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Reeds and Rushes Wedding :: Howard Lake, MN

Nestled amidst the calm waters of Mallard Pass Lake, Reeds and Rushes in Howard Lake, MN was the perfect location for Ava and Landen to begin on their journey of love that had been years in the making. Their story, woven with childhood memories, shared dreams, and a sprinkle of Christmas, culminated in a heartfelt proposal that set the stage for their beautiful and glorious spring wedding.

Ava and Landen’s love story started back to their childhood days at Living Waters Church in Zimmerman, Minnesota. Growing up together, attending church services, and sharing countless moments with their families; their mutual love and bond deepened over the years. Over the years Ava had a secret crush on Landen for six long years, their connection growing stronger with each passing day. They were not just childhood friends; they were soulmates destined to find each other.

The turning point in their love story came during the cozy Christmas season. Landen invited Ava to his apartment for a festive activity. Little did she know, it was not just about hanging ornaments and stringing lights—it would be the moment that their next chapter would begin. After the two had decorated the entire apartment, they moved on to decorate the tree. Ava was grabbing ornaments out of the boxes while Landen put them on the tree. The last ornament she unwrapped from the tissue paper was a ring shaped ornament that had a picture of the two of them on it. As she turned to face him, Landen then got down on one knee and asked if Ava would marry him

Their Memorial Day wedding bloomed with love and joy as Ava and Landen tied the knot in a breathtaking ceremony at Reeds and Rushes surrounded by friends and family from near and far. It was a day filled with heartfelt moments, laughter, and the expert touches of talented vendors who transformed their vision into reality.

The magic of Ava and Landen’s wedding day was woven together by a team of skilled vendors who poured their expertise into every detail, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable experience. From the elegant setup to the smooth flow of events, Shelly Waters Events orchestrated the day flawlessly, allowing Ava and Landen to enjoy every moment. JC Styles worked their magic, creating stunning hairstyles for the bridal party, adding an extra touch of glamour to the occasion. And Ava, with her artistic flair, handled her own makeup, radiating beauty and confidence as she walked down the aisle.

Northern BBQ delighted guests with a feast fit for royalty, tantalizing taste buds and creating a culinary experience to remember. Nadia’s Cakes brought in tasty cupcakes for guests to enjoy. Tyler Chessmore set the perfect ambiance with his musical talents, ensuring that the dance floor was always alive with joy and celebration.

Classy Consignments provided Ava with her dream wedding dress, while the groom and his party looked dapper in attire from Men’s Wearhouse. The rings, symbolic of their eternal love, were sourced from Brilliant Earth, reflecting their commitment to ethical standards.

As Ava and Landen exchanged vows and enjoyed an amazing day, surrounded by loved ones, it was clear that this was more than just a wedding—it was a celebration of love, togetherness, and the bonds that unite us.

Memorial Day weekend became a cherished memory not just for the couple but for everyone who witnessed the beauty and joy of their union. Here’s to a lifetime of happiness, love, and unforgettable moments for Ava and Landen! Enjoy your incredible honeymoon to one of my favorite places:: the beautiful island of St. Lucia!!

Venue:: Reeds and Rushes// Wedding dress:: Classy Consignments // Planning:: Shelly Waters // Hair:: JC Styles // Make-up:: // Men’s Ware:: Men’s Warehouse // Caterer:: Northern BBQ // Desserts:: Nadia Cakes // DJ:: Instant Request // Stationary:: Shutterfly // Rings:: Brilliant Earth

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    Bavaria Downs; Edward Anne Estate :: Chaska, MN

    Bavaria Downs is an absolutely beautiful wedding venue. With its European charm, this private estate is tucked back into the rolling hills of Chaska and was the perfect setting to host Kristen and Connors August summer wedding. As grads from KU, Kristen, and Connor occasionally crossed paths while they were in college. Both being from Minnesota, they would drive back-and-forth together (along with a bunch of their Minnesota friends) and realized along the way, they both shared a sense of adventuring and eventually fell in love. Their admiration and joy is contagious to all around them, and I couldn’t wait to celebrate their wedding day alongside them and their family and friends.

    The morning began in the Edward Anne Estates countryside bridal suite with the girls getting ready. Mimosas were clinked as Ziel Bridal took care of hair and make up for Kristen and her bridesmaids. Kristen‘s mom helped her get into her breathtaking Calla Blanche gown from Annika bridal while Connor and his groomsmen kept busy in the Club Room playing pool and cards. He eventually was helped into his emerald green Martin Patrick 3 suit from Atmosfere while his groomsmen dressed in their suits and floral ties from Etsy.

    Kristen and Connor chose to do their first look on the terrace of the estate. After an emotional and tearful, first look, we perused the estate for couple photos. Family and the wedding party eventually joined us for more photots. The bridesmaids looked amazing in their dresses from Azazie and the florals that Kate Elliscu created popped when paired with the tan suits and lavendar dresses. We finished with family photos just before guests arrived in summer soirée for the ceremony. Pops of color dabbled the beautiful ceremony site as guests overlooked the landscape of tall grasses and shimmering lake. Connor and Kristen exchanged vows and rings from Landmark Jewelers. They also included a water pouring ceremony of water from Lake Minnetonka and water from the Pacific Ocean in California where the couple now resides into their ceremony. Guests cheered as they were pronounced husband and wife and as the couple exited, they were covered in rose petals. D’amico catering provided an assortment of cocktail hour appetizers and refreshing cocktails for the afternoon. Connor and Kristen toasted their bridal party and then headed into the reception for their first dance.

