There’s something truly timeless about spring weddings at Newfields in Indianapolis—and Sarah and Nicholas’s celebration this past May was no exception. Their day combined refined elegance with vintage-inspired details, creating a wedding that felt both romantic and deeply personal. From the lush outdoor ceremony to the glowing reception pavilion, every moment was filled with beauty.

 

 

 

 

Sarah and Nicholas exchanged vows on the terrace of the historic Lilly House, surrounded by spring gardens in full bloom. The soft ivory and champagne palette created a natural complement to the outdoor setting, while delicate floral arrangements by Satin and Stems framed the scene with grace. The breeze carried just the slightest hint of early summer warmth, setting the stage for a heartfelt ceremony.

 

 

 

 

Following the ceremony, guests gathered in the Randolph H. Deer Special Events Pavilion for a reception that perfectly balanced romance and celebration. Under rows of glowing garden string lights, the space came alive with tall glass vases, flickering candelabras, and a floral palette of ivories, blush tones, and greenery. Together with the joyful laughter of family and friends, the atmosphere was nothing short of enchanting.

 

 

 

 

Sarah and Nicholas’s stationery suite set the tone for their wedding day. Their invitations featured soft champagne letterpress printing, a silk ribbon wrap, and a vintage-inspired monogram crest that later made its way onto the dance floor. Guests received a hint of the garden setting to come through a fine art illustration of the Lilly House, paired with vintage floral illustrations and even a nod to Marie Oakley’s painting “Garden in May,” which appeared on envelope liners and table numbers.

 

Instead of traditional paper programs, the couple welcomed guests with a fabric welcome sign that billowed softly in the breeze, listing the ceremony details and members of the wedding party. At the reception, the seating display featured ornate die-cut escort cards, each delicately tied with raw-edge silk ribbon. The place cards, each with their own unique floral illustration, doubled as a clever way to denote entrée selections for the catering team.

 

The menus were truly a showpiece: laser-cut peonies with embossed text, offering guests a tactile, unforgettable detail. Additional touches, like a fabric bar sign draped across the bar front with signature cocktails and drink offerings, carried the couple’s vintage theme seamlessly through the evening.

 

When the music began, Sarah and Nicholas’s monogrammed dance floor quickly became the heart of the evening. Guests laughed, danced, and toasted under twinkling string lights, making memories that will last a lifetime. It was a joyful celebration that perfectly reflected the couple’s love story—timeless, elegant, and full of heart.

 

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Venue: Newfields (Lilly House Terrace & Randolph H. Deer Special Events Pavilion)
Florals & Planning: Satin and Stems
Photography: Lauren Peterson Photography
Stationery & Signage: Interprintations