Our Top 10 Favorite Local Wedding Stories of 2020

January 4, 2021

We may have gladly said goodbye to 2020, but we featured so many beautiful wedding stories last year!

We thought we share our top 10 favs, in no particular order!

Molly & Mitch’s Milwaukee Wedding at the War Memorial

Molly and Mitch planned a July wedding at the newly-renovated War Memorial Center in downtown
Milwaukee, with its breathtaking views of Lake Michigan.

Luis Hermosillo Photography Luis Hermosillo Photography

Brooklyn & Kyle’s Lakefront Wedding at Discovery World

When Kyle and Brooklyn met on a blind date at Camp Bar,
little did they know fireworks would soon be flying —both in their relationship and on their wedding day.

Bridal Shows Attended: Wonderful World of Weddings | Make-up Artist : Brittany Schneider from Blush by Brittany |Hair Stylist : Liz Booth from Lovely Elegance | Invitations: Shine Wedding Invitations | Rehearsal Dinner: Venue Forty Two | Ceremony and Reception: Discovery World – Pilot House and Great Lakes Exhibit | Catering and Bartending: Bartolottas |Wedding Cake: Sweet Perfections | Desserts: Cranky Al’s | Flowers: Bank of Flowers | Music/Entertainment:Sound by Design |Transportation: Go Riteway | Photographer: Kallidoscope Photography | Videographer: Ron Pershing from Chic Wedding Films | Gown: Maggie Sottero from White Dress Boutique | Formalwear: Groom: NL Suits & Groomsmen: Blacktux.com | Linens and Chairs:BBJ Linens | Pipe & Drape: Ambrosia Events | Rings:Engagement Ring: Whiteflash.com, Wedding Bands: Powers Jewelry Designers

Haley & Nate’s Picture-Perfect & Personal Barn Wedding

From a home-built ceremony arch to dances full of meaning, Nate and Haley
left no detail unattended to in their sweet and sincere barn wedding

Brandon & JD’s Fall Wedding at Tuscan Hall in Waukesha

Brandon and JD tied the knot with a downtown Waukesha wedding at the fabulously full-service Tuscan Hall.

Chasing Lilies Photography

Courtney & Kevin’s Milwaukee Wedding at the Historic Pritzlaff Building

For a downtown Milwaukee wedding, it’s tough to top the style and service of the Pritzlaff. Kevin and Courtney had an exceptional experience, from working with the Pritzlaff staff to collaborating with local florist Belle Fiori to bring their blooming vision to life.

Laura Zastrow Photography

Jordyn & Matt’s Downtown Milwaukee Wedding at the Historic Grain Exchange

Matt and Jordyn’s downtown Milwaukee wedding at the Grain Exchange was a celebration of love
set against a beautifully-historic Brew City backdrop.

Wedding Consultant: Events to a T | Make-up: Make up by Aseel Atari |Hair: Neroli Salon and Spa | Invitations/Save the Dates: Mint & Lovely | Day of Stationary: Davenport Printing Company |Rehearsal Dinner: Onesto | Ceremony Location: Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church| Reception Location: The Grain Exchange | Caterer : Bartolotta Catering & Events |Bartending Service: The Grain Exchange | Cake Designer/Dessert: Aggie’s Cakes |Chalkboard/Custom Signage Artist: Bartique for champagne bar and Davenport Printing Company for seating chart | Flowers: Belle Fiori |Music/Entertainment and Lighting: Sound by Design | Transportation: Think Limousine Service (WI) and Luxury Limousine (IA) | Photographer: Front Room Studio |Videographer: Simply Love |Bride’s Gown: Paloma Blanca from White Dress Bridal Boutique|Bridesmaid’s Gowns: Dessy from Miss Ruby’s Bridal Boutique | Alterations: Maria Artega Studios |Formalwear/Suit: Harleys | Live-Event Artist: Katie J. Geis | Linens: BBJ Linen |Accent pieces: Bartique Vintage Bar with monogram, flowers, and champagne flutes |Rings: Kessler’s Jewelers

Alia & Eric’s Wedding at Hawks View

Hawks View Golf Club in Lake Geneva is a full-service wedding venue filled with elegance and charm—
perfect for a couple of Lake Geneva natives like Eric and Alia to host their September ceremony and reception.

Katherine Bacon- Wedding and Elopement Photographer Katherine Bacon- Wedding and Elopement Photographer

Haylie & Andy’s Wedding at Historic Courthouse 1893 in Downtown Waukesha

For their Waukesha, Wisconsin wedding, Haylie and Andy looked less than a mile from their home,
hosting their singular ceremony and romantic reception at Historic Courthouse 1893.

Bridal Shows Attended: Wonderful World of Weddings & WEDMKE at Turner Hall |Make-up and Hair: Gemma at Signature Salon and Spa | Invitations: Design That Flies | Rehearsal Dinner: Fishbone’s Cajun and Creole Restaurant, Delafield | Ceremony & Reception: Historic Courthouse 1893 | Catering & Bartending:Chef Jack’s Catering | Cake Designer/Dessert: Periwinkle’s Bakery | Flowers: Feisty Flowers | Music/Entertainment: SoundByDesign |Officiant: Judge Derek Mosley | Photographer: Jillian Joseph Photography |Videographer: FilmsByDesign | Wedding Dress Designer: Wtoo by Watters from Miss Ruby Boutique |Formalwear: Men’s Wearhouse |Rings: James Allen

Jess & Matt’s Winter Wedding at the Delafield Hotel

Matt and Jess put their best family traditions forward when planning their intimate lake country wedding in Delafield, Wisconsin.

Georgia Lloyd Photography Georgia Lloyd Photography

Alex & Josh’s Modern-Bohemian Milwaukee Wedding

Local love shines through in Josh and Alex’s downtown Milwaukee wedding at Glass & Griddle/The Venue.

Front Room Photography Front Room Photography

We have an exciting lineup of wedding stories to feature in 2021!
Be sure to check our Real Weddings page often and see all of the fantastic ideas and beautiful wedding stories!

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