    After the first dance, we headed out for an incredible golden hour and returned just in time for dinner from D’Amico and toasts by the grooms father, maid of honors, and best man. Lucky of Harmony DJ got one incredible party going while Dena and Matt from We do Wedding Videography captured the entire day on film. We ended the night with a beautiful sparkler exit and joy had by all. Kristen and Connor, it was an honor to document your day! Best wishes to you both as you start on your next adventure together!

    Ceremony and Reception:: Bavaria Downs; Edward Anne Estate // Hair and Make-up:: Ziel Bridal // Wedding dress:: Calla Blanche purchased at Annika Bridal // Florals:: Kate Elliscu // Mensware:: Martin Patrick 3 purchased at Atmosfere // Rings:: Landmark Jewelers // Bridesmaid dresses:: Azazie // DJ:: Lucky of Harmony DJ Entertainment // Caterer:: D’Amico Catering // Video:: Dena and Matt of We Do Wedding Videography // Shuttle Service:: Renee’s Limo // Photobooth:: Bellagala // Groomsmen Ties:: Etsy //

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      The Clearing at Riverside Terrace Wedding:: Sauk Rapids, MN

      In the midst of raising their own children and working rigorous jobs, unexpectedly, Dana and Jonathan met on eHarmony. Both knew what they were looking for in a life partner and within the first few dates as they shared their love of biking, cross-country and downhill skiing, hiking, traveling, and attending live music festivals, they both knew that what they had been looking for had been found. They clicked right away and since that moment, the two have not separated. At an Avett Brothers concert in Red Rocks, Colorado, Jonathan proposed to Dana and with a resounding yes, planning for their summer wedding began.

      Jonathan and Dana chose to be married at The Clearing at Riverside Terrace, a beautiful event space along the banks of the Mississippi River in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota. The couple wanted to be in an outdoor space that emanated their love for nature and the outdoors, and the space was perfect. Wildflowers, water, rocks, and trees gave a serene, feel to all who joined them for their wedding day. Dana and her bridesmaids began the day by getting ready together for hair and makeup. Mitsu Yang from Liv and Reed Salon did Dana‘s hair in a beautiful up-do. Trisha Power grew and then created, a beautiful array of zinnias, dahlias, and wildflowers for the bouquets, boutonnieres, and table arrangements to display on their wedding day. The florals paired perfectly with the lavender Azazie dresses that each bridesmaid chose. The men looked dapper and their Ralph Lauren and Banana Republic tan linen suits while Dana wore a Sincerity Bridal dress purchased at Brides of France in Edina, Minnesota. Classic and elegant, it was a perfect dress for her.

      Friends and family came from near and far to celebrate the couple exchange vows. Jonathan‘s sister-in-law, Jessica, officiated their beautiful ceremony while Jonathan‘s son, Alex and nephew Rowan, played a heavy metal piece for the couple, and a sand ceremony was done to show the blending of the two families Jonathan and Dana chose to exchange rings from Bergstrom Studio and ended the ceremony with a kiss while guests celebrated with the couple.

      The cocktail hour was followed by tasty Thai and Filipino food from Arroy Thai, and Megan Johnson of Little Sister Bake Shoppe created the most perfect cake and cupcakes, complete with decals of skis, bikes, and kayaks for guests to enjoy. Jonathan and Joe of Harmony DJ Entertainment brought the party to life and all enjoyed time together to celebrate this beautiful couple. Congratulations, Dana and Jonathan, it was a joy to work with you. I hope you enjoy your honeymoon in Greece!

      Ceremony and Reception:: The Clearing at Riverside Terrace // Hair:: Mitsu Yang of Liv & Reed Salon // Wedding dress:: Sincerity Bridal purchased at Brides of France // Florals:: Trisha Power // Baker:: Megan Johnson of Little Sister Bake Shoppe // Mensware:: Ralph Lauren and Banana Republic // Rings:: Bergstrom Studio // Bridesmaid dresses:: Azazie // DJ:: Jonathan and Joe of Harmony DJ Entertainment // Stationary:: Minted // Caterer:: Arroy Thai and Fillipino // Video:: Friend of Family – Aaron Bromenschenkel//

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        Maple Ridge Farm Wedding:: Taylors Falls, MN

        This past spring, I met Makayl and Brendan for their engagement session at the beautiful Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge in Zimmermann, MN. It was a beautiful spring evening and wonderful to get to know them. I knew their wedding day would be just as amazing, and it turned out to be the most beautiful summer day filled with joy and emotion. Everything ran smoothly from start to finish thanks to all the planning Makayl did for their July wedding at Maple Ridge Farm. This gorgeous Taylors Falls venue was the perfect place to host their outdoor wedding, and I was so excited to celebrate with their family and friends.

