Alyssa and Cody’s November wedding was decorated in maroons, oranges, pinks, and reds — the kind of colors you’d find in a gorgeous Arizona sunset. Honestly, we couldn’t think of a better comparison, because their big day was beautiful from start to finish!
The wedding took place outside in our Plaza Toscana, which was decorated with greenery, a white aisle runner, and flower petals along the runner and floating in the fountain. The wedding party was dressed to impress: bridesmaids in long maroon gowns, Cody and his groomsmen in blue suits with maroon ties, and Alyssa was a vision in her white ball gown with a sparkly, lace bodice.
The ceremony was sweet and heartfelt, leaving many guests misty-eyed. Alyssa and Cody wrote their own vows and exchanged rings as a symbol of their love. Then, once the officiant had officially declared them wed (yay!), everyone moved indoors to start the party.
Alyssa and Cody kicked off the reception with their first dance as a married couple. They danced to John Legend’s “All of Me,” before Alyssa danced with her father and Cody danced with his mother. Then, everyone found their seats and settled in for speeches from the couples’ nearest and dearest — as well as a delicious meal of mixed greens salad, mashed potatoes, grilled vegetables, grilled chicken breast and sliced beef tenderloin.
There was plenty of warmth in the reception hall that night, as guests chatted, laughed, danced, and celebrated the love between Alyssa and Cody. While the celebration lasted into the night, it was clear that these newlyweds were “riding off into the sunset” to begin their life together after such a lovely wedding day.
Photography By: Leslie Ann Photography