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Double happiness sign for wedding tea ceremony

culture-rich celebrations,

thoughtfully brought to life

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every love story is unique and every tradition deserves to be honored. we help couples from all backgrounds thoughtfully incorporate meaningful cultural customs into modern multicultural celebrations while creating experiences that are authentic, seamless and deeply personal.

  • The Double Happiness, 囍, symbol represents marriage, joy, and harmonious union. Rooted in Chinese wedding traditions, it has become a recognizable emblem of celebration and unity around the world.

    Honoring family and heritage means embracing the traditions that has been passed down through generations. While these customs carry deep cultural significance, today’s celebrations can thoughtfully evolve to reflect each couple’s unique story while preserving the values and meaning at their heart.

  • Guiding you through the ceremony

    Whether you’re planning a traditional cultural ceremony or blending multiple family traditions into one day, we will create together all the meaningful experiences that honor your heritage while seamlessly complementing your overall wedding vision.

    These ceremonies are often some of the most emotional and memorable moments, bringing together not only two people but two families and their histories. Beyond managing the logistics, we guide you through the nuances of cultural traditions, family dynamics, and the thoughtful blending of different customs, while ensuring every detail is handled with care, respect and intention.

  • As a Chinese American woman, embracing my cultural heritage has always been an important part of who I am.

    I've found immense joy in helping couples celebrate their own traditions and create experiences that honor their family, cultures, and love story.

    It has been my privilege to guide couples through meaningful cultural ceremonies. From serving as a tea ceremony host to using my Cantonese background to guide families through each step of the tradition, I am dedicated to plan the entire wedding day with care and intention.

    These celebrations involve more than logistics. They often require navigating family expectations, cultural customs, and blending traditions with sensitivity and respect.

    Whether you're planning a traditional celebration or weaving together multiple cultures, I'm here to help you feel confident, supported, and fully present as you celebrate one of life's most meaningful moments.

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A couple dressed in traditional Chinese wedding attire standing together, holding hands, surrounded by red roses and Chinese decorations, on a black floor with red Chinese wedding cushions with white Chinese characters.
A woman in a maroon dress is presenting a tea cup to a man in a red and gold traditional Chinese outfit. There are tea cups and a teapot on a table with a red tablecloth, and a red decorative item on the table. They are indoors, in a room with bookshelves and a black door in the background.
People exchanging red envelopes during a celebration, dressed in traditional red and gold attire.
A couple wearing traditional Chinese wedding attire, embracing outdoors with trees in the background.
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A traditional Chinese wedding ceremony with the bride and groom kneeling on a paved outdoor area, facing each other, with a ceremony officiant and a parent or elder seated behind them. The bride is wearing a red embroidered dress with intricate gold
People at a traditional Chinese wedding ceremony, with the bride in a red and gold gown and the groom in a suit, exchanging rings in front of friends and family.
Decorative red silk pouch and gold rings on a red and gold embroidered cloth with Chinese symbols and a dragon design, placed on a tiled stone floor.
A couple dressed in traditional South Asian wedding attire stands against a pink backdrop decorated with flowers and gold Chinese characters, smiling at each other and holding hands.
A small round table with a wooden tray holding a vase with a single peach-colored flower, a tea set with red cups, and some decorative stones. In the background, there is a window, beige curtains, and some indoor plants.
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A couple dressed in formal attire participating in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. The man is pouring tea from a red teapot into small red cups on a tray, while the woman watches with a gentle smile. The setting includes a large leafy plant and
Two hands with intricate henna designs, wearing gold bangles and rings, are positioned palms together, with a blurred colorful background.
Group of people celebrating, with women in traditional Indian attire, including intricate embroidery and jewelry, raising their hands in the air, outdoors under a building overhang.
Women dressed in colorful traditional Indian attire participating in a ceremony, with some kneeling and others standing, in an indoor setting.
Korean wedding ceremony taking place inside a greenhouse with glass ceiling, surrounded by colorful flowers and trees. The bride and groom are dressed in traditional Korean hanbok, seated on cushions with a ceremonial table in front. Several guests s
A man and woman dressed in traditional Chinese wedding clothing, standing outdoors with blooming flowers and greenery in the background.
A person in traditional clothing holding a white embroidered cloth with pink floral patterns and stones on it, appearing to be part of a cultural or ceremonial event.
Close-up of a woman wearing traditional Korean hanbok with light blue jeogori (top) and gray chima (skirt) decorated with white embroidered butterflies, and a colorful embroidered norigae hanging from the waistband.
Red tea set with cups, teapot, and tray, decorated with gold symbols, placed on a red tablecloth outdoors.
Traditional Asian tea set with a floral teapot, four teacups, and various pastries on colorful plates arranged on a kitchen counter.
Wedding reception table with floral centerpiece, candles in glass holders, and elegant table settings, with a decorated backdrop featuring the names Kathleen and Yuto.
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A multicultural group of people dressed in colorful traditional clothing gathered inside a decorated wedding arch with flowers. The scene appears to be a wedding or engagement ceremony.
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here’s the tea.

