When they met at a house party in ninth grade, neither Nick or Keara was even thinking of marriage. But when fate brought them back together in 2016 while they were working out at the same gym, it became more of a possibility. Their first date included a Wild game and time in Rice Park. It was there they talked about their professions and love for their family.
One year later, the two headed back to Rice Park, this time Nick had another intention. He connected with both his and Keara’s family and everyone was in on the event. Keara’s mom met her for martinis at the Saint Paul Hotel and while the girls talked, Nick gathered the families out in Rice Park by the big blue Christmas tree. When Keara and her mother walked out of the restaurant and over to the tree, Keara found Nick on one knee with their families gathered around as Nick asked her to be his wife.
The two decided on a New Year’s Eve wedding in St. Paul at the Intercontinental Hotel. They both really wanted to spend as much time with family and friends as they could as well as take advantage of the snow and beauty of winter.
Keara wore her mother’s wedding dress that was altered by Alex from Frank Murphy and it fit her beautifully.
Keara’s gorgeous wedding ring from Kay was the perfect mix of modern meets classic.
Her bridesmaids all chose their own rose gold dresses from David’s bridal that highlighted each of their personalities.
Nick and his groomsmen all wore Tuxes and bowties from Men’s Warehouse for a classic winter look.
Hy-Vee created the beautiful classic white rose bouquets with greens as the florals for Nick and Keara’s day.
We headed over to Rice Park after their ceremony for a few night photos as the snow fell creating a fairytale like setting for all to ring in the New Year.
Friends and family danced and rang in the new year with Adan from Ambient Entertainment.
What an honor it was for me to spend the day with this kind and caring couple. Nick and Keara, thank you for allowing me to spend this last day of 2018 celebrating with you and your friends and family, it was a joy and honor!
Vendors for the day included:: Ceremony and Reception:: Intercontinental Hotel:: St. Paul Riverfront/ Hair:: Nicole McDaniel// Make-up:: Jessica Arnold// Florist:: Hy-Vee// Wedding Dress:: Bride’s Mother, but altered by Alex at Frank Murphy// Bridesmaids Dresses:: David’s Bridal //Rings:: Kay// DJ:: Ambient Entertainment// Baker:: Buttercream// Men’s Designer:: Men’s Warehouse// Bride’s Shoes:: Etsy // Catering:: Intercontinental // Second Shooter:: Audrey Nicole//
Weather it is the local coffee shop or the park that you met your soon to be spouse at, finding a spot that is sentimental to you can make all the difference in your engagement session.
