A couple kept their engagement a secret for 9 months and had a surprise wedding

Samantha GrindellOct 30, 2021, 18:34 IST

Amy and Ryan Nolan had a surprise wedding.Emily Wren Photography

Amy and Ryan Nolan had a surprise wedding in May 2021.
They got engaged in August 2020, and they didn't tell anyone for nine months.

There was a spark between Amy and Ryan Nolan the moment they met.

Amy and Ryan Nolan have been together since 2018. Emily Wren Photography

The couple got engaged in 2020 - but they didn't tell anyone.

They kept their engagement a secret. Emily Wren Photography

They planned a surprise wedding for May 22, 2021.

They had a surprise wedding. Emily Wren Photography

The Nolans worked with a wedding planner to make the surprise nuptials come together.

The Nolans worked with a wedding planner. Emily Wren Photography

Amy even shopped for her wedding dress by herself.

She picked out her wedding dress on her own. Emily Wren Photography

Amy chose an off-the-shoulder dress for the surprise wedding.

The bride's dress was from David's Bridal. Emily Wren Photography

Keeping the event a secret was difficult at times.

Pulling off a secret wedding was difficult. Emily Wren Photography

The Nolans didn't even send real wedding invitations.

They didn't send invitations. Emily Wren Photography

Most guests were clued in on the true nature of the party when they saw Ryan.

Ryan greeted their guests. Emily Wren Photography

A few people had to be clued in about the wedding before it happened, though.

A handful of people knew about the wedding. Emily Wren Photography

Amy said that Ryan kept her calm and happy on the wedding day.

Ryan supported Amy throughout the wedding day. Emily Wren Photography

The reception was outdoors.

They served barbecue at the reception. Emily Wren Photography

The reception had a relaxed feel.

They played games. Emily Wren Photography

Amy said spending time with her loved ones was one of the best parts of the day for her.

Some couldn't attend the wedding. Emily Wren Photography

Amy and Ryan are glad they had a private engagement.

It was special to privately plan their wedding. Emily Wren Photography

"He has such a big heart," Amy said of why she loves Ryan.

Amy loves Ryan's heart. Emily Wren Photography

"He's so loving to all his friends and family," she said of her husband.

The Nolans. Emily Wren Photography

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