Love in Bloom: Matt and Holden’s Park Winters Wedding

A wooden table with wedding vows booklets, a park map, invitation cards, and a bottle of Dolce & Gabbana perfume.

Two men in formal attire stand in a well-lit room with tiled walls. One adjusts the other's bow tie. A chandelier hangs overhead.

Two men in formal attire stand in front of a large ornate mirror. One adjusts the other's bow tie. A chandelier and a sink are visible in the background.

Two people in dark suits, one spraying perfume on the other's wrist.

Two men in tuxedos hold hands and smile, walking outdoors in a garden ceremony with trees and seated guests around them.

A black plate with a menu sits on a wooden table. Nearby are a black fork and knife, lit candles, and an arrangement of orange flowers and greenery.

A wooden table is set for a formal meal with plates, glasses, and utensils. A centerpiece of candles, greenery, and orange flowers runs along a dark table runner.

Two people wearing rings clasp hands. Both are in formal attire, including a suit jacket and dress shirt with cufflinks.

Two men in formal attire stand on a path, smiling and showing their rings. Trees and bushes line the path in the background.

Two people in formal attire serve slices from a decorated cake on a stand over a dark blue tablecloth.

Handwritten letters, a bow tie, flowers, candles, and wedding rings on a table with cake and drinks.

Wedding invitation, vow booklets, two rings in green cases, and beige roses on a marble surface.

Mailbox labeled "Kindred Spirit" on a wooden post with an open lid, next to a brown armchair, set in a garden with greenery.

Two men in white dress shirts and bow ties stand in front of a mirror adjusting their outfits, smiling. They appear to be getting ready for a formal event.

Two men in suits holding green booklets, standing outdoors. One man has a floral boutonniere.

White folding chairs arranged outdoors with lush floral decorations of orange and yellow flowers on a grassy area, surrounded by tall trees.

Two people in formal black attire hold drinks, each with a floral boutonniere. One person is holding a glass with a straw.

A crowd of people stands in front of a two-story house with a balcony, where two people are speaking to the gathered audience.

Two people in tuxedos dance closely on an outdoor balcony at dusk, with trees in the background.

A sliced cake with white icing and floral decoration sits on a stand, next to a plate with a piece of the cake, on a blue tablecloth.

Two people in formal attire dance together, both wearing white shirts and dark suspenders. They are surrounded by other people in a dimly lit room.

Floral arrangement with roses and greenery wrapped around a tree trunk, outdoors near a building.

Table setting with floral centerpiece, wine glasses, candles, and a menu on a white tablecloth with an orange runner.

Floral arrangement with red, yellow, and white flowers in a vase on a table, next to lit tea candles.

Love in Bloom: Matt and Holden’s

Park Winters Wedding

In the heart of Northern California’s countryside, Matt and Holden’s Park Winters wedding unfolded into a beautiful celebration of love, identity, and meaningful tradition. Held in the fall, this wedding embraced the warm tones of the season and the rich beauty of Park Winters, creating an unforgettable setting for their vows.

Originally from South Carolina, Holden said “yes” to Matt during a special proposal at the Kindred Spirit mailbox in Brunswick County, North Carolina. This iconic spot inspired one of the most touching details of the wedding. A replica of the mailbox was used as their card box, inviting guests to leave heartfelt messages just like visitors do on Bird Island. This personal touch connected their past with their future in the most symbolic way.

The couple incorporated LGBTQ+ pride in elegant and thoughtful ways. Each dinner table featured hand-selected LGBTQ+ quotes that highlighted love, resilience, and authenticity. These table quotes added depth to the celebration and celebrated the beauty of being true to oneself.

Before the ceremony, Matt and Holden shared an intimate getting-ready moment together at Park Winters. In the quiet stillness of the day, they helped each other prepare side by side which calmed nerves and deepened their connection ahead of the vows.

Beautiful Ceremony

The ceremony took place beneath a sprawling oak tree draped in lush garlands. A live trio played softly as guests gathered under the golden light of the setting sun. The scene was full of warmth, joy, and emotion as Matt and Holden stood hand in hand to exchange vows.

Their first dance was just as magical. It happened on the newly added back balcony of the Park Winters main house, offering sweeping views of the serene landscape. With the autumn sky behind them, they danced into a new chapter surrounded by love and support.

Every detail of this Park Winters wedding reflected Matt and Holden’s journey full of meaning, beauty, and deep connection. From Southern charm to Northern California elegance, their love story reminds us all of the power of inclusive celebration and personal storytelling.