We Love the Cool Tones of This Budget-Friendly Indiana Wedding: The Real Wedding of Mary Claire and Carl Wagner

It was love at first sight when Mary Claire and Carl locked eyes at a friend’s wedding. “Next thing I know, he’s introducing himself and we danced the rest of the night,” Mary Claire remembers. Soon, the pair knew they had found something special! Carl popped the question to Mary Claire during a hike at the dunes. She of course said 'yes!'

As Mary Claire was looking for her dress, one particular gown kept popping up in her feed. “I didn’t think that shape would flatter me, but we went to a boutique to try it on. I fell in love with the designer and the shape instantly!” 

We can't get enough of the gorgeous way that MonetSPhotography captured this fun-loving bridal party in front of a sunset!

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To stay within her budget, Mary Claire created the reception’s centerpieces herself. “I absolutely loved doing it, besides having all of the arrangements in my house crowding my living room. Worth it, though!”

Advice from the couple

Mary Claire advises couples who want to have a short engagement plan their wedding in the winter. “It really wasn’t stressful!” she says.

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