Alyssa and Jared got to know each other during slow shifts while working at their favorite bar at the University of Illinois. They dated throughout their undergrad years and maintained a long-distance relationship after graduation. Despite the distance, they made the most of their time together, planning fun trips to Nashville. Jared proposed to Alyssa on a trip to Chicago, presenting the ring privately in a small garden over drinks at a cozy bar. After the proposal, he surprised her with an engagement party on the river, surrounded by close friends and family. Captured by Kara Warren Photography, Alyssa and Jared’s wedding day was nothing short of captivating, planned with the help of Vision in White Events and set against the backdrop of The Hermitage Hotel – an iconic Nashville destination that felt lavishly vintage and elegantly exclusive.
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Featured venue: The Hermitage Hotel
The venue featured ornate glass ceilings, golden trim work, grand paintings, and chandeliers of every shape.
The groom: Classic black-tie
The groom and his groomsmen wore classic black-tie attire that complemented the grandeur of the venue.
The bride: custom Basque-waist ballgown
Alyssa customized her Kim Kassas Couture ballgown to add volume and a train, with detachable sleeves that allowed her to create multiple looks throughout the day. The corseted design blended vintage and modern elements, featuring a Basque waistline and an embroidered corseted bodice.
Grand ceremony space = minimalist decor
The couple opted for a church wedding at Cathedral of the Incarnation that was as grand as the reception venue. Because of the design of the church’s interior, they chose to otherwise keep the decor very minimalistic so that the beauty of the church took center stage.
Baby blue bar details
Guests were served cocktails from a bar set in front of stunning floor-to-ceiling windows. Menus featured a baby blue and white theme, typing in with the design of the reception.
Floating place cards
Guests found their seats thanks to custom wax seal place cards floating atop clouds of baby’s breath.
Color palette: flirty baby blue & blush pink
For the reception, the couple selected a color palette and design theme that complemented the hotel’s opulent interior, trusting their vendors to bring their vision to life. Flirty baby blues and blush pinks mingled with classic white roses and baby’s breath for a romantic ambiance.
Intimate sweetheart table style
The couple appreciated the privacy of their sweetheart table with florals by Foxglove & Heather, joining guests on the dance floor when the time felt right.
Custom-embroidered place settings
Alyssa spent time before the big day personally embroidering each guest’s name on ribbons, which served as place cards. Though time-consuming, she felt it was a heartfelt and personal acknowledgment of each guest’s presence. Moved by their connection with their officiant, Deacon Pete, they also offered guests his homemade hot sauces as take-home gifts.
On trend: bows!
The newlyweds cut into a timeless white cake by Cakes + Co. adorned with a simple yet chic bow detail.
Featured reception gown: Berta
As the evening unfolded, Alyssa changed into a dazzling Berta gown, fully beaded and sparkling in silver shimmer.
