Courtney and Josh’s Colorful Wedding at Coxhall Gardens

Bride and groom at Coxhall Gardens in Carmel Indiana

Courtney and Josh are an incredible couple. They are loving, fun, and creative, as are the fantastic people around them. 

The wedding was an explosion of color, with vibrant pink tones leading through many wedding details. Josh created an art installation of inlaid wood as a focal point of the wedding reception. The vibrant pattern was the perfect detail to carry throughout the wedding, from the invitations to the table tops and band front.

This spectacular wedding was truly a reflection of the bride and groom.

Bride and groom at the Carmichael Hotel in Carmel Indiana.

A Moment With Dad

With everyone dressed and ready, Courtney and her father had a very special first look. It was an emotional moment for them both and very touching.

Bride embracing her father before her wedding ceremony

It’s Josh’s Turn!

As the time to leave for the wedding ceremony drew closer, it was time for Josh and Courtney’s first look. They are so adorable together; we love the laughter and tender moments the two share all day.

Bride and groom's first look

Heading To Coxhall Gardens

Courtney, Josh, and their wedding party gathered together for the short ride to Coxhall Gardens for some pre-ceremony photos.

We love that Courtney’s bridal party was invited to express themselves by choosing their wedding attire in the bright pink color palate. The color story is so vibrant that you can’t help but smile.

Wedding party in bright pink gowns at Coxhall Gardens

Amazing What You Can Do In 5 Minutes

With everything in place for the beautiful garden wedding ceremony, guests began the ten-minute journey from the hotel to the gardens.

Beautiful floral ceremony structure at a Coxhall Gardens wedding

However, the weather had something else in mind. Despite the clear radar reports and weather forecasts, the skies open up for an unprecedented pop-up shower.

It was all hands on deck. With the help of all of the wedding professionals, the chairs, musicians, programs, and wedding decor, including a touching memorial honoring the bride’s mother, made it inside Coxhall Mansion before the guests arrived.

Wedding ceremony inside of Coxhall Mansion

With This Ring

As everyone gathered inside the mansion, Josh waited with anticipation as Courtney, escorted by her father, made her entrance to ‘Somewhere Only Where We Know.’

groom waiting for his bride at Coxhall Mansion.
Bride walking down the aisle with her father at Coxhall Mansion

The ceremony was filled with beautiful readings and tender moments. The couple exchanged wedding rings and vows, sealing them with a kiss before heading off for time together.

Wedding ceremony at Coxhall Gardens
Wedding ceremony at Coxhall Gardens
Wedding ceremony at Coxhall Gardens
Wedding ceremony at Coxhall Gardens

Blue Skies

As the wedding ceremony ended, the rain shower followed. This allowed wedding guests to enjoy cocktail hour in the gardens. Cocktail Hour included a delicious Seafood Bar and passed hors d’oeuvres.

Passed hors d'oeuvres at a Coxal Gardens wedding reception

Guests also enjoyed taking photos in front of the spectacular floral wedding structure installed for the outdoor wedding ceremony.

A Tropical Oasis

Palm trees and brightly colored flowers framed Josh’s inlaid wood creation, which was utilized as an escort card wall. 

Each guest’s escort card was attached to a copper Moscow Mule Mug. They could use it to enjoy the newlywed’s favorite cocktail and engrave it with their name to take home. This was truly a labor of love for the couple.

Custom escort card wall with Moscow Mule Mugs

Once inside the tent, the open space exploded with color. Gold chairs surrounded an eclectic mix of tables. Josh’s inlay pattern covered some tables while others were draped in beautiful linens in bold, solid colors.

Table tops overflowed with colorful flowers, tropical greenery, candles, gold-toned flatware, vintage-inspired glassware, and charger plates topped with custom menu cards tucked inside a colorful napkin.

Colorful wedding reception at Coxhall Gardens in Carmel Indiana
Colorful wedding reception at Coxhall Gardens in Carmel Indiana

At the far end of the room, the bandstand was decorated with a chevron pattern, incredible floral arrangements, and the couple’s two-tiered white wedding cake sitting in front.