  • "As a bride who has ancestry from Taiwan and China, it was so helpful to have Katie chime in on some of those customs as well!"

    — K&Y

  • "Our Cantonese speaking family members also greatly appreciated her bilingual skills."

    — M&J

  • "She was not only receptive to our feedback and wishes but was able to add important details based on her previous experience."

    — D&D

A woman in a red floral dress is sitting and getting a henna tattoo on her hand by a girl dressed in a traditional red and white embroidered dress. The woman is smiling with her eyes closed, and there are red flowers in the background.
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Women dressed in traditional red and gold Asian attire participate in a cultural ceremony, with one woman smiling while a hand places a bracelet on her wrist.
Women involved in a traditional wedding ceremony, with one woman in a vibrant red and gold embroidered dress and another in a floral dress, exchanging rings or jewelry.
A traditional Chinese tea ceremony with a woman in a red and gold embroidered dress presenting tea to a man in a tuxedo, in a room decorated with red accents and teaware on a red table.
A woman in a deep red dress is pouring tea into teacups on a red-draped round table, displaying Chinese traditional decorations and cups, inside a modern room with large windows and bookshelves.
A decorative floral arrangement with red flowers and green leaves, along with gold butterfly ornaments, adorning a red fabric backdrop with hanging paper cutouts of traditional Chinese lanterns and butterflies, set against a gray brick wall.
A rattan chair in front of a brick wall with hanging industrial-style lights, two red Chinese lantern decorations, and a table with red and orange flowers in a vase.
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Colorful Chinese tea set on a table with stacked paper cups in the background.
Decorative wooden duck figurines on a table with a red and blue tablecloth, with a colorful fruit arrangement and a bowl of nuts in the background, outdoors with blooming flowers and a brick wall.
A man and woman dressed in traditional Chinese wedding attire, standing outdoors with blooming flowers and trees in the background. The man wears a blue robe with an embroidered lion and a black hat, while the woman is dressed in a multicolored gown
A traditional Korean wedding ceremony taking place in a greenhouse surrounded by colorful flowers and lush greenery, with guests dressed in modern attire watching the couple in traditional Korean clothing, hanbok.
Two people in colorful traditional Korean hanbok embracing and smiling inside a greenhouse with blooming flowers.
A smiling woman wearing a traditional Vietnamese dress and a large decorative hat looks at a man in a traditional dress, with a lion mask in the background.
A traditional Chinese tea ceremony during a wedding, with a bride and groom in red dresses offering tea to an elder, surrounded by family and friends.
Multiple red gift boxes with gold-patterned lids and red tassels, arranged in rows on a white table near windows.
Decorations for a Chinese wedding or celebration featuring double happiness symbols on red banners, red flowers, candles, and a framed Chinese character for double happiness on the wall.
Traditional Korean wedding ceremony with a bride and groom in hanbok, sitting on a woven mat, as elderly guests seated in chairs observe. Bridesmaids, groomsmen, and other guests stand nearby in a decorated indoor setting.
Three people in traditional Korean attire pouring tea during a ceremony, with several onlookers in the background.
A couple dressed in traditional Chinese clothing sharing a kiss at a table with food and decorative items, with a red background featuring painted cranes and pine trees.
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Four people are hugging each other at an event. Two women and two men, all dressed in traditional Asian attire, are embracing in pairs. The background features a decorative wall with Chinese characters and lantern-style wall sconces, indicating a cel
A young man and woman in traditional Chinese attire sharing a cup with an elderly woman, likely in a cultural or family gathering setting.
Wedding display with floral arrangements, a white backdrop with the names Kathleen and Yuto, and decorative elements.
Elegant wedding ceremony setup in a bright, spacious room with a chandelier, large windows, and gold chairs arranged in rows facing a decorated backdrop with flowers.
