Hidden Oasis: Diana & Matthew in Anvil Island, BC
Exactly five years after meeting at their part-time jobs at The University of British Columbia, Matt proposed to Dee over a candlelit dinner at Le Phebus, a Michelin-star restaurant in Southern France. Sharing an appreciation for nature, the Vancouver natives spent the next two years preparing their ideal outdoor nuptials. A scenic lawn on Anvil Island, British Columbia, hosted the summer ceremony – a first for the sparsely populated isle overlooking the Howe Sound.
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The bride’s nieces patiently wait for their flower-girl moment to begin.
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Exactly five years after meeting at their part-time jobs at The University of British Columbia, Matt proposed to Dee over a candlelit dinner at Le Phebus, a Michelin-star restaurant in Southern France. Sharing an appreciation for nature, the Vancouver natives spent the next two years preparing their ideal outdoor nuptials. A scenic lawn on Anvil Island, British Columbia, hosted the summer ceremony – a first for the sparsely populated isle overlooking the Howe Sound.
![Vintage Bike Wedding Decor vintage bike wedding decor](https://www.bridalguide.com/sites/default/files/styles/600x800/public/rw-images/Hidden_Oasis_Wedding_Just_Hitched_Bicycle_15_420.jpg)
Pale dahlias, ranunculus and garden roses mixed with silvery greens were displayed on a bike near the ceremony site.
![Outdoor Wedding Table Setting outdoor wedding table setting](https://www.bridalguide.com/sites/default/files/styles/600x800/public/rw-images/Hidden_Oasis_Wedding_Table_Setting_30_424.jpg)
The earthy celebration proceeded to the backyard of Matt’s parents’ cottage for a gluten-free, buffet style dinner and unforgettable speeches given by the groom’s father and the bride’s younger sister. “It was such a special experience having all our family and friends come together for this incredibly memorable.
![Outdoor Wedding Table Seating outdoor wedding table seating](https://www.bridalguide.com/sites/default/files/styles/600x800/public/rw-images/Hidden_Oasis_Wedding_Reception_Seating_50_422.jpg)
Long harvest tables with rustic seats hosted guests for the reception dinner.
![Mr and Mrs Wedding Chair Signs mr and mrs wedding chair signs](https://www.bridalguide.com/sites/default/files/styles/600x800/public/rw-images/Hidden_Oasis_Wedding_Mr_Mrs_Chair_Signs_32_421.jpg)
The bride and groom’s chairs were embellished with laser-cut signage and pretty garlands.
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Pistachio and vanilla-flavored macarons and strawberry shortcake were served in small mason jars.
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The three-tiered, floral-topped cake featured tastes of guava and mandarin, the perfect balance of sweet and tart.