Kenzie Amick 11/22/21 Kenzie Amick 11/22/21

The Machine Shop

Our whirlwind of a wedding season kicked off with a most amazing couple - Naomi & Jeremy. I instantly was drawn to this couple for so many reasons. They have the loveliest, laid-back, calm personalities and always expressed so much gratitude for others. Though the bride is from MN, they currently live in NYC where she works as a nurse in NYC hospitals. The groom was so involved in the planning in the best way possible - which is so lovely to see - and they met in a mathematics class. {Since my undergrad degree is in mathematics - I thought this was pretty cool!}

Naomi & Jeremy have impeccable style. When we first started working together in 2019, we were way ahead of the trends when we picked the mauve inspired color palette and wicker fixtures we had Phos purchase just for us {or at least we thought we’d be the first to use}! The collaboration with Naomi & Jeremy was a lot of fun and once COVID-19 hit, that really didn’t change. They were real troopers as we reworked and reworked again their wedding. They never seemed to let the stress get to them. Need to cut the list way back? Cut away they did. Seated cocktail hour required? Okay - let’s rent lounge groupings for everyone so at least they’ll be comfortable! Even when the seated mandate was lifted and we could cut back on the lounge grouping order, we kept the new vibe. All in all, the day turned out beautifully and I could not have been more excited to see these two get married!

This event was a great kick off to our 2021 wedding season - full of color, excitement, and pure love throughout the entire day. We can’t wait to show you more over the coming months!

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Naomi & Jeremy’s Machine Shop Wedding Full Gallery: Here

“Rachelle,

Thank you so much for helping us plan our dream wedding. You gave us so much peace of mind throughout this process. This was especially true for all the planning and replanniNg related to COVID-19. You were a pleasure to work with and we had so much fun planning with you. We will certainly recommend your services to family and friends in the future.

Naomi & Jeremy”

Kenzie Amick 5/3/19 Kenzie Amick 5/3/19

Annie & Tony // Interlachen Country Club

Annie & Tony’s sweet love story begins with the power of technology. After the two met online, their first date was at Borough in the North Loop. Their relationship progressed, and it’s no wonder! Annie is such a lovely person and Tony has such a calming presence. After dating 3.5 years, which included the true test of buying both a home and a dog together, the couple married. Their stunning winter wedding took place just a few days before Christmas. Mother Nature even provided the couple with a magical dusting of snow, which made for a gorgeous white backdrop in photos. Surrounded by elegant candles, luscious florals, and gorgeous gold accents, the decor was beyond romantic. The evening consisted of the sweetest speeches, tasty food, and entertainment from the most incredible Minneapolis band, Northstar.

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University Club // Lisa & Louis

Lisa, born and raised in St. Paul, wanted her wedding filled with St. Paul charm, so the University Club was the perfect fit for both their ceremony and reception. The classic candelabras, damask and lace linens, lush florals and greenery played well with the elegance of the venue. Though the wedding was late September, it turned out to be a gorgeous day. Even the planter flowers outside cooperated for photos! Guests drank and danced well into the night with the Apollo Quartet. What a beautiful evening for a lovely couple!

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Machine Shop // Leslie & Samer

Most brides love flowers and gorgeous details, but this stunning Machine Shop wedding takes planning to a whole other level! The focal point of the room was a 6' x 20' floating garden detailed with both large and miniature chandeliers suspended over the head table laden with flowers. A soft mix of linens on the dining tables provided the backdrop for a stunning mix of boldly colored, unique blooms whereas bold linen choices were used upstairs. Every detail, from the glassware to the china to Spoon and Stable chocolate truffles, was thoughtfully planned. The invites were mounted on a fabric covered and gold foil embossed pocket. The cake featured custom wafer paper florals and a floral print reproduction from Leslie's favorite restaurant wall. From the incredible décor to the courses that were almost too pretty to eat {such as the grilled peach and fig salad} every detail was perfect.

Though we are keeping most of the images private at the client's request, we are happy to share some of the lovely details from the day with the client's approval!

Kenzie Amick 9/20/17 Kenzie Amick 9/20/17

317 on Rice Park // Beckie & Jacy

Happy anniversary, Beckie + Jacy! To celebrate these past three years, we're taking you back in time to relive this chic, gatsby-esque celebration!

