Jillian Harris and Justin Pasutto have officially embarked on their forever journey, sealing their love with a wedding. The former 'Bachelorette' star and her snowboarding beau exchanged vows in an enchanting church ceremony on August 21st, followed by an exquisite, flower-adorned celebration at their West Kelowna farm in British Columbia two days hence, encapsulating a "dreamy and romantic" ambiance.
"After meticulously planning for eight years, we decided it was time to make our fairy tale a reality," Jillian revealed in a recent interview with People. "It's a dream come true, straight out of a fairy tale. I'm overjoyed that we waited this long, allowing us to meticulously orchestrate the perfect day we've always envisioned."
Indeed, the couple, who got engaged during a magical Christmas in 2016, curated a traditional ceremony at the very church where Justin's parents tied the knot. As "Pachelbel's Canon" melodiously echoed through the air, played by Jillian's piano teacher, Judy Yamamoto, they walked down the aisle together.
A few days later, their cherished friend, Warwick Andrews, presided over a second ceremony amidst their friends and family. Among the five breathtaking dresses Jillian donned throughout their wedding festivities, one had a particularly sentimental history.
"I fell head over heels in love with that dress years ago," the 45-year-old reminisced. "Originally, it featured long sleeves, but we customized it to suit our vision. However, as time passed, my affection for it waned, and it remained at Candé Bridal for seven long years."
"When our wedding date was set in stone, I embarked on a quest for a new dress, but to no avail," she continued. "Adriana encouraged me to try on the original dress once more. Reluctantly, I agreed. The moment I slipped it on, surrounded by my cousins and daughter, tears streamed down my face as I realized it was still 'the one'."
Their flower farm-themed wedding was a blend of tradition and personal touches. Jillian and Justin, who share the adorable children Leo, 9, and Annie, 6, exchanged timeless wedding vows. An Italian-themed rehearsal dinner honored Justin's Italian heritage and Catholic background.
"We invested countless hours in customizing the liturgy to ensure it felt unique and personal to us as a couple and a family," Jillian shared. "Justin is Catholic, while I am not, and I was apprehensive about that aspect. It was crucial for us to infuse it with meaning."
To add an extra layer of magic to their big day, the couple hosted their ceremony on their own lakeside property, transforming it into a "timeless, elegant, and luxurious" venue beyond their wildest dreams.
"Over the past two years, Justin has worked tirelessly to restore the property, replanting trees, shifting soil, cultivating grass, irrigating, and managing the team," the reality star enthused. "He has dedicated the last year of his life to turning my wedding venue dreams into a reality."
