Caitlin and Stephen’s Romantic Wedding at Eden Gardens

If James Bond married a Disney princess, it’d probably look something like Caitlin and Stephen’s romantic Eden Gardens wedding! Fun fact: Stephen is my (not-so-little) baby cousin, so it was a huge honor to capture him tying the knot with Caitlin. These two are some of the kindest souls and have so much love for each other. Their wedding day at Eden Gardens State Park truly felt like a fairytale, and it was so much fun to have both families together for this elegant black and white affair!

The venue was near and dear to the couple because it’s where Stephen’s parents got married years ago. Can you guess who their flower girl was? Yep, baby Jessi! I still have memories of walking down the aisle in my floral dress in absolute awe of how truly gorgeous my cousin Julie (Stephen’s mom) was. She and Stephen’s dad, Jim, have both since passed, and we miss them so much. I know they were watching over all of us on this special day, though. Stephen and Caitlin did an incredible job honoring them throughout the nuptials and I know his parents would be so proud of the man he’s grown up to be and his decision to marry Caitlin, a certified boss babe.

Rose & Co. Flowers knocked it out of the park with the florals, which were timeless and elegant. Of course, Caitlin was an absolute vision in her Margaret Ellen Bridal gown with hair by Ali Vei Salon and makeup by Celeste Luxe Makeup. The dreamy outdoor ceremony featured chairs from 850 Event Rentals, including two special spots reserved for Julie and Jim.

After officially becoming Mr. and Mrs., everyone headed to The Ocean Club Destin for the reception. White Sands Weddings was there taking video of the entire affair, and everyone had a blast dancing, chatting, and laughing the night way. It was a beautiful wedding and I’m so grateful I got to be a part of it!