Describe Your Wedding Vision 

From the moment we got engaged the planning process started. We always knew we wanted a fall wedding. Our vision was classic and simple. Nothing too trendy that we would cringe at years later. White flowers, classic black and white tuxedos, and touches of gold scattered throughout. We chose a mauve for the bridesmaids’ dresses and Anna wore an incredible ball gown. A few things that we knew we wanted when finding vendors were a venue with an indoor/outdoor option, great music and a DJ who knew how to read the dance floor, and exceptionally delicious food that our guests would talk about for years to come. We, of course, wanted to add a few personal touches including a petal confetti toss as we exited the church using only dried rose petals that Andrew had given Anna over their 7 years together, a unique canvas painting guestbook, and adding a signature drink for our pups. In the end, our vision came to life on our wedding day making it the most perfect and memorable night for us and our families.  

Describe Your Wedding Day 

Our wedding day was a gorgeous and unseasonably warm fall day. We were blessed with clear skies and a nice breeze. The ladies started the day off with coffee and Chick-fil-a at the salon to get their glam on. They eventually made it to the church to change into dresses and get a few photos in the intimate vestibule while the groom and groomsmen took some photos outside as guests started to arrive. Right on time, the beautiful nuptial mass began in the stunning church built in 1841. Photos at the church were a bit hectic as some family members had already headed to the reception venue for cocktails and the lighting in the church was a little tricky. Our drive to the Blue Heron was longer than expected since the President of the United States was in town causing traffic to continuously be redirected. Nevertheless everyone made it to the reception! Dinner and dancing followed cocktail hour, and the night went by in a flash. It was everything we dreamed it would be. 

Your Advice to Engaged Couples 

We would definitely recommend hiring a day-of coordinator. Ours helped us so much from making sure we ate lunch, to rounding up the bridal party, to keeping the other vendors in check if they veered too far from the timeline. Also, don’t stress about the little things. In the end, no one will remember what stamp was on your invitations, how you addressed your envelopes, what you ate at the rehearsal dinner, or what color pocket squares the groomsmen had. They will remember all the fun they had celebrating the lovely couple. Remember, although making a timeline helps the day go along more smoothly, it is YOUR day. If there is a bump in the road and you are late for pictures or your first dance is a few minutes later than planned, well they can’t start without you! Everything will fall into place. Take time to enjoy the moment.