The Dean’s Sweet Celebration

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Chelsea and Jake’s wedding was full of color, with peach, coral, and blue woven through their florals, cake, and reception design. A four-tier statement cake from Cake Me Happy, finished with cascading blooms, became one of the standout details of the day.

“Their cake was very tasteful, both in flavor and design, and our inspiration came directly from their vision,” shared Amy of Cake Me Happy. “They chose a marble cake with dark chocolate ganache for two of their tiers, and our most popular flavor combination, vanilla with raspberry filling, for the other two. Our favorite part was creating different buttercream textures for each tier, which added gorgeous layers of dimension to the aesthetic of the cake.”

But when they think back on their wedding, it’s not the décor that comes first — it’s the intentional moments they shared together.

“Our favorite wedding day memories were those special moments shared between just the two of us,” they said. “The first was our first look. All day-of anxieties immediately dissipated the moment we locked eyes. We knew the rest of the day would be smooth sailing from that moment forward.”

Their first look allowed time for portraits before the ceremony, creating space to slow down and enjoy the start of the day together.

Right after saying “I do,” they stepped away to share a private cocktail in the bridal suite.

“We cannot encourage enough including these kind of intimate moments in your big day, just the two of you.”

The celebration continued with live music from Bluewater Kings Band, closing the night with dancing and time spent with the people they love most.

For Chelsea and Jake, the day was about presence — making room for the moments that mattered and remembering to enjoy them together.

Diamond halo engagement ring displayed on coral pink dahlia bloom
Close-up of elegant floral arrangement with pink ranunculus, peach roses, white peonies, and lavender blooms
Wedding stationery flatlay featuring J & C monogrammed vow books, wax-sealed invitation, and rings with date August 15, 2025
Lace wedding gown with long train hanging in bright window of bridal suite
Bride in strapless lace ballgown with cathedral train posing in sunlit bridal suite
Smiling couple holding pastel bouquet in garden, bride lifting her gown's tulle skirt
Newlyweds in intimate moment on white patio, bride's lace train flowing across ground
Bride and bridesmaids in blue floral dresses holding lush bouquets with peach roses, pink dahlias, and blue hydrangeas
White lantern and woven basket centerpiece with peach rose on outdoor cocktail table
Bridal bouquet with coral roses, pink dahlias, blue delphinium, and white wildflowers
Framed bar menu displaying signature cocktails on white easel beside floral arrangement
Elegant white barn reception venue with vaulted ceilings, crystal chandelier, draped fabric, greenery installation, and round tables with cross-back chairs
Bright white reception venue with exposed beams, round tables with wooden cross-back chairs, and floral backdrop
Wooden ceremony chairs tied with sheer white fabric and greenery garland accented with pink and red flowers
Four-tier white wedding cake adorned with cascading orange, pink, and mauve fresh flowers beside champagne flutes
Table number 6 card with watercolor floral design displayed in wooden stand among candles
Bride and groom kissing beside vintage white Rolls Royce under white pergola
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