Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively's Wedding Was Straight Out of a Nicholas Sparks Movie
Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively are one of Hollywood's biggest couples, but their 2012 wedding was incredibly under-the-radar. Even though they were secretive about their nuptials and made sure no details leaked to the press leading up to the big day, they still managed to pull off a ceremony that was straight out a romantic movie (literally). But we wouldn't expect anything less from the picture-perfect pair. As they get ready to celebrate their five-year anniversary this year, see the sweetest details about their wedding ahead.
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Martha Stewart Had a Hand in the Wedding
Can you imagine what it would be like to have your "idol" be a part of your wedding day? Blake Lively can. While Tara Guérard, who previously worked for Martha Stewart, took on the official title of wedding planner, the lifestyle guru and her editors at Martha Stewart Weddings got the exclusive on Blake and Ryan's big day with a few stunning snaps.
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The Setting Was Straight Out of a Nicholas Sparks Movie
Turns out Ryan Reynolds's wedding has a fun connection to Ryan Gosling. The pair tied the knot at Boone Hall Plantation in Charleston, SC, which famously appeared in the movie adaption of Nicholas Sparks's novel The Notebook.
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Blake's Dress Matched Her Sparkling Personality
While Ryan wore a handcrafted Burberry suit, Blake's Marchesa gown featured a fitted bodice, crystal beading on the shoulders, and rose-gold embroidery.
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It Was an Intimate Affair
Blake and Ryan reportedly only had 35 guests on hand for their "I dos." They even had friends and family sign nondisclosure agreements and confiscated cell phones ahead of the ceremony.
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Florence Welch Serenaded the Couple
Blake's good friend British singer Florence Welch serenaded the newlyweds with three songs.
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They Weren't Officially Husband and Wife Until 5 Days After Their Wedding
The couple got married on Sept. 9, but according to their official paperwork, weren't officially husband and wife until five days later. In order to pull off such a secretive wedding, they waited until after their nuptials to apply for a marriage license.