Alex + Nicole at Williams Orchard

The rolling hills of the 135 acre estate in Laporte, IN– this wedding was truly unlike any other! Alex and Nicole chose to exchange their vows in the captivating woodlands of Williams orchard. Tucked away about a mile deep into the forest, the ceremony took place in a secluded spot, embracing the essence and beauty of Mother Nature. 200 of their closest friends and families were transported from the orchard to this enchanting setting to bear witness to the union of this extraordinary couple.

williams orchard la porte indiana — Photos by @michael.and.kristin

Ceremony

Our Chicago wedding band orchestrated the ceremony in the heart of the forest. Our setup truly captured the essence of the occasion.

Processional of wedding party- Love Moore by Bon Ivor

Bride walked down the aisle to Bob Marley’s Selassie is the Chapel

Recessional- In a River by Rostam

Reception

We provided a Jazz trio to entertain guests during cocktail hour, stationed in front of the charming rustic barn. As cocktails came to a close, anticipation arose as the guests gathered around the barn, eagerly awaiting the couple's epic grand entrance, chauffeured by a tractor! In celebration of their beautiful union, each guest raised a toast with a shot of limoncello. The guests enjoyed a beautiful seated dinner, dining in the heart of nature with tables scattered among the apple trees.

Highlights

Special guests of the bride and groom performed live with Funktastic for the couple’s First Dance Postcards from Italy-Beirut

Father Daughter: Keep On Lovin' You-REO Speedwagon

Mother son dance: Take your mama- Scissor Sisters

The barn at Williams Orchard was filled with energy as guests danced the night away. We closed out the festivities with the timeless anthem Free Bird by Lynyrd Skynyrd, and to cap off the joyous occasion, the couple were lifted up in chairs, reminiscent of the lively Jewish hora, surrounded by their family and friends in celebration of their love.