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Renee & David: A Rustic Wedding in Cottage Grove, MN

Both outdoor enthusiasts practically from birth, Renee Loiselle and David Fawcett met while on a whitewater kayaking trip. The Bride Renee Loiselle,

Both outdoor enthusiasts practically from birth, Renee Loiselle and David Fawcett met while on a whitewater kayaking trip. The Bride Renee Loiselle, 32, IT consultant The Groom David Fawcett, 37, application developer The Date October 10 The nature-loving couple knew they wanted a fall wedding, which would allow them to share the colors and beauty of the Minnesota foliage with friends and family.

Two of Renee and David's friends (one singing, one accompanying on guitar) performed Annie's Song by John Denver, a tune that reflected their mutual love of the outdoors. The 150 year-old historic mansion recently underwent a million-dollar renovation.
The nature-loving couple knew they wanted a fall wedding, which would allow them to share the colors and beauty of the Minnesota foliage with friends and family.
David wore a black tux with a platinum-color vest and tie.
The Couple
Renee's ivory A-line gown with spaghetti straps, purchased less than a week before due to an eleventh-hour alterations snafu with the gown she'd ordered, sparkled with silver embroidery by Jasmine Couture.
Renee wore fresh white stephanotis in her hair.
Renee carried a bouquet of red roses and reddish orange calla lilies, which matched the groom's and best man's boutonnieres. All blooms, including the orange and red calla lilies and red roses, were chosen to complement the fall foliage.