Windi's Wedding Wisdom
There's never a dull moment in the wedding biz!
Here's some amusing tales, helpful tips and
lessons learned along the way.
There's never a dull moment in the wedding biz!
Here's some amusing tales, helpful tips and
lessons learned along the way.
Honestly? They had us at “floral mohawk.”
We see a lot of styled photo shoots, but every once in a while, we come across one that really stands out. Such is the case for today’s feature—a woodsy, bohemian elopement with an edgy twist. This shoot began when Windi Noble of Run to an Elopement decided to showcase some of her favorite vendors in the Hocking Hills region in a destination-inspired styled wedding. “Destination weddings are becoming more common, and we are very lucky to have such a beautiful and lush location only 40 minutes south of Downtown Columbus,” Noble says. “We want our future couples to see the possibilities available for their destination elopements or weddings.” The models for this shoot had eloped in their backyard, Noble explains, adding, that it was “such an honor to give them the wedding experience that they never had.” The photogenic couple certainly wasn’t camera-shy, though we have to admit that the bride’s service dog, Petey, certainly stole the scene a time or two! Vendors used Photographer: Elizabeth Nihiser Photography Coordination/officiant: Run to an Elopement Flowers/décor: Shaffer Creative Co. Venue: Cedar Grove Lodging and Events Cake: Pinkerton’s Cakes Bride: top from T.J.Maxx, skirt from Wedding, Etc., hair and makeup by The Ultimate Look Groom: Hawk’s Nest Models: Meg and Philip Russell (and Petey) https://www.columbusmonthly.com/lifestyle/20191115/styled-shoot-edgy-boho-destination-elopement
0 Comments
![]() I had a vision of teaming up with some truly outstanding wedding professionals to stage a styled shoot at one of Ohio's newest wedding venues, Blystone Farms. I first met Tyler Toles, Blystone's Chef and lead Event coordinator, last summer at a local networking event. We instantly bonded-- his personality and authenticity are infectious. During our tour of his beautiful venue I suggested we work together on a styled shoot. Digging deep into my resources I contacted some of my favorite vendors to come together to make this shoot a raging success. Our first contact was Ashley Graham of Oh Deer Photography-- she is an awesome lady and has a way of bringing people together. She then reached out to a group of photographers who she is mentoring and offered them an open invitation to shoot. Tyler and I both divided the responsibility of finding vendors to join us by donating their time, goods and creativity. Without the support of our community this shoot would not have been so successful. We had two couples and two different looks, one a traditional winter look-- the other a Boho Chic look that was published in Columbus Monthly Magazine. We want to thank all of the vendors that provided services for this shoot! Our Winter look: Co-host and creative team Blystone Farms, Run to an Elopement and Oh Deer Photography Hair and Makeup by AP Beauty Gown by Lisa Emerita Tuxedo by Romanoff's Classic Tuxedos Models Sara & Khaled Younes Flowers by Dashing Design Cake by Blystone Farms Decor by Dashing Designs & Blystone Farms Calligraphy by Ampersand Design Studio Jewelry by Worthington Jewelers Our Boho Chic look that was featured in Columbus Monthly Team: Co-host and creative team Blystone Farms, Run to an Elopement and Oh Deer Photography
Hair and Makeup by Le Rêve Makeup & Hair LLC. Gown by Lisa Emerita Tuxedo by Romanoff's Classic Tuxedos Models Jesse and Justin Miller Flowers by Dashing Design Cake by Blystone Farms Decor by Dashing Designs & Blystone Farms Calligraphy by Ampersand Design Studio Jewelry by Worthington Jewelers Congratulations on your engagement! Here are our tips on how to acquire your marriage license.9/13/2018 When should we acquire our marriage license?
We suggest 2-3 weeks before your wedding date. No appointment is necessary. What do we need to bring to the Probate Court to obtain our marriage license? Driver’s License or State ID Passport Birth Certificate Social Security card or know your Social Security number Certified copy of the most recent divorce/annulment/dissolution decree, if applicable Marriage licenses are only valid for 60 days from the date of issuance. There is no waiting period in Ohio You are not required to have a blood test There is no premarital counseling required Both applicants must be present Where do we go to get our marriage license? It depends on the county in which you reside--for Franklin county residents, you simply go to the marriage license department located 373 South High Street, 23rd Floor, Columbus, Ohio 43215. Their hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday; closed on holidays. For couples in surrounding counties, you will need to acquire your marriage license from your local probate court. Out-of-state residents, you will need to obtain your marriage license from the county in which your ceremony will be performed. We are happy to help guide you through this process, simply email runtoanelopement@gmail.com . To obtain the address and/or phone number for your county please visit http://probate.franklincountyohio.gov/about/related-links.cfm What is the fee for a marriage license? It varies from county to county. Franklin county is only $65. Who may perform a marriage ceremony? Of course we would be honored to serve you-- however we understand that we couldn’t possibly serve every couple in Ohio. Any licensed and ordained minister/officiant registered with the Secretary of the State of Ohio, Judge, or Mayor is legally able to perform your ceremony. Unsure if your officiant/minister is licensed by our state? Check out https://www.sos.state.oh.us/records/minister-licenses/ to verify their license. We are super excited to share this with you! Thanks to our friends over at Mak Rabbitt Photography we have been featured in EquallyWed. Check out the article here.
