Tom and Mara's Beautiful Riverwood Mansion Wedding
Festivals may be life-changing events for certain people, more practical than for others. Festivals are an ideal place to meet romantic partners because from the start you already know that you have similar ideas about what constitutes quality time, and your musical tastes are almost identical. So, it's perhaps not surprising that so many people meet their significant other at music festivals.
Thomas and Mara met several years ago at a music festival in Atlanta, GA, they clicked right away and were determined to make this work. Thomas was in Nashville, Tennessee, and Mara was in Johnson City, Tennessee. Mara eventually relocated to Nashville, and the two became engaged. and got married on October 16th, 2020 at Riverwood Mansion, surrounded by their friends and family.
The Hotel
Fairlane Hotel. It is centrally located in Nashville’s downtown business and arts district. Just a short walk from Broadway, the gulch, and other attractions. The Fairlane hotel bustles with the city’s contagious energy and creative spirit as the retro-modern center. Savvy travelers experience impeccable service with the timeless appeal of classic style behind the mid-century modernist façade. You’ll be taken care of in just the right amount of luxury from sunup to sundown, giving us the luxury of providing you with an experience that begged to be repeated. Fairland hotel is 2020’s Traveler Choice awarded by TripAdvisor.
Riverwood Mansion. Riverwood Mansion is known as one of Nashville's top wedding and event venues, having produced magnificent wedding experiences for nearly 20 years. The mansion is magnificent, and the manicured gardens and grounds work together to make your dream of a stunning Southern-style wedding a reality. Riverwood is secluded enough to take you to another age while still being just minutes from downtown Nashville. Riverwood Mansion is a historical landmark in Nashville. It has been designated as one of Nashville's most historically important structures by the Metropolitan Historical Commission. Riverwood is one of Nashville's oldest homes, and at 9,200 square feet, it is also one of the largest. It was built in the late 1790s within its original 2,500 acres. It is well-known for its lavish parties, which have hosted seven US presidents. The tradition of creating unforgettable memories continues at Riverwood Mansion.
Best Day Ever
The most fascinating moment had arrived, Thomas and Mara's wedding day. Mara looked stunning in a custom-made gown by Olia Zavozina. With her classic, elegant silhouettes, luxurious fabrics, and custom designs, Nashville-based bridal designer Olia Zavozina is turning heads in the bridal industry. The beautiful collections and concepts behind the custom designs are that every woman should feel her best self in her wedding gown. Olia Zavozina designed and tailored for some celebrity clients, and she appeared on Total Diva Season 6 as well.
The wedding day is full of special moments with dad, from the walk down the aisle to the father-daughter dance. And now, several brides are opting for an additional special moment: the first look with their father. Wearing her off-shoulder stunning gown, Mara shared a first look with her father. First looks with dad are some of the sweetest moments to photograph as a wedding photographer. The father of the bride is the first person to see the bride before she walks down the aisle, which is an ideal moment to photograph. It was such an emotional moment with her father, and I adore those pictures, which show a strong bond between father and daughter. Mara also had her first look with her Bestfriend Skylar.
Mara's getting ready photos capture every sweet moment between her and her bridesmaids on the morning of her wedding. They had a lot of fun capturing a shot of her and her bridesmaids on the bridal suite bed with champagne on their lips. It's such a beautiful moment to capture a mother and daughter moment.
The bridesmaids stayed the night at the Fairlane Hotel in downtown Nashville and planned the wedding the next morning there. The boys prepared at Riverwood Mansion, their residence. Their wedding party was a mix of men and women from both sides, which was a lot of fun.
Riverwood Mansion's breathtaking grounds, gorgeous gardens, and extravagant decor turned Thomas and Mara's wedding into a sanctuary. They had a lovely outdoor ceremony in front of a greenery-draped bridge with perfectly beautiful weather.
Thomas and Mara continue their wedding celebrations in the magnificent place of Riverwood. Riverwood provided a tent for their reception. Under the string lights, guests enjoyed dinner, cocktails, and dancing, everybody had a great time on the dance floor. Thomas and Mara performed a dance that showed how much fun they are having and how much they are loving their time together.
Final Say
It's not just about the music when it comes to a great festival experience. The songs, the environment, the talks, the atmosphere, the people, the weather, the chats, the food and drink, and the vibe all contribute to the otherworldly action. However, another love story could be written, just like what happened with Thomas and Mara. Their path was crossed by a fantastic festival.
Your wedding will complete with the hiring of wonderful, professional wedding photographers to capture these beautiful memories, with natural beauty serving as the perfect backdrop. Your wedding photos will be your most treasured keepsake, like Thomas and Mara sharing their beautiful smile with me and the rest of the guests, is an inspiration.
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