A Colorful English Garden Wedding at Crossed Keys Estate in Andover, New Jersey

“We wanted everything to feel like a big party in our backyard,” Kathleen Mooney (28 and a board game manufacturer) says of her laid-back wedding to K

“We wanted everything to feel like a big party in our backyard,” Kathleen Mooney (28 and a board game manufacturer) says of her laid-back wedding to Kevin Mulcahy (30 and a learning and development coordinator). The couple took inspiration from late-spring wildflowers, creating overflowing arrangements of bright blooms and scattering petals down the aisle, while hydrangeas, spray roses, delphiniums, peonies, mini carnations and lemon leaf greenery framed the walkway. Mismatched bud vases, Edison bulbs and custom signage brought boho flair. Kathleen and Kevin even ensured that color would follow them into marriage: At the ceremony, they planted a Japanese maple, whose leaves turn a vibrant red or orange in the fall. An ombré carnation backdrop marked the sweetheart table, along with jewel-tone vases and votives. Chocolate cake with cannoli filling and vanilla icing finished the meal, and paper lanterns hung above the couple as they danced to “Let’s Stay Together” by Al Green.

Personalized, Floral-Pattern Handkerchief
Boho Bridal Updo with Flower Crown of Delphiniums, Craspedia and Roses
Whimsical Wedding Party in Mismatched Summery Attire Posed Below Sign Hanging in Trees
Chalkboard Welcome Sign with Drawn Flowers and Summer Floral Arrangement
Casual Backyard-Style Ceremony Setup at Crossed Keys Estate in Andover, New Jersey
Colorful Flower Arrangement on Rustic Tree Stump and White Backyard Chairs
First Kiss in Front of Draped Wedding Arch at Crossed Keys Estate
Japanese Maple Tree Planting Ceremony
Natural Greenery-Illustrated Seating Chart on Rustic Wood Backdrop
Tented Neutral Reception Space with Colorful Paper Lanterns
Neutral Tablescape with Colorful Blooms in Bud Vases and Wood Rounds
Colorful, Rustic Sweetheart Table with Ombré Carnation Backdrop
Combed Buttercream Cake with Colorful Blooms and Cake Topper
First Dance on Wood Dance Floor Beneath Colorful Paper Lanterns