alex + chris

from Area Woman Magazine Feb/Mar '19

by Lake & Home Magazine | Area Woman Magazine

fun events with family and friends

JUNE 22, 2018

When she met Chris at the Annual Food Truck Festival through a mutual friend, Alex immediately thought he was an interesting character. A few days later, she took matters into her own hands and messaged him asking him out. His reply led to a first date at the Casselton Shooting Range followed by an evening of burgers, darts, music, and great conversation. It was clear from the beginning they were soul mates. “We felt like we had known each other for years,” Alex says.

Fast forward nearly three years later, Alex and Chris said their vows in a traditional wedding ceremony at Bethlehem Lutheran Church.

As a photographer who is first on weddings at Scherling Photography, Alex knew right away that quickly booking a reception venue was imperative. They chose Courtyard by Marriott in Moorhead because their policy is to only hold one wedding at a time. “We loved that exclusivity of having the staff concentrate on our wedding for the day,” says Alex. A classic color scheme quickly emerged with knee-length maroon bridesmaid dresses and Chris choosing navy suits for the men. Alex added rose gold and blush accents in wherever possible, from the elegant cake stands on the dessert table down to her sparkling rose gold sneakers peeking out beneath the tulle layers of her gown.

For a couple that enjoys camping and the outdoors, Gooseberry Park made the perfect photo location for a little alone time before heading to the church for the main event. Alex advises any bride-to-be to plan some time alone as a couple. “It can even be 15 minutes, where you and your significant other are alone to be with one another and tell them how much you love them,” she says. “Tell them how happy you are, that you have found the person, your favorite person, to share a life with, how much you appreciate them.” As a professional photographer, Alex has seen it all and offers lots of helpful advice for planning your own wedding, saying, “Timing is everything.” She suggests booking venues and vendors early, following a checklist, don’t be afraid to ask your vendors questions, and make a timeline for the day. She says, “Keep a positive note in mind and realize that things happen, and not everything might go perfectly in order, but it is what it is and don’t let the little things stress you out.” ceremony: Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Fargo reception: Courtyard by Marriott, Moorhead photography:

Alex and Chris decided to wait and take a honeymoon this February when the weather here in Fargo is not the best. “We knew we wanted to go somewhere we both had never been so we can experience the city together,” Alex says. Where did they decide to go? New Orleans!

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