THE MAY’S CATHOLIC WEDDING IN LINCOLN, NEBRASKA, AT THE UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA-LINCOLN’S NEWMAN CENTER WITH A RECEPTION AT THE EMBASSY SUITES.
Abby and Rheece met at college at University of Nebraska-Lincoln. They had a class together and when Rheece heard Abby’s name, Abby Reese, he thought it would be hilarious if they ever got married. Imagine a Reese would be marrying Rheece. They didn’t get to know each other until about a year after he had that thought, when they were lab partners. Their first date was that October and about a year and a half later, Rheece proposed on a hike in Colorado. Keep reading to hear all about their Nebraska Catholic Wedding!
I don’t usually see boots included in the little bags my brides prep for me for flat lays. Between them, the handwritten note from Rheece, peonies and buds from The Stem Gallery, and some Catholic jewelry and medals, I couldn’t have curated a more beautiful and special flat lay myself. These were also all taken on the hardwood floors in Abby’s parents’ house, where the girls got ready.
Another special detail, Abby’s necklace consists of a pearl and diamonds from one of her grandma’s necklaces. The necklace was taken apart when Abby’s grandma passed away and was turned into necklaces and earrings for all of her daughters and daughters-in-law. (how cute and sweet is that 🥹)
After Abby and Rheece’s first look, portraits, and bridal party photos, we went inside the Saint Thomas Aquinas Newman Center. This additional portrait time allowed the two to prepare their hearts more deeply as the time of their wedding mass grew closer.
THE WEDDING MASS
It’s so cool to shoot a wedding at a college campus and just see the ways “young” minds are formed and the beautiful churches they get to pray at and go to Mass at daily. Also, peep me pregnant with my third little one lol.
Abby and Rheece had their wedding reception at the Embassy Lincoln. There was a yummy cake from High Society Cheesecake and a popping dance floor sponsored by one of the best, Bow Ty Audio. Little side note, I hope you love these candle drag table detail photos as much as I enjoy taking them.
WISHING THE MAYS ALL THE BEST!🥂
Vendors
Ceremony: Newman Center-Saint Thomas Aquinas
Reception: Embassy Lincoln
Photographer: Nikayla & Co.
Bridal Gown: Ellynne Bridal
Bridal Accessories: Veil, Shoes, & Earrings
Groom’s Tux: Emsud’s Clothiers
Groom’s Shoes: Ariat
Florist: Stem Gallery
Cake/Dessert: High Society Cheesecake
Stationary: The Knot
Bridesmaids Dresses: Shop Revelry, Stacees, Ivy City Co, & Amazon
Wedding Planner: Deb Schulte
DJ: Bow Ty Audio
