Julie & Enzo's Love Story, from a Brazilian Sunrise to the streets of Paris
Q&A with Julie
The Ada gown, worn by Julie
Was this outfit for your civil marriage, wedding, or the events around your wedding?
At first, it was meant for our civil ceremony, but in the end, I wore it for two pre-wedding shootings as well as our religious wedding ceremony.
What was your initial vision or inspiration when you started looking for your wedding outfit, and did it evolve throughout the process?
I was looking for something classic, chic, timeless, but also versatile. Then I saw the Ada dress on Instagram, and it was an immediate coup de foudre. I first took a screenshot to keep it as inspiration, and a few days later I saw your ad announcing a special weekend sale. I didn’t think twice: I cancelled all my plans just to come, and it turned into such a special moment. I also tried on the Cindy dress, but my heart already belonged to Ada.
I think our pre-wedding pictures truly show how versatile this dress is: from the streets of Paris in autumn, to a magical Brazilian sunrise on the beach, it adapted perfectly to every setting and atmosphere. And finally, styling it with a veil and other accessories gave it an even more romantic feeling.
Did you have a specific theme or style in mind for your wedding and or outfit, and how did you incorporate it into your final choice?
I don’t think we had one very defined “theme,” but we knew we wanted something classy, warm, light, and solaire. We had chosen an Italian restaurant as our venue, with mimosa flowers and porcelain details everywhere, so we naturally leaned towards an elegant yet sunny atmosphere, almost like something out of a 1970s Italian love movie.
What’s funny is that, without really planning it, each moment of our wedding journey ended up reflecting one of our different origins and cultures. Our civil ceremony at the Mairie felt very French, timeless and classic. We also had a traditional Laotian ceremony at home, wearing traditional Laotian outfits. And next year, we’re planning a celebration in Brazil with my family there.
My husband is French but also has Italian and Laotian roots, so looking back, I think this particular day unconsciously became our little tribute to Italy. It wasn’t a deliberate thematic choice at first, but somehow everything — the restaurant, the atmosphere, the music, the styling — naturally aligned into this warm Italian-inspired feeling.
In the end, it feels very special to realize that each celebration became a tribute to a different part of who we are.
Did you have any sentimental or personal elements incorporated into your wedding outfit, and what made them special to you?
At first, I wasn’t planning on wearing a veil, but I finally incorporated one for the church ceremony, and it created such a beautiful composition. I chose a mantilla veil, a very minimalist bouquet, and a white pearl rosary that echoed all my pearl accessories: my earrings, necklace, and even my heels. Everything felt very harmonious and meaningful.
How would you describe the overall feeling or atmosphere of your wedding day?
Serendipity, lightness, and authenticity. It was such a beautiful day. A slow morning, a fresh breeze, birds singing, and soft sunlight everywhere. We did our first look at home, and it became one of the most special moments for both of us.
Arriving at the church and walking into the ceremony felt like everything was unfolding exactly as it was meant to, and even more beautifully than we had imagined.
After the ceremony, we went to our “italian” venue, and the atmosphere was the coziest and sunniest ever. Maybe not what people traditionally expect from a wedding reception, but it felt completely us. And I think that’s the most important thing.
Were there any surprising or unexpected moments that made your wedding day even more special?
Two dear friends gifted us an olive tree. I didn’t know about this tradition, but I was incredibly touched because my family name in Portuguese means “olive tree.” Since I was getting married and changing my surname, they wanted to gift us this tree so I could always carry a reminder of my roots with me. It was such a beautiful and emotional surprise.
What was the most memorable part of your wedding ceremony for you and your partner?
Definitely holding hands throughout the ceremony and taking the time to truly look at each other. It felt like we were imprinting the moment directly into our memories through our eyes. Thankfully, our photographer captured those exact emotions forever.
Did any specific songs or moments during your reception create an especially fun or emotional atmosphere?
We carefully chose every reading and every song during the ceremony so that everything would feel connected and meaningful together.
Instead of entering to the traditional Mendelssohn wedding march, we chose Handel’s Arrival of the Queen of Sheba, such a joyful and vibrant piece that perfectly matched the sunny atmosphere and the emotion of the day. After the ceremony, we exited the church to Charpentier’s Te Deum Prelude, which also felt joyful, powerful, and deeply uplifting.
And then, completely changing the mood: at the Italian restaurant, there were so many Italian pop songs from the ‘80s and ‘90s playing in the background, which we both absolutely love.
The Ada Gown
Credits
Photographer : @monchouparis_
Hair: @makeuphairby_s
Cake: @mollepatisserie75
Accessories: @nostockparis / @maty_officiel
Venue: @graziellarueil