SUMMER GARDEN WEDDING AT THE OUTING LODGE: REAL WEDDING — SOPHIE + NATE
featured gown — ARDEN
Dress Style: ARDEN* / Photographer: Kat Larrea Photo / Retailer: a&bé Minneapolis / Groom and Groomsmen Suits: Men's Wearhouse / Venue and Catering: The Outing Lodge / Videographer: Far More Than Rubies Films / Band: Andy Spofford / Day of Coordinator: Jessica from HoneyHill Wedding / Venue Coordinator: Sofia Prado from The Outing Lodge
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From green clover patches to a tented wedding reception, this #TheLabelRealBride’s stunning Stillwater, Minnesota wedding at The Outing Lodge was opulent and relaxed.
WEDDING GETTING READY
With a bridal suite and bedroom reserved for their couples, it was a breeze to get ready on their wedding morning. Sophie soaked in this uninterrupted time with her girlfriends by getting ready in front of a makeshift armoire. With one of her bridesmaids assisting with makeup, Sophie applying her lip gloss, and the natural light pouring in, it was only a matter of time before she got to see Nate for the first time that day.
Wearing matching bridal pajamas before slipping into their dresses, Sophie wore a long sleeve white wedding pajama set while her bridesmaids rocked a similar bridal party pj set in a sage color.
Spritzing on some Chloé perfume and slipping into her The Label wedding dress as well as an organza wedding blouse we love the unique styling of Sophie’s sophisticated bridal look.
ELEGANT LONG SLEEVE WEDDING DRESS
The modern sweetheart neckline of this The Label bridal gown displayed contemporary seam detailing and structure. Mixing this sleek low-back wedding dress with a soft sheer bridal topper helped to balance the two different styles and create a cohesive wedding look.
Crossing over at the same point as the dip in this modern sweetheart neckline, Sophie’s wrap bridal blouse was a stunningly simple wedding dress topper. Covering this backless wedding dress with a thin layer of organza fabric, Sophie’s romantic long sleeve wedding dress was whimsical and one-of-a-kind.
GARDEN WEDDING PHOTOS
Sharing their first look and written vows in a lush green garden, Nate wore a neutral-colored bow tie while Sophie’s wedding topper was tied in a neat bow at the back. After taking photos among the green vines, ferns, and canopy of forest growth, Sophie and Nate headed into their tented wedding ceremony and reception.
TENT WEDDING IDEAS
From an iron arch covered in greenery to a green checkered pedestal holding flowers, their simple tent wedding decor was classic and minimalistic. Fresh flowers filled the room as did white wedding fans for their outdoor August wedding.
COURTYARD FIRST DANCE
After the ceremony, Sophie changed into a strapless midi linen wedding dress for the rest of the night. Removing her long cathedral veil and replacing it with a silk bow, Sophie’s casual wedding reception dress was perfect for their courtyard first dance to live music.
Enjoying their patio dance floor, Sophie and Nate swirled around before entering the tent again for their wedding dinner and indoor afterparty. More dancing was followed by a wedding pie topped with fresh strawberries.
A summer of love and a day like no other, we wish The Hadjers all the best as they embark on this next exciting chapter.
