Wedding Date: May 27th 2023

This was the weekend that I decided summer was finally here. The weather was perfect and warm with big fluffy white clouds floating overhead. And of course, it’s the perfect day for a wedding. Our incredible team Photographers, Tasha and Steven, joined Michaela and Oliver for their beautiful day on what I’m deeming the official start to summer!

Tasha and Steven met this sweet pair in a garden where Oliver was ready and waiting to see his one and only, Michaela. His smile widened as her footsteps could be heard on the path behind him. He was in absolute awe of her beauty, the dress, and the fact that he got to marry this amazing woman today. It was such a sweet moment to witness and see how truly madly in love with one another they are. They could barely take their eyes off each other as they made their way around the Walker Sculpture Garden and past the iconic Spoon and Cherry. But even that Minnesota icon couldn’t steal the show as passersby watched the pair walk through the garden and shouted joyous congratulatory wishes their way.

They were whisked off to their ceremony location, the beautiful Central Lutheran Church, where Oliver’s parents were married many years ago. They both took one last deep breath before the guests turned to watch them walk down the aisle. The ceremony was sweet and very personal. Oliver’s brother-in-law played a gorgeous song on his guitar during the unity candle that had everyone blinking away tears of joy. Then the moment arrived, they were announced husband and wife and marched down the aisle and out the grand church doors where a sea of guests was waiting for them, all waving ribbon wands in celebration.

Now off to the party! They chose the fun new venue, Loring Social, for its laid back atmosphere that matched their own chill vibes. The tables were dotted with citrus and bright flowers, bringing a ray of sunlight into the room. They also had the big garage door open to the alleyway to quite literally let the summer night pour inside. It was an incredible evening of dancing on a packed dance floor, mingling in the alley while sipping cocktails, and the perfect way to kickoff summer.

Vendors: Loring Social (reception venue), Central Lutheran Church (ceremony), Piece of Cake (wedding planner, Green Goddess Floral (florist), D'Amico (catering), Jos. A Bank (suit), Lady Vamp Artistry (hair and makeup), Fossil Prints (stationery)