Gathering under the warm glow of string lights and the canopy of a rustic barn, Chelsea and Parker celebrated their love in a chic and elegant way. The natural charm of the barn, with its exposed wooden beams and rough-hewn textures, provided the perfect backdrop for this charming couple’s celebration. With thoughtful touches like elegant floral arrangements atop rough-hewn wooden tables, and delicate lace textiles draped over vintage chairs, every detail was carefully curated to create an unforgettable evening. The ambiance was magical, with gentle candlelight flickering across faces, and the joyful laughter of guests mingling with the sounds of live music drifting through the air. From the beautifully personalized decorations to the delicious farm-to-table cuisine, every element of this rustic wedding was steeped in elegance and charm. It was clear that Chelsea and Parker had created the perfect wedding celebration that perfectly encapsulated their love and style.
How did you meet?
We both went to the same high school, but didn’t meet until we were 21 at a family friends house.
What is your proposal story?
At our hometown beach he got down on one knee and asked me to marry him! After tearfully saying yes he turned me around to all my friends and family running down the beach towards us and a photographer there to capture it all!
Tell us a little a bit about your wedding
On 31 acres of farmland, in a white barn with a neutral boho feel.
Tell us about your attire choices.
Had a dress change at the alter! Went from a massive white dress to a form fitting one
What was the most important to the two of you while planning? Was there anything that you chose to splurge on or skip?
Making sure our golden retriever was apart of our day.
What were your favorite parts of the day?
Walking down the aisle and making eye contact for the first time and not being able to hold back tears.
Tell us about your wedding flowers.
I, the bride, made them all custom my self. I wanted a pampas boho feel.
Please describe any DIY, handmade, or personal details.
All of the floral decor was made by the bride. The groom and bride made the large 4FT tall “LOVE” marquee letters together, the newspapers were design and printed by the bride, the wedding dresses were hand stitched/ altered by the bride(32 hours of work!)
Do you have any advice for couples planning their weddings now?
Make sure to set time aside to really take it all in with your husband. And don’t forget to eat!
