Their story story involves a dating app, a naked bike ride, a few cocktails, and great company. Meghan and Mark met after linking up on a dating app. Neither one knew who made the first move, but they are certainly happy one did. The couple headed to Dry Hop, a local brewery, for a drink and bite to eat. Laughter definitely took over when they looked out the window and saw hundreds of people biking down Broadway Avenue, sans clothes. They both knew they had something special because of the lighthearted nature each-other possessed. Mark had the ability to swoon Meg with his knowledge of literally everything, and Meg kepy Mark interested by challenging him to some friendly (read–competitive) trivia.
Many dates later, Meghan and Mark are still laughing and totally in love! In October of 2019, they decided to take a trip to visit some Bourbon distilleries in Louisville, Kentucky to celebrate our birthdays. (Meghan had a belated celebration as her MOH had a wedding on her birthday!) While in Kentucky, Mark proposed and Meghan said yes! (-Taken from their wedding web-site)
Meghan and Mark had planned to get married in 2020, but like many couples, had to rethink their wedding day. Because the couple resides in Chicago and Meghan’s parents are in Minneapolis, the couple decided to do a destination wedding in at The American Club in Kohler, Wisconsin. The beautiful lake town that hugs Lake Michigan was a perfect location for a long weekend of celebrating with friends and family from near and far.
Their July wedding day was a beautiful one. Mark and Megan got ready at The American Club. With its spectacular views and stunning landscape, there was not a bad place for photos. The Kohler Spa did Meghan and her bridesmaids hair and make up. Meghan wore a beautiful satin Romona Kevaza gown purchased from Annika Bridal Boutique while her bridesmaids wore stunning baby blue Lula Kate gowns from Bella Bridesmaids.
Mark and his groomsmen got ready in their Brooks Brothers attire and monogramed sleeves while toasting Bourbon and shooting pool. Not one detail was overlooked as Meghan’s mother, Mary, planned an incredible day. Meghan and Marks’ monogram was displayed throughout the wedding day in everything from the ribbons on the bridesmaids flowers to the cake to the floor logo to each napkin the guests received at their place setting. Their beautiful wedding invitations designed by Kate Murphy, displayed a beautiful American Club in watercolor. Meghan and her father were escorted to the church ins a white classic Cadillac driven by Lee of Lee’s Classic Cars.
The coupe was wed at the beautiful and historic Holy Name Catholic Church, and then headed to the lakefront in a classic trolley and then Blackwolf Run Golf Course for photos. Upon arriving to their social hour, the couple celebrated with guests as they served their signature drinks and Lief Larson painted an exquisite piece for the couple as the reception was going on.
Meghan and Mark chose to do an East Coast style reception. Bella Diva’s Entertainment welcomed the new couple in to their first dance and then guests joined on the dance floor for a few dances. Meghan’s father gave a heart-wrenching speech, and guests broke into laughter as the maid of honor and best man gave tribute to Meghan and Mark. Cody and Tory of Exist Media captured the entire day for the couple.
Meghan and Mark, it was a joy to spend the day with you. Congratulations and best wishes to many happy years together!
Vendors for the day included::// Ceremony:: Holy Name Catholic Church // Reception:: The American Club //Florist:: Diane McCuster at The American Club // Wedding dress:: Romona Kareza purchased at Annika Bridal// Bride’s earrings and Bracelet:: Julie Voss //Bride’s Veil:: Bride’s of France // Bridesmaid Dresses:: Lula Kate purchased from Bella Bridesmaids // Bridesmaid Earrings and Necklaces:: SJ Spence // Bridesmaid shirts and leggings:: Arden & Gold //Men’s Ware:: Brooks Brothers // Men’s bowties:: Knotty Tie // Hair and Make-up:: Kohler Spa// Stationery:: Kate Murphy Design // Caterer:: The American Club// Baker:: The American Club// Band:: Bella Divas //Video:: Cody Hanson of Exist Media // Artist:: Lief Larson of Wedding Painting by Leif // Bride’s Shoes:: Kaylee P // Trolley Company:: Discovery Coach // Classic car company:: Lee’s Classic Cars // Champagne Bottle: The Chicago Calligrapher :: Handkerchief’s E: Family Heirloom // Handkerchief Lettering: Etsy-A Bit Of Alexandria // Father of the Bride Cufflinks:: Everett Designs //