Beckie + Jacy met in college choir years ago in Iowa, and just three years after their senior year, Jacy proposed to his best friend. These two hit every stylish note when planning their perfect wedding. Beckie always dreamed of having a Gatsby-inspired reception, and with its vintage charm and wood paneling, 317 on Rice in St. Paul turned out to be the perfect venue.

From the gorgeous linens and feathered centerpieces to their elegant cake and invitation suite, their 1920's inspiration was paired with modern aesthetics to make their vision a reality. As wine enthusiasts, Jacy and Beckie opted for a wine ceremony over the traditional unity candle. Parents each contributed a bottle of wine and a note to a sealed box for the couple to enjoy on future anniversaries {like today!}. We love working with creative couple's like Beckie and Jacy to create the wedding they've been dreaming of! To see more of this incredible wedding, head over to their gallery or to Style Me Pretty!

Event Planning + Design: Style-Architects Weddings + Events
Photography: Melissa Oholendt Photography
Venue: 317 on Rice Park
Gown: Posh Bridal
Bridesmaid Dresses: Flutter Boutique
Catering: Levy Restaurants
Cake: Sweet Retreat
Florals: Sadie’s Floral Couture
Acrylic Columns, Candelabras, Linens: Linen Effects
Chairs, Pipe and Drape: Après Party & Tent Rental
Hair and Make-Up: Brittany Kinney Beaute
DJ: Adagio Entertainment
String Quartet: Bel Canto Quartet
Paper Design: Style-Architects Weddings + Events

Kenzie Amick 8/29/17 Kenzie Amick 8/29/17

Guthrie Theater // Mary & Nick

Happy anniversary to Mary + Nick! To celebrate their two years of marriage we are reminiscing on their story!

Mary met Nick her first semester at Augsburg in speech class. On days when speeches were being presented, Mary couldn't help but notice Nick sitting down five minutes before class writing his speech, which somehow resulted in him doing better than everyone else. She was impressed and a month into the semester they began dating.

Years later, Nick was ready to propose, and he wanted to do it in a meaningful way that Mary could remember forever. He knew he would catch her by surprise no matter what his plan, since all of their friends and family expected Nick to propose on their upcoming trip to Vail, Colorado. After a few mishaps with his original plan, he made great dinner reservations and planned a perfect night out so that he could finally propose. As fate would have it, they couldn't find the key to the apartment and they had to cancel their dinner plans. Undeterred, Nick asked Mary to describe her "perfect meal." She suggested grabbing something from Sheesh in St. Paul, but he insisted she choose something fancier. Mary then jokingly said, "$200 worth of sushi." Nick immediately obliged and headed out to pick up all the sushi she could ever want from Saji-Ya in St. Paul. He returned with her dream meal and flowers and finally had the perfect moment to propose.

They wed at the Guthrie Theater in the Pohlad Lobby, which transformed into their dance floor after dinner. We projected lit chandelier gobos at the walls of the Dowling Studio and detailed the space with romantic blush and gold tones and lots of sparkle!

Event Planning + Design: Style-Architects Weddings + Events
Photography: Photogen, Inc.
Bridal Gown: Posh Bridal Couture
Bridesmaid Dresses: Flutter Boutique
Venue: Guthrie Theater
Catering: Culinaire
Cakes/Desserts: Sweet Retreat
Florals: Sadie’s Floral Couture
Linens: Linen Effects
Lighting: Guthrie Theater
String Quartet: Terzetto String Trio
DJ: Primetime DJs
Photo Booth: Time Into Pixels
Invitations + Paper: Katie Murphy Stationery

Kenzie Amick 8/16/17 Kenzie Amick 8/16/17

Guthrie Theater // Jason & Rodney

Happy anniversary to Jason & Rodney! In honor of their anniversary, we are re-blogging their story and showing images from their special celebration!

In 1999, Jason and Rodney met after joining the same fraternity at the University of Minnesota. After an immediate connection, their story began and the two started dating. In 2003, Jason and Rodney had a civil union ceremony in Vermont. Unfortunately, they weren’t able to celebrate with all of their friends and family due to the distance from home. Fast forward some years and crazy enough, their 10-year anniversary falls just days after gay marriage was legalized in the state of Minnesota! What better way to celebrate their 10-year anniversary than to legalize their long time union in their home state of Minnesota with their closest friends and family at the Guthrie Theater?

