It was a hot summer day. Julia and Aaron celebrated their wedding over two days, creating a deeply meaningful and personal experience.
On the first day, we gathered for a church ceremony, which held particular significance for Aaron, who is a pilgrim. In the beautiful Academic Church of St. Anne in Warsaw’s Old Town, they shared their first spiritual union, marking the beginning of their marriage in an intimate and heartfelt way.
At the couple’s request, guests brought donations of pet food instead of traditional gifts. Shortly after the ceremony, the collected items were handed over to an animal welfare foundation, making this special day not only about love between two people, but also about giving back.
The following day, we gathered again, this time at Folwark Ruchenka, where the civil ceremony and wedding reception took place. Once again, the weather was beautifully hot, perfectly matching Julia and Aaron’s warm, radiant personalities.
Julia wore the same dress from the previous day, but she added a stunning overlay fastened at the waist — a kind of train adorned with colorful flowers. She also attached matching floral appliqués from the train to the front of her dress, creating a vibrant and playful look that complemented the festive atmosphere.
The entire setting reflected their shared love of travel. The decorations were partly handmade by the couple, creating a unique and deeply personal atmosphere. Japanese influences were woven throughout the space — delicate origami details and table settings marked not only with numbers, but also with Japanese characters, their meanings, and thoughtful conversation prompts. It was a wonderful way to engage guests from all over the world, helping them connect and break the ice.
In a nod to the Camino de Santiago, a meaningful symbol for Aaron, the couple prepared interactive stations across the venue. Each station featured small tasks for guests to complete, which they could mark in their “Pilgrim’s Passport”. In addition to these shared activities, every guest was also given an individual, personalized task, adding another layer of interaction and intention to the celebration.
Julia and Aaron chose to skip the traditional first dance. Instead, they invited everyone to join them on the dance floor right from the beginning, setting a joyful, inclusive tone for the entire evening.
