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Bride and groom pose with floral accents on their wedding day

A 1970’s California Hotel Bar redefined. That is the overall theme that this bright and bold bride and groom wanted for their special day. So when this posts sponsor, Big Fake Wedding rolled into Louisville, the talented local vendors relied on thoughtfully-paired bright colors, interesting textures, iconic cocktails, and modernized-retro fashion to create an event that perfectly captures this energetic couple. Keep scrolling to see more and don’t forget to check out the full gallery for more images from 
Gretchen Bell Photography
Field Photo, and 
Southern Native Photography.

Big Fake Wedding

This is one of my very favorite examples of how vendors took a non-traditional inspiration board and totally nailed it while still representing their personal style well! The star of the show is the ceremony backdrop – drooling! The head table is another really cool detail and I love the bridesmaid bouquet alternative!

Wedding Style

Bride and groom share a loving glance on their wedding day

Groom embraces bride on their wedding day outdoors
Bride and groom gaze lovingly on their wedding day

Groom adjusting floral tie with boutonniere on his suit

Bride and bridesmaid with bouquets smile at each other

Brides hold wildflower bouquets in red and coral tones

Bride with rose hairpiece embraces her groom at wedding
Bride and groom share intimate moment on wedding day

Ceremony

Circular wedding arch with flowers and candles aisle

Boho chic floral arrangement with pampas grass ferns



Bride and groom kissing during museum wedding ceremony

Lounge

Happy couple seated amidst balloons, wedding attire

Bride and groom embracing at their wedding reception

Reception Tables

Art gallery wedding reception with floral decor tables

Elegant succulent terrarium centerpiece for wedding decor

Elegant floral centerpiece on decorated reception table

Elegant table setting with floral centerpiece candles

Sweetheart table

Stylish dinner setup with bamboo shelving and Edison bulbs


Elegant entree menu with cactus decor on place setting


Neon love sign nestled in tropical leaves

Happy wedding couple toasting at reception

Cake Table

Two wedding cakes in front of a foliage wall

Elegant three-tiered wedding cake with leaf details and flowers

Reception Music & Exit

Bride and groom's first dance, wedding bliss


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Stylish musician plays keyboard, singing into microphone
Singer performing with microphone on stage

Wedding guests celebrate with glowing wands

Newlyweds share a romantic nighttime kiss

Happy newlyweds exiting reception, sparklers held high

Band: The Company Band
Bartending: Proof on Main
Beauty: KD Aesthetics
Chocolate Fountain: The Louisville Chocolate Fountain
Day-of-Coordinator: A Southern Engagement
Event Coordinator: Big Fake Wedding
Fitness: HomeFit Personal Training
Floral & Event Designer: Ceremony Backdrop & Tables 1, 4: Rose & Thistle
Floral & Event Designer: Dessert Backdrop: love+nest
Floral & Event Designer: Head Table & Tables 3, 6: Maddox + Rose
Floral & Event Designer: Personal Flowers & Tables 2, 5: The Twisted Rose Flower Farm
Floral & Event Designer: Registration Area & Tables 7, 8: Bloomed Roots
Hair: Taylor Bradshaw with J. Estell Salon
Hotel: 21c Museum Hotel Louisville
Invitations: Swoop + Swirl Calligraphy
Makeup: Kayla Remmers Makeup Artist
Marshmallow Favors: Malvi: Marshmallow Confections
Photo Booth: Mirrored Imagery
Photographers: Southern Native Photography
Photographers: Field Photo
Photographers: Gretchen Bell Photography
Popsicles: Steel City Pops
Rentals: Reliable Rentals
Wedding Cake: Oh So Fancy Cakes
Wedding Dresses: Elizabeth Crum Bridal

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