Sparklers and Love: A Magical Wedding Day at Braestone Farm, Ontario

WEDDING SCHEDULE

11:00am - Groom Getting Ready - Fairfield by Marriott Inn, Orillia

12:00pm - Bride Getting Ready - Coldwater, Ontario

12:30PM-1:00PM - Any final touch-ups needed for hair/makeup

1:30PM- 2:30PM - First look with bridesmaids, brothers and dad

3:30pm - Ceremony - Braestone Farm, Coldwater, Ontario

4:00-5:00pm - Video/Photoshoot - Braestone Farm, Coldwater, Ontario

4:15-5:15pm - Reception (cocktail hour): Braestone Farm, Coldwater, Ontario

5:30pm - Reception Entrances

7:45pm - First dance with sparklers

Shay Hicks and Garner MacFarlane's wedding day was a magical affair, filled with love and joy. The day began early for Shay as she prepared to walk down the aisle to the love of her life. With the help of her bridesmaids and the talented team at Sparkle Hair and Syd the Mua, Shay looked absolutely stunning in her Sophia Tolli gown. Meanwhile, Garner was getting ready at the Fairfield by Marriott Inn, with a special letter and gift from Shay waiting for him.

After some final touch-ups for hair and makeup, Shay and her bridesmaids, brothers, and dad shared an emotional first look, captured beautifully by the team at Parallel Weddings. The ceremony took place at 3:30pm, with Braestone Farm providing the perfect backdrop for Shay and Garner to exchange their vows.

Following the ceremony, the newlyweds and their bridal party took part in a photo and video shoot, with drone shots capturing the breathtaking beauty of the venue. Guests enjoyed a cocktail hour, catered by Up Country Venues and decorated with stunning floral arrangements by The Blooming Crate.

As the sun began to set, Shay and Garner shared their first dance under a shower of sparklers, surrounded by their loved ones. It was a truly magical moment, and the perfect ending to a beautiful day. With the help of their talented vendors and the support of their family and friends, Shay and Garner's wedding day was everything they had dreamed it would be.