Real Wedding Wednesdays: Karine Aswad and Anthony Hray

On the surface, Karine and Anthony Hray’s love story is a simple one. They met through friends, and Anthony proposed two years later while the pair were cutting down their Christmas tree. Just nine months later, the pair were saying “we do” at their wedding.

The reception, on the other hand, was anything but straightforward.

Karine says that the reception, and especially spending time with friends and family, was her favorite part of the day. She and Anthony hired a belly dancer to entertain guests with a performance, accompanied by Arabic music. And from the looks of their photos, the party only got crazier from there. Don’t believe us? Scroll through the photos above!

The Details

Wedding date: Sept. 28, 2018

Wedding colors: Burgundy and rose gold

Attendants: Four bridesmaids, one bridesman, five groomsmen and three ring bearers

Bride wore: Gown and veil from David’s Bridal, shoes from DSW and family jewelry

Groom wore: Suit purchased from Jos. A. Bank

Rings: Infinity Jewelers

Bridesmaids wore: David’s Bridal gowns

Groomsmen wore: Suits purchased from Jos. A. Bank

Rehearsal dinner: Home

Ceremony: St. Matthew Gahanna

Reception: North Bank Park Pavilion

Caterer: Caterers Three

Cake: Made by a family member

Florist: Expressions Floral Design Studio

Photographer: Sanchez Studio

Photo booth: T.E.A.M. DJ

Invitations: Designed by a friend

Guest favors: Chocolate

Reception tunes: T.E.A.M. DJ

Registry: Bed Bath & Beyond

Transportation: Xtreme Limo

Honeymoon: Bali