A round wedding reception table decorated with large glass vases containing pink and peach flowers, surrounded by tall and short candles in glass holders, with red napkins and place settings, and a backdrop with floral and geometric patterns and a si
Elegant wedding reception setup with round tables, gold chairs, floral centerpieces, and a decorated backdrop with the names Kathleen and Yuto.
A bride and groom at their wedding ceremony, standing close and gazing at each other, with the bride holding a colorful bouquet in front of them. The background features floral decorations and a sign with Japanese characters and part of the names Kat
A couple dressed in traditional Japanese attire, standing among floral arrangements in a decorated setting. The man is wearing a black kimono with gray patterned hakama, and the woman is in a red kimono dress, smiling at the camera.
Decorative stained glass panel with floral design and circular red pattern, hanging on a wooden frame outdoors.
Close-up of colorful embroidered fabric featuring a phoenix design on the red section and floral embroidery on the white sheer fabric layered on top.
Wooden garden arbor with decorative glass panels featuring floral and geometric designs, set in a lush green garden with trees and shrubs in the background.
A decorated cake with three tiers displayed on a wooden table. The top tier has an orange hue and is topped with a floral arrangement. The middle tier is green with gold Chinese symbols, and the bottom tier is white with floral patterns.
Table setting with floral centerpiece, wine glasses, paper plates with floral design, greenery garland, and red gift boxes with a bow, set on a wooden table.
Gold jewelry, including two wide gold bracelets with intricate designs, a pair of gold earrings with bird motifs, a silver-colored bracelet with clear stones, and gold chains, displayed in a red jewelry box and on a white surface.
A man and woman holding hands and smiling at each other, dressed in traditional Asian attire, standing close in a dimly lit space.
Young woman with blonde hair in an ornate, traditional Asian dress with floral and gold patterns, and decorative ornaments in her hair, applying makeup in front of a mirror. Two other people are partially visible nearby.
Decorative Japanese paper with a gold Chinese character in an orange circle.
A couple dressed in traditional Chinese red attire participating in a wedding ceremony, with a woman presenting rings and guests in the background under a large arched structure.
A group of people at a social gathering, with a woman in a red dress and jewelry in the foreground, and other people in the background, some wearing traditional Asian attire.
A man and a woman dressed in formal attire, with the man holding the woman's shoulder, is shown in this photo. The woman is wearing a traditional red silk dress with gold jewelry, and the man is wearing a suit with a colorful tie. The setting appears
A wooden table displaying a white vase with pink cherry blossom branches, a golden-trimmed teapot with floral and dragon designs, six matching teacups with similar patterns on a tray, and various gold jewelry including bracelets, necklaces, and rings
A smiling couple dressed in traditional Chinese wedding attire, standing close together in a decorated room with red and gold decorations, including hanging lanterns and heart-shaped ornaments on the wall.
Tea set with cups and teapot on a tray, in front of a group of people celebrating an occasion with traditional attire, while a green plant is visible in the foreground.
A young woman and a man dressed in traditional Korean wedding attire are participating in a ceremony; the woman holds a embroidered silk pillow with floral designs, and the man smiles at her.
A traditional Asian ceremony with a man and a woman dressed in colorful traditional attire. The woman is holding a white embroidered cloth, and various ceremonial foods and offerings are displayed on a red table in front of them. A decorative red and
Korean bride in a colorful hanbok, kneeling during a traditional wedding ceremony, with guests watching and taking photos around her.
A person in a white robe is receiving tea from another person wearing a blue garment, in an indoor setting with a red wall and artwork in the background.
A woman dressed in traditional Korean attire, wearing a colorful hanbok and ornate headdress, drinking tea from a small ceramic cup.
A woman in traditional red, gold, and white embroidered attire smiling, standing beside a pink cherry blossom tree with hanging red decorations, indoors with a light-colored wall and decorative wall art.
