Kirsten + Keisha
grand rapids, michigan
meet Kirsten + KeishA
Design, Planning & Coordination: All Buttoned Up Events
Photography: Nathan English Photography
Venue: Mertens Prime
Floral: Ludemas
Hair: Krystle Waivio
Makeup: Kim
Calligraphy: Elizabeth Schenk
Transportation: Affordable Limousine and Party Bus
Entertainment: Signature String Quartet & Rachel Curtis
Cake: Nantucket Bakery
An intimate rooftop ceremony followed by a candlelit dinner set the stage for Kirsten and Keisha’s heartfelt wedding — a 40-person celebration surrounded by their closest family and friends. Though the couple lives in Florida, Michigan will always be home for Keisha, which brought them back for a stunning fall wedding in late October. What was expected to be a crisp autumn day turned out to be an unseasonably perfect 70 degrees — a beautiful surprise for a beautiful occasion.
With just three months to plan, Kirsten and Keisha entrusted our team to craft a meaningful and memorable experience for their guests traveling in from near and far. We embraced the challenge and brought together an incredible vendor team, focused on exceptional food, flowing wine, decadent desserts, and soulful entertainment.
This wedding will always hold a special place in our hearts — not only for its elegance, but for the intimacy that made it feel more like a deeply personal dinner party than a traditional wedding. The couple exchanged vows overlooking the Grand Rapids skyline, then moved down to the main floor for cocktail hour featuring signature drinks inspired by their beloved pets, followed by a two-hour candlelit dinner that felt like something out of a dream.
A live quartet serenaded guests through the ceremony and dinner, while a talented vocalist carried the vibe through cocktails and dancing. And the food? Absolutely unforgettable — especially the cheesecake from Mertens Prime, which we recommend everyone experience at least once in their life.
Each of the six courses was punctuated by heartfelt toasts, making the entire evening feel like a love letter to the couple. We’re so honored to have been a part of such an intentional and joy-filled celebration.
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