Katie & Kevin in Marion, MA

Kevin Carr’s Central Park proposal to Katie Richardson helped to personalize their wedding, which took style cues from a maple leaf motif, and the colors green and white. The Bride Katie Richardson, 29, bankruptcy attorney The Groom Kevin Carr, 30, director of investment operations The Date August 20 When Katie Richardson and Kevin Carr met at a Manhattan rooftop party, friendly banter ensued between the two over the correct pronunciation of the word syrup. Little did they know that this minor tiff would play an important role in their wedding years later. For his proposal, Kevin got down on one knee in front of a fountain in Central Park -- the site of their first date. The NYC Parks Department's symbol –- the maple leaf –- was a natural motif choice for the invitations, favors, and wedding cake.