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Kristine & James

Tanya

Kristine & James | A Vietnamese-Filipino Wedding Celebration at the Bristol Event Center | Bristol, CT

Kristine and James’ wedding was more than a day of “I do’s”—it was a stunning celebration of love, culture, and family legacy. Held at the modern and elegant Bristol Event Center in Bristol, CT, their wedding honored both Vietnamese and Filipino traditions in a way that felt deeply meaningful and incredibly stylish.

The design for the day was a vision in white—crisp, clean, and luminous. From the floral arrangements to the elegant tablescapes, every detail was intentional and elevated, creating a backdrop that let their love story take center stage.

One of the most unforgettable parts of the celebration? The three breathtaking outfit changes that paid homage to each of their heritages. Kristine and James moved seamlessly through the day in attire that honored Vietnamese áo dài tradition, Filipino barong elegance, and a classic modern look for the ceremony. Each change brought a new layer of beauty and cultural pride to their wedding journey.

And then came the moment that brought the entire room to life: a vibrant lion dance performance that brought cheers, awe, and a few happy tears. The drums pulsed, the lions danced, and the joy in the room was absolutely electric—a true highlight of the evening and a powerful nod to their shared roots.

Kristine and James created a wedding that was as heartfelt as it was spectacular. It was a celebration filled with heritage, community, and joy—a day that honored the past while looking boldly toward their future.

𝗩𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺
Coordination: Tanya Bookmarked Weddings @tanya.bookmarkedweddings
Church: St. Joseph Church, Bristol CT
Reception Venue: Bristol Event Center, Bristol CT @bristoleventcenter_ct
Photography: Samantha Turco @samanthaturcophotography
Videography: Shutter and Sound @shutterandsound
Rentals: Harry's Party Rental @harryspartyrentals
Floor Wrap: Slater's Dance Floors @slatersdancefloors
Floral Walls: BM Eventistry @bm.eventistry
Lion Dancers: Springfield Lion Dance @springfieldliondance
Music: Elegant Music Group @elegantmusicgroup
Cake: Cakes By Donna @cakesdonna
Photobooth: Powerstation Events @powerstationevents_weddings
Beauty: Chantelle Rose @chantellerosebridal
Bride’s Gown: Luv Bridal @luv_bridal