Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Weddings Real Weddings A Rustic, Vintage Wedding in Stowe, Vermont By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Website An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 20, 2018 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Jennifer and Canute Steve Steinhardt When Jennifer Cheung and Canute Dalmasse met at a house party in Hong Kong in 2009, neither was smitten—at first. "Her friends thought I'd be right for her, so they stalled me from leaving while they secretly called her, telling her to come out," says Canute, who works in finance. Recalls Jennifer, a pastry chef, "They practically forced me to show up!" And when she did, it was, in a word, awkward. But turns out the matchmakers were onto something, and nearly two-years-to-the-day later, Jennifer and Canute met again at the hotel bar; he dropped to one knee and asked his girlfriend to marry him. The couple married in Stowe, Vermont, on August 25, 2012. 01 of 12 Snowy Save-the-Dates Steve Steinhardt The white slopes of Stowe appeared on save-the-dates, which were designed by Tiny Pine Press to resemble a vintage ski pass. 02 of 12 The Serene Setting Steve Steinhardt The couple wed at Trapp Family Lodge (as in the von Trapps from The Sound of Music), which offers views of the valley where Canute grew up. For Hong Kong native Jennifer, the decision to wed in the States was an easy one: "Canute's from Vermont, and it's such a special place, we wanted my family and our shared friends to see it." 03 of 12 Custom Gifts Steve Steinhardt Jennifer chummed around with her sister Jamie, who tied the knot just months prior, before the ceremony; all the girls were presented with custom monogrammed Phillip Lim robes. 04 of 12 The Flower Girl Steve Steinhardt Canute's then 2-year-old niece was on the move in a flowy Bonpoint frock. 05 of 12 Bridesmaids in Blush Steve Steinhardt The ladies, in Alexander McQueen and Alice + Olivia dresses, carried dahlias, garden roses, Queen Anne's lace, protea, clematis, Russian olives, artemisia, and hydrangeas. 06 of 12 The Ceremony Steve Steinhardt Swaths of linen draped from posts provided coverage from the sun. Members of the Vermont Symphony Orchestra played as Jennifer walked down a fern-and-hydrangea-lined aisle. Later, Canute's cousin performed "Mr. Tambourine Man" on guitar in memory of the groom's Bob Dylan–loving father. 07 of 12 The Newlyweds Steve Steinhardt The bride and groom paused for a pic on the fern-lined aisle. 08 of 12 Seats of Honor Steve Steinhardt Leafy vines and wispy fabric marked the newlyweds' spots. The reception included a lounge area, indoor trees, and, notes Jennifer, "tons and tons of candlelight." The party lasted till 1 a.m., when the couple, exhausted but ecstatic, bid adieu to their beloved guests. 09 of 12 Romantic Lighting Steve Steinhardt Dozens of hanging lanterns—each chosen, says Jennifer, for their "rustic, vintage feel—illuminated reception tents. 10 of 12 The Dessert Steve Steinhardt Sugar flowers adorned the amazing four-tier yellow and almond cake by Sylvia Weinstock Cakes. 11 of 12 Sources Steve Steinhardt Location and catering: Trapp Family Lodge Event planning and design: Beth Helmstetter Events Flowers: Saipua Photography: Steve Steinhardt Photography Videography: Living Cinema Officiant: Michael Caldwell Stationery: Tiny Pine Press Calligraphy: Laura Hooper Calligraphy Cake: Sylvia Weinstock Cakes Music: Vermont Symphony Orchestra String Quartet (ceremony and cocktail hour); Eric Nicolas & One Love (reception) Rentals: Casa de Perrin; The Korman Group; Weddings, Tents & Events Tents and lighting: Barker Décor Service Bride's gown: Christian Dior Couture 12 of 12 There's More! Whether you decide to go big or small, seaside or mountainside, bohemian or black tie, find more wedding inspiration in our fall Real Weddings issue by downloading our app and buying the digital issue for only $.99. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit