Ari & Chase’s Timeless Chandler Wedding
After what Ari and Chase called “a long time coming”, they finally got to become husband and wife, surrounded by the people who have loved them, supported them, and been part of their story along the way.
And I don’t think they could have chosen a more perfect place to celebrate it than Ocotillo. With palm trees swaying throughout the property, water reflecting the clouds, and pops of greenery everywhere, the setting felt like a little piece of so many places Ari and Chase love and hope to visit together. It also felt especially fitting with Chase’s family being from Arizona. The whole day had that effortless Arizona-meets-coastal feel that was completely their own.
From the beginning, every detail had a story behind it. Blue, their favorite color, was woven throughout the day alongside soft greens, crisp whites, hydrangeas, and warm gold accents. The hydrangeas brought in that coastal feeling that made sense for beach lovers, while the greenery reflected how much they both love being active and spending time outside. And of course, they had the classic black-and-white checkered dance floor they had always envisioned, complete with a matching cake stand. Even Chase’s cowboy hat and boots had little touches of black to tie it all together.
Their ceremony was especially meaningful. Chase’s aunt and uncle, who have been a huge part of their relationship since the very beginning, officiated the ceremony. Ari and Chase also chose to exchange private, personal vows during their first look, giving them a quiet moment to speak directly to each other before sharing traditional vows with their guests. Their rope of three strands was another beautiful reminder of the faith their marriage is rooted in.
And then there were all the little moments that made the day feel even more personal. Guests were greeted with champagne as they arrived, while Ari and Chase had signature drinks waiting for them during cocktail hour: a Dirty Shirley for Ari and a Coors Light for Chase. They planned their food and drinks with their guests in mind, wanting everything to feel elevated and special. Later, they stepped away for a private cake cutting and champagne tower pour that felt like the perfect mix of vintage and modern.
But one of my favorite parts of the entire day was watching their son be such a big part of it all. Not only was he their ring bearer, but Ari also shared a special mother/son dance with him during the reception. He is such an important part of their story, and having him woven into the day made everything feel that much more meaningful.
More than anything, Ari and Chase wanted their wedding photos to capture the people who showed up to celebrate them. Their closest friends and family were the heart of the day, and you could feel just how much love surrounded them from the very beginning to the last dance.
Ari and Chase said it best: they were simply excited to finally be married. And getting to document that moment, and all the little pieces of their story that made it theirs, was such a joy.