Special thanks to Billy and Tony for trusting that we would provide them with the most magical ceremony ever. Of course we are gushing with gratitude towards Tony and Sarah of Mak Rabbitt-- these two are simply the best. That's all for now, but we'll be in touch again soon! Love, Windi How do I change my name?
How to write your own vows?
Many of my celebrants choose to write their own vows. I actually encourage it! It is a lovely way to demonstrate the love and commitment you share. The vows do not need to be lengthy; keep them short, sweet and speak from the heart. I am often asked, “How do we start?” Well, I’ve put together a quick guide that’s guaranteed to make your vow writing easy!
In closing, theknot.com has provided an excellent list of questions to consider when you are starting this process. I have listed them here for your convenience:
Run to an Elopement Honored For Excellence With 2017 WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award® Columbus, Ohio – January 18, 2017 – WeddingWire, the leading global online marketplace for the wedding and event industry, announced Run to an Elopement as a winner of the esteemed 2017 WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards® for Wedding Officiants in Columbus! The Couples’ Choice Awards recognize the top five percent of wedding professionals on WeddingWire who demonstrate excellence in quality, service, responsiveness, and professionalism. The prestigious awards are given to the top local wedding professionals across more than 20 service categories, from wedding venues to wedding photographers, based on their professional achievements from the previous year. The WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards winners are determined solely based on reviews from real newlyweds and their experiences working with Run to an Elopement. Award-winning vendors are distinguished for the quality, quantity, consistency and timeliness of the reviews they have received from their past clients. “The Couples’ Choice Awards’ ninth year features one of the most impressive groups of dedicated and acclaimed wedding professionals yet,” said Timothy Chi, CEO, WeddingWire. “It is our honor to work with high-caliber merchants, such as Run to an Elopement who not only make a couple's big day possible, but also contribute to the more than 2.5 million U.S. reviews represented on WeddingWire. We congratulate all of this year's winners on their achievements.” As a Couples’ Choice Awards® winner, Run to an Elopement is highlighted on WeddingWire, which is comprised of more than 200,000 wedding professionals in the U.S. Run to an Elopement is thrilled to be one of the top Wedding Officiants in Columbus on WeddingWire. We would like to thank our past clients for taking the time to review our business on WeddingWire. We truly value all of our clients and appreciate the positive feedback that helped us earn a 2017 WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award. For more information about Run to an Elopement please visit our website today at www.runtoanelopement.com To learn more about the WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards®, please visit www.weddingwire.com/couples-choice-awards. About WeddingWire, Inc. WeddingWire, Inc. is the leading global online marketplace connecting consumers with event and creative professionals. Operating within a $200 billion industry, WeddingWire, Inc. hosts 10 million monthly unique users across its mobile and web platforms. Consumers around the world are able to read over 3 million vendor reviews and search, compare and book from a database of over 400,000 businesses globally. It provides these businesses the technology they need to serve their clients through advertising, marketing and business management tools such as websites, payment processing, invoicing and contracts. Founded in 2007, the WeddingWire portfolio of sites serves couples and businesses across 15 countries in North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia, making it the worldwide leader in weddings with brands including Bodas.net, Casamentos.com.br, Matrimonio.com and more. The company employs more than 800 and maintains global headquarters in Washington, DC and international headquarters in Barcelona, Spain. I support LGBTQ Hello! Welcome to Run to an Elopement’s newest addition—the blog. This first topic is very near and dear to me, as a child of persons who identify with the LGBTQ community; I believe it is super-duper important that everyone understands how I feel about performing LGBTQ weddings or as I like to call them weddings. I’m not a huge fan of dividing people by using unnecessary words. For the last year I have been hesitant to address this topic. The list of reasons are long and plentiful like many of my LGBTQ counterparts, but the bottom line is that we are all HUMANS. Like many supporters of the LGBTQ community I feared backlash from outside, closed minded individuals. During one of my meditation sessions it came to me that I need to address the pink er….rainbow elephant in the room and be LOUD AND PROUD. I want you to know: 1. I am an ally and I support the LGBTQ community; 2. Equality for all is a credence that I carry daily; 3. Same-sex couples are just couples to me; I respect the desire to have that “perfect fairy tale moment” in their lives. LOVE IS ALL YOU NEED. Love knows no boundaries. My mission is to ensure all of “my” celebrants feel comfortable and carefree on their wedding day. I have married several same-sex couples and I always find a sense of relief in their voices when they announce during our first telephone call that they are a “gay” couple to which I immediately respond, “PERFECT!” In that moment, the whole tone of the conversation shifts to one of relief. I immediately wonder, “Has this poor couple been discriminated against?” “Rejected by their peers?” “Told NO!?” It is alarming to me that in 2017 people are still not being accepted for who they are. Here at Run to an Elopement you will never feel like you “don’t belong.” There will never be a reason for you to remain silent. I want you to be LOUD and PROUD and would love to help you celebrate and honor the loving committed couple that you are. |
Also read:
Archives
June 2022
Categories
All
|