Intimate Spring Wedding in Downtown Indianapolis | Nicole + Earl

I am seriously IN LOVE with Nicole and Earl’s wedding from this spring! These two have a love for one another that is unmatched and radiated all throughout their wedding day. Their wedding was at the Ivory Foundry in downtown Indianapolis and it was truly one of the most beautiful and intimate weddings I’ve experienced so far!

Getting Ready and the First Look

When I first walked into the getting ready space I asked Nicole how she was feeling to which she said, “I feel really good and relaxed!” She carried this feeling through her time getting ready and all throughout the wedding day. Once Nicole was ready we went to meet up with Earl for a first look. The two got ready for their wedding at the Hampton Suites in downtown Indianapolis and had their first look on the staircase in the hotel’s gorgeous lobby. From the moment these two saw one another you could FEEL the love in the air that the two share for one another. It seriously radiates between them and made their day that much more special!

Flatlay with ivory colored wedding details
Bride and grooms wedding rings
Brides earrings
Table scape at the Ivory Foundry in Downtown Indianapolis wedding
Bride wearing white bridal pajamas with her new last name on the back
Wedding dress hung in front of window
Bride smiling in front of hanging wedding dress
Bride with her mother laughing while getting ready for ceremony
Bride putting her earrings on before wedding day
Bride putting her shoes on before ceremony with mother in background
Bride facing groom with his back to her before first look in Downtown Indianapolis
Bride touching grooms shoulder from behind prior to first look in downtown Indianapolis
Bride touching grooms shoulder from behind prior to first look in downtown Indianapolis
Groom turning around for first look at bride in Downtown Indianapolis
Groom looking at his bride during first look in downtown Indianapolis
Bride and groom embracing after first look in Downtown Indianapolis
Bride and groom embracing after first look in Downtown Indianapolis
Groom kissing brides head after first look
Bride and groom looking into each others eyes and smiling
Bride and groom kissing after first look in downtown Indianapolis
Bride and groom with their child
Bride and groom with their child
Bride and groom with their child
Table scape at the Ivory Foundry in Downtown Indianapolis wedding
Table scape at the Ivory Foundry in Downtown Indianapolis wedding
Sweetheart table at the Ivory Foundry in Downtown Indianapolis wedding
Chocolate cupcakes and wedding cake at the Ivory Foundry in downtown Indianapolis wedding

Their Intimate Wedding Ceremony

After their first look and some portraits, it was time to head to their reception space at Ivory Foundry. Located in downtown Indianapolis Ivory Foundry is one of my favorite venues I’ve been to for an intimate wedding. We may have been running a smidge late to the ceremony as Earl was watching the end of the Purdue-IU basketball game. Not going to lie I’m a huge Purdue fan like Earl so I couldn’t even be mad!

Once we arrived though and their ceremony began the day went on exactly as planned. Earl walked down the aisle with his son Evan which was such a sweet moment. Evan was a huge part of the wedding which was so much fun as he’s a massive part of both Earl and Nicole’s lives. Their ceremony was gorgeous as they kept their decorations simple and let their love be the center of attention.

Groom and son walking down the aisle together
Groom and son standing at the altar waiting for bride
Bride being escorted down the aisle by her father
Bride and groom exchanging rings at the altar
Bride and groom kissing at the alter
Bride and groom kissing at the alter
Bride and groom stand outside in Downtown Indianapolis after ceremony
Bride and groom stand outside in Downtown Indianapolis after ceremony
Bride and groom stand outside and touch foreheads in Downtown Indianapolis after ceremony
Groom kisses brides forehead in downtown Indianapolis
Bride and groom laugh together while embracing outside in downtown Indianapolis wedding
Bride and groom walk down the street together in downtown Indianapolis after ceremony
Newlyweds kiss against brick wall outside of ceremony in downtown Indianapolis
Newlyweds kiss against brick wall outside of ceremony in downtown Indianapolis
Groom kisses brides forehead while leaning against brick wall
Newlyweds look into each others eyes
Bride in front of a brick wall outside of wedding venue in downtown Indianapolis
Groom in front of a brick wall outside of wedding venue in downtown Indianapolis
Newlyweds kiss in front of street in downtown Indianapolis
Newlyweds kiss in front of brick wall in downtown Indianapolis

Their Wedding Reception

Once their ceremony was over and we had a chance to get some family photos it was time to celebrate! Nicole and Earl had the cutest set up for their reception space, again keeping their decorations simple which I absolutely loved. The Ivory Foundry actually handled a ton of the key parts of their intimate wedding like décor design, florals, DJ, a preferred caterer, alcohol and the cake which made Nicole and Earl’s lives so easy.

After some speeches and FAB food the two shared their first dance which made my heart melt. Evan even joined in on their dance at the very end! Once the first dance was finished Evan stayed on the dance floor to kick off the rest of the party. Nicole Earl and all their guests danced the night away in downtown Indianapolis and finished off their intimate wedding with a sparkler send-off, the perfect way to end their night!

Newlyweds walking into their reception at the Ivory Foundry
Newlyweds sitting at the sweetheart table while bridesmaid gives speech
Groom embraces bridesmaid after she gave a speech
Groom cuts the wedding cake while bride cheers him on
Bride and groom feed each other cake at the Ivory Foundry
Newlyweds share their first dance at the Ivory Foundry
Newlyweds share their first dance at the Ivory Foundry
Newlyweds embrace while sharing their first dance at the Ivory Foundry
Newlyweds embrace while sharing their first dance at the Ivory Foundry
Newlyweds embrace while sharing their first dance at the Ivory Foundry
Newlyweds dance with son at the Ivory Foundry
Newlyweds dancing with guests at their wedding
Newlyweds pose with wedding guest at Ivory Foundry wedding reception
Newlyweds kiss outside of Ivory Foundry wedding reception surrounded by guests holding sparklers
Newlyweds kissing and holding sparklers outside Ivory Foundry wedding reception
Newlyweds holding sparklers outside Ivory Foundry wedding reception
Newlyweds kiss outside of Ivory Foundry wedding reception surrounded by guests holding sparklers
Newlyweds kiss outside of Ivory Foundry wedding reception surrounded by guests holding sparklers

I had SOO much fun at Nicole and Earl’s wedding! I seriously can’t get over these two and the love they have for each other and for Evan. Their intimate wedding in downtown Indianapolis was so perfect for them, and with the way, they organized their day and selected their venue they were able to truly relax and enjoy every aspect of their wedding day. If you’re in need of a photographer for your own wedding day head over to my contact page and we can get to planning your day!

Vendors

Dress: @gretchensbridalgallery 

Makeup: @isabelcoonsartistry

Catering: @citybbq

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