Sunday, October 6th

Louise + Michael

AG Bride

Cartagena, Colombia is an important place for both Louise and Michael. Michael is half Colombian and Louise is Filipino, both cultures having similar languages, architecture and food. One of their first trips together was to Cartagena, which later became the location of their proposal, and eventually where they got married.

Image of Alexandra Grecco Wedding Dress
Image of Alexandra Grecco Wedding Dress
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Louise and Michael drew inspiration from their heritage and love for travel. The ceremony was held in San Pedro Claver Garden, which resembled Louise's childhood school and church from the Philippines. The garden's name was even written on the arches as "Santa Ana" which was the street she grew up on.

Their guests then moved onto cocktail hour on the rooftop of the Amarla Boutique Hotel, overlooking the city and church with a live Son Cubano band.

"In traditional Colombian culture, we also had a traditional parade called a Caminata, where our guests and a live band walk us to our reception. It was one of the highlights of the day, our guests absolutely loved it! To tie the night, we also had a traditional 'Hora Loca' or Crazy Hour where we had dancers, live music and props to go all out before ending the party."

"I wanted a dress that is very clean, sleek, traditional, something where I can look back on and see that it was of the time while valuing tradition and embracing modernity. I had no idea that the Sloane gown had sleeve attachments, once I tried this on I knew this dress was the one. Perfect for the ever-changing events of the day. 

The Sloan was the first dress I tried on and purchased later that appointment. I went with my sister and mother and we all agreed with the over the shoulder and sleeves, it was a perfect addition to the look. I was extremely comfortable throughout the day, it was 96 degrees in Cartagena and the dress' silk was perfect weight and flowed as seen in the photos." – AG Bride Louise

Image of Alexandra Grecco Wedding Dress
Image of Alexandra Grecco Wedding Dress
Image of Alexandra Grecco Wedding Dress
Image of Alexandra Grecco Wedding Dress
Image of Alexandra Grecco Wedding Dress

Photographer: Valentina Nino | Planner: Angie Montoya

Videographer: Raul Sta Maria | Venue: Amarla Boutique Hotel

Officiant: Erik Cozangi | Makeup: Jesus Diaz

Live Music: Nelson Gomez Band | Dancers: Kymbala

Cake: Natalia Martinez | Shoes: Prada, Jimmy Choo

Image of Alexandra Grecco Wedding Dress
Image of Alexandra Grecco Wedding Dress
Image of Alexandra Grecco Wedding Dress
Image of Alexandra Grecco Wedding Dress
Image of Alexandra Grecco Wedding Dress
Image of Alexandra Grecco Wedding Dress