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From school dances to wedding receptions, Real Martina Liana Bride Anika and Josh\u2019s love story has many chapters and this one is the sweetest. After finding love in high school hallways, the couple got engaged at Lake Tahoe, a cherished getaway spot. The couple then exchanged vows at Anika\u2019s childhood home, representing memories and milestones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wearing Martina Liana Style 1767<\/a>, Anika\u2019s dress embodied the western aesthetic that she crafted for their Northern California wedding. Floral details and a rippling train, reflected the romance of a love story years in the making<\/p>\n\n\n

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ANIKA, TELL US ABOUT YOUR PARTNER. HOW DID YOU MEET?\u202f<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Josh and I are high school sweethearts, we grew up together. He is the most amazing man!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WHAT WAS YOUR PROPOSAL LIKE?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Josh proposed at Lake Tahoe. We used to spend a lot of time there together, all the memories made the moment even more meaningful. It was absolutely beautiful.<\/p>\n\n\n

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DESCRIBE YOUR BRIDAL STYLE.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Florals and a dramatic train were essential for my western wedding. My dress fit right in with the aesthetic of my big day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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HOW DID YOU FEEL IN YOUR GOWN ON YOUR WEDDING DAY?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The dress was perfect on me and made me feel like the prettiest woman in the world! Josh’s reaction made it all the more special.<\/p>\n\n\n

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TELL US MORE ABOUT YOUR WEDDING.\u202f\u202f<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I grew up on a ranch amongst the rolling hills of Northern California. Getting married at a place so special, surrounded by friends and family, meant so much to us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WHAT WAS THE MOST SPECIAL MEMORY FROM THE DAY?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sharing our personal vows and our first dance were some of our favorite memories from the big day. It\u2019s impossible to choose a favorite part because we truly loved every second.<\/p>\n\n\n

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VENDOR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Photography<\/strong>: Bri Bischof Photo<\/a>
Videography<\/strong>: Emerald Cinema Wedding Films<\/a>
Bridal Shop: <\/strong>Swoon Bridal<\/a>
Wedding Planner:<\/strong> Sophia Florence Events<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Did you wear a Martina Liana gown on your wedding day? Share your photos with us for a chance to be featured<\/a>.\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you still searching for the perfect wedding dress? Check out our latest designer gown collections from Stella York<\/a>, Essense of Australia<\/a>, Martina Liana<\/a> and All Who Wander<\/a>.\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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