        Makayl and her bridesmaids began the day by getting ready in the beautiful bridal suite at Maple Ridge Farm. Jeaninne Dille, a friend of Makayl family, did Makayl’s hair and make-up for her wedding day. Makayl then got into her stunning Oleg Cassini dress purchased from David’s Bridal and then went out to do a first look with her father. There was not a dry eye around as her father and then brothers saw her for the first time. We then moved into photos with her and her bridesmaids, who all purchased their classic black dresses individually, bringing their own individually to the wedding day. The groomsmen joined us later for a few photos, looking dapper in their black tuxes from Men’s Warehouse and then we sat off to get Brendan and Makayl married.

        Makayla and Brandon exchanged vows and then rings from Kay Jewelers under a beautiful arbor in the field and more tears flowed as Makayl brought out her guitar and sang a surprise song she had written to Brendon. Guests cheered as they were pronounced, husband and wife while Alyssa Suchy caught everything on video for the couple.

        Because Brendon and Makayl decided not to do a first look, we then went into family and wedding party photos around the beautiful grounds of the farm. Guests mingled through the cocktail hour with ice cold drinks and freezies (the brides’s favorite) while they chatted and caught up with friends before gathering in the barn for dinner from Deutschland Meats and cake to follow. Following the speeches, we headed out for some incredible golden hour photos in the fields, and then returned for the first dances. Brendan’s sister filled in for their mother who had recently passed away. There was not a dry eye in the place as Brendan they danced to “You Look Wonderful Tonight,” the song their parents danced to on their wedding day. PM Enterprises then transitioned and brought the party to life with loads of dancing from this incredible crew. Before ending the night Makayl, Brandon and I headed out for one last sunset shot and late night snacks arrived for guests. 

        Makayl and Brendan, congratulations again and thank you so much for allowing me to be a part of your day, it was such an honor. Have a wonderful time on your honeymoon to Door County and many blessings to you as you begin married life!

        Ceremony and Reception:: Maple Ridge Farm // Hair and Make-up:: Jeaninne Dille // Wedding dress:: Oleg Cassini purchased at David’s Bridal // Baker:: Cambridge Cub Foods // Mensware:: Men’s Wearhouse // Rings:: Kay Jewelers // DJ:: PM Enterprises // Caterer:: Deutschland Meats // Video:: Alyssa Suchy // Earrings:: Family heirloom of the Bride //

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          Mississippi Gardens Wedding :: Minneapolis, MN

          They met on Bumble, and after officially dating for eight days, Carrie asked Steve to come along with her to Cancun Mexico for a trip with her family. Steve, knowing right away, Carrie would be the woman for him, said yes, and the two have been together ever since!

          After a surprise proposal in Cabo, Mexico, Steve and Carrie began planning their July wedding. Because they both love the heat and being outdoors, they decided to host their wedding at Leopold’s Mississippi Gardens in Minneapolis. The day began with the ladies getting ready at the venue. Summer from Glamour Beauty created a beautiful updo for Carrie while Taylor from Taylor Marie Beauty provided make up for all of the bridesmaids. Carrie then got into her beautiful Martina Liana dress purchased from Raffine Bridal and then went out to meet Steve for their first look.

          The wedding party, then joined them for photos with the bridesmaids, wearing beautiful burgundy dresses from Azazie. The groomsmen‘s looked dapper in their gray suits from Men’s Warehouse while Michelle Copeland of Custom Floral Designs, brought the look together with a beautiful array of flowers that contained burgundy, white, and babies breath. Both family’s then joined us for more photos on the beautiful property. Carrie and Steve were wed under a beautiful arbor of flowers along the Mississippi River. They exchanged rings from Wedding Day Diamonds and then were announced husband and wife in front of family and friends. Guests welcome them at their cocktail hour where signature drinks of sidecars and Mojito‘s were served along with tasty appetizers from Mintahoe Catering and Events. Carrie and Steve welcomed guess by doing their first dance as they were announced and then everyone had dinner as they listened to speeches from the best Man and maid of honor. Buttercream wedding cakes provided a beautiful cake and Alex night with Instant Request DJ got the party started and Bill from Peterson Brothers productions caught the entire day on film.

          Carrie and Steve, it was an honor to be a part of your beautiful wedding day. I hope your honeymoon to The Grande in Saint Lucia is amazing! Congratulations!!

          Ceremony and Reception:: Mississippi Gardens // Hair:: Sommer of Glamour Beauty // Make-up:: Taylor Marie Beauty // Wedding dress:: Martina Liana purchased at Raffiné Bridal // Florals:: Michele Copeland of Custom Floral Designs // Baker:: Buttercream Wedding Cakes // Mensware:: Men’s Wearhouse // Rings:: Wedding Day Diamonds // Bridesmaid dresses:: Azazie // DJ:: Alex Knight with Instant Request DJ // Stationary:: Zazzle // Musicians:: Singer; Mary Lieser, Pianist; Mark Flasch // Caterer:: Mintahoe Catering and Events // Video:: Peterson Brothers Productions //

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