An Arizona Wedding for Mr. and Mrs. Holmes
For Missy and Tyler’s wedding, we decorated our Piazza Toscana with tall white candles, greenery, and pink and white anemone and roses. The flowers’ subtle pink shade beautifully matched the bridesmaids’ flowy gowns, while the groomsmen (and the groom) kept it classic with black suits and bow ties. Missy was a vision in white, wearing a lacy Enzoani dress with a v-neck and a long, elegant train. It’s no wonder she took everyone’s breath away as she walked down the aisle!
The ceremony was a sweet, heartfelt affair. Both couples wrote their own vows, showing everyone in attendance just how deeply they care for one another. Melissa declared that, after nine years of romance, she “chose” Tyler, while he promised to give her his all forever more. Then before we knew it, it was time to congratulate the brand new Mr. and Mrs. Holmes and get the party started.
Inside the reception hall, guests were welcomed by a unique guest book — a wooden carving of Arizona, etched with the couple’s last name and wedding date. The reception kicked off with the couple’s grand entrance and their first dance: a rendition of “In Case You Didn’t Know” played by some family members. The newlyweds also shared dances with their parents throughout the evening; Melissa and her father danced to “My Little Girl” by Tim McGraw, while Tyler and his mother danced to “Long Day Coming” by Hal Ketchum.
Once it was time for dinner, the Holmeses and their bridal party settled in at their long head table, followed by the guests. Everyone munched on caesar salad, potatoes au gratin, steamed veggies, and grilled Tuscan chicken, then headed to the dance floor to work off those calories (with the accompaniment of a live band). Of course, all that dancing will work up an appetite, but Missy and Tyler were prepared with a dessert table of assorted cupcakes and a late-night mac n’ cheese station!
This night was filled with laughter and love, and the beaming smiles on Missy and Tyler’s face made everyone feel overjoyed.
Photography by: Jenn Wagner Studios