A Love Worth Waiting For: Kay & Pete

Kay and Pete’s wedding at Elmley National Nature Reserve was a beautiful celebration of a love story that came full circle. From a sweet teenage connection to a day filled with meaningful details, a rainbow-filled sky, and Kay in her Studio Levana Marilyn gown, their wedding was full of heart.

Kay and Pete first knew each other back in the 90s, when Kay was 15 and Pete was 18.

 

Back then, Pete used to cycle up a massive hill just to see Kay after school. Life took them in different directions for a long time, but when they found their way back to each other, everything came full circle. 

Kay and Pete celebrated their wedding at Elmley National Nature Reserve, a beautiful setting for a day filled with so much meaning.

One of the most beautiful details from their wedding portraits was the rainbow that appeared, making the day feel even more special. It was one of those unforgettable moments that could not have been planned, but felt completely perfect for their story.

Finding the dress became a meaningful part of Kay’s wedding journey. She discovered her gown at Heavenly Bodies Bridal, where she found the Marilyn ,the dress that would become part of such a special day in her and Pete’s story.

Kay shared that her experience with Studio Levana was amazing, and she especially loved the ability to add features like pockets. On the wedding day, those pockets came in handy not just for tissues, but also for her microphone.

“I wholeheartedly believe the universe saw me struggling and sent me the sweetest most patient and kind and selfless person I could have asked for.”

 
 

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Kay and Pete shared that they have a long bucket list and, having waited so long, will be planning some travel and adventures together.

 

Wedding team

Florals – Blooming Retired Beautiful Flower and Miz Chesty
Venue – Elmley Nature Reserve
Photography – Jeff Oliver Photography
Videography – In Verve Studio

Disco Ball – Vowed and Amazed
Bridal Boutique – Heavenly Bodies Bridal

Bridal designer – Studio Levana 

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