American Pride Wedding: A Laid-Back Celebration of Love and Service

Bride smiles in truck on her wedding day with cowboy boots

There is something about a hot summer night in the country that just gives you an overwhelming sense of American Pride! So when Samantha and Chris decided to tie the knot they wanted it to be laid back but with a little US flair to celebrate his military service.
You can see more of this American pride wedding when you visit the full gallery here. Photographed by Andie Freeman Photography.

Wedding invitation with photos, American flag, and floral details

A Treasured Moment

My favorite moment of the day was definitely our first look. I had been so nervous for WEEKS and he was just playing it cool. On the day of our wedding the roles changed and he actually got nervous and I was more relaxed knowing that all the decorations were done, the cake was here, etc. Our first look was amazing, and we both shed quite a few tears! I could not have asked for anything more.

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* Adorable little girl wearing a flower dress and cowboy boots
* Young girl in a tutu dress poses with cowboy boots and a smile
* Cute little girl wearing a stylish dress, with cowboy boots
* Child in a flower dress and boots posing on an old coca cola box

Adorable children dressed for a special occasion posing outdoors

A military groom and bride share a kiss at a wedding

Bride in cowboy boots at wedding, holding a beautiful bouquet

Elegant wedding bouquet with peonies and roses on a chair

Dapper Dudes & Gorgeous Gals

Chris and the groomsman who are in the service wore their dress blues, while the other groomsman wore khaki suites with navy vests. We really wanted a military wedding and it ended up looking sharp!

The girls wore coral dresses with boots. I found a dress I feel in love with, looked at the color scheme on Pinterest. Then I had the girls hem the dresses to above the knee and prayed they turned out like I wanted! And they did!!!

Groom and groomsmen in uniform at a military wedding ceremony

Bridesmaids in pink dresses and cowboy boots at a rustic wedding

Memorial chair with sign and photos, in memory of loved one

A Country Wedding Affair

The vision for my wedding day was for it to be very country and laid back. I did not want the extra added stress of everything having to be designer, and perfectly made. What would make our day special was by the end of the day we would be married in front of our family and friends.

Wedding ceremony details with American flag on wooden table

Rustic wedding decor with card cage, and Thank you banner

Wedding ceremony with the couple exchanging vows at the altar

Bride and groom walk down the aisle, captured in sepia wedding photo

Stress Free Centerpieces

All of the table runners we made with burlap and lace. Each centerpiece was a piece of wood we cut up, stained, and sat 3 mason jars on. 1 mason jar had navy lace and a floating candle in them, one was coral lace with burlap around it, and the last was either coral/navy ribbon with baby's breath in them.

Rustic grocery store exterior and decorated jars on a wooden shelf

Rustic wooden sign with romantic quote for wedding or decor

Elegant urn with blue and white decor for a wedding or event

Wedding decor with a chalkboard, letter, and flowers, perfect for a celebration

Bride and groom share first dance at rustic wedding reception

Bridal party table decor with rustic jars and floral arrangements

Mason jars decorated with lace and flowers on a wooden slab

Old Glory Cake Table

It wouldn't be a truly American pride wedding without the stars and strips! Chris and Samantha's dessert table rivals just about any we have seen! From the cute cupcakes with mini USA toppers to the US flag cake, there is no questioning where this wedding took place.

Wedding cake with blue frosting and deer cake toppers