Wigwam Arizona Wedding: Gregg + Kay

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Two summers ago in 2015, Gregg was in his element coaching a team. All the while, Kay was in dental school while working as a waitress on the side. One evening, Gregg happened to step into the very restaurant Kay worked at for just another coaches night of rest over a beer. They met and felt an immediate chemistry with an easy flow to their conversation. They met shortly again following that night and continued to grow closer together and more in love. They would describe themselves as two very unlikely people to have met since one is from South Dakota and the other from California. Opposite personalities, but complimenting each other well, Gregg and Kay make a great team and will now be a powerful, unified married couple.

To see their proposal and engagement story at Papago Park, click here.

Thank you to Gregg and Kay. Kay, I appreciated witnessing Gregg see you for the first time as the woman he is going to love and cherish, unconditionally for life. From his raw emotion and depth, it was a blessing to see. It was an honor to be apart of the  significance of this day for your new growing family, to see Khia gaining a father and Gregg gaining a daughter. Kay, your first look with your father, who had so much joy in his emotions, was priceless. Gregg and Kay, thank you for trusting me to capture your wedding memories. I am excited for you to see all the photos, but until then, here are my favorite highlights of the day you two proclaimed and promised to each other to love as husband and wife.

A hidden, vibrantly beautiful, destination location for their wedding day setting at the Wigwam Resort.
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Two beautiful girls getting ready for their big day. Kay’s daughter, Khia is gaining a Father, while Kay is gaining a husband.
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Delicate notes of decadence with a touch of blush. Did you know your sense of smell is the strongest sense tied back to memory? This is why it is so common to select a one of a kind perfume for your wedding day, so from that day forward, one smell of that perfume, and all your wedding day memories come flooding back!
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A dazzling ring to represent their unending commitment to each other.
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A pair of golden Jimmy Choo shoes making their stellar appearance for the day.
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An elegant lace top with a breathtaking silhouette, wedding gown fit perfectly for Kay, our bride.
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The button up along the back of her dress made for a sweet intimate moment with her mom. Moments after, she gets a first look with her father that will make any heart sing for joy.
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Kay is a loving and great mother for her daughter, Khia. It was precious to witness their playful and close relationship blossom during such an exciting time as this!
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The groom’s accessories are all tidied up and ready for action.
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Gregg takes some time to be with his parents while they get ready.
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The groom is ecstatic over his new gift while anticipating the time running down until he sees his beautiful bride.
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A sharp Vera Wang suit fitted for the dashing groom.
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She quietly takes one last breath as she stands behind the whispering trees in the secret garden. She waits for the “okay” and slowly walks out to catch the eye of her beloved for the first time as bride and groom.
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They embrace with tears of overwhelming joy.
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It was so evident to see how Gregg loves all the caring and loving characteristics of Kay’s personality.

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Now for the embrace of his new daughter, welcoming into his arms, taking her in as his own.
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There were touching and beautiful raw moments that unfolded as this family grows bigger with their new marriage.
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It is possible to have a marriage and not have love, but for Kay and Gregg, their marriage and love go hand in hand. It is a choice to have both love and a marriage as one, and that is what they chose on this day. For Kay, she loves Gregg’s kind and passionate soul.
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She also loves Gregg’s silly personality and how he can make her laugh. Laughing is so good for us. It is a good reminder when life gets serious and busy, to take time out, and live in that child-like wonder and awe that can be so refreshing.
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Simple is always better. Kay and Gregg know even just a simple kiss communicates pursuit, connection, and care.
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The bridal party joined the two to bring on the celebration!
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The precious bridesmaids were willingly there with open hands to help their bride however they could. That is what true friends are, sacrificial beyond themselves.
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There is so much bridal beauty going on for Kay in her gorgeous gown from Bridal Boutique of Arizona. From head to toe, she simply looks amazing. The joy in her heart radiates through her smile.
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So many pretty things. Peonies, garden roses, and eucalyptus all in one bunch for utter elegance.
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Her glistening hair piece, lightly held back parts of her golden locks to show off all her naturally beautiful features.
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Soft, sweet, and gentle features accented the wedding atmosphere, setting the tone for the lovely day.
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The groom stands along with his best mates who support him and trust him with their friendship.
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The handsome groom smiles ear to ear for a very good reason.
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A wooden canopy covered in real greenery, marked by two big floral arrangements in front and lanterns down the aisles, to create a warm welcome to the guests at the Wigwam Resort.
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Many out-of-town guests enjoyed their evening as a fun date night to celebrate love. The Wigwam Resort offers the convenience of having the wedding at one location while offering guests the feeling of a paradise vacation.
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A quick glance that caught the grooms’ parents soaking in the moment.
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Taking time to read 1 Corinthians 13, the verses that describe what it is to love well.
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“You may now kiss the bride.” They share in their first kiss as husband and wife.
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A roar of applause, laughter, and cheer of congrats to the newlyweds, taking their time down the aisle.
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Sunlight, sun bright, two love birds are settling in nice and close for their sunset portraits.
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The sweet aroma of passionate love exudes from Gregg and Kay’s love story. May we all continue to choose our spouses every day from our wedding day on.
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Kay surprised her hubby with a long darling veil to wrap around themselves.
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For their reception, they used the lanterns from the ceremony for their centerpieces combined with the bridesmaid bouquets. Uplighting was a beautiful choice for the optimal photography lighting.
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Simple and elegant describes their wedding cake. It had three different flavors for each tier. Chocolate fudge, Italian cream, and Red Velvet. Fresh florals were perfectly placed on the edges by Frosted Art Inc. by Elizabeth Koo
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Many thanks to the wedding creative team who helped in the celebration of two souls committing the promise of forever:

Ceremony Venue: Wigwam Resort

Reception Venue: Wigwam Resort

Photographer: April Maura Photography

Wedding Planner: The Bride

Caterer: Litchfield’s at the Wigwam Resort

Florist: Flowers by Jodi

Dress: Bridal Boutique of Arizona

Make-up/Hair: Roxie Gruber

Bride’s Jewelry: reception hairpiece Bridal Boutique of Arizona

Bride’s veil: Bridal Boutique of Arizona

Bride’s Shoes brand: Jimmy Choo

Bridesmaid dresses (store): David’s Bridal

Groom’s attire: Vera Wang

Groom’s cufflinks: Men’s Warehouse

Groom’s bow-tie: Men’s Warehouse

DJ/Band: SKM Entertainment 

Guest’s favors: Donation to Phoenix Children’s Hospital

Wedding Cake: Frosted Art Inc. by Elizabeth Koo

Wedding Rings:  Groom – Jared | Bride – George Thompson Diamond Co.

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