From the Bride: I would like to think that most brides going into the beginning stages of wedding planning already have an idea in their head about the things they know that they have to have for their wedding. I, unfortunately, was not that bride. However, there was only one thing that I knew without a doubt that I wanted, and that was real flowers. I did not want fake flower bouquets or accent pieces. I wanted real flowers, and I wanted as many as I could get.

Living in Elizabethtown, everyone knows that the absolute best florist in town is Denizen. Olivia is the sweetest girl in person, but her work is literal ART. And I was so so happy and excited and completely privileged to work with her. I knew I wanted a hanging floral installation in the center of the room. I wanted a showstopper, but one that also went with the overall theme and decor. It was beautiful. 15 feet of beautiful. And it was even better than I had envisioned in my head.

We danced our first dance to “Forever and Ever, Amen” by Brent Morgan

Bride’s Advice: Secure a wedding planner BEFORE you start getting into the thick of planning. It can very quickly become overwhelming, and your planner will be an invaluable resource to help guide you, reassure you, assist you, clarify any and every question you may have, and be the most solid entity that you have in your corner (other than your fiancé, of course).

Julia + Wesley's Guston Wedding