The vision was simple: sparkling sunlight, vintage heirlooms, and loved ones all around. And sure enough, that starting point turned into the kind of pretty-filled, whimsical wedding that’ll leave you smiling from ear to ear. Poppy and Clover whipped up blooms for the occasion and Rose Wheat Photography didn’t miss a beat. Click here for sooo much more!
From the Bride… When Drew and I first began planning our wedding, we knew we wanted to accomplish three things: 1) have an outdoor ceremony with sparkling sunlight, 2) include vintage family heirlooms in the decor and 3) surround ourselves with family and friends to celebrate all day long. The inspiration for the entire event was “vintage glam” and “wanderlust.” We wanted it to be whimsical, creative and lovely.
The ceremony decor included a stained glass bay window (circa 1890 England that we found in a stained glass warehouse in Arkansas) that served as an altar. I loved the concept of bringing the traditional-ness of a church wedding to the all-natural outdoor venue via the stained glass. The grey tuxes, bridesmaid dresses and flowers were all selected to coordinate with the beautiful, outdoor wooded ceremony site.
Other than renting the linens and table runners, all of the reception center pieces were made using glassware, vintage teacups, pitchers, etc. that belong to myself, my mother and grandmother. We purchased wholesale fresh flowers through our florist (Poppy and Clover) to save on costs as well. The chandelier was made using a vintage wagon wheel, DIY hand-dyed coffee filter flowers, crystals and branches from trees in our yard. One of my favorite little touches was the 1930’s vintage cake topper, which we found at The Potting Shed in Chelsea, MI while visiting my grandmother. Homemade pralines, made by my Texan grandmother, were the perfect way to share my Texan heritage as a party favor to guests. The wedding love bird logos was created by our fabulous event planners at Barn Door Events. We utilized the logo on our invitations, programs and was lit-up on the dance floor for our first dance!
Our wedding day will always be my favorite day, and one that I wish I could re-live over and over again. Every little detail – from my great-grandmothers teacups on the tables, to the soft flowy ribbons lining the ceremony aisle chairs, or the soft glow of the twinkling lights streaming from the barn rafters — truly made the day a fairytale.
Photography: Rose Wheat Photography | Wedding Planner: Barn Door Events | Floral Design: Poppy and Clover Floral Design | Wedding Dress: Alfred Angelo | Wedding Cake: 3 Women and an Oven | Catering: Affordable Catering | Hair & Makeup: Classically Chic Designs By Leslie | Barn: The Barn At Schwinn Produce Farm | Dj + Lighting: Your KC DJ | Rentals: Ultrapom