Picture Perfect!
Such an AMAZING couple and two amazing families! We were referred to Jennie and her mom, Kim, by Megan at the Crowne Plaza - Union Station. Jennie and Kim called us and the rest was as they say...history! Jennie and Kim had a vision in their heads as to what they wanted everything to look like and they had already hired their other major vendors prior to hiring us, so it was a matter of helping them get their vision across on the big day! We had meetings at Crowne Plaza many times to go over how everything was supposed to be set and we met with the florist numerous times to make sure that their vision was truly captured by Judy (Ayers Flowers Wholesale).The rehearsal went great! There was a wedding getting ready to take place on the day of the rehearsal so we improvised and had the rehearsal in the hallway! It was a piece of cake and everyone did awesome with the practice location! From there they had their rehearsal dinner at J. Gumbos in Indianapolis and then as a group they went to an Indianapolis Indians baseball game!
The day of the wedding was just AMAZING! The bridal party (who had all stayed at the Crowne Plaza the night before) walked over to Pan Am Plaza to get their hair and make-up done. Once they were finished they walked back over to the Crowne Plaza and had a great time in the girls dressing room! The guys arrived and went to their dressing room where they ate, talked and got ready for photos! Mike and the guys had all of their photos done first and then it was time for Jennie and the girls! Jennie looked absolutely RADIANT! She was 6 months pregnant and you COULD NOT tell! Her dress was just so gorgeous and elegant. Following their individual pictures, it was time for them to see each other for the first time! Ahh...it just make me want to tear up, because both of them cried! It was so sweet!
Judy did a great job with the flowers for everyone and the flowers used for the ceremony site and the reception site were just what Jennie and Kim envisioned! The cakes arrived and looked STUNNING. They got Mike a groom's cake with the Cubs logo on it! The string quartet arrived and then it was time for guests!
Everything was set up so elegantly! There were rose petals and candles everywhere! They also had a table of family photos from each side. Their guest book was a big photo mat with Mike & Jennie's engagement picture in it! Their programs were made by Jennie's brother, Mike Jr., and turned out AWESOME! I found this GREAT website that has a ton of different ideas and it fit their really elegant and royal theme. Everything just tied together so nicely. Their colors were ecru (ivory) and black.
The guests were seated to wonderful musical selections by the Grace String Quartet and then it was show time! Everyone did so great and everything went PERFECT! There was such a sweet and tender moment right before we sent Jennie and her dad, Mike, down the aisle! We told her how beautiful she was (truly...she was gorgeous) and asked her if she was ready and that brought on a flood of emotions and she started to get teary eyed and turned into her dad...so sweet! Then, it took my breath away when it was time for Jennie and her dad to start down the aisle! The trumpet was playing to "Trumpet Voluntary." It was truly a royal entrance!
Following the recessional, Mike and Jennie went back and released each row, while their wedding party went upstairs to their own private cocktail hour. The guests had a great cocktail hour while the UNBELIEVABLE staff at the Crowne Plaza flipped the room in about a half an hour (half the time they normally have). We were definitely all scrambling behind the scenes, but that's why you hire us...so you don't have to worry about all of that :) When the room was transformed it was STUNNING!
Jennie's brother, Scott, was in charge of introducing the wedding party and WOW...we could not have picked anyone better! He did such a great job and has such an announcers voice! He made it fun and really got everyone in the mood for a fun and exciting evening! Right after the introductions, Mike & Jennie cut the cake and then Jennie's dad, Mike, gave a really nice welcome speech and Kevin (the officiant and groom's brother - who did a great job) gave the blessing! Dinner was served and yum...yum...you cannot go wrong with the food Chef Randy and his staff at Crowne Plaza prepare! Next up were the toasts and everyone did so great! All of their families and friends have such great personalities and really know how to have fun! Following that we had all of the special dances and the the bouquet and garter toss! It was then time to PARTY for the rest of the evening!
The Flying Toasters were the band for the evening and they were just OUTSTANDING! They kept people out on the dance floor all night long and really took the time to include their guests so that they stayed engaged in the atmosphere (although....it's hard not to, because all of the lights and great music are infectious)!
The last song of the evening was "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" and then we gathered the guests outside and handed out sparklers to each guest as they lined the pathway to the horse and carriage! Mike and Jennie made their way down the path and rode off into the city lights! It was truly magical and such a fitting ending for such a royal couple and wedding!
Here are the vendors who helped to make Mike & Jennie's day so AMAZING:
· Pastry Diva - Andrea did such a GREAT job with all of the detail work on their wedding cake and the groom's cake! It was delicious!
· Grace String Quartet (Powell Music) - WOW...amazing as always! They are all such great people to work with and they no cease to amaze us!
· Flying Toasters - Jason and the band were just AWESOME! Like I said earlier...they kept the guests on their feet the entire night and really gave special attention to make everyone feel included and energized! They are AMAZING!
· Ayers Flowers Wholesale - Judy did a great job of making Jennie and Kim's vision come to life.
· Meridian Design Group - They did such a WONDERFUL job with everyone's hair and make-up! Everyone looked stunning!
· Kevin Kiefer (Officiant) - Kevin did such a GREAT job! He is the groom's brother and did a great job of tying in stories from their family and he truly made it personal and unique to them! Kevin was so WONDERFUL to work with!
· Mary-Ellen Bertram Studios - WOW...Mary-Ellen is FABULOUS at what she does! The pictures are beyond AMAZING! She truly did a great job of capturing how royal and elegant the day was! We cannot say enough good things about her!
· Crowne Plaza Union Station - Megan, Cambrie and their staff...simply the best! I'm sure you all have noticed a running theme...we truly LOVE working with them and they make the process so easy for us and our clients! It is just a truly beautiful venue!
· Dos Halos Studios - Zach and Rikki provided the videography for the day and we are so excited to see the video! They were so nice to work with :)
· Yellow Rose Carriage - AWESOME as usual! They are just first class and great to work with as well!
The Invitation
The Groom, Mike
The GORGEOUS, Jennie
Jennie...again...AMAZING shot!
The Group Shot
BEAUTIFUL Group Shot
Grace String Quartet
Escort Cards
Yummy...shrimp shooters!
The Grand Hall
"Thank You"
Yum...cake :)
Mike's surprise groom's cake
Guitars from The Flying Toasters...they are AWESOME!
Kim & Mike
Mike & Jennie...we cannot THANK YOU enough for allowing us to share in your special day! It was truly royal and we enjoyed so much getting to know both of you and your great families (Kim - we love you and thank you so much for all of your kind words and friendship)! Everyone was so delightful to work with and we thank you so much for all of your kind words! We wish the two of you the absolute BEST! You two deserve so many great things in life and we are so excited for you and your little bundle of joy...they are having a girl :) Thank you again!
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