Beyond the immediate chemistry on their first date, Kelsey Bunce, a somatic movement therapist, and Sam Wyman, a software engineer, found that they both share a love of magic, fantasy and the outdoors. So, when it was time to plan their wedding, they let those inspirations lead them to a “Midsummer Night’s Dream” of mythological lands and vivid colors for a wild and free celebration of their love.
The romantic weekend began at Apple’s—Kelsey’s old stomping grounds from her team snowboarding days. The air resonated with heartfelt speeches and toasts from family and friends carried away by the couple’s energy and infectious love. For the main event at Kelsey’s family home in Warm Springs, the wedding party and the guests were encouraged to wear their brightest colors—an assignment they nailed in high style, and were seated at tables bearing names like Avalon, Xanadu and Nirvana.
Music and dancing were at the heart of this enchanted party—with SoulCirque transforming the dance floor into a true experience and Kelsey’s childhood friend Jens Peterson handling DJ duties and late-night song requests. The couple spent quality time curating their playlists and danced their first dance to “Nothing Else Matters” (covered by Miley Cyrus, Elton John, and Yo-Yo Ma.) Kelsey walked down the aisle to “Forever” by Labrinth, and Sam’s dad (a Stanford alum) used “Alright Now” by Free (Stanford’s de facto fight song) to introduce himself as he made his way to the microphone for his toast.
Not one to ignore gut feelings or instincts, Kelsey ultimately chose the first dress she had seen at Julietta Bridal. The Andrea Sedici gown was simple but transcendent and paired beautifully with custom cowboy boots gifted by her aunt.
Kelsey and Sam made sure every detail—from tie-dyed robes for the bridesmaids to mini bottles of Patron at each place setting to an officiant who has known Caroline since she was a little girl—heightened the celebration and reflected their deep love and affection for each other and their guests.
The newlyweds have recently relocated to San Francisco where they are busy planning their postponed honeymoon to a rustic and rain forested island with plenty of good hiking and sailing.
THE DETAILS
Venue: Bunce family home
Wedding Coordinator: Heather Minor Events
Flowers: Floret Design Studio
Photographer/Videographer: Halsey Pierce
Catering and Cake: Rasberrys
Dress: Andrea Sedici from Julietta Bridal
Hair/ makeup: Natalie Westerhold
Groom’s attire: Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Music: SoulCirque
Party Rentals: That’s Entertainment