Kaitlyn + Brandon | 04.19.25

Light Wedding Description & Love Story
Set against the stunning backdrop of the Desert Botanical Garden on April 19, 2025, this wedding was a romantic, sun-drenched celebration of place, purpose, and personal touches. The couple, who got engaged during Arizona’s vibrant superbloom atop Tom’s Thumb in April 2023, drew inspiration for their floral-forward color palette from that unforgettable moment. “Since most of our family and friends are
from the East Coast and have never visited Arizona, we wanted to immerse them in an Arizona-style wedding,” the bride shared. “It was a crash course Arizona experience so they could see why we love it out here so much.” To bring that vision to life, the couple thrifted vintage oil lamps and cigar boxes from across the country, infusing each table with character and warmth. Their design—executed seamlessly by NJ Event
Collective—balanced desert elegance with nostalgic charm, pairing golden hour lighting with vibrant, textural blooms from Stoddard Florals. The bride stunned in a sleek Evie Young gown from Luv Bridal, tailored to perfection by The Heart Centered Seamstress, while the groom kept it timeless in a classic tux from Men’s Wearhouse. Guests
dined al fresco under the desert sky, surrounded by thoughtful details and authentic Arizona ambiance—a wedding that was both a celebration and a love letter to the landscape that brought their story full circle.

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Photographer: Anna Pauline Photography

Venue: Desert Botanical Gardens 

Catering: Artisan by Santa Barbara Catering

DJ: Starz Entertainment 

Florals: Stoddard Floral and Co.

Rentals: Event Rents 

Cake: A. Bake Shop 

Hair: Ideal Bridal AZ

Makeup: Makeup by Tatum G

Transportation: Dunn Tranport 

NJEC Planning Team: Niki, Jaime, Kate, Casey