Garth Fisher & Jessica Canseco - A Home Wedding with Great Entertainment

Lots of women have been told by their mothers to marry doctors but what about a doctor who is also the star of a reality television show? Wouldn’t that make him an even better catch? Only former Playboy model Jessica Canseco can answer that question. After a six month engagement, Jessica said “I do” and married Garth Fisher, the plastic surgeon star of Extreme Makeover on ABC.

Garth and Jessica had been dating for about a year before their engagement in December 2006 at the home of a friend. When they decided to tie the knot, they decided to get married in their own home in Bel-Air with more than four dozen of their closest friends and family members in late June.

Seasonal Style

The wedding itself was everything you might imagine. The ceremony was held in a blossoming orchard overlooking the mountains and the ocean. Instead of the traditional white wedding gown, Jessica opted for ivory (a popular color choice for celebrity brides this season). The dress was satin and covered in plenty of hand-stitched details, including crystals and pearls.

As a sweet touch, Jessica’s mother walked her down the aisle and also served as her maid of honor. Garth and Jessica’s daughters from previous relationships served as the flower girls in the procession.

During the reception, all of the guests were treated to a one-of-a-kind performance by members of the famed Cirque du Soleil group. Some of the five performers were able to do their contortion routines in the couple’s pool.

Could You Have a Home Wedding?

While not as fabulous as some celebrity weddings, there was plenty to love about Garth and Jessica’s romantic and fun special day. And there are a few things you can learn from it, too.

For starters, never underestimate the appeal of a home wedding. You don’t need an orchard overlooking the ocean to have the perfect site for your wedding. Even the blandest backyard can be spruced up with some plants, trees, rented fountains, and maybe an arched trellis. Of course, you don’t even have to go outside. A small ceremony in your living room or great room would be a good choice, too.

If you want a home wedding, but you don’t really want it to be your home there are options. You’d be surprised how many people are willing to rent out their homes for special events. If you know of a particularly beautiful home or backyard where you’d love to have your event, approach the owner. Also consider any historic homes in your area. Many times these are available for rent for weddings.

Another great idea from Garth and Jessica’s wedding was the entertainment. Cirque du Soleil are amazing performers, but you don’t have to hire a professional troupe of highly paid contortionist to make your reception entertainment a hit. But don’t be afraid to think outside the box. Your only choices are not just a band or a deejay. Consider hiring magicians, comedians, dancers, or artists to provide entertainment for your guests. If you don’t want that type of entertainment, rent a bubble blower, set off fireworks, have a dove release, provide hot air balloon or helicopter rides, rent a carousel. Don’t limit yourself to what you think you’re supposed to have at your wedding reception. Pick something that will be fun and different.