Real Wedding: Samar Qedan & Wynn Novak

Real Wedding: Samar Qedan & Wynn Novak
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SAMAR QEDAN & WYNN NOVAK

November 11, 2023 |ย Fairlane Station | Springdale | Freckled Fox Photography

Wynn and Samarโ€™s love story is a testament to the power of connection, defying geographical barriers with a stroke of fate on Hinge back in 2020. Despite residing in separate states, their bond flourished through numerous FaceTime calls and heartfelt conversations before the eagerly awaited moment of their first face-to-face encounter. Upon meeting Wynn in person, Samar knew he was the one she had been looking for.

โ€œIt was our first in-person date that made me realize I found someone special,โ€ Samar said. โ€œThe date lasted several hours. The time sort of disappeared, and we spent it just talking and laughing.โ€

Wynn popped the question while the couple were in Boston for a Red Sox game. As they walked through the gardens in the evening, Wynn decided it was the perfect time to ask Samar to marry him. Two strangers saw the entire proposal and sent the couple photos!

Real Wedding: Samar Qedan & Wynn Novak
Freckled Fox Photography
Real Wedding: Samar Qedan & Wynn Novak
Freckled Fox Photography
Real Wedding: Samar Qedan & Wynn Novak
Freckled Fox Photography

WEDDING VENDORS WE LOVE

Planning and design
Christa Wilkins with JLK Weddings

Florist
Arloh Flora

Wedding dress
Lowโ€™s Bridal & Formal

Real Wedding: Samar Qedan & Wynn Novak
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Real Wedding: Samar Qedan & Wynn Novak
Freckled Fox Photography
Real Wedding: Samar Qedan & Wynn Novak
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MORE VENDORS

Photography: Freckled Fox Photography; Venue: Fairlane Station; Officiant: Michelle G.; Rentals: Alchemy Event Rentals, Eventures and BBJ La Tavola; DJ and lighting: DJ Ty Walker; Catering: Wrightโ€™s BBQ; Bar service: Mint 2 Mix; Cake and dessert bar: The Cake Occasion; Popcorn bar: Hill City Popcorn; Stationery: Zola; Groomโ€™s attire: Michael Strahan; Hair stylist: Jasmine Nunez Beauty; Makeup artist: Jennifer Reyes

Real Wedding: Samar Qedan & Wynn Novak
Freckled Fox Photography
Real Wedding: Samar Qedan & Wynn Novak
Freckled Fox Photography
Real Wedding: Samar Qedan & Wynn Novak
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Q & A

Q: What inspired your color palette?

A: โ€œAutumn is my favorite time of the year,โ€ Samar said. โ€œI knew I wanted bright colors but still wanted it to feel like it was autumn. I was very open to different textures and patterns.โ€

Real Wedding: Samar Qedan & Wynn Novak
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Q: What was your favorite moment of the day, and why?

A: โ€œWe knew we wanted time by ourselves to say more personal vows than what we were planning to say at our ceremony. We also each took a tequila shot after our vows to help ease the nerves and get the party started!โ€

Real Wedding: Samar Qedan & Wynn Novak
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Q: What surprised you about planning a wedding?

A: โ€œThe amount of small details that go into wedding planning really surprised me the most. Thankfully, I was given Christaโ€™s contact information before I started the process, which made things so much easier.โ€

Real Wedding: Samar Qedan & Wynn Novak
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PLANNING SECRET

โ€œChrista Wilkins with JLK Weddings; sheโ€™s not a secret, but she was crucial. She thought about every detail before I could even worry or think about it,โ€ Samar said.

Real Wedding: Samar Qedan & Wynn Novak
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Real Wedding: Samar Qedan & Wynn Novak
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Real Wedding: Samar Qedan & Wynn Novak
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BAXTER’S BAR

โ€œWynn and I knew we wanted our dog Baxter incorporated into the wedding. We found many ways to do that [with] napkins, drink stirs and photo props,โ€ Samar said. โ€œSeeing our dog incorporated into the decorations was one of our favorite parts!โ€

Real Wedding: Samar Qedan & Wynn Novak
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Real Wedding: Samar Qedan & Wynn Novak
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