We incorporated the couple’s theme of “I Do, Take 2”, a perfect play off the couple’s unique story and their theater venue, and branded all of the paper elements with this overarching theme. There was an intimate ceremony on the Endless Bridge {which offered gorgeous views of the Mississippi} followed by passed champagne, hors d’oeuvres, food stations, delectable desserts, and lively DJ sets throughout the night!

Credits:
Event Planning + Design: Style-Architects Weddings & Events
Photography: Thea Volk - Rivets & Roses
Venue: Guthrie Theater
Catering: Culinaire International
Desserts: Cocoa & Fig
Florals: Indulge and Bloom
Rental: Après Party & Tent Rental
DJ and lighting: LEVEL11
Invitations: Spark Letterpress

Kenzie Amick 8/8/17 Kenzie Amick 8/8/17

Minneapolis Event Centers // Ashley & Patrick

Happy two year anniversary to Ashley & Patrick! In celebration, we thought we'd share their beautiful story and a few stunning images from their wedding.

Ashley and Patrick share a mutual love for travel and making big moves. They met in 2011 when Ashley took a last minute trip to Chicago from Michigan to celebrate New Year’s Eve with friends. Patrick, who happened to be at the same party, tried to strike up a conversation with Ashley about his goofy panda shirt. However, this technique was unsuccessful since she was going to veterinary school. With her uninterested response he walked away speechless, but later in the night he tried once more and won her attention. Ashley flew down to Texas three weeks later to visit Patrick, who had just made the move to Texas. After another eight months, it was Patrick’s turn to make a big move which landed him in Minneapolis with Ashley and their dog, Daisy.

After Patrick proposed, they celebrated with a night of surprises and friends. Afterward, they flew to San Francisco to continue the celebrations with friends! For their wedding, a fun-loving party was required. They flew in The Pete Saunders Band from New York for an incredible night of music and dancing. The look was soft and romantic with billowing baby's breath garlands and baby's breath clouds that had cascading orchids above the tables, which were accented with pops of soft corals, pinks, and gold. These elements created the whimsical feel they were hoping for.

Check out their gallery for more images!

Vendor Credits:
Event Planning + Design: Style-Architects Weddings & Events
Photographer: Photogen, Inc.
Venue + Catering: Minneapolis Event Center
Videographer: Sky Focus Films
Cakes/Desserts: Cocoa & Fig
Florals: Martha’s Gardens
Linens: Linen Effects
Hair + Makeup: Haus Salon
Event Rental: Après Party and Tent Rental // Rudy’s Event Rentals
Band: Pete Saunders Band, New York
Paper: Spark Letterpress
Transportation: Eclipse

Kenzie Amick 7/11/17 Kenzie Amick 7/11/17

Lake Minnetonka Residence // Anna & Chris

Happy anniversary to Anna + Chris! This lovely couple met in 2013 and felt an instant connection and trust for each other. After a few dates, Chris met Anna's close-knit family and was adored by all of them. He soon joined family cabin trips and annual vacations. Once Chris received the blessing from Anna's family, he proposed on a family trip to Istanbul {with the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia as the backdrop!}

They knew they wanted to wed in Minnesota, and chose a personal and special place, Anna's father's home on Lake Minnetonka, where she grew up. Anna was unsure of what she wanted but was drawn to Gatsby design and lots of greenery. We pinpointed the perfect style for her wedding: black-and-white stripe with lots of greenery which we carried through the linens and dance floor. Anna's family even decided to paint the pool to match the theme! We then incorporated pops of greens and yellows to bring some warmth with a stunning ombre ruffled cake, floral chandeliers and centerpieces. They wanted a casual and fun feel for their wedding, so in place of a formal sit-down dinner, they opted for lots of lounge seating and food stations that offered kebabs, sliders, and late-night snacks.

Not only did they style their wedding perfectly, but they added breathtaking details including a hookah tent with exotic accents {"As a nod to Instabul", says Anna} and a fireworks show toward the end of the night! Anna + Chris completed their special day by wading into the black-and-white family pool and shortly thereafter had friends and family join the fun. “It seemed like a moment out of some commercial, where you’re like, ‘People don’t do that, that’s not real, no one would do that... Well, we did that!” Chris told Mpls. St. Paul Weddings Magazine, which featured the wedding.

