Peyton Emerson & Forrest Ward
March 2, 2024 | Cabo San Lucas, Mexico | Miles Witt Boyer
Peyton and Forrest met at an Arkansas competitive cheer gym in 2013 while they were in high school. While Forrest was finishing his senior year of high school, Peyton was only completing her sophomore year. The two parted ways, but ultimately ran into one another again in college. Peyton was cheering for the University of Mississippi and Forrest was cheering for the University of Arkansas, and officially started dating four years after they had met.
“We were at my house on the lake, and our dogs were playing in the backyard while we were drinking coffee on the deck watching them,” Forrest said. “I remember in that moment thinking that this was all I ever wanted and needed, and that she was someone I never wanted to live without.”
Forrest proposed by surprising Peyton while she was on a family vacation in Cabo, the place where they eventually tied the knot. He was standing under a gazebo overlooking the ocean, got down on one knee and asked her to marry him.
“Partially shocked at the fact he was in Mexico and not back home in Arkansas, I think I blacked out during the actual proposal,” Peyton said. “After he had proposed and we hugged, I realized I hadn’t actually looked at the ring. I was blown away by the uniqueness of it, and loved it even more after finding out Forrest had designed it himself.”
Wedding Vendors We Love
Planning & Design
Amanda Reed of Amanda Reed Weddings
Photography
Miles Witt Boyer
Arkansas Vendors
Wedding dress: Tesori; Groom’s suit: Walker Brothers; Invitations: Dayflower Designs
More Vendors
Florist: Native Floral; Rentals: Yaya’s Rentals, Warehouse Rentals; Linens: BBJ La Tavola; Dance Floor, Lighting and production: Stage Pro; Ceremony music: Daniel Pimentel; Reception entertainment: Kilometro; Cigar roller: Cabo Cigar Roller
Trusted Vendors
“My favorite moment was the ceremony. I hadn’t had the chance to truly take in the ceremony spot before I walked down the aisle, so when the time came, I was absolutely blown away by the florals arranged by Native Floral Studio and Amanda Reed.” – Peyton
Sentimental Spot
Peyton and Forrest had always dreamed of planning a destination wedding. What better place to have it than the place he proposed? Now, Cabo is even more meaningful for the couple and their families.
After the Tone
In lieu of a traditional guest book, the couple invited guests to leave sentimental voicemails via a vintage phone. Peyton and Forrest can replay the thoughtful messages from loved ones whenever they want to relive that special day.
Colors of Cabo
Peyton and Forrest were inspired by Mexican bougainvillea flowers for decor, and used pink, orange, yellow and pops of blue throughout the day.