Apart from a wedding on the same date as family members, they were also married in the church of Anthony’s parents’ marriage! Full circle of so much happy, and I still swoon thinking about it all.
Portage Lakes holds fun memories for many of us Akron folks. Whether you have a boat, just have gone pontoon riding, you at least know of these lakes. Gather at the Lakes is a perfect little spot to celebrate close to these mighty fun lake views. We took a few photos on the lake at the Nauti Vine Winery right after stopping at Swensons (yes, an Akron staple). Many of my couples are always looking for a fun pit-stop for their wedding. When they ask for various places, I always say that food stops beat all. Not only do you get some good grub, but also you remove your formal mindset and lean into that fun a wedding brings! So Alysse and Anthony chose the best burgers of all time, with that iconic, very photogenic background of a sign!
I would be remiss to not mention the details of this wedding – all created, curated, and designed by the bride! Her eye for putting together various accents and pieces of fun was insanely clear, even just by the unique seating chart on floral vases! She had touches of orange placed throughout the day (a perfect spring color!). They even had a ginormous Wordsearch for you while you wait in line at the bar for Cocktail Hour! The venue’s twinkle lights and exposed brick allowed for the perfect space to accompany her vision!
Let’s scroll below and see what I mean! // xo
Photography: Marissa Decker Photography
Videography: Jack Pelini Productions
Makeup: Dee
Hair: Nina Nicole Hair Design
Florals: Nikki’s Perfect Petals
Rings: S. Kaufman Jewelers
Dress: The Dress Bridal Boutique – Medina, Essence of Australia
Bridesmaids Dresses: Birdy Grey
Groom + Groomsmen Attire: Men’s Wearhouse
Cake: The Bake Shop Ghent
DJ: Beach Boyz Entertainment, Bill Canan
Transportation: Thomas Limousine
Ceremony Venue: St. Noel Church – Willoughby Hills
Wedding Portraits Snack: Swensons
Reception Venue: Gather at the Lakes