Oh. My.
There are no words to describe Carolyn and Chris! They are such beautiful people, and it only makes sense because their families are equally as amazing. They are the perfect match made in heaven, or rather, the perfect match made in the air. Almost literally, y'all! (I may have spent too much time talking with this sweet Southern transplant!)

Chris and Carolyn happen to work for the same airline and somehow their paths crossed as Carolyn's plane landed in Baltimore. Thank goodness for that!! They were both sporting Packer lanyards and struck up a brief, yet memorable conversation before parting ways only to run into each other again that day! Carolyn left a note for Chris that said "Go Pack Go" and that may have sealed the deal. I'm sensing an underlying Packers theme here! Chris found her on Facebook and they carried on their conversations until they finally had a first date in Denver, CO. 

Chris, originally from the East Coast, and Carolyn, originally from the West Coast, now live in the great state of Texas. So what's a couple to do when their families are on opposite sides of the county? Get married in Wisconsin, of course! Their mutual love of the Packers, and the "more" convenient, midwest Wisconsin destination meant a small, but mightly group of East- and West-coasters would descend on glorious Lambeau Field. We think they made a great choice!

Their busy schedules, compounded by living out of state, meant that needed some help. After a last minute coffee chat in-person while they were town to tour their venues, we set off to help the happy couple outline their budgetary priorities and come up with some fantastic design ideas. After that, we met month via video to help them progress through their planning checklist. We lined up the best wedding professionals to pull off one fantastic celebration! Take a look below!

Carolyn and Chris, we wish you endless years of celebration and you can be sure, we'll be cheering right along with you during every season of your marriage! Much love to you from Wisconsin!

​Professional Credits:
Ariens Hill at Titletown |  Ceremony Venue
Lambeau Field  |  Reception Venue
Sara June Photography  |  Photography
Mint Salon  |  Hair
Simple Simon Bakery  |  Cake
Happy Bellies Bake Shop  |  Gluten Free Cupcakes
Nite Lights Entertainment  |  DJ + Photobooth
Ginger Birch Floral & Design  |  Florals
Witt & Co. Events  |  Rentals
Wedding Perfect  |  Linens & Backdrop
Minted  |  Invitations
Jenna Kast Studio  |  Calligraphy
Martina Liana purchased from Bridal Boutique (TX)  |  Bride's Dress
Azazie  |  Bridesmaids Dresses
Men's Wearhouse  |  Groom + Groomsman Attire
Lodge Kohler  |  Accommodations
Titletown Brewing Company  |  Rehearsal Dinner
Witt & Co. Events  |  Wedding Planner

KluzB Photography

Summer is officially here! The season brings blue skies, sunshine, colorful flowers, and…heat. Don’t get us wrong, we love the warm summer months in Wisconsin (sure beats the subzero temperatures in January)—but the hot weather can be a lot to handle on your wedding day. If you’re having an outdoor wedding, the last thing you need is sweat-soaked dresses and tuxes, melted makeup, deflated hairstyles, or guests roasting in the sun. That’s why we’ve come up with some great ideas to keep you, your bridal party, and guests feeling cool on your wedding day when the weather is extra hot!

1. Hydrate! This is an important one for everyone to remember, especially the wedding party members who may be in suits or if the bride is in a large dress. (If the brides dress has a remove-able skirt under the bottom of her dress that adds extra volume, she might consider removing it after the ceremony to avoid overheating.) Don't forget about guests either. Keep guests refreshed by offering bottles of water as they enter the ceremony and have a self-serve water station available so they do not need to wait in line at the bar. We don’t want anyone fainting from dehydration on the big day!
2. Find shaded or indoor areas for photos and pick a ceremony location that offers shade for both the wedding party and guests. You’ll be glad to escape the sun throughout the day!
3. Order A/C or fans to keep a tent cool. Having all your guests under a tent in summer will get hot, especially once everyone starts dancing. You’ll be glad to have some air flowing throughout the tent!
4. Along with bug spray offer aerosol sunscreen to guests in the restrooms. No white lines from traditional sunscreen. People don’t want to remember you’re wedding with painful sunburns.
5. Consider fun sunglasses as favors. It’s practical & entertaining!
6. Keep your hair and makeup looking fresh throughout the day with setting spray. You might also want to consider having your stylist come back later to freshen up your look if the day is extra humid.
7. Wedding dresses can be very heavy and hot during the summer, so think about the style of dress you select for your summer wedding. Try lightweight, flowy, or short dresses for you and your bridesmaids!
8. For the men, choose a tux or suit that can breathe. Open-backed vests can help with comfort as well. They should also pack a second shirt to change into before the reception. (No one wants to sit in a sweaty shirt once the party starts.)
9. If you are not interested in paper ceremony programs, consider providing decorative wicker or paper fans. That way guests can still use something to keep cool during your vows.
10. Serve a cold dessert instead of cake. Hire an ice cream caterer or food truck to serve ice cream, sundaes, or gelato after dinner. If you are self-providing the dessert, be sure to rent a freezer to keep everything from melting. **Note: If serving cake at an outdoor reception, potentially shy away from buttercream icing which may melt in direct sunlight or extreme heat. If the cake is small enough, it's also possible to setup up indoors and move it outside just before guests enter the tent.
11. Serving cold hors d'oeuvres is another wedding food tip during the heat of summer. But, if it's an outdoor event, I would hesitate there. We don't want food that is supposed to be served cold, warming up. It can be a safety/heath issue. Opt instead for items that are room temperature or that will not spoil. We like to consult with the caterer to modify any foods that are served outdoors and to get their guidance when it comes to the best menu options that will hold up well in heat.
12. Choose flowers that do not wilt easily. Your flowers need to last throughout the day for photos and as decorations. Hydrangeas are notorious for wilting, so consider heartier blooms such as daisies, carnations, succulents, or cymbidium orchids.
13. Choose an up-do rather than leaving your hair down, or make a plan to put it up after the ceremony.
14. Everyone will appreciate the water you provide on a hot wedding day, but they’ll also appreciate some other tasty refreshments. Chilled beer, lemonade, blended cocktails, or signature drinks would hit the spot on a hot summer day!
15. Take advantage of the cool WI summer nights. If your ceremony and reception are at the same location, time your ceremony and festivities to begin later in the afternoon to avoid direct sunlight.