Weddings Under Glass: Kayla and Tim

By Heather Poling

Tim and Kayla grew up in Erie in the same fifth grade class where Kayla was a self-proclaimed nerdy student while Tim was one of the popular kids. When they were 18, the couple went on some dates, but their lives moved in separate directions and they lost contact. Many years later, Kayla came across Tim while scrolling through Facebook and decided to message him. After a few messages that night, Kayla convinced her cousin to go to a bar where Tim was meeting friends. Kayla’s cousin said he witnessed true love at first sight that night as the couple’s eyes met and the crowd fell away!

After weeks of carrying around the engagement ring in his pocket, Tim was finally ready to ask the big question. They drove from Erie to Pittsburgh with Kayla thinking it was just going to be a normal night out with her sister and brother-in-law. After dinner, the group headed to Phipps and since it was early December, the winter show was bustling and completely sold out. Tim sent the sisters for hot chocolate and pleaded his case to the staff, showing them the ring and sharing his plan to propose in the Broderie Room. Luckily, Tim was able to purchase tickets! Tim had a whole speech planned, but his nerves made his forget most of the lines. He got down on one knee and proposed surrounded by beautiful poinsettias and Kayla gave him a resounding yes!

The couple chose to have their ceremony at Phipps feeling like it was so special to start their marriage in the same space where their engagement began. Being surrounded by the Orchid and Tropical Bonsai show, Kayla’s favorite plants made the choice even easier! The wedding party wore royal blue, accented with orange and white orchids florals to tie the looks together. Kayla said The Broderie Room, with its “greenery and delicate blooms, felt intimate, elegant and truly magical!” They had a small ceremony with family and close friends with an intimate theme of “orchids and us."

After the ceremony, the happy couple took photos throughout the Conservatory. Kayla said, “every corner offered a beautiful backdrop, adding a timeless and romantic feel to our wedding day.” The entire group then took a party bus back to Erie, where they held a reception at the Erie Art Museum. Once the appetizers were eaten and speeches were given, the party began! There were several personal details like “Fun Facts” cards at each table so their guests could get to know them better. Plus, guests were able to explore the museum’s artwork throughout the evening as they celebrated the newlyweds.

Kayla and Tim are currently planning a three-week honeymoon in Italy, Germany and France to celebrate their one-year anniversary. Since the wedding, they have been settling into married life enjoying the new season of their life together. They said, “Being married to your best friend and soulmate has been an exciting and meaningful new chapter for us.”

 

 

Wedding Planner: Heather Vickery

Photographer: Jake Swan Photos

Videographer: Dana Lynn Photos

Dress: David's Bridal

Hair: Pretty Hair Salon

Cake: Giant Eagle

Florist: A Floral Affair