Jessica and Ryan wanted their wedding day to truly represent their style and vibe. With a love of color, they wanted vendors that were able to bring their bold vision to life.  With a unique wedding venue, a vibrant color palette, and eye-catching florals, they transformed their Mildred B. Cooper Chapel wedding venue into the ultimate wedding space. 

With its striking architecture, soaring vaulted steel and glass ceilings, and floor-to-ceiling windows that reveal the sky and surrounding forest, the hilltop Gothic-inspired chapel was the perfect setting for their ceremony. The reception that followed took place in a beautifully repurposed mid-century car dealership turned printing house, featuring wooden barrel ceilings, exposed brick walls, and polished concrete floors, making the space an ideal backdrop for their celebration.

If you’ve ever wondered how to weave your unique personality and interests into every part of your celebration to create a cohesive and elegant theme, then this wedding is a must-see. The stunning photos taken by Junebug vendor Boston Mountain Photo Collective truly capture the essence of their love story and the special day they created.

The Couple:

Jessica and Ryan

The Wedding:

Mildred B. Cooper Chapel, Arkansas, Unites States

Adding Color to Their Mildred B. Cooper Chapel Wedding and Expressing Themselves Through Their Vendors

We wanted our wedding day, vibe, and style to represent us. We wanted lots of color and to express ourselves through our vendors. We wanted to share the things we loved with all of our guests. We chose the Mildred B. Cooper Chapel and location to share our love of architecture. We decided to meet up at a brewery between the ceremony and reception to share our love of beer, and we even chose to host breakfast the following day at Onyx coffee shop to share our love of coffee. Our wedding day was designed to take our friends and family on a journey of our love for each other.

Adding Meaning Through Personalized Elements

We personalized our ceremony with our music choices and vows, incorporating religion and a traditional rosary blessing and highlighting our grandmothers as our flower girls.

Memorable Wedding Highlights

Ryan: My most memorable part of the ceremony was watching the chapel doors open, and her walk down the aisle. My most memorable part of the reception was our private last dance together. Jessica: My most memorable part of the ceremony was our first touch, and for the reception was slaying our first dance together.

Their Trusted Vendors Made Long-Distance Planning a Breeze

We were so proud of selecting our vendors from out of town. They all made it easy to coordinate from afar and were very accommodating. They all came through and exceeded our expectations. We felt very welcomed even though we did not live there. It really made it feel like a small-town community vibe. Researching the vendors through social media was crucial for planning a successful wedding from out of town.

Bringing Their Loved Ones Together was the Focus of Their Big Day

The most important aspect of planning our wedding was creating opportunities to connect with our family and friends throughout the day. We knew they had traveled far to support us, and we wanted to curate an enjoyable weekend for them.

Honeymoon-Inspired Wedding Favors

We gave out Spanish olive oil infused with rosemary because we were going to Spain for our honeymoon.

Congratulations to Jessica and Ryan on their Mildred B. Cooper Chapel wedding, full of bold colors and personal touches. Big thanks to Junebug vendor Boston Mountain Photo Collective for capturing all the beautiful moments. To see more of her work, check out her profile in our directory of wedding photographers from around the world.

As you plan your wedding, don’t hold back from letting your personalities and vision take center stage. Whether picking a unique venue or adding your twist to classic wedding touches, aim for a celebration that mirrors the uniqueness of your love story. Explore our guide for imaginative ideas to craft a truly unforgettable day.