Angela and Warren were able to say “I still do,” in the historic Oliver Mansion Gardens this July! This blog post is long overdue, but hopefully I can do their day justice!

Angela and Warren’s story started a ways back. These two were teenage lovebirds whose paths went different ways for some time. It took a few rotations of the sun for them to reconnect via social media and rekindle what must’ve always been there from the start. An everlasting love.

I melted a bit when Angela shared that vow renewals were something she would like to do often. And after spending years apart before writing their fairytale, I can’t blame her! She has earned a million “I still do!” moments. Set in the fairytale-like gardens at the Oliver Mansion, Angela was a dream in her beautiful ball gown with elbow length satin gloves, crystal clear heels and a cathedral veil. She was truly a princess as she arrived in a horse drawn carriage before making her entrance through the tunnel of ivy draped tresses to the pergola to join her man.

The bridal party consisted of Angela’s children and grandchildren, whom Warren has treated like his own. An extra special surprise awaited Warren once his bride joined him, and that was the reveal of just who would be officiating the ceremony. Warren’s sister was able to fly out for the special occasion and perform the vow renewal, which brought the biggest smile to Warren’s face when he realized who was making their way towards the pergola for the big moment.

After the ceremony, the crowd got comfy and got loose to tunes provided by D&T Productions. DJ Wayne knew how to keep the evening flowing with just the right music and did a beautiful job transitioning along from the first dance to dinner, cake, and so much more!

And speaking of cake…check out this beautiful three tier cake with cascading fondant drapery, gold lace and pearl trim, and floral accents of teal and ivory to match the days colors. This cake was absolutely beautiful and made by the incredibly talented crew at C’est La Vie Cakes in South Bend!

From bridesmaids rocking tuxes, to a chocolate fountain dream, and a beautiful historic garden….this vow renewal is one for the books. It was an honor to capture this day, this family, and this milestone for Angela and Warren. May your happily ever after continue on!