Reimagining the Queer Wedding: A Styled Shoot at Q Kansas City
- Q Kansas City
- Jun 25
- 2 min read
At Q Kansas City, we don’t just host events, we help tell stories. And this one? It was a powerful reimagining of what a wedding can look like when it centers queer joy, trans beauty, and uninhibited self-expression.
When Robin Delgado, founder of Love Notes Wedding Content Co, a queer and Latina-owned business, reached out with a vision to reimagine the gay wedding through a styled shoot, we didn’t hesitate. The concept was bold and long overdue: showcase what’s possible when queer people, especially trans and nontraditional couples, are placed at the center of the wedding experience.
Held inside our venue at Q Kansas City, this Pride Month shoot brought together a dream team of LGBTQ+ and ally vendors and it was nothing short of stunning. Every element, from floral design to fashion to the emotion on each model’s face, told a deeper story: that love is most beautiful when it’s authentic. That tradition doesn’t have to mean conformity. And that our community, as always, leads the way.
The shoot wasn’t just about capturing gorgeous photos it was about possibility. And no one embodied that spirit more than Landon Patterson, the bride at the heart of the shoot. Here’s what she shared:
“It meant so much to be included, especially as a trans woman. There isn’t a lot of media, lookbooks, or representation of trans women getting married. So getting to see myself in that light was truly magical. From trying on the dress to getting my hair done and stepping in front of the camera, it felt like a fairytale, and honestly, a little emotional. It gave me hope and excitement that I really can have that special day for myself one day. And if it made me feel that way, I know it might do the same for another young trans girl, trans boy, or queer person who sees these photos and realizes: they can have the wedding of their dreams too.” ~Landon Patterson
This shoot isn’t just a pretty moment, it’s a cultural shift. It’s a reminder that queer love leads the way. That we set the trends. And that when we’re the ones telling the story, it looks a whole lot more beautiful.
If you're searching for LGBTQ-friendly wedding vendors or know a couple getting ready to tie the knot this curated list features an incredible group of inclusive professionals ready to help make the big day unforgettable.
The Dream Team That Brought It to Life:
Planner: @jadedevents_kc
Venue: @qkansascit
Content & Design: @lovenotescontent
Photography: @theloveclub.photo & @erishyllmaephotography
Videography: @weddingvideographykansascity @therealbridesshow
Floral: @pinkpeonykcCake: @tinyandbigcreationsinc
Bar: @ecookbartending
Live Painter: @kulandkrafty
Linens & Centerpieces: @polkadotskc
Tablewares: @goodstuffchina
Backdrop: @bossbabeballoonco
Disco Ball Installation: @designwisekc
Hair/Makeup: @lovelybeautykc
Dresses: @nataliemstudio
Suits: @huesformal
Models: @landonpatterson, @tristiannnnbrianaaaa, @joeydiazmua, @scoote.r
We’re honored to have hosted this shoot at Q, where our mission has always been to celebrate and uplift our community. Here’s to more moments like this where every couple gets to feel seen, celebrated, and truly themselves.
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