Welcome to the Happiest Day of Our Lives
The happiest day in a couple’s marriage begins with their Wedding Day. For Kelsey and Kevin, from the start to the conclusion, they used three words to describe their wedding - “small, yet special” and after the wedding “The Best Day.” Surrounded by family at Grand Hotel, one of the most beautiful resorts in the world, Kevin and Kelsey said “I Do. “
Kelsey and her parent’s had made Mackinac Island a central part of their summer vacations for many years. Now living in Jacksonville, Florida coming “home” to Michigan meant the wedding of her dreams at Ste Anne’s Church and Grand Hotel. Wedding photos began with their photographer Christi Dupre from Island Photo with Kevin and family at the Island House Hotel and Kelsey and her parents at Grand Hotel. Both were excited and a little nervous! The suite at Grand Hotel was perfect for some getting ready photos of Kelsey.
The red carpeted steps led Kelsey to the Grand Hotel’s private carriage and as the bellman opened the door, Kelsey stepped into her dream day! Kelsey’s beautiful hair and make-up was done at Astor Salon and her bouquet all all of her wedding flowers were from Margaret’s Garden at Grand Hotel.
Ste Anne’s Catholic Church dates marriage records back to the late 1600’s, with the church being physically moved and reestablished on Mackinac Island in1 780. Since thenn, hundreds of couples have been married at Ste Annes. Father Mark McQuesten, of Sault Ste Marie, performed the ceremony which included mass, special readings and music by the Mike Davis Trio.
On this beautiful mid-July day, Kelsey and Kevin left the church and went for a royal ride in the white Vis-a- Vis carriage from Gough Livery. The photos on the beach and at the Grand Hotel’s Secret Garden were Kelsey’s favorites.
Returning to Grand Hotel, the reception was held in the Cottage Room, a very romantic and intimate setting for a splendid reception. All guests were seated at one table, allowing the entire family to converse together and celebrate this fantastic event. Cake cutting and toasts were given before the staff began to serve the delicious 5 course meal. Special moments between Kelsey and her Dad and the entire family left many eyes with a special tear.
As the sun began to set, Kelsey and Kevin stepped away for a little time together - on Grand Hotel’s porch, the world’s longest porch. with views of the Straits of Mackinac. A spectacular view, yet they only had eyes for one another!
