WOW Wedding

from TOPS Lexington: August 2022

by TOPS Magazine

Business Spotlight

REAL WEDDING

Erin E Photography   Amanda Harper  

Ann-Marie Williamson Keesey met Evan Maclin Keesey during their senior year of high school through Evan’s friend, who would go on to be Ann-Marie’s roommate at Ole Miss and eventual maid of honor. They spent summers and Christmas breaks together as friends, but wouldn’t begin dating until their senior year of college. Both born and raised in Lexington, the pair currently live in Georgia, but plan to get back to Kentucky someday. They chose Springhouse Gardens for their wedding day because they found the property so beautiful. “We walked into the venue and knew it was where we wanted the wedding to be,” Ann-Marie explained. “We have also known the Weber family for decades and they are wonderful people!” The couple wanted a simple elegance for their wedding day. Sweet florals and clean, white details helped bring that to life with a charming Southern vibe. While a torrential downpour fell just five minutes before the ceremony, the rain held out for the big moment. The father of the bride was the surprise officiant, which was a special touch for everyone present. Ann-Marie wore a pearl necklace that had been worn by all the members of her mother’s side of the family, a sentimental touch that was very special to the bride’s grandmother. The clear tent and barn allowed everyone to celebrate without fear of rain. While the bride accidentally tossed the bouquet on top of the tent – and a friend had to climb to get it down so it could be caught – the tent was still a lifesaver. “It was the best day,” Ann-Marie gushed. “As cliché as it sounds, don’t stress too much about the little things. Soak up every moment of the wedding weekend – it flies by!”