Bohemian Beauty: Kate & Nick Edwards

Meet the Bride

Name: Kate Pauley

The Future: Mrs. Edwards

Age: 24

Dated Her Man: 7 months

Engaged: 3 months

Ring Cut: Flower- 1 center diamond and 8 smaller ones around it

Kate is a creative, free-spirited redhead who embraces all life has to offer. Her greatest accomplishments (thus far) include learning how to make a killer cup of coffee, discovering the beauty of weekend getaways, and marrying a man whose love for Jesus pushes her to be more like Christ. When Kate is not preoccupied with family, dear friends, and her dog, Otter—you’ll find her taking photos, working on the launch of her photography website or racking up points for a Platinum Pinkberry card (if such a thing existed). Native to the Lone Star State, Kate now lives in Los Angeles with her husband Nick. 

When asked, she answered:

What is the best part about planning the wedding? Knowing that all of the hard work would bring all of my favorite people together.

What is the worst part about planning the wedding? Feeling pressured to check something off the planning list every day.

What is something you’d do different? I honestly don’t think I would have changed much! Perhaps the flowers? I think I would have had more green, lush bouquets full of eucalyptus.  

Advice for Brides-to-Be? Say thank you to everyone, and say it again, and again.

What celebrity would you invite to your wedding and why? Sufjan Stevens, so he could have sang “Come Thou Fount” live, as I walked down the aisle.

The Celebration

On July 4, 2013 sparks flew hours before the celebratory fireworks. Early in the morning Nick whisked Kate away on a walk that would change their lives. The familiar trail had sentimental value for it was the same place Kate and Nick took a stroll just a few nights after they first met. In an intimate moment of solitude with no cameras and no people, Nick proposed. “It was exactly what I wanted,” says Kate. 

The newly engaged couple wasted no time making their way to the altar. Excited to start their lives together as husband and wife, Kate and Nick worked with a 3-month planning timeline. While a range of emotions ran high during the planning period, everything fell perfectly in place.

Kate and Nick wed on October 20, 2013 at the McCormick Home Ranch in Camarillo, CA. Soft hues of ivory, gold, peach, rose and sage blended together effortlessly creating an enchanting outdoor experience. The color scheme was also playfully incorporated into the bridal party attire—each bridesmaid was wearing a different style dress in a different color. After the procession of eleven bridesmaids, Kate walked down the aisle in a white vintage v-neck gown with ruffled sleeves. Joining her groom at the altar, surrounded by nature and the love of 200 guests, Kate and Nick pledged their lives to one another officially becoming Mr. & Mrs. Edwards. In true 21^st century fashion, the newlyweds took a selfie at the altar before the recessional.

After the ceremony, guests were escorted to an outdoor reception area on the same property where the simple bohemian atmosphere continued. Integrated into the décor were little quirks and details the couple requested to add personality. Food was an important element to Kate and Nick, so they served their favorite—In-N-Out burger with a side of salad and mac-and-cheese. The adoring newlyweds shared their first dance to the song Beauty by The Shivers and then joined their guests in the ultimate dance party. 

By the end of the night there was only one thing that captivated Kate and Nick more than the magical evening under the starts—and that was, each other. The celebration came to an end, but a life together has just begun.

Wedding Highlights

Date of Wedding: October 20, 2013

Number of Guests: 200

Wedding Colors: Ivory, Gold, Peach, Rose and Sage

First Dance Song: Beauty by The Shivers

Honeymoon Destination: Ireland

Best Wishes Mr. & Mrs. Edwards

Photos Taken by Floataway Studios

Guess What!

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