Colorful wedding reception at Coxhall Gardens in Carmel Indiana

The newlywed’s sweetheart table faced the dance floor. Draped in luxurious linen, it was flanked by oversized glass cylinders of flowers and floating candles. A lush, wide rope of flowers cascaded across the table and onto the dance floor.

Sweetheart table at a Coxhall Gardens tented wedding

Blown Away

Courtney and Josh took a few minutes away from their guests for a sneak peek at the reception tent before guests were invited in.

It’s easy to see by their reaction that they were blown away. They loved how both color and pattern inspired by them were woven throughout the reception.

This, along with the gasps from guests as they entered the space, is exactly the response Monica and our Mon Amie Events team live for!

Bride and groom taking a sneak peek at their Coxhall Gardens wedding reception designed by Mon Amie Events Inc.
Bride and groom taking a sneak peek at their Coxhall Gardens wedding reception designed by Mon Amie Events Inc.
Bride and groom taking a sneak peek at their Coxhall Gardens wedding reception designed by Mon Amie Events Inc.
Bride and groom with Master Wedding Planner Monica Richard of Mon Amie Events Inc.

An Evening To Remember

After everyone was seated, the newlyweds made their grand entrance. 

Bride and groom's grand entrance at their Coxhall Gardens wedding

Taking their seats, the evening proceeded with a toast by the Father of the Bride and a blessing by the Father of the Groom.

Happy bride and groom at their Carmel Indiana wedding reception
Father of the bride making a toast at a Carmel Indiana wedding

Dinner was a fabulous multi-course tasting menu showcasing some of the couple’s favorite foods.

Maine Lobster Bisque paired with a Grilled Caesar Salad

Tuscan Salmon with Orzo Farro, and Bruschetta Hollandaise

Dry Aged Beef Tenderloin with Caramelized Leek Butter

with Truffled Yukon Mash, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, and Purple Cauliflower

After dinner, the newlyweds took to the dance floor for their first dance to ‘A Few Things,’ their cake cutting, and two beautiful parent dances to open the dance floor for the night.

Bride and groom's first dance

After an evening of dancing, guests were invited outside for a special surprise. FIREWORKS! 

Guests returned to the tent and were treated to a gourmet Ice Cream Sundae Dessert Bar and a Late Night Snack Station with Toasted PB&J, Craft Grilled Cheese, Saratoga Chips, and Parmesan Fries.

The incredible Coxhall Gardens wedding ended with the couple’s last dance to ‘Wagon Wheel.’

Bride and groom dancing at their Coxhall Gardens wedding reception in Carmel Indiana

Congratulations, Courtney and Josh! We wish you a lifetime of incredible smiles and laughter.

Merci Beaucoup

Thank you to all the incredible Indiana wedding professionals who made Courtney and Josh’s wedding so magical.

Indianapolis Wedding Planner and Designer: Mon Amie Events, Inc.

Carmel Wedding Venue: Coxhall Gardens

Wedding Officiant: Lauren Shapiro

Ceremony Entertainment: TLW Entertainment

Catering: Ritz Charles

Floral: Elsie’s Flower Shoppe

Rentals:

A Classic Rentals

BBJ Linens

Evans Audio Visual

MichaelAngelos Events

Violet Vintage Rentals

Wedding Photography: Megan Noll Photography

Wedding Film: Blue Opal Entertainment

Entertainment: Sarlas Music

Pyrotechnics: Circle City Pyro

Hair and Makeup: Andrew Elliott Makeup and Tatiana Arabadzhy Hair Salon

Paperie: Oliver’s Twist

Transportation: Antique Limo

Accommodations: Carmichael Hotel / Renaissance Indianapolis North Hotel

Rehearsal Dinner: Feinstein’s

Caramel Indiana bride and groom after their wedding ceremony
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