Brodie & Tanner's Wedding in the Abbey at St. James 1868!
Brodie & Tanner hosted their wedding celebration in the Abbey at St. James 1868.
St James 1868 is a historic venue that offers a “little piece of Europe in the heart of Milwaukee.” Exquisitely restored and reimagined from a 150-year-old church, St James brings its old-world styling - such as Tiffany stained-glass windows, original hardwood floors, and vintage light fixtures - to an elegantly remodeled space with glamorous styling as well as comfortable and modern amenities. Inside St. James 1868, the Abbey features exquisitely restored stained glass and stone pillars, a 72-foot-long aisle for dramatic processions, a pair of truly unique and wonderful “Duke and Duchess” suites for brides and grooms to get ready, and a stunning courtyard for cocktails and outdoor entertainment. The whole venue exudes a luxurious, classic vibe from every inch of its beautifully restored and updated space. It was the perfect place for Brodie & Tanner’s classy, romantic, and fun wedding day!
I met up with the bride in St. James’ Air B&B apartment, an additional space available just across the courtyard that extends the getting-ready options for couples. Brodie and her ladies completed their final touches there, and then it was time to head down and meet up with Tanner and the men for the first look and portraits. Brodie and Tanner’s Wedding party, family, and friends were all fabulous; their day was full of love and laughter! One of my favorite parts was a quick golden hour session with the couple that we snuck in between cocktail hour and the grand march!
Brodie and Tanner are fantastic - wonderful humans who are deeply in love and so much fun! I wish them all the love and happiness in their lives together!
There is more to see: Instagram Wedding Reels: Part 1 & Part 2
*Scroll to the bottom for all the vendor details!
Wedding Team:
Photographer: Me!
Venue: @stjames1868 - The Abbey
Getting ready: St James Air B+B
Coordinator: Rachel White
Officiant: Rev. Joan Fergus @ceremoniesbyjoan
Wedding Dress: Kerria | Alena Leena
Boutique: @strikebridalbar
Veil: @tailoredtulle
Shoes: HappyBrideShoes
Perfume: I DO by @anthropologie
MUA: Megan Calligaro @megancalligaromua
Hair: Lexi Lee Hair @lexileehair @styledbysam.mke
Bridesmaids: Azazie @azazieofficial
Groom:
Dessert vendor: Classy Girl Cupcakes @classygirlcupcakes
Food vendor: Zilli Hospitality Group @zillihospitalitygroup
Late Night: Pizza Hut
Rentals:
invites: Minted
Florist: Feisty Flowers @feistyflowers
DJ: David Charles Productions - Benjamin Wall, @davidcharlespro
2nd photographer: @iamjoshschwartz