It was love-love at this tennis-inspired pressed wildflower wedding

blue and white wedding

Rachel and Alex first met at a Halloween party in October 2020, where Rachel, dressed as Little Red Riding Hood and was captivated by Alex in a Spiderman costume. That night marked the beginning of a deep bond, leading to a heartfelt proposal in Arizona on New Year’s Eve in 2022. Their wedding at Parque Ridley Creek - planned with the help of The Calla Lily Event Planning and captured by Emily Wren Photography - was a celebration of this journey filled with love, joy, and personal touches that made the day uniquely theirs!

custom embroidered converse

Custom embroidered Converse

Custom converse set the tone for bride Rachel as she donned white high-tops with "Mrs. Day" embroidered on the side.

blue getting ready pajama sets

Sentimental wedding accessories

Rachel began her wedding day by slipping into a timelessly elegant Suzanne Neville gown. Her accessories were deeply sentimental, with her garter crafted from her mother’s wedding dress and her Nana’s handkerchief. This piece symbolized the support of the women in her life, making it a cherished heirloom.

blue wedding party attire

"Something blue" bridesmaids

Rachel's bridesmaids donned light blue dresses in a variety of styles, from one shoulder to v-neck, and everything in between. Alex's groomsmen donned a much darker blue suit from Sagets Formal Wear that created a classic blue and white look.

private vows

Private pre-ceremony vow reading

A private vow reading before the ceremony allowed Rachel and Alex to connect deeply before the festivities began. The intimate setting at Parque Ridley Creek made this moment especially emotional, setting the tone for a day filled with love and joy.

ketubah signing

Signing of the Ketubah

The signing of the Ketubah - made by Cut it Out Ketubah - brought both families together, with the document featuring personal elements like the Philadelphia skyline and images of their beloved dogs.

blue, pink, and white floral chuppah

blue pink and white chuppah

Lush blue and pink florals

The ceremony at Parque Ridley Creek was a grand affair, with the historic charm of the venue adding to the day’s elegance. Rachel walked down the aisle surrounded by lush floral arrangements by Fleurish Floral Design that reflected the joyful spirit of the day.

flower box wedding welcome sign

From day to night

As the day turned to evening, the celebration continued with a lively reception where guests danced, laughed, and shared heartfelt toasts.

tennis bracket seating chart

A bracket of "love"

For their seating chart, Rachel and Alex "seeded" their guests using a blue tennis-inspired bracket style featuring two vintage rackets accented with white, blue, and pink florals.

muted rainbow centerpieces

pressed flower table numbers

garden-inspired centerpieces

Touching reception highlights

The highlight of the evening was Rachel and Alex’s playful and touching dance to Taylor Swift’s "Love Story." From the emotional vows to the lively reception, Rachel and Alex’s wedding was a perfect blend of timeless elegance and personal touches, making it a day to remember!

pressed wildflower wedding cake

Pressed wildflower wedding cake

The newlyweds cut into a three-tier pressed wildflower cake from Peachtree Catering that sat atop a table with an arch of colorful florals surrounding it.

beaded reception dress