Some love stories are written quietly over time, while others unfold on the grandest of stages. For supermodel Ming Xi and entrepreneur Mario Ho, their long-awaited wedding was a beautiful blend of both.
Last June 1, 2026, the couple gathered family and friends at the iconic Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey in Normandy, France, for a celebration that felt less like a wedding and more like a love letter to the life they had built together.
Though legally married since 2019, Ming and Mario waited seven years to bring their dream wedding to life — transforming one of the world’s most historic landmarks into the setting for a deeply personal celebration of love, family, and commitment.
A Wedding for the History Books
Rising from the sea like something out of a fairytale, Mont-Saint-Michel has stood watch over the Normandy coast for more than a thousand years. Its towering stone walls, winding passageways, and centuries of history have welcomed pilgrims, travelers, and dreamers alike.
Yet on this day, history welcomed something new.
Ming and Mario are believed to be the first couple ever to exchange vows within the abbey itself, a milestone that added an extraordinary layer of significance to an already unforgettable occasion. Beneath soaring arches and ancient stone ceilings, they stood hand in hand, surrounded by loved ones, creating a moment that felt both intimate and monumental.
A Bride in Haute Couture
For her walk down the aisle, Ming embodied effortless grace in a custom Dior Haute Couture gown created exclusively for the occasion. Crafted from luxurious wild silk charmeuse, the gown moved with quiet sophistication, perfectly complementing the grandeur of the centuries-old abbey.
She completed the look with a spectacular 52-carat Graff diamond necklace, adding a touch of brilliance to an already unforgettable bridal ensemble. The result was a look that balanced regal sophistication with effortless modernity.
When Flowers Met Architecture
To bring softness to the abbey’s majestic interiors, renowned floral designer Kiana Underwood of Tulipina Design transformed the historic space with sweeping arrangements of blush and pink blooms.
Delicate flowers cascaded through centuries-old corridors, framed the altar, and breathed warmth into the abbey’s dramatic architecture. The result was a breathtaking contrast between old and new — a space where history and romance coexisted beautifully.
For Underwood, the project was equally meaningful. She later shared that she was the first florist ever to design a wedding installation within Mont-Saint-Michel, making the occasion a milestone not only for the couple but for the legendary venue itself.
Family at the Heart of the Celebration
Beyond the couture gowns and historic setting, it was the presence of family that made the day truly special.
The couple’s son and daughter took on the role of flower children, walking alongside their parents during one of the most meaningful moments of the ceremony. Their participation served as a touching reminder that this celebration was not simply the beginning of a marriage, but a tribute to the family they had already created together.
Amid the grandeur of the occasion, these quiet family moments brought warmth, sincerity, and heart to the day.
A Promise, Finally Celebrated
For many couples, a wedding marks the start of a new chapter. For Ming Xi and Mario Ho, it was the celebration of one already beautifully underway.
Seven years after officially becoming husband and wife, they gathered beneath the storied walls of Mont-Saint-Michel to honor not only their vows, but also the years of love, growth, and family that followed.
Blending history, haute couture, and heartfelt emotion, their wedding was more than a spectacular event — it was the fulfillment of a promise long cherished and finally celebrated, proving that some love stories are worth waiting for.
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