Close-up of intricately henna-decorated hands with gold jewelry in a traditional Indian style, against a blurred background.
People dressed in traditional Chinese costumes participating in a cultural celebration, with a colorful lion dance attire in a festive indoor setting.
People participate in a traditional Chinese wedding tea ceremony indoors with decorations. A person in a floral dress and glasses serves tea to a man wearing a dark floral traditional Chinese wedding outfit and a cap. Others stand nearby, holding a r
A man dressed in traditional Asian attire with intricate golden embroidery, wearing a black and red floral hat, holding a small cup with a red ribbon, participating in a cultural ceremony or celebration indoors.
People participating in a traditional tea ceremony, with hands holding a tray of matching ceramic cups with floral patterns, set in a cultural setting with women wearing colorful dresses.
People dressed in traditional Asian attire walking with a person holding a red umbrella, under a modern building entrance.
A bed with red bedding and pillows that have 'Just Married' embroidered on them, in a bedroom setting.
Group of women participating in a traditional Indian ceremony, dressed in colorful sarees, some seated and others standing, with one woman offering flower petals to a seated woman, in an indoor setting.
Indian wedding ceremony with women in colorful sarees and a man in traditional attire, engaging in a ritual, in an indoor setting.
Close-up of hands holding a decorated tray, with henna designs on fingers, during an Indian celebration or ceremony.
A large group of people dressed in colorful traditional South Asian clothes gathered outdoors, celebrating with smiling faces and raising their hands, with lush green trees and cloudy sky in the background.
Indian bride and groom celebrating their wedding outdoors, with women in traditional attire, dancing and smiling under a large tree.
Indian groom dressed in traditional attire holding a phone, standing amidst guests during a wedding celebration. Guests are clapping and smiling, wearing traditional Indian clothing. The scene is outside a building with an open door and bright natura
Close-up of two elderly hands with rings, one pointing at a silver tray with colorful decorations, flowers, and pink powder, during a traditional ceremony or celebration.
A man wearing a pink turban and traditional Indian clothing is seen with his head bowed and eyes closed, while a woman in a white outfit is touching his forehead, possibly performing a religious or cultural ritual. Several other people are blurred in
A group of people, including a bride dressed in traditional Indian attire, walking through an archway and holding a pink and gold decorative canopy overhead, during a wedding celebration.
A woman dressed in traditional South Asian attire is participating in a ceremonial event, hanging a decorated cloth with embroidery and Christian symbols, including a cross and religious motifs, while wearing intricate jewelry and a veil, in a room w
Close-up of a traditional Indian wedding ceremony where the bride and groom hold hands and exchange rings. The bride's arm is decorated with henna and jewelry, and the groom is dressed in ornate clothing. The scene is adorned with flowers and decorat
People signing a red banner with Chinese characters, some holding pens, in a celebratory or commemorative event.
Elegant banquet hall decorated with gold and red table settings, beige chairs, and large chandeliers hanging from the ceiling.
Close-up of two people embracing, wearing traditional Asian wedding attire. One person's hand is resting on the other's shoulder, and the person wearing a red embroidered silk outfit has intricate henna designs on their hand, adorned with gold jewelr
Two people, a woman in a red and gold traditional dress and a man in a gold jacket, are smiling and holding drinks at a festive event with many seated guests and colorful decorations, including a dragon costume in the background.
A dragon dancer in a colorful costume performing at an indoor celebration, with an audience seated at tables decorated with red tablecloths and yellow chairs.
A white plate filled with various Asian dishes. There are fried spring rolls, sliced grilled meat, a portion of stir-fried cabbage, and sliced grilled pork. The plate also has some sliced tomatoes and a few pieces of lettuce as garnish. A person's ha
A man and woman dressed in traditional Chinese wedding attire holding red envelopes and a bouquet of flowers in a decorated reception area with gold curtains and red tables.