Since our initial meeting with Jaclyn and Jonathan very early this year, we’ve been looking forward to their December wedding. The details they talked about, how organized they are, beautiful and so photogenic together… these two were the exact couple we love working with.
I can’t image when Jaclyn and Jon planned their December wedding that they envisioned a sunny, 35 degree day. But, Wisconsin weather is unpredictable, so be it! December weddings this year have been fantastic! After the ceremony at St. Roberts Parish in Shorewood Jaclyn and Jon along with their wedding party were more than happy to be outside for a few photo opportunities. Of course, we made a stop at their favorite local watering hole, Camp Bar. When we got to the Astor Hotel for the reception, it was decorated in Christmas-y accents and you can tell Jaclyn put a personal touch on everything.
Congratulations J&J! We are absolutely honored to have been a part of your wedding day. Here’s how we saw it:
Vendors and all the sweet, little details
Photographers: TJ + Shannon Uttke // TJ Uttke Photography
Engaged: December 6, 2013 (exactly one year prior to their wedding)
Ceremony: St. Roberts Parish // Shorewood, Wisconsin
Reception + caterer: Astor Hotel // Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Her rings: It was custom made from both bride’s grandmothers rings
Steven Paul Designs // Delafield, Wisconsin
His rings: Lyle Husar // Brookfield, Wisconsin
The Dress: Miss Ruby // Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Designer: Robert Bullock
Bridal accessories: Stella & Dot
Suits: Jos. A. Bank
Bridesmaid dresses: They each chose their own individual black cocktail dress and nude shoes
Hair : Well Spa + Salon at the Pfister // Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Makeup artist: Jessica Schiller at Well Spa + Salon at the Pfister // Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Invitations + paper goods: Minted and Swell & Grand
Flowers: Petal Pushers Floral // Milwaukee, Wisconsin
DIY Projects: Jaclyn made the wedding favors! They were the super cute Wisconsin ornaments with a heart over Milwaukee.
Ceremony music: Canon in D
Liz & Greg Flattery, friends of the bride
Reception Music + lighting: Sound by Design // Shorewood, Wisconsin
Wedding Day transportation
Wedding Party Trolley: Milwaukee Trolley // Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Bus Shuttle: Wittenberger Bus Service // Hartford, Wisconsin
Cupcakes: A Little Slice of Heaven // Milwaukee, Wisconsin
First Dance: Into the Mystic by Van Morrison
Father-Daughter Dance: I Loved Her First by Heartland
Mother-Son Dance: Lovely Day by Bill Withers
What was their favorite part of the day?
“35 degrees in December!”
Jaclyn + Jon’s advice for future couples:
“1. Take time to enjoy the engagement, don’t let the details weight you down right away.
2. Don’t sweat the small stuff, your guests won’t even notice if something is missing!
3. Take time for just the two of you during the reception. It all goes by so quickly!”
Astor Hotel Wedding Photography
