They met while at a party at a mutual friends house when they were finishing up their undergrad program at the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul. Nick began poking fun at Bri’s height within the first five minutes of meeting her, but Bri in her full on sarcasm shot back and the two clicked. A few weeks later, Nick asked Bri out and they have been together for many years since.
Since they both graduated from St. Thomas, Bri continued to pursue her degree in Iowa, then moved on to podiatric medical school. Throughout the distance they remained close and after knowing he did not want to lose Bri, Nick eventually proposed to her!
Nick and Bri are pretty sarcastic people. There was a period in the beginning of their relationship where she didn’t know if Nick was being truthful or lying about something as a joke. So the two came up with a secret word that if the other person says it you have to tell the truth. You can never lie on an “elephant.”
Their wedding day was full of beautiful as well as fun moments. Being that most of Bri’s friends had already gotten married, they were so sweet to help her day go just as lovely as she hoped it would be.
The two were wed at St. Raymond of Penafort Parish, a beautiful white church in the countryside. It was a beautiful summer day.
Because of the July heat (almost 90 degrees!) we headed indoors for formal alter photos. I loved the green background and the beautiful natural light in the sanctuary.
After the ceremony we headed to a super swank bar in downtown Eau Claire called The Livery. It was full of character both inside and out, and we had a great time utilizing the space.
The Eau Claire Golf and Country Club was a gorgeous space for photos both inside and out. The golf course was immaculate and the sunset proved to be incredible in the evening hours!
Bean bags with Bri and Nick’s teams (Vikings and Packers) was held on the patio while games of Hammerschlagen went on for all the guests proving to be it’s own source of entertainment!
We headed out for golden hour photos at exactly the perfect time. The summer sun reflected Bri and Nick in all their beauty and of course, I was squealing away at the both of them as well as the light!!
Being that Nick and Bri love to dance, they closed down the dance floor at so many of their friend’s weddings and the made sure all of them knew it and stayed on the dance floor! Kaleidoscope kept the party going with so many great hits and of course a Wisconsin polka!
Bri and Nick, what an honor and joy it was to spend the day with you. Please, when life slows down a bit, I’ll take that red wine and we can relive this incredible day. You both are a gift to your family, friends and those you pass along in life. I’m honored I was one of the lucky ones to be included.
Vendors for the day included:: Ceremony:: St. Raymond of Penafort Parish // Reception:: Eau Claire Golf and Country Club // Hair:: Sheena Denning from Sapphire Salon // Make-up:: Bride’s personal friend Alena Johnson // Florist:: Avalon Floral // Wedding Dress:: Enzoani bought at Effie’s Bridal // Bridesmaids Dresses:: Azazie //Rings:: Engagement Ring: Real Gem Jewelers, Wedding bands:: Jared // Stationary:: Minted // Men’s Ware:: Bar III // Catering:: Dontelli’s // Baker:: PattyCakes // DJ:: Kaleidoscope // Video:: Alan from Bellagala// Shoes:: Badgley Mischka // Second Shooter:: Lily Watkins //
