SE HOI & THIÊN THANH

"In time,

we blossom"

Traditional Ceremony & Destination Wedding | Lavender Dalat

Misty hills and Tuyen Lam Lake seen from Lavender Dalat, the venue of a Da Lat destination wedding

Couple exchanging vows under an almond blossom arch by Tuyen Lam Lake, misty mountains behind, at Lavender Dalat

Couple's first dance among cold sparklers under a draped tent with hanging blossoms, in black and white

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Almond blossom wedding stationery flat lay with vow books, rings, pearls and a gold wax seal

THE AUTHENTICITY

As the saying goes, “marry your best friend”, the love between Se Hoi and Thiên Thanh has been nurtured through the simplest, most everyday gestures. It lives in the quiet care of Se Hoi placing a glass of water by the bedside, knowing Thiên Thanh tends to forget, and in the gentle presence of Thiên Thanh, always there to look after Se Hoi through moments of exhaustion.

In the days of December, The Story Packer had the privilege of accompanying their journey of love across three meaningful milestones: an intimate traditional ceremony, a destination wedding by the poetic lakeside in Đà Lạt, and a vibrant celebration in Sài Gòn, closing the year with a chapter of memories to be cherished for a lifetime.

THE JADE-HUED TRADITIONAL CEREMONY

On this special day, Thiên Thanh’s home was adorned in soft shades of jade green. Wooden details intertwined with white and blush lotus blossoms created a warm, deeply Vietnamese atmosphere for the Vietnamese traditional ceremony.

Jade-green Vietnamese tea ceremony backdrop with wooden rings, silk lanterns and white and pink lotus at home

Pink lilies, lotus leaves and white blooms against a jade-green wall for a Vietnamese traditional ceremony

Bride in a white Nhật Bình and groom in a blue áo tấc walking hand in hand into the family home

Bride smiling in a white Nhật Bình with a rainbow embroidered collar and khăn vấn headdress

Groom in a blue dragon brocade áo tấc and khăn vấn gazing out a window before the ceremony

Bridesmaids and groomsmen in pale blue áo ngũ thân cheering with the couple outside the bride's home

The couple chose to wear Nhật Bình and Áo Tấc, honoring the elegance and solemnity of traditional Vietnamese wedding attire. In harmony with this spirit, the bridesmaids and groomsmen wore Áo Ngũ Thân, completing a visual symphony rich in cultural identity.

Bride in Nhật Bình laughing among bridesmaids in pale blue áo ngũ thân at the family gate

Groomsmen in pale blue áo ngũ thân striking playful kicks around the laughing groom

Overhead view of the bridal party crowding around the groom during the bride's welcoming games

Groom laughing with a white lotus bouquet as groomsmen in áo ngũ thân cheer him on

The ceremony unfolded like a living painting: vivid, emotional, and full of life. Se Hoi and his groomsmen faced a series of delightfully unique challenges prepared by the bridesmaids: from skillfully using long chopsticks to find Thiên Thanh’s childhood photo, to navigating a playful yet demanding Vietnamese reading challenge that brought both suspense and bursts of laughter.

Groom using long chopsticks to find the bride's childhood photo in a playful door game

Parents giving red envelopes to the couple before the jade-green backdrop at the tea ceremony

Guest laughing while offering blessings to the couple during a Vietnamese and Chinese tea ceremony

Following the joyful energy of the bride’s welcoming games, the ceremony continued with a heartfelt fusion of Vietnamese wedding traditions and the Chinese tea ceremony.

Bride in Nhật Bình hugging a bridesmaid in áo ngũ thân with joyful smiles

Each gesture, each blessing carried the couple’s deep reverence for their ancestors and families. It also became a meaningful moment for their international guests to witness and better understand the beauty of Vietnamese wedding culture.

Bride's parents laughing at the tea ceremony table as the groom in áo tấc smiles behind them

Bride in Nhật Bình striking a playful pose with bridesmaids in áo ngũ thân

Groom in áo tấc and bride in Nhật Bình smiling in the sunlight on their wedding morning

Couple sharing a kiss as bridesmaids and groomsmen in áo ngũ thân cheer around them

Couple walking out through confetti as the bridal party in pale blue áo ngũ thân cheers

Bridal party tossing confetti over the couple in traditional Vietnamese wedding attire

Families and friends gathered for a group photo as the couple kisses after the traditional ceremony

Van Gogh's Almond Blossom painting on a soft green wall, the inspiration for the Da Lat wedding

“ALMOND BLOSSOM” BY THE LAKE

The emotions of the traditional ceremony gently carried into an intimate wedding in Đà Lạt. Inspired by “Almond Blossom” by Vincent van Gogh, a painting especially loved by Thiên Thanh, the celebration was woven into a poetic narrative of new beginnings. From its soft palette to the delicate white blossoms heralding spring, every detail reflected purity, tenderness, and hope.

Bride having her makeup done, reflected in a window on the wedding morning in Da Lat, in black and white

Groom and groomsmen buttoning their shirts and getting ready together, in black and white

Bride in a white robe walking with friends in sage satin pajamas along a misty garden path at Lavender Dalat

Bride and friends in matching sage satin pajamas laughing together in a wooden hotel room

Bride laughing with a bridesmaid in a sage robe while getting ready

Bride handing gifts to her bridal party seated on the bed on the wedding morning

Bridal party opening gifts from the bride with joyful smiles in Da Lat

Groom and groomsmen in suits and suspenders posing in a wooden room, in black and white

Groom in a bow tie looking out from a balcony, in black and white

Groomsmen lifting the groom in their arms for a playful portrait

Guests holding clear umbrellas in light rain as they arrive for the lakeside ceremony at Lavender Dalat

Tuyen Lam Lake glimpsed through pine-covered hills from the wedding venue in Da Lat

The couple chose to hold their vow ceremony in the morning, gracefully avoiding the forecasted afternoon rain and allowing their most meaningful moments to unfold slowly. Wrapped in the soft embrace of early mist, Se Hoi and Thiên Thanh stood within a living canvas of layered mountains by the serene Tuyền Lâm Lake.

