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Synopsis:
The Groom wore a hybrid between a white Vader and Maul outfit, that he made and designed himself. Janell designed and made her gown and headpiece to resemble a Leia/Amidala type ensemble. The bridesmaid/"queen's handmaidens" wore robes designed and made by Janell, as did the flower girl. The groomsmen, ringbearer, reader, and photographer wore episode 1 style jedi knight outfits, each made by the wearer with the exception of Janell's sons, Aaron and Ryan. Michael made their costumes. Michael was escorted down the aisle by two Blue Guardsmen as seen in Episode 1, to the tune of the end theme of Star Wars: A New Hope. They each made their helmets and rifles while bridesmaid Tammy Olsen created their robes and undersuits. The minister wore a black jedi type cape over his suit, and many of the guests came dressed in Star Wars costumes that ranged from Admiral Ackbar to Boba Fett, Darth Vader to Yoda.
Droids including a hangar deck droid, spy droid as seen in episode 1 used by Darth Maul, and a replica R2D2 were on hand to add atmosphere. The ringbearer carried a glowing orb with the rings suspended within rather than the traditional pillow. The honor guard snapping to attention and turning to face the rear heralded the entrance of the bride, accompanied by the Star Wars Main Title theme. When the minister asked: "If anyone objects, speak now�", Duel of the Fates struck up and Darth Vader strode forward in protest. After the honor guard and several jedi pulled their weapons on him and the groom threw a warning glance, the sith lord stepped back and the ceremony resumed among amused chuckles and nods from our guests. The rest of the ceremony was fairly traditional and included a modified Unity Candle ceremony that I designed to include each of my six children. (We used "Princess Leia's Theme" for the candlelighting music.) When it was recessional time, the new family exchanged hugs while jedi and honor guard lined up to form an Arch of Lightsabers through which the wedding party exited to a medley of End Celebration Themes from Return of the Jedi and Episode 1. And yes, when the recessional concluded guests were prompted to exit with the onset of the end credits music.
Guests were escorted to the adjoining reception area, where the theme continued. Our cake topper included Kenner Star Wars figures that we re sculpted, painted, and modified to resemble ourselves and our costumes. Droids stood by to guard the cake. Our centerpieces were water filled globes filled with iridescent "seaweed" and colored neon light-up sticks to resemble the dramatic underwater Gungan City from Episode 1. And because so many of our friends costume, we displayed large montages of photos taken over the years at various competitions, events, and gatherings. I managed to include at least one photo of almost every guest. The montage was a big hit. Our friend Tim Justice set up digital camera equipment and did souvenir photos for anyone wanting one during the evening. With all the people dressed up and in good spirits, this was a popular activity.
We were announced in with more Star Wars music, but then reverted to secular hits for the remainder of the evening. Because of the tie-in with the underwater city, we made sure to have plenty of bubbles on hand which were used liberally during our First Dance. We did not use a lightsaber to actually cut our cake, but we did pose with one as if we were, then switched.
Time passed all too quickly and soon it was over. We spent our honeymoon at Disneyland, the place our costuming group had been visiting when our romance officially blossomed.
Many of our guests told us it was the most fun they'd ever had at a wedding. It truly was a magical day for everyone, especially Michael and me.
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