An Intimate, Elegant Wedding at The Umstead Hotel and Spa in Cary NC
An Elegant Fall Wedding at The Umstead | Claudia & Kyle
Claudia and Kyle’s elegant fall wedding at The Umstead Hotel and Spa in Cary, North Carolina, featuring an intimate outdoor ceremony and timeless portraits.
Some weddings are big and bold. Others are quiet, intentional, and deeply personal. Claudia and Kyle’s wedding at The Umstead Hotel and Spa in Cary NC was the latter in the very best way.
Their day was centered around family, meaningful moments, and an elegant brunch celebration that felt refined without ever feeling stiff. From the start, their vision was clear. An intimate wedding experience with close loved ones, incredible food, and space to truly be present.
How Claudia and Kyle Met
Claudia and Kyle first met in the University of Miami marching band. Kyle was a drummer and Claudia was on the dance team. Their shared love of music, rhythm, and teamwork laid the foundation for a relationship that feels both grounded and joyful.
An Elegant Brunch Wedding at The Umstead
The Umstead Hotel and Spa is known for its serene setting, impeccable service, and understated luxury. It is an ideal venue for couples who want a wedding that feels elevated yet calm.
Claudia and Kyle envisioned an intimate, elegant brunch wedding, and The Umstead delivered that experience beautifully. The natural light, refined spaces, and seamless hospitality created an atmosphere where nothing felt rushed and every moment had room to breathe.
A Ceremony Filled With Meaning
Their favorite moment of the day was the ceremony itself. Claudia’s brother officiated, sharing stories and reflections that were deeply personal and heartfelt. It was one of those ceremonies where you could feel the connection in the room. Emotional without being overdone. Thoughtful without being performative.
Those are always the ceremonies that linger with people long after the day is over.
Thoughtful Details and a Dream Team of Vendors
Claudia and Kyle assembled an incredible vendor team who understood their vision and executed it with care.
Venue and Catering
The Umstead Hotel and Spa
Planning and Coordination
Sally Oakley Weddings and Events
Videography
Twenty One Films
Florals
FauxReal Flowers
Cake and Desserts
Love Cake
Music
Bunn DJ Company
Hair and Makeup
Perfection by Patricia
Rentals
Curated Events
Each vendor played a role in creating a wedding day that felt seamless, personal, and intentional from start to finish.
Photographing an Umstead Wedding Day
Claudia and Kyle were photographed by Amanda and Sarah from the Fancy This Photography team, and their words about the experience say it best:
“Working with Fancy This Photography was a wonderful experience. Amanda and Sarah were a calming presence on our wedding day and were a joy to be around. They captured our day and our families beautifully and in a way that felt very personal and authentic to who we are as a couple. We still cannot get over our wedding photos.”
That sense of calm and authenticity is always our goal. Especially at a venue like The Umstead, where the experience is meant to feel unhurried and intentional.
Advice From the Couple
When asked what advice they would give to couples currently planning their wedding, Claudia and Kyle shared this:
“Start early, establish what is important to you, and spend your money on those important things.”
It is simple advice, but it is exactly what they did. And it shows in every part of their day.
Why The Umstead Is Perfect for Intimate Weddings
If you are planning a smaller guest count or a refined wedding experience, The Umstead Hotel and Spa is one of the strongest choices in the Triangle. It offers privacy, impeccable service, and an environment that allows couples to focus on what truly matters.
Claudia and Kyle’s wedding is a perfect example of how meaningful and impactful an intimate celebration can be.
If you are planning a wedding at The Umstead or considering a luxury hotel wedding in Cary or the Triangle, we would love to photograph your day.
As an Umstead wedding photographer, we love how the property offers both indoor elegance and outdoor garden spaces.
