A RAINY DAY BRUNCH WEDDING on Toronto Island: Jess and Kelly's Story

The forecast might have promised rain, but it couldn't dampen the spirits of Jess and Kelly as they celebrated their love with a casual brunch wedding on Toronto Island. What was meant to be an outdoor lawn affair turned into an intimate indoor celebration, proving that love shines brightest when plans go awry.

Jess and Kelly had envisioned a day filled with sunlight, laughter, and the gentle breeze of Lake Ontario, but Mother Nature had other plans. As the clouds gathered, so did their friends and family, all ready to pivot with the couple into a day of unexpected beauty. The venue quickly adapted, moving the ceremony to a covered porch, showcasing the flexibility and joy of their love.

When I approached Jess and Kelly, they beamed from ear to ear. Together, they helped one another zip into their dresses in awe of one anothers beauty. Kelly wore her maternal great grandmothers wedding dress which was more than 100 years old. That was especially meaningful for the family and looked just spectacular on Kelly!

With the rain tapping a gentle rhythm on the roof, Jess and Kelly exchanged the most heartfelt handwritten vows. The ceremony was nothing short of magical - intimate, heartfelt, and filled with genuine moments of love and laughter. The porch, surrounded by lush greenery and the soft patter of rain, became an unexpected sanctuary where they committed to their future together.

Despite the weather, we seized a moment when the rain eased to a gentle spit for some outdoor photography. Jess and Kelly, with the iconic Toronto skyline as their backdrop, stood hand in hand, defying the weather with their smiles. These images, with the cityscape captured not just their love but their resilience and joy in living the moment fully. They were just ecstatic to be with the people who they adore the most in their lives all in one room.

Inside, the brunch was a testament to their laid-back style. The menu featured brunch favorites, like waffles, bacon, eggs and meats and cheeses. Friends and family mingled, shared stories, and toasted to the couple's future, all under one cozy roof. They had a get to know you bingo and friendship making bracelet table to encourage a sense of community and connection with their friends and family. Their day was a reminder that sometimes, the most memorable celebrations are those where we embrace the unexpected, finding joy in the spontaneity and intimacy that comes from plan B.

Jess and Kelly, here's to your marriage, filled with as much laughter, love, and adaptability as your wedding day. May your life together be as beautiful and unexpected as this day was.

xx - April

Venue @Royal Canadian Yacht Club | Officiant @Lainie Magidsohn | Makeup + Hair @Nida | Flowers @Sweet Peas

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Bridal bouquet full of white, peach and green florals

Jess's mom zipping up her brunch wedding dress

Kelly posing in front of a window wearing her great grandmothers wedding dress

The twosome holding hands and smiling at one another

Kelly and Jess walk hand in hand down the Royal Canadian Yacht Club hallway

Kelly and Jess walk hand in hand down a set of stairs at RCYC

Kelly and Jess laugh hysterically from the RCYC porch while looking at the rain

Kelly holds Jess's back as they look out towards the cityscape of Toronto from the RCYC porch

Kelly leans over to kiss the hand of Jess while they stand on RCYC porch