Blue and White Hues and Airy Details Foster Elegant Atmosphere at Riverbend and Whistling Straits

Engulfed by the pristine grounds of Riverbend and Whistling Straits in Kohler, Reynolds Lowry and John Rittenhouse’s dream Wisconsin destination wedding came to life. The New York couple sought to create an elevated weekend where guests could experience the summer magic of the bride’s home state of Wisconsin. With help from Kirstie Easley of Elevate Events, the result was an elegant celebratory weekend of events that balanced an air of opulence with down-to-earth elements. Weekend festivities kicked off with a golf outing for friends and family followed by an intimate rehearsal dinner and “Prairie Chic” welcome party overlooking the Blackwolf Run at Kohler and featuring Wisconsin’s best: cheese curds, brats and old-fashioneds. Loved ones from all over gathered for the black-tie wedding day where meadow-inspired floral arrangements and Chinoiserie vases decorated the ceremony. To enhance the natural ambience, the reception tent featured an array of airy details, from rattan elements and bowering greenery to calming hues of blue and white. A disco ball above the dance floor hinted at the party to come as newlyweds’ signature cocktails, “The New York State of Mind” martini and “The Union Jack” gimlet (an ode to the groom's childhood in London, England), were flowing. Staying true to their original goal of giving their loved ones an unforgettable experience, Reynolds and John chose to have a lively band keep the dance floor packed all night, before guests headed to a local dive bar for the after-party.