The Minikahda Club Wedding :: Minneapolis, MN

As avid hikers and adventurers, Maddie and Rob have been on many trips together. One such early in their relationship trip took them to Lake Tahoe to hike, mountain bike and explore. Being that it was one of the first “trips” together, Rob knew that when he was going to propose to Maddie they would be back. In April of 2021, Rob planned a surprise trip back to Lake Tahoe. As they began their first hike of the trip and about a mile in on the Rubicon State Trail, Rob asked Maddie to be his wife! For the rest of the trip they were able to celebrate together and begin planning for their May wedding.

Maddie and her family began their day getting ready at the home they all grew up in. Longtime friend and hair dresser, Meg Cargas came to the home and gave Maddie a beautiful updo while Paige Bodene focused on subtle and stunning make up for the ladies. Maddie’s sister helped her into her classic wedding dress from Che Bella. We captured a few photos of Maddie’s family at the house and then headed to the Basilica of St. Mary in Minneapolis where Maddie and Rob would be married. Both Rob and Maddie chose not to do a first look. The ceremony began with Maddie’s nieces and nephews coming down the aisle… some ok with it and a few having a harder time! Maddie and her father followed with tears shed and a beautiful ceremony followed.

The couple the headed to celebrate their reception at the Minikahda Club in a classic Rolls Royce. Upon arrival, we were able to get some family photos on the outside deck and then headed into the beautifully decorated ballroom thanks to the staff at the club and Westdale Floral who brought in an array of Peony’s, garden roses and Anemones; all in Maddie’s favorite color, pink. Both sets of parents brought tear jerking speeches while guests enjoyed a delicious meal and cake created by Patti Soskin at YUM! The evening was perfect for some golden hour photos on the front lawn of the club, and the night came to a beautiful end as Blue Water Kings Band brought incredible music for all. Congratulations Maddie and Rob, I could not be happier for you. Enjoy your incredible Italian Honeymoon!

Ceremony:: Basilica of St. Mary // Reception:: Minikahda Club // Florist:: Westdale Flora // Wedding dress:: Che Bella // Hair:: Meg Vargas // Make-up:: Paige Bodene // Men’s Ware:: Hubert White // Caterer:: Minikahda Club // Baker:: Patti Soskin at YUM! // Band:: Blue Water Kings Band // Rings:: Thomas Joseph and Sons //