Katie & Nathan's Dream Wedding
Mackinac Island, a jewel nestled in Lake Huron, is often referred to as a place where love blossoms. With its enchanting landscapes, historic charm, and breathtaking views, it’s no wonder that countless couples have chosen this incredible setting to celebrate their love. Today, we look into the beautiful love story of two individuals who fell head over heels for each other on Mackinac Island, turning their romance into a dream wedding.
Nathan and Katie were married at Mission Point Resort on Mackinac Island on Friday June 21, 2024. Mackinac Island was also the place where Nate proposed in 2022- popping the question at the West Bluff vista overlooking the Mackinac Bridge.
With their hearts set on Mackinac Island, Nathan and Katie decided to tie the knot in the same place where their love story began. They envisioned a wedding that captured the essence of their romance. Right away, they ordered the Mackinac Island Wedding Guide, which they used to select their local vendors. Planning for two years, they were able to get everything they wanted and needed right on the Island.
Katie and her bridemaids began with make up and hair styling at Lakeside Salon & Spa. Ater which, they stolled to their beautiful bridal suite, Tranquility Suite, with plenty of room for getting ready and a beautiful outdoor patio for photos. Both of these are located at their ceremony and reception location, Mission Point Resort.
Photographer Sara Macy, of Its Wonderful Photography, created beautiful photos of the bridemaids and the first look between Katie and Nathan.
The beautiful flowers bouquets and creations for the wedding and reception ceremony were chosen to complement the lavendar colored dresses which was so appropriate as the Island was full of Lilac blooms. All of the florals were created, delivered and set up at the hotel by St Ignace in Bloom.
Katie arrived with her father on the Vis a Vis carriage from Gough Carriages. After the bridal party crossed the Great Lawn, all eyes were on Katie as she and her father stepped out of the carriage.
The beautiful floral arch under which Katie and Nathan said “I Do” was made of lilacs and other seasonal flowers and was set up the afternoon of the wedding by Samantha Belonga, owner of St Ignace in Bloom. Officiant Dr Judy Robinson, of Marriages on Mackinac, performed the ceremony, taking time to make it very personal as they had hoped for.
After the wedding ceremony, hugs and congratulations took place, then Katie and Nathan set out for a private carriage ride in the Vis a Vis carriage from Gough Livery Carriages, stopping at the Secret Garden at Grand Hotel, the West Bluff and returning to Mission Point for their wedding reception.
“Everything was just like a fairy tale,” said Katie. “We learned not to sweat the little things”, said Nathan. “It did rain a little bit, but everyone made sure we were kept dry. We enjoyed every minute of our carriage ride.”
“Our amazing cake, so colorful and light was created by Paige at Bella e Dolce,” said Katie. “Everyone couldn’t keep from saying how good it was. After cutting our cake, we did our first dance, and Nathan picked me up-perfectly!”
“We were 100% happy with everyone, especially Mission Point Resort. The wonderful Gazebo and Promenade Deck, where we had our ceremony and then reception, couldn’t have been any nicer. The food was fantastic and we were very pleased with how kind the staff was. Our photos captured our day perfectly and we were so pleased with our photographer, Sara Macy of It’s Wonderful Photography.”
If you are thinking about having a wedding on Mackinac Island, Just Do It! You won’t be disappointed. Trust the Island vendors you’ll find in the Mackinac Wedding Guide and plan your own dream wedding.
