- Gauche Weddings
- Jun 12, 2025
- 4 min read
Updated: Nov 10, 2025
From the very first email, Alexandra and Vincenzo made one thing clear: they wanted their day to feel timeless, but their film to feel modern, cinematic, and full of movement. Their Mississauga wedding gave us the perfect canvas—sleek hotel suites, a light-filled church, a tree-lined park, and a reception space that transformed into a full-on celebration.
Getting Ready at the Hilton
The day started at Hilton Mississauga/Meadowvale, where the energy in Alex’s suite was already buzzing. Bridesmaids in soft lavender gowns gathered around as she stepped into her gown—clean lines, a long veil, and a train that moved like water every time she turned.
One of our favourite moments to film was the first look with her dad. The door opened, he stepped in, and for a second you can see him trying to take it all in—his daughter in her dress, bouquet in hand, veil catching the window light. It’s the kind of reaction we love building a film around: no script, no posing, just honest emotion.
Around the corner, Vince was having his own moment with his guys. Champagne glasses clinked, jackets were straightened, and toasts were made in the hotel suite. That short sequence—bowties, cufflinks, laughter, and a quick “cheers” before heading out—set the tone for his side of the story: calm, classic, and quietly excited.
These getting-ready spaces at the Hilton gave us clean lines and neutral tones, which let every emotion sit front and center on screen.
A Heartfelt Ceremony at St. Eugene Church
From there, everyone headed to St. Eugene Church for the ceremony.
Inside, the light poured in through high windows, glowing off the cream-coloured walls and polished floors. Vince waited at the front, framed by florals and the architecture of the altar. There’s a moment in the film where we hold on his face just long enough to see the anticipation—eyes fixed on the doors, a tiny smile he can’t quite hide.
When Alex finally appeared at the end of the aisle, veil trailing behind her, everything else blurred away. Guests rose, bouquets shifted into frame, and the sound of the processional wrapped around the whole space. It’s a scene built for a wedding film: layers of movement, music, and reaction woven together as she walked toward him.
Their vows and the quiet glances they exchanged up at the front gave us all the ingredients we love: emotion, storytelling, and a sense of place that feels distinctly St. Eugene.
Outside the church, the full wedding party gathered on the steps for portraits—lavender bridesmaids, classic black tuxes, and Alex and Vince right in the middle, stealing a kiss while everyone cheered around them. It’s one of those frames that says “we did it” without a single word.
Portraits on the Bridge at Charles F. Watson Family Park
After the ceremony, we headed to Charles F. Watson Family Park for photos and video.
The park’s wooden bridge, surrounded by layers of green, became our main stage. From above, Alex and Vince looked like they were in their own world—her train perfectly fanned out, his arms around her as they kissed at the center of the bridge.
We worked that space from every angle: wide, sweeping shots that showed off the architecture and trees, and then tighter, intimate moments where you can see the way they look at each other. The park’s paths and greenery gave us motion to play with, too—bridal party members walking past while Alex and Vince stayed locked in a kiss, creating that cinematic “time stands still for us” feeling.
If you’re planning portraits in Mississauga, Charles F. Watson Family Park is such a hidden gem—especially if you love a natural backdrop that still feels structured and design-forward on film.
An Elegant Reception at Mississauga Convention Centre
As the sun dipped, we made our way to the Mississauga Convention Centre for the reception—and this is where their film really shifts gears.
The ballroom was dressed in white florals, candles, and greenery, with the head table framed by flowers and soft draping. It felt modern and romantic at the same time, which is a sweet spot we always look for in reception spaces.
Their first dance was straight out of a movie. Low-lying fog rolled across the dance floor while cold sparklers shot up behind them, turning the room into a glowing, cinematic set. Alex’s dress caught the light with every spin, and Vince twirled her through the haze like they’d been rehearsing for a music video.
Guests watched, phones out, but the camera stayed focused on them—hands intertwined, smiling, laughing, leaning into each other like it was just the two of them in the room.
The rest of the night was a blur in the best way: heartfelt speeches, glasses raised, and a packed dance floor. All of those little in-between moments—hugs between family members, friends wiping away tears of laughter, Alex and Vince sneaking in quick kisses at the head table—became the heartbeat of their film.
Why This Day Works So Well on Film
Alex and Vince’s wedding is a perfect example of how thoughtful locations can shape a wedding film:
Hilton Mississauga/Meadowvale for clean, modern getting-ready footage
St. Eugene Church for a classic, light-filled ceremony
Charles F. Watson Family Park for romantic portraits on that striking wooden bridge
Mississauga Convention Centre for an elevated reception with plenty of room for design, lighting, and dance-floor energy
We leaned into movement, emotion, and transitions between these spaces so their final film feels like one continuous, unfolding story—not just a highlight reel.
If you’re planning a wedding at St. Eugene Church, Mississauga Convention Centre, or anywhere around Mississauga and want a film that feels cinematic but still true to who you are, we’d love to document it the way we did for Alex and Vince—quiet glances, big celebrations, and every moment in between.
