Backyard St. Cloud Wedding:: Kelley & Melanie

Valentine’s day is the busiest day of the year when you work in the flower industry. Melanie knew that she would be working late, and Kelley was scheduled to be in California with his family, so the two had decided on celebrating Valentine’s day together over a video chat later in the evening.

After the long, tiring day, Melanie returned home, put on warm sweats and got a text from Kelley asking her to go out to the shed to find her gift there. When she walked in, she was greeted with pink Christmas lights surrounding a card and a rose. She read the card and when she got to the end, she was instructed to turn around. Upon doing so, she found Kelley, in person, down on one knee and asked her to be his wife.

Melanie’s parents gifted her with the beautiful pearl earrings and necklace from Qatar. They paired perfectly with her white dress.

Their fairy tale engagement continued on a beautiful June day where the two were wed on Melanie’s parents property. Family and friends that gathered from all over the central Minnesota area to celebrate this beautiful couple. It was a gorgeous day for an outdoor ceremony and reception on the property.

Because Melanie and her family grew up where they had both their ceremony and reception, we utilized so many meaningful places.

Images By Karen created a beautiful up do for Melanie and her bridesmaids and the rings from Thurber Jewelers proved to be a perfect fit for Melanie and Kelley.

Melanie’s lace dress from Bridal Aisle Boutique was stunning when paired with the navy suits Kelley and his groomsmen wore from The Groomsmen Suits.com.  The girls wore periwinkle dresses from Bridal Aisle as well and the blooms from Stems and Vines Floral Studio (where Melaine used to work!) were full of stunning peony’s, roses and greens that popped when put against the dresses.

Catering by Jason provided a perfect meal for the outdoor evening and Shari McMullen provided the delicious cake for guest to enjoy during speeches.

Melanie and Kelley, congratulations to you, it was an honor to spend the day with you and your sweet families.  I wish you the best of luck as you travel to your next destination in life!!

Vendors for the day included:: Ceremony & Reception:: Private Residence // Hair:: Images by Karen//  Florist:: Stems and Vines Floral Studio // Wedding Dress:: Bridal Aisle // Bridesmaids Dresses:: Bridal Aisle //Rings:: Thruber Jewelers // Stationary:: Cold Spring Record // Men’s Ware:: The Groomsmen Suit// Catering:: CH Professional Catering // Baker:: Shari McMullen