Steve and Ashley really started their married life off with a bang. They exchanged their vows on New Year’s Eve and were able to benefit from the anticipation and excitement that only comes when the clock strikes twelve signaling a new year.
Details, details, details, nothing can be ignored or overlooked if you decide to get married on day like New Year’s Eve. Steve and Ashley definitely were inspired by the significance of the date and you can tell that each part of their nuptials made it an evening to remember.
First of all, the wedding had the feel of an elegant black tie dinner on New Year’s Eve. The bridal gown was amazing and was the perfect choice for this Chicago wedding. It was beautifully gathered at the waist with diamond accents down the center. It had then flared out at the knees making it also like an evening gown. Her veil had pieces of thread in circles throughout it. It gave it a mystical feel as though each circle was a star and she was appearing in the sky as part of this tapestry. This was complimented nicely with the black dresses of the bridesmaids and black suits of the men in the bridal party. They look stunning as though they were going out to a ball and Ashley was Cinderella. This time she did not have to wait for her prince.
Now, let’s talk about the location of the wedding and reception. Behind the altar were most beautiful ornate designs that made you feel as though you are in a church in Europe and having the lights at the end of each aisle once again played into the New Year’s theme. It was a nice touch. The ballroom where the reception took place was a great location. It is a large open space for dancing and low hanging circular lights that once again played off the day of the event. They used clocks as part of their décor even the groom’s cufflinks had a clock design. Like I said, this couple paid attention to every detail to make their wedding a smashing success.
The photo shoot at the bowling alley was genius. When you think of New Year’s Eve, you automatically think of the ball dropping at Time’s Square in New York. By taking the pictures at this setting and using the balls, they were able to play off of this tradition. Once again, it fit well with the evening’s theme.
At the end all of the guests had New Year’s hats and noise makers. The sparklers were a great attention.
Wow, the cake is very special too. It was classic and classy. It had the traditional tiers but then it went to another level. The cake was accented with diamonds down the side and they did not have the couple on top. They had a diamond G. Once again, the diamonds were wonderful for the theme and elegance of the day.
If you decide to get married on New Year’s Eve, you can make it a celebration. New Year’s Eve symbolizes a time when we recall the good and bad of the prior year and look for better in the coming year. A wedding is same thing. A couple comes together and declares their love looking towards building a life as one. The two events challenge you to look with anticipation for the future. Don’t be afraid to choose this for your date just embrace like Steve and Ashley and you will have a wedding to remember.
What a fun wedding !! We wish you all the best in the year to come. Happy New Year from Trendy Bride.
Photos By: Miller + Miller Wedding Photography
