“Some ships are made of wood, some ships are made of steel, but the best kind of ships are friendships.”

I may have messed that wording up a little, but we heard Kelli’s toast at least three different times on their wedding day! I love that Kelli & Zach had so many of their friends attend their wedding at the Muny Culver Pavilion and Windows on Washington. Kelli & Zach really put a ton of thought into making sure their friends and family experienced the best of St. Louis with a long cocktail hour, which allowed them to mingle.

There was so much joy and laughter all day long, and absolutely no emotions were held back! I loved that Kelli’s dad said the best moment of his life was opening his eyes during his first look with Kelli and seeing her as a bride. It was absolutely the sweetest moment, and one that I wish I could have shared with my dad.

I hope you two enjoy your teasers! Can’t wait to show you the rest!

An extra special thanks to my incredible friend, Nikki, who came in from Seattle to shoot this wedding with me, my awesome assistant, Amy, and the rest of our incredible vendor team!

Getting Ready: Four Seasons
Ceremony: Muny Culver Pavilion
Reception: Windows on Washington
Wedding Planner: Mr & Mrs Wedding Events
Makeup: Beauty by Whitney
Hair: House of Rogue
Florals: Accents Floral Design
DJ & Lighting: McMusic Events
Cake: Sarah’s Cake Shop
Linens: La Tavola
Pianist: David Becherer
Guest Transportation: JED Transportation
Bridal Party Transportation: Saint Charles Trolley
Pub Tables + White Chairs: All Seasons Party Linen
Gold Chivari Chairs: Amerevent
Chargers: Old New Borrowed Blue
Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas
Cocktail Catering: Bella Milanos
Cocktail Gelato: Gelato Di Riso
Officiant: Father Jim Halstead