Stephanie and Ryan’s Candy Colored Big Fake Wedding at the Painted Bride Art Center

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The Big Fake Wedding (formally known as The Not Wedding) is definitely a true pioneer to alternative bridal expositions! The Big Fake Wedding experience includes a tear-jerking ceremony, an awesome possum reception with food, dancing, and live music! This bridal show softly reminds us of what true love actually looks like by spotlighting a married couple (Stephanie + Ryan) to renew their vows for the sentimental ceremony. But the sole purpose is to promote local talent  in the city to show engaged couples what bridal vendors have to offer! A night at the Big Fake Wedding plays out like this, you find a seat to view the ceremony, after the ceremony is concluded you can enjoy an appetizing meal, party + make new friends, and once you’re all danced out you can take a stroll down the “Tunnel of Love” to see all the creative talent behind the whole night! It’s like attending your best friends wedding and then getting all the details on how she put it together!

We had a such a lovely experience at The Big Fake Wedding, meeting brides-to-be, and all the amazing Philly vendors who joined forces to create a magical night to remember! You can see how it all unfolded right here!

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Behind the Scenes: of The Big Fake Wedding

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The Inspiration

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Vendors | Bridesmaid Attire: Gather & Gown | Catering: Cricket Catering | Ceremony Musician: Adrienne Knauer, Wedding Harpist | Cocktail Hour: Impact Hub Philadelphia | Day-Of Coordination: SarahFrench Events |Dessert: Kima’s Konfections | Entertainment: EastCoast Entertainment | Floral + Event Design (Ceremony Backdrop, Personal Flowers + Tables 6, 7)  Campbell Studios: Floral Decor | Floral + Event Design (Tables 3, 4, 5): Event Loft | Floral + Event Design (Head Table + Tables 1, 2): Styled for Love | Guest Book + Signage: Ever Laser | Hair + Makeup: Occasions by Diana, Hair and Makeup Artistry | Jewelry: Bario Neal Jewelry | Linens: Karley’s Linen Rentals |Paper Goods: Invitations (Marbled Letterpress + Beige Envelope Suite): Darling + Pearl |Paper Goods: Invitations (Lavender Envelope + Cloth Suite): The Polka Dotted Bee |Photo Booth: Center City Photo |Photography: Jessica Cooper Photography | Photography:Lauren Schwarz Photography | Photography: Sharyn Frenkel Photography | Venue: Painted Bride Art Center | Vintage Rentals: Forget-Me-Not Vintage Rentals & Event Styling |Wedding Dress:  The Dress Matters | National Sparkling Wine Sponsor: Ferrari | National Travel Vendor: Bliss by Luxury Concierge Travel |
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