Bride Of The Week: Katherine McGregor

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Written By Kaileah Christine

May 10, 2021

Katherine McGregor's Lovely Wedding Day

Our #GL Bride of the Week is the stunning Katherine McGregor, who walked down the aisle in our Estee gown from the Fancy White collection. Katherine and her fiancé held their outdoor ceremony and reception at the luxurious Pelican Hill resort. In the following interview, Katherine shares with us how she kept her wedding day plans on track during the pandemic and the special moments she'll never forget.

"...I immediately had a feeling that Estee was the one."

Katherine

How did you meet your husband? Tell us a little bit about your relationship.

I met Andrew through my parents and church. I was away at UCLA when he moved to my hometown in Southern California. My family was hosting a backyard party for the church, and I was home for the weekend. The second I saw him, I immediately wanted to introduce myself to him.

After a few weeks of texting, he asked me out on our first date. When he came to pick me up, he brought a bouquet of flowers- sunflowers, which are my favorite. That has never happened to me before, and it was the moment I knew I wanted to marry him. He is genuinely the kindest human being on this planet. Andrew works with kids, so he has the patience and gentleness that very few have.

We have gone through a lot together. He took care of me when I got really sick in 2017 and was my rock when I was finishing up my degree. Even in hard times, we are always making each other laugh. When quarantine started, I was scared about everything happening in the world, but never fearful of Andrew and my relationship. We got even closer during that period and passed the time preparing for our marriage and learning to cook together. He was the best quarantine buddy.

How did you find your perfect dress?

I knew that I wanted to feel like a modern Grace Kelly on my wedding day. Galia Lahav perfectly encapsulates the mix of romantic, sexy, and modern, so I looked through their whole website for gowns that fit my description, or ones that could be customized to fit the look. The day Galia’s “Fancy White” campaign was released, I immediately had a feeling that Estee was the one. I did not want to try on any other designers, so I made an appointment at the LA flagship so that Galia’s team could walk me through the process.

I’m 5’2 and nervous that the gown would drown me; but the second Kara clipped me into the Estee, I knew that this was the dress I wanted Andrew to see me in. It was also clear to my parents, who were at the appointment, that this was my dress when they saw the smile on my face. I tried on two more dresses just for comparison- they were tempting, but the Estee was clearly my dress.

"I knew that I wanted to feel like a modern Grace Kelly on my wedding day."

Katherine

How was your experience with the Galia Lahav brand?

The process with Galia Lahav was a dream. Every step, from picking the gown to altering it, was so seamless and exciting. Kara and everybody were so kind and accommodating. They felt like friends by the end of my time there. I will miss everyone at the LA flagship, and will hopefully find an excuse to get another gown there one day. Kara and I both found out that we grew up in the same city, so I’m hopeful that I will run into her there.

What moment from your wedding will you never forget?

My mom and dad had their wedding in Mexico in 1991. Everyone tells us how amazing their wedding was, especially the mariachi band that played through the night. So, Andrew and I surprised our parents with an 8 piece mariachi band that played their first dance “Sabor a mi” as a special thank you. When the band appeared on the balcony, I made sure to watch my mom and dad’s reaction. Their faces were priceless. With tears rolling down her face, my mom turned to me and said, “this reminds me of my dad”.

"The process with Galia Lahav was a dream."

Katherine

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