Bride and groom walk through downtown Milwaukee on their wedding day.

A Simple and Elegant Wedding with 1903 Events

February 5, 2025

Dusty Rose and Navy Blue at The Harley Davidson Museum Create an Unforgettable Wedding.

How They Met

Raquel and Rigo met over 12 years ago through mutual friends. Enjoying a beautiful summer, music and dance brought them together. After their first dance together, they were inseparable.

How They Got Engaged

For Raquel’s 30th birthday, the couples closest friends joined them at their home for drinks prior to going out celebrating. While there, Raquel was asked to go outside into their yard where she found a beautiful path of candles leading up to a table. On the table was a special box, and in that box was a personalized book titled, “The Reasons Why I Love You.” The last page reading, “With that said…Will You Marry Me?”. And, to Raquel’s left she found her future husband down on one knee holding a beautiful engagement ring. Without any delay, she said YES and fireworks lit the sky!

The Planning Process

Wedding Date: August 3, 2024
Guest Count: 250
Wedding Colors: Dusty Rose and Navy Blue

Style and Theme of the Wedding:
Simple and Elegance.

What was your favorite design element?
“The florals. Our florist did an amazing job making our vision come true.”

Weddings Looks

Dress: Blue by Enzoani
Bridesmaids Dresses: Azazie

How many dresses did you try on?
“I tried on 3 dresses total. I already had a vision of the dress I wanted and found pictures online. One of the three dresses stuck with me and I knew it was the one!”

Ceremony Details

Location: Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist
Photographer: Allysha Noelle Photography

Ceremony Details and Favorite Moments:
“We wanted the natural beauty of our church. One of our favorite parts was watching our 3 kids walk down the aisle and seeing their smiles. They were so excited for our special day. Hearing the words, ‘I now pronounce you husband and wife.’ also topped the list!”

Reception Details

Location: 1903 Events at The Harley Davidson Museum
Food: 1903 Events
Cake/Dessert: Simma’s Bakery

Why Did You Choose Your Venue:
“It was a large venue that was able to accommodate our guests. It was also very modern and beautiful. Most importantly we are proud to be born and raised in Milwaukee, and it’s not secret that Harley Davidson’s history is deeply rooted in Milwaukee.”

Reception Details and Favorite Moments:
“We enjoyed every second of it and wished it didn’t end. We had so much fun dancing with our family and friends and taking pictures in the photo booth.”

Looking Back

Three Words that Described the Day: Went too fast!

What Moment Sticks With You the Most?
“Our dance. We danced to our favorite songs surround by cold sparks and floating on clouds. We looked into each other’s eyes just like our very first dance over 12 years ago.”

Special Tips or Advice to Future Couples?
“Start planning early. Pinterest was a great tool to put our ideas together, and have a day of coordinator so you can enjoy your wedding.”

 


Wisconsin Wedding Vendors

Vendor Service Website Instagram
Ceremony Location Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist
Reception Location 1903 Events at Harley David Museum  @1903events
Caterer & Desserts 1903 Events @1903events
Photographer Allysha Noelle Photography @allyshanoellephotography
Consultant Yesenia
Flowers Jamie
Cake & Dessert Simma’s Bakery @simmas_bakery
Wedding Gown Blue by Enzoani
Bridesmaids Gowns Azazie