Ilse + Colton’s Wedding at Venue 1883
An outdoor ceremony, a mariachi band during cocktail hour, and rich merlot details made Ilse + Colton’s wedding one to revisit. Their wedding at Venue 1883 showcased beautiful scenery, historic architecture, and plenty of inspiration for couples planning their own celebration.
A First Look and Coordinated Wedding Party Attire
Before guests took their seats, Ilse + Colton shared a first look together. Tamba with Complete Weddings + Events captured these moments and details throughout the day. A first look also gives couples an opportunity to take portraits before the ceremony, leaving more time for guests during cocktail hour.
The wedding party’s attire complemented the overall color palette. Bridesmaids wore rich merlot dresses, while the groomsmen wore black suits with matching merlot bow ties. Their merlot dresses and bowties carried the color palette throughout the wedding party, complementing the floral arrangements and reception décor.
An Outdoor Ceremony Surrounded by Rolling Hills
One of the highlights of having a wedding at Venue 1883 is its outdoor ceremony space. Rolling hills surround the property, creating a beautiful natural backdrop for exchanging vows. Ilse + Colton chose to hold their ceremony outdoors, followed by an indoor reception.
Keeping both events at one venue makes the transition easier for guests and eliminates additional transportation between locations.
Merlot Details and a Mariachi Cocktail Hour
After the ceremony, guests enjoyed cocktail hour with live mariachi music, which was a fun way to incorporate live entertainment and give guests something a little different to enjoy between the ceremony and reception.
Inside Venue 1883’s main reception hall, floral centerpieces featured merlot calla lilies, while wine-colored napkins added another layer of color. The venue’s vaulted ceilings, exposed wooden beams, and original stone walls dating back to 1883 provided a beautiful contrast to the deeper colors.
Roger with Complete Weddings + Events kept the reception moving as DJ. Abraham Catering provided dinner, while Sweet Magnolia’s Desserts supplied the sweet treats. Guests could also enjoy a photo booth from Complete.
A Wedding Team Working Together
A coordinated vendor team can make a difference when managing a wedding timeline. Kate with Complete Weddings + Events helped coordinate the day, while Tamba and Diego captured photography and videography.
With both services under Complete, the photo and video teams could coordinate throughout the celebration. Combined with Kate’s coordination and Venue 1883’s experienced staff, communication between teams helped keep the day running smoothly.
Ilse + Colton’s Wedding Vendor Team
- Venue | Venue 1883
- DJ | Roger, Complete Weddings + Events
- Photography | Tamba, Complete Weddings + Events
- Videography | Diego, Complete Weddings + Events
- Coordination | Kate, Complete Weddings + Events
- Photo Booth | Complete Weddings + Events
- Catering | Abraham Catering
- Florals | Petal Collective
- Cake + Desserts | Sweet Magnolia’s Desserts
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