If you thought weddings had to be beige, think again. Kimberly and Jacob threw tradition out the window and said yes to a wedding that felt like pure joy: a full-on carnival celebration in Arizona, complete with playful details, bold colors, and a love story that could melt even the most cynical heart.
But before we dive into the funnel cakes and Ferris wheel vibes, let’s rewind to how these two even got here.
Bumble, Soup, and Falling in Love
Kimberly and Jacob didn’t meet in some rom-com bookstore meet-cute. They met on Bumble. But instead of a casual swipe-right chat, their very first conversations dug into the big stuff: values, life goals, the things that actually matter. Kimberly had always been intentional about love — she wasn’t looking to rush into something unless it felt right. And with Jacob, it did.
When they finally planned to meet in person, Jacob got sick. Most people would have rescheduled. Kimberly didn’t. She showed up anyway and took care of him. That’s the exact moment Jacob knew. The girl who sat next to him with soup and patience? She was it.
By the time Jacob’s military career was coming to an end, the only thing left to do was make it official. 
He proposed, she said yes, and together they set out to plan a wedding that would reflect them — not anyone else’s expectations.
Step Right Up: A Wedding with Carnival Vibes
Forget stuffy ballrooms or muted neutrals. Kimberly and Jacob wanted color, playfulness, and a dash of nostalgia. The result? A wedding that looked like stepping straight into a carnival dream. Think vibrant signage, lively décor, and an atmosphere where guests didn’t just attend — they played.
And here’s the best part: it never felt like a theme park gimmick. The details were bold, but always grounded in their story. They wanted fun, yes, but also intimacy. They wanted their guests to leave saying, “That was so Kimberly and Jacob.” Mission accomplished.
Tips We’re Stealing from This Wedding
Here’s where you can take notes (without it feeling like homework):
✨ Make it personal. Kimberly and Jacob didn’t pick “carnival” just
because it was trendy. It spoke to their love of fun, vibrancy, and not taking themselves too seriously. If you’re going to choose a theme, make sure it feels like you.
🎡 Balance the bold with the heartfelt. Yes, the signage and colors were incredible. But what really stuck with everyone was Jacob’s face during the vows, remembering the soup story, the way Kimberly laughed when he stumbled on a word. Details are the frosting; the love story is the cake.
💡 Think experience, not just aesthetics. Guests were immersed in the atmosphere, not just looking at pretty tables. That’s what made it 
memorable.
Why This Wedding Stole Our Hearts
For us at Llena Vida Media, it’s weddings like this that make the job magic. It’s not just about documenting cool details (though, let’s be real, the carnival vibe was next-level). It’s about couples who unapologetically do things their way. Kimberly and Jacob didn’t settle for “nice” or “classic.” They designed a wedding that celebrated their quirks, their story, their love.
And isn’t that the point?
Planner: @seamless_gatherings
Beauty: @emeraldbeautyaz
Live caricature artist: @arielcorpuzart
Bartender: @sundaysodaaz
Photo Booth: @modshots_photobooth
Rentals: @treasuretroverentals
Bounce house: @urbanbounceaz
Voiceover: @jimkirkvo
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