Wedding | Hannah & Jackson

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Tell us a little about yourselves!

We were both born and raised in China and attended college in the US, albeit at different schools on the east and west coasts. After graduating and working in NYC and Shanghai, we both relocated to Hong Kong for work a few years later. We connected through a dating app and immediately hit it off.

A little over one year into our relationship, Jackson was offered an opportunity to relocate to Sydney with his work, and Hannah was also considering making some changes in her career around that time. That prompted us to start talking about our future in the longer term. We officially got married in HK Nov 2024, moved to Sydney Feb 2025, and had our destination wedding in Krabi Dec 2025.

Why did you decide to get married where you did?

We chose Krabi, Thailand, for our destination wedding because Thailand is the map of our milestones - it’s where we took our first trip as a couple and where Jackson proposed. We held the ceremony against a backdrop of the sea and an ancient cave. For us, it was the perfect metaphor for a relationship: the sea represents the adventure and romance we crave, while the cave symbolizes the warmth, safety, and permanent guardianship we provide for each other.

How many guests did you have?

Tell us about your outfits.

Hannah picked out her dress from a local boutique in Sydney. Jackson’s suit was a gift from Hannah and they had gotten it tailor-made in Shanghai via an in-person and a few virtual fittings.

What was the most important aspect for you, in terms of planning your wedding?

Authenticity over tradition. Having already been legally married in Hong Kong a year prior, we felt zero pressure to follow a “standard” script. The most important thing was that every moment felt like us. We didn’t want a performance; we wanted a shared experience with the people who have been the pillars of our lives. We prioritized deep, meaningful interaction over typical wedding tropes, ensuring the day felt as “unfiltered” as we are. We had MC’d the wedding ourselves, there was no ring-exchange and we did a time capsule instead.

Were there any elements that were important for you to incorporate?

We believe that marriage isn’t about two becoming one, but about two independent, complete souls choosing to walk the same path, and we want to celebrate our commitment to each other along with our individualities and freedom.

That’s why we did something different with the bouquet: Since we believe happiness isn’t a “next in line” race, we ditched the traditional toss for a Jellycat bouquet—symbolizing a version of happiness that is playful, free, and available to everyone regardless of their relationship status. For the actual bouquet I had been carrying, I chose to share it with our two moms. My message to them was simple but intentional: May you always seek and find your own happiness first, before the responsibilities of being a mother, a daughter, or a wife.

Any tips for couples getting married?

Challenge the “Shoulds”: If a tradition doesn’t resonate with your values, cut it. You’ll feel much more present when you’re not acting out someone else’s script.

(Shanghai based custom suit shop) @Glenindivbespoke | Veil: Custom, made in China | Party Dress: Zara @zara | Engagement Ring: Custom | Wedding Rings: Handmade by ourselves in Hong Kong at Playback Concept @playbackconcept | Shoes: Onitsuka Tiger @onitsukatigerofficial