A Love Written in the Stars | Jessica & Alec’s Kansas City Wedding
If you're planning a wedding in Kansas City, this Swope Memorial and Fountain City Winery celebration is full of timeless inspiration.
From the very beginning, Jessica and Alec dreamed of a wedding that felt deeply personal. Romantic, theatrical, and full of story. Every detail, from the celestial-inspired jewelry to the moon-themed welcome sign, reflected their love of theater, creativity, and the quieter kind of magic.
The morning began in soft tones. Golden velvet boxes, delicate sparkle, and thoughtful accessories set the tone for the day ahead. Every detail was chosen with care, a quiet nod to the couple’s shared sense of artistry and elegance.
In the details
One of the most meaningful touches? The tiny celestial pins were handmade by Alec’s father, who also stood beside him as a groomsman. From the constellation cufflinks to a delicate lapel pin, each piece was crafted with care, tying their wedding theme into something deeply personal.
The morning felt soft and steady, filled with light, laughter, and a quiet sense of anticipation.
As final details fell into place, we made our way to Swope Memorial. The overlook there feels sacred in its own right, with stone columns wrapped in ivy and a view that stretches just far enough to make you pause. Jessica stepped into the space with calm confidence, her dress catching the light in all the right ways.
Their first look was quiet, emotional. Alec turned, smiled and everything softened. From that point on, they moved together easily, like two people who knew they were exactly where they were meant to be.
Their ceremony at the memorial was sweet and simple, framed by laughter, sunlight, and a soft breeze that moved gently through the trees.
That moment between them was quiet, emotional, and deeply felt. It set the tone for everything that followed.
This day felt personal in every way. It was full of meaning, quiet joy, and presence. They moved through each moment like it was already a memory worth keeping.
Afterward, we slipped away to Fountain City Winery for evening portraits and celebration.
The space felt golden, with vines stretching across the fence line and a warm summer sky overhead.
The reception carried the same intentional energy: heartfelt toasts, hand-picked details, and the kind of joy that lingers long after the music ends.
Jessica and Alec worried that coming from a theater background might make their wedding feel “too posed.” But it never did. Not once. If anything, it made them magnetic: deeply present, comfortable in their own story, and radiant in the roles they were always meant to play.
If you’re planning a wedding in Kansas City, this Swope Memorial and Fountain City Winery celebration is full of timeless inspiration. It's proof that emotion will always outshine perfection, and that magic lives in the in-between.
When we packed up our gear and slipped out the door, they were still dancing. Surrounded by the people who knew them best, under the softest light of the night. The perfect final note.
Jessica and Alec, thank you for letting us witness a love so honest, a day so intentional, and a celebration as beautiful as the stars above it.