A Rainy Wedding in Huntingburg, Indiana

A little rain and a whole lot of love made this sweet wedding day MAGICAL!!!  Ahh!! Gabby and Aidan’s wedding day was nothing short of amazing!  It was a rainy day, but these two didn’t let their smiles fade…in fact, the rain made the day even more beautiful!!  😍 And in the wise words of their DJ “You can’t untie a wet knot!”

We are obsessed with every single photo from this sweet day…so, friends…enjoy Gabby & Aidan’s Q&As and take a slow scroll through a few of their beautiful photos! 💕 Congrats again to the happy couple!!🎉

What BIG lesson did you learn throughout your engagement?

“Disagreements are a chance to talk it out and grow if you allow yourself to see another perspective…even if Gabby is still always right! ;)”

Tell us a bit about your wedding!

“Smaller, intimate, ceremony at Old Town Hall with family and close friends present and officiated by our friend, Garrett, who flew in from Houston, TX.  Reception at Venue 1408 surrounded by all those we love to party with.   Colors: tan + black. – Weather: 100% chance of rain….but as our DJ said to us, “You can’t untie a wet knot!””

What was your favorite part of your wedding day?

Aidan: “getting to marry you!….and getting to see all of our favorite people for the first time in a long time”

Gabby: “Same…and finally being done with planning, unplanning, and replanning this thing!” 🙂

Did you two do a first look? Tell us about it!!

“Yes – we loved having privacy in the moment of seeing each other for the first time/getting a chance to get away from the chaos to remember the reason for the day.  Also, it knocked off the nerves for the ceremony!  We were nervous but so excited to see each other!  It was a special moment we will always remember.”

What’s next? What are you two planning on tackling next in life?

“Head back to Amarillo, TX and hopefully buy a home before the end of the year  (and if it’s up to Gabby, get another yorkie pup or 3 to add to the family!)”

For the bride: What are three things you love about your groom?

“1. How supportive he is of me and my dreams (like packing up and moving across the country without hesitation)

2. His sense of humor/zest for life

3. His loving and caring nature – he is a big teddy bear!”

For the groom: What are three things you love about your bride?

“1. Unconditional love and support she gives no matter the situation

2. Her ability to expose me to new situations in life (she makes me get out of my comfort zone to become the best version of myself)

3. She’s hilarious and our humor seems to overlap almost too well”

Bride, tell us a bit about who was the most helpful in helping you pull off your dream wedding?

“- Preparation: Gabby’s Mom + sister-in-law, Audra (and Amazon Prime!!) – I think my mom is looking forward to having the space in her house back and getting to restore her preferred home decor style now that the wedding is over….she has stored/accumulated things for the last 2 years while we planned, unplanned, and replanned this event! 

– Day of: Bridesmaid Courtney – everyone needs a Courtney on their day! — makeup and hair touch ups – handing me a bottle of tequila when she knew the nerves were high – capturing footage on the GoPro – my go-to dress bustle fixer – etc. because I am sure there are more day-saving moments she had a hand in!!”

Advice for other couples who are planning their own wedding right now?

“Appoint someone to answer allllllll the questions….because there are a lot of them, and many are repetitive!!”

Did anything hilarious/unexpected happen?!

“Not-so-hilarious but definitely unexpected….Aidan’s sister, Allie got COVID the week of – but…’tis the season!”

What is something unique you incorporated into your wedding?

“We did a fisherman’s knot tying ceremony during the wedding ceremony….but we kept messing it up when we practiced, so we set ourselves up for success by pre-tying the knots prior to”

First dance song?

“Love Someone – Lukas Graham”

Ceremony music?

“Processional: Instrumental version of John Mayer’s song Daughters

Recessional: This Will Be an Everlasting Love – Natalie Cole”

How big was your wedding party?

“Originally: 8 bridesmaids + 1 Jr. Bridesmaid; 8 groomsmen – 2 months prior to wedding: 8 bridesmaids + 1 Jr. Bridesmaid; 9 groomsmen because Brett learned he would make it home from the Navy in time!

Day of: 7 Bridesmaids + 1 Jr. Bridesmaid (who was upgraded to a real bridesmaid to even things out because Allie got COVID) and 9 groomsmen”

Reception dinner: buffet or served?

“Buffet – Fried chicken and Brisket”

Reception: open bar or cash bar?

“Open beer and margaritas + Cash liquor”

What dessert did you serve at your reception?

“Cake! – White, chocolate, red velvet, and lemon”

 

THE VENDORS:

Makeup Artist: Audra Dilger (from The Beauty Bar in Jasper)

Hair Stylist: Makenzie Whitsitt (from The Beauty Bar in Jasper)

Cake Artist: Christina Hoppenjans with Wedding Bliss & Frosting

Caterer: Venue 1408

Florist: Erin’s Events (Aidan’s grandma works here and assembled the bouquets herself!)

Musician/DJ: Bryce Lain with Soirée Sounds

Gown Boutique: House of White Bridal

Bridesmaids Gown Boutique: Kennedy Blue

Groom Boutique: Men’s Warehouse

Officiant: Garrett Heinold

Rings: Engagement rings – Olinger Diamond Center in Jasper; Wedding bands: Shane Co. in Indianapolis

Invitations: Truly Engaging by MagnetStreet

Reception Venue: Venue 1408

Ceremony Venue: Old Town Hall

Videographer: GoPro with the help of Courtney Heinold and Garrett Heinold