Kelsey + Carter’s Traditional Blue Wedding

Kelsey and Carter’s traditional blue wedding at the Bell Tower was full of sweet details and fresh blooms. 

This pair first met during their junior and senior year of college through mutual friends. After Carter graduated, and some time apart, he reached out to Kelsey asking her to join him on a coffee date. It was then they knew they had “something special.” 

When it came time to propose, Carter knew just the spot. He set up a fun brunch for Kelsey and her best friends, knowing she would be photo-ready. Afterward, they secretly drove her to the Ellington Agricultural Center where Carter waited for her under the gazebo. Kelsey later told us, “My sister snapped all sorts of pictures, and Carter gave me a Bible with my new name, a candle he lit on special days in our relationship, and a ring. It was really special!”

Kelsey and Carter started searching for their perfect venue as soon as they were engaged. They knew they wanted to have a lot of people in Nashville, and the moment they stepped into the Bell Tower, they knew it was the one. “It was traditional and unique all at the same time. It took our breath away,” Kelsey said. 

On the big day, Carter was one of the first to arrive and take it all in. Watching their day come together was one of his most memorable moments. For Kelsey, it was sharing a sweet first look with not only Carter, but her dad, too. 

Kelsey and Carter shared their traditional vows under the Maria chandelier and cascading string lights by Nashville Lighting and Production. 

Afterward, Infinity staff flipped the main space with white and blue linens, gold chiavari chairs, and soft pink florals, as guests enjoyed a few savory bites on the patio. 

When they found their seats, a plated dinner was served. Guests had a choice of smoked brisket with black-eyed pea salad and grilled corn, rosemary maple pork chop with Brussel sprouts and roasted fingerling potatoes, and maple mustard glazed chicken with brown sugar-glazed carrots and sour cream whipped potatoes. 

Kelsey and Carter ended the night with a first dance to “Always Remember Us This Way” by Lady Gaga, and guests snagged a pretzel and bag of Muletown Coffee from Columbia, Tenn., before sending off the newlyweds!