Leading up to their wedding day, Lisa and Dan said many times they wanted the day to reflect them personally. Sometimes, though, wedding days get away from the couple. Focus is spent too much on details, what other people think and eventually, the day gets a little away from them. When we started talking about their wedding about a year ago, they told us they definitely wanted two things at their wedding that reflected them the most. Good food and good music. What else could you ask for?! And luckily for their guests and us, they delivered.
They started their celebration at St. Hedwig’s, a Milwaukee East Side staple, and later joined their guests at Turner Hall Ballroom. It’s probably our favorite venue in Milwaukee to photograph at. It’s fairly easy to see why too. It has such a unique look and feel, completely unmatched by any venue around here.
After a delicious dinner, the band played late into the night and rumor has it, Lisa and Dan joined them on stage for the encore. Here’s how we saw their fabulous day:
Turner Hall Wedding Photography
Vendors and all the sweet, little details
Photographers: TJ + Shannon Uttke // TJ Uttke Photography
Engaged: August 10, 2013
Ceremony: Three Holy Women – St. Hedwig // Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Reception: Turner Hall // Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Her rings: Jared The Galleria of Jewelry // Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
His rings: Kohl’s
The Dress: Christy’s Bon Bon Belle // Burlington, Wisconsin
Bridal accessories: Veil from Etsy
Shoes: Nina
Earrings: Kohl’s
Designer: Alfred Angelo
Suits: Apt 9, Kohls
Bridesmaid dresses: Savvy Bride // Brookfield, Wisconsin
Hair : Alyssa & Amy at Trenz Seekers // New Berlin, Wisconsin
Invitations + paper goods: Tara at Type Ten Printable Design // Etsy
Flowers: Love Grows Floral Design // Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Reception Music: Cold Sweat and the Brew City Horns // Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Caterer: Buca di Beppo
Cupcakes: Classy Girl Cupcakes // Milwaukee, Wisconsin
First Dance: Tupelo Honey by Van Morrison
Father-Daughter / Mother-Son Dance: Wonderful World by Louis Armstrong
What was their favorite part of the day?
“Getting married 🙂 The second part was listening and dancing to the band.”
Lisa + Dan’s advice for future couples:
“1. Chip away at the to do list, the last week is hectic
2. There is a lot of pressure to keep up with other weddings; do what is right for YOUR wedding!
3. Enjoy the day, it flies by!”
