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Joey & Stephen: A Garden Wedding in Sedona, AZ

Joey was working as a sound effects assistant when she met Stephen, who was working on sound design for a movie. She immediately felt a connection to

Joey was working as a sound effects assistant when she met Stephen, who was working on sound design for a movie. She immediately felt a connection to him. The two started dating soon after their first meeting, and eight years later, they decided to get married. The Bride Joanna (Joey) Laurent, 34, audio-video engineer The Groom Stephen Kearney, 44, software developer The Date October 13 Because Joey’s family lives in Phoenix, the couple decided to celebrate their nuptials in nearby Sedona. Because it would be a destination wedding for guests, they came up with a travel theme for their wedding day. The details for the day were complete with vintage paper airplanes and stamps for inspiration.

The paper airplane escort cards correlated with the tables, which were named after famous hotel baggage labels.
Lush greenery tied with red ribbon lined the aisle.
Joey looked elegant in a strapless, mermaid-style gown by Monique Lhuillier. A layer of ivory French lace was layered over champagne silk. In honor of her great grandmother, she wore her filigree bracelet and crystal chandelier earrings.
White and green paper airplanes tied with green ribbon hung from a line. Each one led the guest to their table on the flagstone patio.
Tables draped in teal, green, and white linens sat on the flagstone patio surrounded by natural greenery and a stone wall. Beautiful paper lanterns lit up the outdoor space.
Joey and Stephen exchanged handwritten vows in a meadow overlooking the creek. Three readings and a special family blessing personalized the intimate event.
Cascading rust and gold lilies encircled the three-tiered lemon cake with buttercream frosting
The paper airplane escort cards correlated with the tables, which were named after famous hotel baggage labels.
Inspired by the fall season, Joey carried a large bouquet of yellow, orange, and red blooms, including orchids, hydrangeas, and magnolias.