Brook + Matthew always wanted to get married outdoors, but it was too big of a risk in September in North Dakota. To give their day an organic, natural feel, they chose to tie the knot at sixteen03Main in Bismarck, North Dakota, turning the venue into a romantic, candlelit soirée, reminiscent of a night in a garden. (Swoon!)
Brook tells us, We made the day about the two of us by adding personal touches to the ceremony and reception. All of the details of the reception were designed by myself to make it feel intimate and as much like us as possible.
Thanks so much to Glasser Images for the stunning images + congrats to B + M on such a gorgeous day!
Quinn from Glasser Images says, I knew Matthew was anxious to see Brook, but his reaction was more emotional than I could have imagined. It’s one of my favorite first looks of all time!
Brook + Matthew’s desired garden feel came across beautifully in the bridal bouquet by crabapple floral.
Since Brook wanted candlelit to be the only light source at the wedding, she + Matthew got creative with coming up with dreamy ways to light up the dark refurbished factory space.
Our Musical Choices
Isn’t that cake – baked by a family friend – the cutest?!
Our Favorite Memory
Matt was a professionally trained opera singer so he surprised me and sang at our ceremony. He sang a Neapolitan song "o sole mio".
Our Advice
We both live in Arizona so making sure everything was in place was hard. We didn't have anyone planning the wedding. My advice would be to put someone in charge of keeping you on track the day of your wedding. Or hire a wedding planner!
Wedding Vendors
Photography: Glasser Images // Venue: sixteen03Main events // Event Design: Sparkle Events + bride // Florals: crabapple floral // Wedding Dress: Tara Keely // Bride's Shoes: Ted Baker // Bridesmaid Dresses: BCBG // Groom Attire: Calvin Klein // Paper Goods: designed by Friend of the bride // Catering: sixteen03Main events // Cake: Mothers friend // Music: Power Play DJ // Officiant: Rebecca Ardahl
