Rich Colors and Cultural Nods in Modern Wedding at Hangar 21

Tina Ngo and William Chin’s wedding day was a vibrant tapestry of culture, love and personal flair. They began the day with an intimate Vietnamese tea ceremony at Tina’s family home, where Will’s family made a grand entrance with a feast of gifts and a whole roasted pig. It was important to the couple that they honor their ancestors with incense and tea offerings, a heartfelt tradition that set a joyful tone for the day. The industrial Hangar 21—a space the couple has adored for years—was transformed into a dreamscape with an abundance of hoi an lanterns flown in from Vietnam. “Since red is a lucky color in our cultures, we aimed to fill the venue with red through florals and lanterns and added pink to soften the look,” says Tina. The lanterns’ design was modernized by color-blocking the hues and adding in images of anthurium flowers. The highlight of the day was the couple’s grand helicopter entrance at the reception, a thrilling tribute to the countless flights they took during their long-distance romance. “Try not to leave your partner’s side during the day. Everyone is going to try and pull you in all directions, but when you look back on your wedding day, you want to be able to share in all the same memories,” says Tina. “Trust in all your vendors 100% to handle the nitty-gritty so that you can fully live in the moment with your partner. The day will fly by!”