When Zoë + Owen first moved to Edmonton, Canada they went on a date to see a small bluegrass concert on the High Level Bridge Streetcar. They were falling in love with their new home city, and this total time machine of a vintage streetcar was beyond romantic. How fitting, then, that when they tied the knot they returned to the beyond-charming site of their first date in Edmonton and got married right there on the High Level Bridge Streetcar!
It was important to Zoë + Owen that their intimate wedding day be created completely out of handmade and vintage details, and our minds are totally blown by the fact that Zoë KNITTED HER OWN WEDDING DRESS. By hand. Without a pattern.
“From start to finish, this day was just so personal to the couple,” says photographer Kassia J. “The entire day felt like a love letter between the two of them, to each other, and to the city they love.”
“The dress was a massive undertaking,” says the couple. “Zoë does a significant amount of knitting but mainly Scandinavian style colour motifs. For the dress she decided to use Japanese style cable work with Shetland lace for the top and trim.” We LOVE that combo of different textures! Totally in awe that Zoë dreamed this up without a pattern.
“She finished the dress only three weeks before the wedding, although she was confident she was going to make the deadline!” Zoë + Owen say. “This was also the hardest part of our kind of tight timeline (8 months, got engaged in February) for the wedding.”
Owen’s blue suit is bringing so much rich color with the plaid vest adding a touch of vintage flair. Shop the Kentford Linen Silk Navy Suit from Indochino for a similar look!
We love to see dried floral bouquets like Zoë’s!! Such a perfect way to have a memento of your wedding day that you can keep for ages.
The First Look
Take a peek at the Park Novelty Open Knit Dress from Reformation or the Floral Appliqué Crochet Dress from & Other Stories if you’re loving Zoë’s knitted look but maybe aren’t as gifted with a pair of knitting needles as she is.
Zoë + Owen chose to have their first look in a park near their home that they often walk through, and we can’t get enough of the dreamy Fall foliage. Check out our collection of 45 Fall wedding ideas for the dreamiest autumn vibes if you’re thinking of tying the knot as the leaves start to change.
The Ceremony
Zoë + Owen chose to have only a handful of their nearest and dearest onboard the streetcar with them when they tied the knot. Take a look our 13 tips for success on how to plan an intimate wedding if you’re into the idea of a micro guest list like Zoë + Owen’s.
Sorry, we still can’t get over the fact that Zoë MADE this dress!! Zoë’s creativity reminds us of this eclipse wedding where the bride made her own shimmery gold dress and the crochet wedding dress in this 70’s mod-inspired editorial.
Our Musical Choices
ProcessionalNo need for a processional on the streetcar!RecessionalNo recessional either!First Dance"September" by Earth Wind and Fire. (We love that song and wanted something upbeat to show off our swing dancing.)
If saying “I do” somewhere totally unforgettable (like a vintage streetcar for example…) is a planning priority for you, explore our list of 7 things to consider before booking a non-traditional wedding venue.
Our Advice
It’s your wedding! Do what you want with it and don’t be scared to embrace or discard traditions.
Check out the White Platform Cone Heeled Pumps from Shein if you’re loving the vintage silhouette of Zoë’s wedding heels!
Our Favorite Memory
Crying and laughing during our vows out over the North Saskatchewan river with our closest family and friends was the most memorable moment.
Congrats, Zoë + Owen!! Your intimate streetcar wedding was the definition of vintage romance. GWS wishes you two all the best!
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Photography: Kassia J Photography // Venue: High Level Street Car
