90 Day Fiancé: Another way stars Josh McGuffey and Lily Huang said “I do” – and took their loved ones on a “dream trip through ancient China” on their wedding day.
The couple — who appear on Season 6 of the TLC reality series — tied the knot earlier this year on Jan. 26 in Huang’s native China at the GALLERIA Pink Castle Wedding Art Center in Hangzhou. Their glamorous wedding was shown in the show’s final episode on Monday, November 11. Huang and McGuffey welcomed 30 close family and friends to the celebration, which “recreated the wedding ceremonies of the prosperous Tang Dynasty,” they tell PEOPLE.
Josh McGuffey and Lily Huang pose inside the royal wedding venue.
馨馨 Xīn Xīn
In Fiancé of 90 days James and Meitalia star in a colorful, traditional Javanese wedding ceremony! (Exclusive)
“Lily is dreamy and romantic, so in addition to keeping everything traditional, she wanted beauty woven into everything,” says McGuffey.
Inspired by the golden age of China, they highlighted the color red — considered a symbol of happiness — throughout the decor. There were also dragon and phoenix designs surrounding the ceiling, adding a “mythical, traditional Chinese atmosphere.” “These elements allowed wedding guests to truly experience a dream journey through ancient China spanning thousands of years,” notes Huang.
:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():focal(753x664:755x666)/90-Day-Fiance-The-Other-Way-111124-07-c053c9c28b4548b5893cdfe49efef33a.jpg)
Josh McGuffey and Lily Huang’s wedding venue.
馨馨 Xīn Xīn
Their castle-like wedding venue provided the perfect backdrop for their royal theme. “It felt like we were having a wedding in the clouds because of the romantic and elevated design of the venue,” says Huang.
The couple also incorporated several Chinese traditions into their wedding ceremony. During the exchange of vows, they bowed to each other “as an act of mutual respect”.
“We also braided our hair to symbolize that we are bound to each other for life, and joined hands while sipping wine,” adds McGuffey, noting that it was not only a celebration of their love, but also a promise to each other to enjoy together. in the “sweet moments of life”.
:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():focal(745x512:747x514)/90-Day-Fiance-The-Other-Way-111124-04-74a217bb48854259bd7e8a6068d32236.jpg)
Lily Huang and Josh McGuffey wear traditional Chinese wedding attire.
馨馨 Xīn Xīn
The bride and groom wore wedding clothes that replicated the royal clothes worn by princesses and princes for their weddings during the Tang Dynasty. Huang walked to the altar to traditional Chinese music, paired with ceremonial drums.
After the ceremony, the newlyweds and their guests enjoyed a meal that included a variety of Chinese dishes with an emphasis on fish dishes. “Fish signifies new beginnings, abundance, prosperity and happiness in China,” notes Huang.
:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():focal(742x461:744x463)/90-Day-Fiance-The-Other-Way-111124-01-5a4060733cbc49eaa1df3aa8110a3529.jpg)
The newlyweds and their guests celebrate with drinks and prayers.
馨馨 Xīn Xīn
In Fiancé of 90 days Darcey Silva & Georgi Rusev Stars ‘Breathtaking Wedding’: All the Photos! (Exclusive)
Reflecting on their magical wedding day, the couple tells PEOPLE that it was “truly a dream come true.”
“We are so lucky to have good friends and family there to celebrate our love with us,” says McGuffey, whose brother Jarod traveled from the US to attend the wedding. “We were so excited to hold hands and put our love on display.”
:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():focal(714x410:716x412)/90-Day-Fiance-The-Other-Way-111124-05-13daf593f28845439f05eaff8f1c2426.jpg)
Lily Huang and Josh McGuffey share a sweet moment at their wedding.
馨馨 Xīn Xīn
For Huang, it was the first time she had the opportunity to introduce her current husband to many of her family members and friends in China.
Now the pair – who met on a language learning app – are looking forward to “growing old as partners” together. “I’m also happy to have a protector in Josh now,” adds Huang.
:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():focal(579x549:581x551)/90-Day-Fiance-The-Other-Way-111124-10-0c38d801f3ec4819974a738daff06c0a.jpg)
Josh McGuffey and Lily Huang pose together on their wedding day.
馨馨 Xīn Xīn
They plan to go on a honeymoon cruise before starting their life together in Hangzhou. McGuffey, who is from South Carolina, quit his job to move to China, where Huang is a successful businesswoman.
Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE’s free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.
90 Day Fiancé: Another way airs Mondays at 8pm ET/PT on TLC and carries on Max.
Categories: Trends
Source: HIS Education