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A Rustic Winter Wedding at Southwind Hills in Goldsby, Oklahoma

Brooklyn (22 and a dental hygiene student) and Caleb Neal (22 and a physical therapy assistant) met at a church youth leadership camp. “We got to know

Brooklyn (22 and a dental hygiene student) and Caleb Neal (22 and a physical therapy assistant) met at a church youth leadership camp. “We got to know each other over the summer better and started dating in September when Caleb asked my father for permission to date me,” Brooklyn says. In fact, as part of the ceremony the couple’s student pastors shared sweet stories about watching the two grow up and fall in love. Rich hues of bordeaux mixed with a touch of the palest blush pink set the tone for this snowy winter wedding. Rustic mounted deer heads juxtaposed the delicate antique silver trays and chandeliers to create a warm romantic atmosphere. Each printed invitation was personally adorned with a bordeaux wax seal in the center of a crest and wrapped in bordeaux velvet ribbon. Instead of a traditional bar, Brooklyn and Caleb kept their guests warm with cappuccino, espresso and hot cocoa throughout the night. Navy pivot berries and delicate winter ferns were added to the floral arrangements and bouquets to match Oklahoma's pastoral landscape. The couple’s creative wedding favor inspired a few giggles: Hawaiian hazelnut coffee in bags printed with "Love is brewing, Grounds to celebrating" and "The Perfect Blend Caleb and Brooklyn." —Juliette Cheatham

Southwind Hills Barn in Goldsby, Oklahoma
Brooklyn was a classic beauty in her long-sleeve lace gown, perfect for a winter wedding. Her dress was mermaid style paired with a cathedral-length lace trimmed veil and a dramatic bow tied in the back.
Brooklyn carried a bouquet of roses in burgundy, white and dusty rose. Wrapped around the stems was a gift from her aunt; an antique English sixpence. Such coins were commonly carried by brides in the early 1900s and added an elegant touch to the bouquet.
The groomsmen sported burgundy flowers with wintery navy pivot berries, while the groom wore a white rose paired with the same berries. The boutonnieres were all wrapped in natural brown twine.
The bridesmaids were dressed in glamorous floor-length, bourdeaux off-the-shoulder dresses. Each carried a similar bouquet to the bride full of roses, greenery and pivot berries.
Caleb and his groomsmen sported classic black tuxedos with plain black bow ties for the wedding. Against the stark white snow and vibrant pops of bourdeux, it was a striking look.
Each printed invitation was personally adorned with a bordeaux wax seal in the center of a crest and wrapped in bordeaux velvet ribbon. The programs for the ceremony were hand-stamped in exactly the same way.
As a pastor, Brooklyn’s father was there to walk her down the aisle but also to marry her and Caleb. His rich velvet bordeaux jacket pairs expertly with the bride’s bouquet which featured bordeaux roses.
Custom Monogram Over Ceremony Location
Green vines and hand-painted rustic wooden signs adorned the backs of the bride's and groom’s chairs at the reception. The warm brown leather was the perfect touch under the exposed wooden beams and worn wooden floors of the venue.
Glass, Lantern and Vase Centerpieces
Newlyweds' First Dance
Brooklyn and Caleb featured three cakes at the reception. The largest was vanilla bean cake with buttercream icing and was adorned with a replica of their wedding crest with the bordeaux wax monogram seal mimicking the invitations and programs.
Red velvet whoopie pies accompanied the side cakes for a more informal handheld option. The smaller cakes were also richly flavored red velvet and were whitewashed with a thin layer of icing to emulate the snowy weather.
In addition to featuring a full coffee bar of cappuccino, espresso, and lattes at the reception, the couple gave personalized bags of coffee to their guests. Each was printed with cute puns such as “love is brewing” and “grounds to celebrate."
Confetti Exit