Madeline Sorensen & Parker Fraiser
May 31, 2025 | Argenta Plaza in North Little Rock | Faith Alexander Photography
Through mutual friends, Madeline and Parker’s paths crossed after graduating from college. They became friends until one fateful weekend camping trip at Lake Ouachita. Somewhere between campfire laughs and lake swims, they realized their friendship had been developing into something more the entire time.
Two years later, Parker planned a thoughtful proposal for Madeline. He planned a trip where everything started – Lake Ouachita. Parker got down on one knee and asked Madeline to marry him. After, they took a boat to a cove where their family and friends were waiting to celebrate with them!
“The next evening, he’d even arranged a surprise engagement party back in Little Rock,” Madeline said. “Every detail was so intentional, and the whole weekend reflected us and our story in the most special way.”
Wedding Professionals We Love
Florist: Tanarah Luxe Floral
Wedding dress: Unveiled Bridal Collection
Production, custom vinyl and cold sparks: Central Arkansas Entertainment
Catering and bartending: Heritage Catering
Photo Credit: Faith Alexander Photography
More Wedding Professionals
Planning and design: Gretchen Larkan Events; Photography: Faith Alexander Photography; Videography: Bear Spear Films; Entertainment: Diamond Empire Band; Rentals: Eventology; Linens: BBJ La Tavola; Cake: Sweet Lavender Bakes; Tent: Intent Party Rentals; Reception venue: Argenta Plaza; Ceremony venue: St. James United Methodist; Transportation: Little Rock Coaches; Makeup artist: Sarah Meyer Makeup; Hair stylist: Maggie MJ Hair; Stationery: The Artsy Acorn; Custom watercolor: Watercolors by Korry Jones; Signage and branding: AC Collective Co.; Custom hats: The Busy Bee; Lodging: The Capital Hotel
Photo Credit: Faith Alexander Photography
Q&A
Q: What was your favorite part of the planning process?
A: “One of my favorite parts of the planning process was sharing my vision board with our planner, Gretchen Larkan, and watching her bring it to life, detail by detail,” Madeline said. “Each vendor meeting made everything feel more real, and Gretchen transformed my ideas into something even more beautiful than I could have imagined.”
Q: What inspired your wedding day?
A: “Parker and I wanted a wedding that felt full of life—colorful, fun, and completely centered around celebrating with the people we love most,” Madeline said. “I’d always dreamed of a tented reception, and we both envisioned a big, lively party with a great band and dance floor energy that lasted all night. We wanted our guests to have so much fun they didn’t want to leave!”
Q: Did you incorporate anything sentimental?
A: “Parker wore his grandfather’s boots for the reception, and we drank from the silver goblets my grandmother gave us before she passed away, which made that moment extra special,” Madeline said. “I also carried my great-grandmother’s embroidered handkerchief wrapped around my bouquet.”
Q: What surprised you about wedding planning?
A: “What surprised me most about wedding planning was how fun it was,” Madeline said. “Everyone always says wedding planning is stressful, but our experience was the complete opposite! We had so much fun throughout the process.”
Photo Credit: Faith Alexander Photography
Parker’s Pickle Stand
The Fraisers designed a pickle bar to commemorate Parker’s love of pickles, and the guests loved it!
Photo Credit: Faith Alexander Photography
Fantastic Florals
“I’ve always loved bright, joyful colors,” Madeline said. “When we shared our vision board with Tanarah Luxe Floral, they immediately understood the look I wanted—colorful, whimsical and full of life.”
