk their path to step out into a whole new world together.
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Red brick, glowing lights, and all the magical details added a romantic aura to their reception.
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It is all in the dreamy details!
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Their grand entrance having a fun bridal party dance off. This is the epic dance move from Dirty Dancing…
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…which leads to their first dance and their happily ever after.
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IF YOU LIKE THE EXPERIENCE SEEN IN THESE PICTURES FOR THE CHATEAU DE VIE WEDDING YOU CAN BOOK YOUR MEMORY MAKING WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER TODAY!

Ceremony & Reception Venue: Chateau de Vie

Photographer: April Maura Photography

Wedding DAY Coordinator: Emis | Facilities Coordinator: Tarnisha

Caterer: Erin & Tony Brio Tucsan Grille

Florist: Bloom & Blueprint Event Co

Dress & veil: La Bella Bridal Boutique

Make-up/Hair: Lidia Nguyen – Kensington Makeup Artists

Grooms attire: Zara

DJ/Band: Johhny Gromes – All Pro DJ’s

Videographer: Michael and David: Something New Media

Guest’s favors: Customized Shot Glasses w/ Crest from Discount Mugs

Wedding Cake: Cutting cake from Cakes by Helen

Calligraphy/ Invitations: Calligraphy at event by Bloom & Blueprint Event Co, Invitations by Champagne Press

Wedding Rings: BlueNile

Officiant: Debbi Brown Beautiful Weddings For You

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