An English rose and a Chinese plum blossom, drawn for us by friends — two flowers from opposite sides of the world, leaning close, each still wholly its own.
The plum blossom is Wenda's grandmother's — her name was 昌梅: 昌, to flourish, and 梅, the plum blossom itself, the flower that opens in late winter on a bare branch, before anything else dares to.
Beside it, a traditional English garden rose — full, soft, and timeless.
The Place
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We're gathering at The Teahouse in Stanley Park — a glass room set among the trees, the whole bay opening out beyond the windows.
It's long been one of our favourite corners of the city, and on a warm August evening, with the last light coming off the water, there's nowhere we'd rather say our vows.
The Evening
Arrive at 5pm for a drink — we'll open with a cocktail hour in the garden, then gather for the ceremony as the evening settles in. Dinner follows as the sun sets, and the night unwinds from there: good food, something cold in hand, a little dancing once the light goes — show up, and have a good time with us.
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The Dress Code
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Garden-party cocktail — summery, elegant, and comfortable enough to actually enjoy the evening.
The ceremony's on grass, so flats or a block heel will serve you better than anything that sinks in. After sunset a cool breeze comes off the water, so bring a layer you'll be glad of.
One ask for gentlemen: we're keeping ivory / white for the grooms, so we'd love for you to save those shades for us and reach for colour instead.
Join Us
Kindly RSVP by Sunday, July 5, 12:00 PM, so we can finalize everything with our caterer.
An intimate, grown-up evening. We've kept things small and saved a place for each person named on your invitation. Where a plus-one made sense, we've reached out to you directly. And as much as we love them, please leave the little ones at home this time.
Gifts
Your presence is the gift — it's a long way to come, and we don't expect a thing. If you'd like to send something anyway, you'll find a small registry here, or a contribution toward our life together is just as welcome.