See the photos of the gorgeous couple {with Anna in her Anne Barge gown} and their special day below!

Vendor Credits:
Design & Week-Of Coordination: Style-Architects Weddings + Events
Photography: Photogen, Inc.
Photo Booth: Time Into Pixels
Venue: Lake Minnetonka Private Residence
Catering: CRAVE Catering
Cakes/Desserts: Cocoa & Fig
Florals: Munster Rose
Linens: Linen Effects
Brides Dress: Anne Barge // Posh Bridal Couture
Hair + Makeup: Emily J
Event Rental: Après Party and Tent Rental, Metro Connections
Lighting: Phos Events
Band: Bluewater Kings Band
String Quartet: Lake Minnetonka String Quartet
Transportation: Schmitty & Sons

Kenzie Amick 7/3/17 Kenzie Amick 7/3/17

A'bulae // Sam & Aaron

I was so excited to see Sam + Aaron at Saturday's wedding this past weekend, just one day before they hit their one year anniversary! It was wonderful to catch up with this gorgeous couple. So fun to look back and relive this beautiful day over again!

Aaron and Sam met at the University of Minnesota during their freshman year. After a few months of building up some courage, he finally asked Sam out on a date! Seven years later, Aaron proposed to Sam at the University of Minnesota's St. Paul campus where they started their story. At sunset, he got down on one knee and Sam said "YES!" before he could even finish asking! They've supported each other through many stages of life, including Sam graduating with a doctorate in Pharmacy and Aaron starting his career as a NHL hockey player for the Washington Capitals. Sam's letter to Aaron on their wedding day even stated, “After these last few years of long distance, chaotic moving and facing the unknown, I’ve come to realize you are my home.”

They celebrated their special day at A'bulae in St. Paul with their family + friends. We suspended gorgeous candlelight and florals that emulated chandeliers and decorated the head table with tall floral centerpieces. We then alternated between three stunning floral and linen looks throughout the rest of the seating to make for a cohesive and elegant look. The roof top popped for cocktails with striking black and white striped linens and bold peonies.

Just look at how amazing their wedding was!

Also see Sam + Aaron's wedding video!

Vendor Credits:
Event Planning + Design: Style-Architects Weddings + Events
Photography: Betsy Wall Photography
Venue: A'bulae
Videographer: Vibrant Films
Catering: Mintahoe
Cakes/Desserts: Cocoa & Fig
Gown: Custom by Joynoelle
Florals: Sadie's Floral Couture
Linens: Linen Effects
Hair + Makeup: Lianna Colestock
Bridesmaid dresses: Bella Bridesmaids
Event Rental: Après Party and Tent Rental
Band: Northstar - Elan artists
Paper: Spark Letterpress
Transportation: Eclipse Transportation

Kenzie Amick 5/1/14 Kenzie Amick 5/1/14

The Great Hall // Nandini & Unmil

A glimpse into Nandini + Unmil's traditional Indian wedding.

Nandini & Unmil were married last fall in an elaborate, Eastern Indian wedding at the Great Hall in St. Paul. Being married to an Indian man myself, I always dreamed of a large Indian wedding, but had the typical Minnesota wedding instead. {Obviously I wasn’t a planner then!} It was so fun to live vicariously through Nandini!

The 420-guest event was a beautiful mix of her northern Indian and and his southern Indian roots. The baraat {groom’s processional on a horse} from Mears Park was such a joyous celebration of his family and friends.

We placed their stage and mantap toward the center of the room and circled the gold chiavaris around them to allow for better viewing for all. Since the couple move about the stage, there really wasn’t a bad seat in the house!

Their traditional ceremony under the mantap was gorgeous {and yes we had to get special permission for the open flame!}

Once the ceremony was over, guests moved upstairs for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while we flipped the room. Forty-two tables flipped within the hour – not bad!

Guests were treated to a family style meal of northern and southern Indian specialties. Sounds easy enough but this was no easy task! The nationally recognized chefs were flown in from New Jersey, so much coordination between the local catering kitchen and the wait staff was required.

Indians are known for their desserts so the pistachio crusted cake, cupcakes in flavors of rosewater and mango, and traditional sweets were a huge hit.