Lily & Danya on the Duluth Waterfront

Lily and Danya shared their first look under the ceremony arch, where they would soon be married. Danya couldn’t believe Lily was real - he asked her if he was dreaming. The view of Lake Superior behind them was the perfect backdrop. Following the ceremony they enjoyed cocktail hour with their guests. It was a perfect summer day.

The evening's toasts came in order from Lily's father, then Danya's younger brother and best man, followed by the bride’s maid of honor. The groom’s younger brother shared how he and his brother endured difficult times when first moving to the United States. He said, "Home is not only a country, a city or a house. Home is the person beside you who makes you believe that whatever happens next you will face it together." The wish that followed was simple: keep celebrating one another, and keep laughing through the ordinary days.

In the evening, Marit Williams, the Alma Films team and the bride and groom headed to a lovely rocky beach right next to the water for golden hour. Back at Pier B, the dance floor opened and the night stretched on. The white florals, candlelight, live band and a room full of people who had traveled to be there kept the party going.

True North Weddings planned the day, Superior Blooms did the florals, The Vault Duluth and Encore handled rentals, Rock With U brought the party, and Drizzled Cupcakery made the cake. Lily wore a gorgeous gown from Annika Bridal, and Marit Williams photographed the day.