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A Classic Formal Wedding in Columbus, OH

The Bride Alessandra Martinelli, 26 The Groom Jonathan Rogers, 29, works at Schick Technologies The Date June 16 The look and feel of the couple’s we

The Bride Alessandra Martinelli, 26 The Groom Jonathan Rogers, 29, works at Schick Technologies The Date June 16 The look and feel of the couple’s wedding was elegant, classic and black-tie. Alessandra and Jonathan used a rich, regal palette of gold, champagne and ivory to complete the look.

Place Settings
Seating Chart
Bridal Shoes
Gold candelabras were topped with rounded white-and-green arrangements. Ivory linens and gold chairs finished the look.
The Bridesmaid Looks
The Boutonnieres
The girls’ purple chiffon floor-length gowns were displayed on personalized hangers as they got ready.
Intricately decorated table numbers were placed in ornate gold frames.
Alessandra wore her hair in a romantic half-up style to match her classic gown.
Ceremony site: Our Lady of Victory Church, Columbus, OH Reception site: Westin Columbus, Columbus, OH Photography: Nicole Dixon Photographic Videography: TRUE Video Gown: Monique Lhuillier, Monique Lhuillier Salon, Los Angeles, CA Hair and makeup: Erika Taylor Urban Spa Veil: DesignsbyKristen.com Bridesmaid dresses: Amsale, La Jeune Mariee Bridal Boutique, Worthington, OH Formalwear: Romanoff’s, Dublin, OH Stationery: You’re Invited Flowers and rentals: Russ Griffin/Griffin’s Floral & Event Design Catering: Westin Columbus Music: Ceremony organist: Carol Ann Bradley; Ceremony and cocktail hour: The Paragon Trio; Reception DJ: Mark Dantzer Cake: Sue Larson/le Gateau Transportation: Urban Express Charter
Tall Centerpieces
White Wedding Cake