October 2, 2017 /
Classic Summer Wedding at Berg Event Space
Hello there!! We are SO incredibly excited that we’ve finally got a chance to share Brecklyn and Alex’s classic summer wedding at Berg Event Space with you! We have known these two sweethearts for years now, and were so excited for their wedding day! You see, we were able to be there when Alex proposed to Brecklyn. And it was a completely magical moment. You can check out more from their proposal and engagement session here.
But, when wedding day rolled around?! Holy cow. All of the emotions and excitement!! We’re not sure if you can tell, but we get to be pretty good friends with our clients by the time they get married. It’s one of our very favorite parts of our “job,” if you can even call it that. Which means, that come wedding day, our excitement level is super-crazy! Here are just a few of Alex and Brecklyn’s favorites from their wedding day. Okay, and maybe a few of ours as well. Enjoy!
Classic Summer Wedding at Berg Event Space
Getting Ready | Air BNB in Strawberry Hill
Instead of getting ready at t hotel like so many of our brides do, Brecklyn and Alex rented an Air BNB in Strawberry hill to get ready at. The perk? They got the whole weekend in the house. And it made for some crazy-cool, unique getting ready images. It also felt so much more homey than a hotel for all of their wedding party and friends. Isn’t this place the cutest?
First Look | The Nelson Atkins Museum of Art
Brecklyn and Alex knew they wanted to devote as much of their wedding day to photo time as they could. (Hello – that’s awesome!) To do that, these two wanted to do a first look. They didn’t necessarily care where, but trusted us to nail that spot down for them. Talk about pressure! But, after all of the planning and talking and scheming leading up to wedding day, we knew The Nelson was the perfect fit. Especially since Alex had hunter green accents. And, with Brecklyn’s gorgeous lace gown. First looks are always our favorite. And I would be completely lying if I said that I (Melissa) didn’t shed a tear when these two dear friends saw each other for the first time.
Wedding Party Pictures | The Nelson Atkins Museum of Art
Alex and Brecklyn’s wedding party met us at The Nelson for wedding party pictures a little bit after their first look. Don’t you just love the ladies’ gorgeous green dresses?! That color is so flattering on everyone! We had such a great time moving around the museum with this group. The highlight of everyone’s picture making time? Sadly, not one of Kyle’s bad jokes (JK). But instead, getting photo-bombed by a random dog just strolling through the grounds of The Nelson. I mean really – we couldn’t have planned this any better! And wouldn’t you believe it, this is one of Alex and Brecklyn’s favorite photos from their day? And of course it made it into their wedding album!
Wedding Ceremony & Reception Venue | Berg Event Space
After spending the afternoon with their wedding party at The Nelson we all headed to The Berg for the big moment. Brecklyn and Alex’s wedding ceremony. These two wrote the most heartfelt vows, which made their ceremony that much more meaningful. And, after their ceremony, cocktail hour and their reception! Now, we love wedding receptions. It’s always so fun for us to get to meet your friends and family, and hear stories from your past during toasts.
But, Brecklyn and Alex had a very special surprise during their reception. You see, the date they chose to get married on? Also Alex’s parents’ anniversary. In the weeks leading up to their wedding, Alex and Brecklyn snuck his parents’ wedding album out of the house and brought it to ours so we could create digital images and thus a slideshow from his parents’ wedding to be played during the reception. This was a complete surprise for Alex’s mom. And just after their dance, Alex’s dad made his way to the dance floor to dance with his bride. The slideshow started, and there wasn’t a dry eye in the entire venue. Talk about a great surprise!
Congratulations, Brecklyn and Alex! We’re so incredibly happy for you two! We can’t wait to catch up soon and to get your wedding album in your hands!!
To see more from Brecklyn and Alex’s Wedding, visit their full gallery here.
Brecklyn & Alex’s Wedding Vendor Team:
Wedding Ceremony & Reception Venue | Berg Event Space
Brecklyn’s Gown | Mikaella from Two Hearts Consignment
Alex’s Tux | Tip Top Tux – Leawood
Invitations & Paper | Wedding Paper Divas
Engagement Ring & Wedding Bands | Shane Company
Brecklyn’s Veil | Brenda’s Bridal Veils
Ceremony Music | Violetta Strings
Reception DJ | Jukeboxx Media – DJ Kevin
Florist, Cake, Catering | Hyvee – 95th and Antioch
Hair & Make-up | Chelsea Rich, Michlah Hamidani
Bridesmaid Gowns | David’s Bridal
Groomsmen’s Tuxes | Tip Top Tux – Leawood
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