The Wedding Story of Kelly and Ryan Shaw

So often we serve as a bridesmaid not even thinking it could lead to some romance of our own! We are so focused on swooning over the bride and groom that we may not notice anything else. Well, fate intervened when Kelly’s sister got married. Little did Kelly know, her brother-in-law’s handsome best friend, Ryan, would one day walk her down the same aisle!
 

When Kelly graduated from nursing school, Ryan popped the question, and the two wasted no time in looking at County Line Orchard as a potential reception space. While the space had the beautiful, rustic feel Kelly envisioned, she also knew it was close enough to the city and therefore convenient for her family. She says, “Ryan is a country boy from Champaign, Illinois and I am a city girl from Chicago, so it worked best for us!”

 

Kelly found her Maggie Sotero gown from Michelle’s Bridal and Tuxedo in Champaign, Illinois. Kelly says, “I was thinking A-line but tried on my dress and loved it!”

While sticking to some traditions close to their hearts, the couple also opted for some non-traditional details like serving donuts and bundt cake instead of a wedding cake.

The decor was a true, team effort. Kelly and her friend made all the chalkboard signs and she also worked with Ryan to make all the centerpiece boxes. And as for the reception decor—they recruited a group of friends to go to the orchard. Kelly says, “They did awesome!”

When asked about what her guests will remember, this #itsShawtime! bride says, “The music and drinks. Our guests danced the night away!”

 

 

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