Shelby + Evan

The bride wore a glamorous fit-and-flare gown, the groom wore his Marine dress blues; the best man wore a Purple Heart.  Shelby and Evan’s wedding on July 30 was a celebration not only of their union but also their reunion following Evan’s return from war. The couple married two years ago in a simple courthouse ceremony just before Evan left for his second tour of duty, but they dreamed of the day they could celebrate their marriage with family and friends. And what a celebration! From the white chairs sitting amongst strewn petals on the green grass of Cedar Ridge Country Club’s 18th hole to the carefully restored 1934 Ford that took the couple away, it was absolutely gorgeous.

Shelby made old-school Hollywood glamour look easy. She loves a vintage look and the old Ford, beautifully restored by her dad, was a perfect place to grab some pre-ceremony glam shots.

The friends who helped Shelby get through these tough years waiting for Evan to return from Iraq and Afghanistan. Their pretty bouquets were created by Flowerplay.
Evan and his three groomsmen, each of them wearing the honors that testified to their service in battle, took turns helping each other button the thick collars of their Marine uniforms. They never stopped looking out for each other. It was a privilege to witness the brotherhood they had formed.

Harvey’s Purple Heart came after he was shot in the leg during a gunfight. Evan was one of the men who helped pull him to safety.Cupcakes by Nibbles  looked so good, guests couldn’t wait to sample them.  Cedar Ridge Country Club’s  banquet room glowed in warm candlelight.  DJ Connections kept the dance floor hopping, Evan and Shelby shared some cake-in-the-face fun and friends and family shared heartfelt toasts that brought lots of tears and smiles.

What a spectacular way to marry! Congrats Evan and Shelby on finally being able to celebrate together. ~ Kelly