Marrying My Best Friend | Rachel and Colton’s love story began on game day. While Rachel was attending The University of Alabama, the two were introduced through a mutual friend at an Alabama football game. What started as a casual meeting quickly grew into something lasting.
FEATURED IN THE 2026 SPRING PRINT EDITION OF NOW WEDDINGS MAGAZINE
Photography by Caywood Photography
Rachel & Colton’s Story
Rachel Weaver and Colton Kelley’s love story began on game day. While Rachel was attending The University of Alabama, the two were introduced through a mutual friend at an Alabama football game. What started as a casual meeting quickly grew into something lasting.
Two years later, Colton proposed during a quiet, private moment at his family’s beach house in Orange Beach, Alabama, a setting that perfectly reflected the sincerity of their relationship.
Their wedding day was deeply meaningful and rich with personal tradition.
Two of Rachel’s grandparents played special roles in the ceremony, creating moments that honored both family and heritage. Her grandfather delivered a scripture reading, while her grandmother incorporated their Native American roots by performing Indian sign language to The Lord’s Prayer, a powerful and unforgettable tribute.
Their wedding day was deeply meaningful and rich with personal tradition. Two of Rachel’s grandparents played special roles in the ceremony, creating moments that honored both family and heritage. Her grandfather delivered a scripture reading, while her grandmother incorporated their Native American roots by performing Indian sign language to The Lord’s Prayer, a powerful and unforgettable tribute.
For Rachel, the most meaningful part of the day was simple and profound. “Having the opportunity to marry my best friend,” she says. After months of planning, seeing her vision come together felt like a dream realized. Surrounded by family and friends who love and support them, every moment felt special, from the first look to the final dance, marking the beginning of a beautiful new chapter.
As seen in the 2026 Spring print edition of NOW Weddings Magazine!
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GETTING READY LOCATION: VBRO | CEREMONY LOCATION: St. Francis at the Point | OFFICIANT: Reverend Scott Stevens | RECEPTION LOCATION: Apiary Fairhope | REHEARSAL DINNER LOCATION: Wash House Restaurant | BRIDESMAIDS’ GOWNS: Rinna, Azazie | FLOWER GIRL DRESS: French hand sewn heirloom dress created by Margaret Eubanks | ALTERATIONS: Darlene Eddins | GROOM/GROOMSMEN ATTIRE: Providence Tuxedo, Mr. Burch Formal Wear | PHOTOGRAPHER + VIDEOGRAPHER: Caywood Photography | FLORIST: Blooming Fabulous Flower Shop | CEREMONY MUSIC: Pianist, Melanie Brannan + Vocals, Fred Stallworth and Kellie Williford | RECEPTION ENTERTAINMENT: DJ Stimulus | TRANSPORTATION: Covenant Elite Charters and Tours | HAIR + MAKEUP: Hair, Britney Hadley + Makeup, Teddi Michael (Glamour by Teddi) | HONEYMOON: Secrets Tides Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic | WEDDING PLANNER/DESIGNER: Ceremony, Leona Blaylock with St. Francis at the Point + Reception, Kate Blubaugh Woodruff with Apiary Fairhope | DECOR RENTALS: Gulf Coast Events and Rentals + DeLacey Design Co. | MARQUEE LIGHTING: Coastal Marquee and Photo Booth Baldwin County | CATERER: Naman’s Catering | BAR SERVICE: Bottles Up Mobile | JEWELER: Diamonds Direct | FAVORS: Online retailer- Glow sticks, heart shaped glasses, and leis | INVITATIONS: Zazzle
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