Red wine poured from a rustic wooden cart during the lakeside cocktail hour

Rustic food station with cheese, charcuterie and dipping sauces in wooden crates at a Da Lat wedding

Bridesmaids in sage dresses holding clear umbrellas and baby's breath bouquets in the rain

Bridesmaid laughing with guests under clear umbrellas in the rain at a Da Lat wedding

Wedding guest raising a glass of wine with a big smile at the outdoor celebration

Father of the bride in a straw hat holding a clear umbrella by the lakeside floral decor

White aisle lined with baby's breath leading to a floral arch by Tuyen Lam Lake, guests under clear umbrellas

Mother of the bride smiling in a hand-painted áo dài in the ceremony seating

Bridesmaid holding a baby's breath pomander bouquet with cascading pearl strands

Bride's parents in a red áo dài and black suit posing in the flower garden at Lavender Dalat

Groomsman in a green delivery rider jacket giving a thumbs up in the rain

Groom making a surprise entrance in a delivery rider jacket as guests burst into laughter

A delightful surprise arrived as Se Hoi and his groomsmen entered the ceremony transformed into quintessential Vietnamese delivery riders, bringing laughter and an unexpected spark of energy to the celebration.

Groom and groomsmen in green delivery rider jackets surprising guests at the lakeside altar

Groomsman in a delivery rider jacket walking down the aisle with a playful point

Groomsman in a green delivery jacket strolling down the white ceremony aisle

Bridesmaids in sage dresses dancing down the aisle toward the lakeside floral arch

Groomsman jumping mid-air as petals fly during the bridal party entrance

Groomsman ducking under a heart arch formed by bridesmaids' arms at the ceremony entrance

Bridal party dancing and clapping down the aisle against the hills of Da Lat

Father walking the bride down the aisle and embracing her at the lakeside altar

Misty mountains and pine forest above Tuyen Lam Lake, the backdrop of the Da Lat wedding venue

Couple placing the final pieces of a handmade Almond Blossom mosaic during their vow ceremony

In the crisp chill of early December in Đà Lạt, the couple exchanged their vows and completed the final pieces of a handcrafted mosaic inspired by “Almond Blossom”, a symbolic act of building their shared future, piece by piece.

Groom wiping away tears during the lakeside vow ceremony

Bride's parents smiling as they watch the vow ceremony by Tuyen Lam Lake

Couple exchanging rings under a blossom arch with misty mountains behind

Groom reading his vows as the bride laughs at the lakeside altar

Bridesmaids wiping away tears during the emotional vow ceremony

Newlyweds walking back down the aisle through a shower of petals after their lakeside ceremony

Reception table with pale blue linen, crystal glassware and napkins tied with gold ribbon

Welcome display with an Almond Blossom style painting of the couple and vintage gold frames

As the misty morning gave way to an evening illuminated by warm lights, the celebration blossomed into a lively night.

Blossom branch centerpiece in a textured vase on an evening reception table under string lights

Hanging blossom and crystal installation beneath a draped ceiling at the night reception

Table centerpiece with white anthurium in a textured vase beside a crystal lamp

Sweetheart table framed by white roses and baby's breath under a draped tent at night

Long reception table lined with blossom branches and candles in the evening

Guests shared their wishes through handwritten cards, while fleeting moments of joy were captured in Polaroid photographs, creating keepsakes filled with laughter and love.

Guest writing a handwritten wish card for the couple at the reception

Guest sketching a portrait on a wish card as a wedding keepsake

Guests writing wish cards at a long table under a draped tent in the evening mist

Guest photographing the finished wish cards with a phone

Outdoor reception tent glowing with colorful lights on a party night in Da Lat

Couple raising their arms on the dance floor as guests cheer and film, in black and white

Bridesmaid laughing as she hops through Vietnamese bamboo dancing poles at the night party

Couple bamboo dancing together at their evening reception

Groom celebrating with a friend after a round of bamboo dancing

Guests taking turns at traditional Vietnamese bamboo dancing (nhảy sạp) at the night reception

Vietnamese cultural touches once again came alive through traditional bamboo dancing set to the joyful rhythm of “Xoè Hoa”, along with playful group games around the bonfire.

The evening concluded in a beautiful crescendo of emotions, marking the beginning of a new journey, where sincerity and warmth will always be the guiding light for Se Hoi and Thiên Thanh as they walk hand in hand through life.

Groom in a black suit laughing with arms raised as guests cheer under blue lights at the evening reception

OUR TRUSTED PARTNERS

Wedding planner & Coordinator: The Story Packer

Wedding venue: Lavender Dalat

Flowers & Decoration: J'may Wedding & Events
MUA: ĐINH TRẦN
Photographer & Videographer: Sonder Studio, Hoang Phuong Wedding House, Kailash Wedding
Wedding Invitation & Stationery: Deusvn.weddinginvitations
Wedding Dress: Hestia Bridal
MC: Lê Hòa Minh
Vietnamese Áo Tấc: LIÊN HOA