Amy and Kris

October 9, 2010
Holy Family Catholic Church, Orlando
Mystic Dunes Resort & Golf Club, Celebration
Photographs By Domenico Castaldo

How Amy Bunn, 30, and Kristopher Hanigosky, 29, met on the Fourth of July in 2004 remains a matter of dispute between the couple. According to Kris, Amy hit on him. But as Amy recalls, “I approached Kris, thinking he dated someone I knew, but I was mistaken.” Her inquiry wasn’t a come-on, she insists. “Regardless, it was a good mistake,” Amy says, “because he asked me out to dinner, and we’ve been together ever since.” They dated five and a half years before the topic of marriage came up in April 2009. Kris, an industrial engineer, and Amy, an account executive at a marketing firm, decided to spend the day boating on the Butler Chain. It appeared to be just another day on the water for the avid boaters. But as the sun began to set, Kris pulled out a ring and asked Amy to marry him. She said yes, and the two sailed off into the proverbial sunset—but with a caveat: It would be the only time she could wear her ring onboard. “Kris knows I have a tendency to lose diamond jewelry while boating,” Amy says. “So I’m allowed on boat trips, but the ring’s not. It’s much safer if it stays home.”

DETAILS

Theme: Simple and classic; the colors were black and white
On Their Choice of Reception: Amy says she and Kris really liked the setting of the clubhouse, and it was a huge added benefit that everyone could stay onsite at the resort. Its location made the wedding convenient for everyone.
Caterer: Mystic Dunes Resort & Golf Club, Celebration
Most Memorable Moment: Amy says starting their new lives together with friends and family.
If They Had a Do-Over: She wouldn’t wait until the week before the wedding to do the small things, like setting the table numbers and assembling escort cards.
Bridesmaids: 7
Groomsmen: 5
Guests: 170
Bridal Gown: A fit-and-flare strapless gown by Alfred Angelo Sapphire from Alfred Angelo, Altamonte Springs
Photographer: Domenico Castaldo of Castaldo Studio, Orlando
Videographer: A Magic Moment, Orlando
Cake: Party Flavors Custom Cakes, Ocoee
Florist: Lee Forrest Design, Orlando
Stationer: Graphic designer, Mari Ani Camchong; and printer, C&S Press
Music: Soundwave Entertainment, Orlando
Officiant: Father Kevin Dominik, cousin of the groom
Honeymoon: Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa, Antigua