A Non-Traditional Wedding: Emerson Fields’ Couple Highlight
Jaime + Ben's official start of forever began here at Emerson Fields in the spring. It was as unique as the couple with the perfect blend of non-traditional and personalized. Blogging about specific weddings can be tricky as a venue owner because there is a fear that I won't be fair to every couple. I might leave something, or someone, out, it might hurt someone's feelings...insert all of the irrational mothering-type of fears here. I'm realizing that if I don't blog about any of them, then no one gets the benefit and insight of what it truly means to be an Emerson Fields couple.
So we plan to blog more often specifically about weddings that are taking place here, the relationships that are built here and the magical quality of a wedding day celebration at Emerson Fields wedding venue.
THIS. couple y'all. They have my heart when it comes to doing weddings un-traditionally, un-conventionally, and jam-packed full of reflection about who they are as a couple.
I'm not even sure where to begin with all of their unique alternative wedding ideas, so we'll start with the couple's plan to go on a hike the morning of the wedding with their friends! A literal breath of fresh air started their wedding day off right. They all got ready for the ceremony casually at Emerson Fields and the couple walked down the aisle together, hand in hand. They had planned and longed for an outdoor wedding in the field but the ground was just too wet, temperatures weren't warm and it was a bit blustery.
Not to be dissuaded, they instead planned for time outside with their dogs, a fun first look on the dock, and an intimate indoor ceremony, followed by the reception dinner party of their dreams. Their alternative wedding ideas made their day uniquely theirs.
The elopement-style ceremony was held on our stage that was flanked with untamed greenery, Antiqua Carnations, candlelight, and a stunning, floral arbor. The groom's aunt officiated the union and the family was included by incorporating a few meaningful readings. The couple stood alone with the officiant while the witnesses and about 100 guests sat around their dinner tables and soaked in every moment of this personalized ceremony.
This Oscar-style celebration, with guests seated at their dinner tables, was just gorgeous. The best words I can think of to describe their alternative, untraditional wedding day are: informal, exquisite, personal, inclusive, unique, personalized, and romantic.
The segue from ceremony [5:30 pm] to reception [7:15 pm] was completed with a wonderful social hour. Appetizers and drinks were served during the social hour so guests could enjoy each other’s company. Lawn games had been suggested but the couple included indoor games in our balcony area in case of inclement weather. A supervised "kid's zone" with a few toys from Jaime and Ben's childhood allowed the children to enjoy themselves. There was music, dancing, laughing, and visiting that flowed throughout the rest of the evening.
The newlyweds left [around 10:00 pm] to begin the start of their forever and many of their guests and family members mingled and enjoyed more of the spring evening.
Our takeaways:
If you like a more relaxed, laid-back vibe to your wedding day... and the entire weekend... we are the perfect fit.
Hire a wedding coordinator so you don't have to fret over all the final details.
Plan your day your way, first and foremost. Your guests are coming to celebrate YOU (as a couple) and they'll love an evening planned just for that purpose.
Add in alternative or nontraditional wedding ideas that fit you. Or select super traditional elements that you have always dreamed of for your wedding day!
Plan for any type of weather. Make a Plan A, B, and even C but, in the end, relish in the fact that your "start of forever" has begun.
“The moment we walked into Emerson Fields, a sense of calm washed over us. Wedding planning was a stressful experience for me, but that immediate calm told me everything I needed to know. More importantly, we felt freedom to craft a non-traditional day that reflected us as a couple. It was everything we hoped it would be!”
The bride's mother had served as her wedding planner through it all and they worked closely with their day-of-coordinator, D-Zines Weddings of Macon, to compile a vendor team that truly offered an outpouring of personality for this nontraditional couple. Whether you choose a day with all the traditional elements, or a day that is completely different, your unique wedding day should reflect you as a couple. At Emerson Fields we give you the time, space, and flexibility to make your wedding day uniquely yours.
Interested in making your wedding day dreams come to life? We would love to hear from you!
Vendor Team
Photography | Grace Allison Photography
Wedding Coordinating | D-Zines Weddings, Macon
Floral Designer | D-Zines Flowers, Macon
Vintage Rentals | Pretty Lil Things, Boonville
Linen + Charger Rentals | A.B. Helton Fine Linen Rental, Macon
Flatware Rentals | A-1 Party & Event Rental, Columbia
Calligraphy Artist | Letters by Shari, Kirksville
Caricature Artist | Lincoln McCoy, Kirksville
Catering | Four Points Catering, Columbia
Cake | For Heaven's Cake, Macon
Gown | Poshmark
Groom's Attire | His closet
12/22/2021 - Amelia Holder