American Idol alums Kate Luna and Alex Garrido are married!
Contestants who auditioned as a couple last season tied the knot in an intimate wedding in Cactus Creek Barn, Dixon, Tennessee on Friday, people can reveal exclusively.
For her big day, 21-year-old Luna wore a beautiful white gown designed by Essenci. The romantic outfit consisted of a pearl necklace and a floral skirt with the wrong matching furs. She tells people, “I tried to wear about seven clothes until I finally said yes to the clothes.”
Meanwhile, Gerido, 27, chose Tuxedo from Jose A. Bank, who helped design it with Paul Zechariah Mathews, paired with Dustin Bowen’s shoes in Los Angeles. As an extra special touch, under his shepherd’s hat, the groom took some meaningful memento.
“Alex continues the tradition of having our Polaroid photo bumped into his shepherd’s hat,” says Luna.
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The safety of their guests during the Corona virus epidemic was also of paramount importance to the couple, who recently released their first single, “High Time Times” in both English and Spanish.
“The safety of everyone at our wedding is very important to us. We want everyone to have a great time celebrating this wonderful day in safety,” Luna explained, adding that everyone’s attendance was unique. And together played an important role in our lives “
In addition to having multiple hand-cleaning stations through the venue, the couple ensured that individually wrapped masks and sanitizing wipes were provided for each. In addition, all meals were served separately at each socially distant table.
Although the couple says they reduced their guest lists “significantly”, keeping their wedding short was always part of the plan.
“CoVID didn’t really change its plans that much,” says Luna. “We already had a deep idea of a wedding with a low guest list and an outdoor barn venue.”
“We chose Cactus Creek Barn because we both always dreamed of a warehouse wedding. Most couples from Miami usually go for a beach wedding, but we always have a different idea. Here’s how we want to see our dream wedding. ” She adds “We really wanted an environment that made everyone feel like they were celebrating intimacy in our own home.”
In addition to Gerido’s Polaroid photos, the event included several additional personal contacts.
The couple, who tied the knot in October, tell people, “The rings are the smallest and most thoughtful. “We want to thank Tiffany & Co. for hand-crafting the electric ring with the initial K&A. They even included the electric bolts we used in our logo, which has an emotional meaning for us. Is.”
He added: “We would also like to thank Milano Jewelers in Patrick Pines, Florida for creating a custom wedding band for the kit that they customized with an engagement ring.
The couple also asked Gerido’s godfather and uncle, Pastor Frank Lopez, to perform the ceremony, and to stop writing prematurely before “saying whatever comes to mind at this moment.” Given
“We’re talking about this day right after that meeting,” Luna told the crowd.
And keep walking during the good times s reception!
For their first dance, the bride and groom chose “I Don’t Dance” by Lee Bryce, and their fans ate sweets and pork from Sommer Love Bakery, along with a menu full of “Southern Comfort Foods”.
Shortly afterwards, Garrido surprised Luna with a song that was written specifically for her. Join your friend Zach Martin for this performance, there was no dry eye in the house!
Make sure their guests can enjoy security – and the couple’s l. You can also cut a carpet.
“We all come from Latin families and dancing is a big part of our culture,” Luna told the crowd. “We’re still working on all the details and looking for the best way to make sure that Any of our guests who want to dance can do it safely; if anyone can figure out the best way to dance, it’s definitely going to be our family! “
After their wedding, the couple will leave for their honeymoon – destination unknown.
“We don’t really know where we’re going,” Gatro told the crowd. “I’m amazed by the honeymoon!”
