Urban & Rustic Styles Collide: Your Wedding Guide for Bloomington and Brown County, Indiana

Located just outside of the hustle and bustle of Indianapolis and its suburbs lies an area of untapped wedding potential. The Bloomington and Brown County areas are filled with amazing locales and vendors to help you plan the most beautiful wedding.

If you are seeking a place to host your wedding that has the charm of the countryside with the sophistication of the city, Bloomington is the perfect city for you. To lean into more of the country appeal, you could seek the quaint feeling of Brown County. Here are some reasons to book either place as your location for your dream wedding.

 

Bloomington is where country and city collide. With stunning architectural feats like the buildings you will see on Indiana University’s campus that was founded in 1820 to rustic wineries surrounded by miles and miles of woodlands, there’s something in Bloomington for everyone.

Are you a fan of pizza and want to serve some of the best to your guests? Bloomington is home to the best ‘za in all of Indiana, so hosting your wedding here would be a treat to your guests. They are also known for an extensive menu of international food. Share some of you and your spouse’s favorite cuisines or pieces of your culture with wedding guests through food!

Brown County is a nature-lover’s paradise. Known for its beautiful and expansive natural landscape, a Brown County wedding could feel like a destination wedding easily. Home to the largest state park in Indiana, there are plenty of scenic places that will take your breath away and be the perfect backdrop for your wedding photographs!

There is also a burgeoning arts and shopping scene nestled in this charming area. Both the music and art scenes have been growing over the years, with plenty of local talent to supplement your wedding or entertain your guests. You may also find one-of-a-kind décor in Brown County thanks to the emerging shopping scene filled with local artisans!

With great food, beautiful scenery, rustic and urban vibes, and entertainment covered in this often overlooked area, it’s time to meet some of the vendors who could make the wedding of your dreams come to life if you choose to host in the Bloomington/Brown County area!

 

 

Photography

Amber Knight Photography

Bloomington, IN
amberknightphotography.com

Described as flexible, easy going, gifted, knowledgeable and comforting, Amber’s passion is photography. While earthy and organic photos are her niche, her skill and determination will provide you with photos that turn your favorite moments into memories you cherish for a lifetime.

 

 

Venues & Catering

Big Woods Restaurant

116 N Grant Street, Bloomington, IN 47408
bigwoodsrestaurants.com/bloomington

Hard Truth Distilling Co.

418 Old State Road 46, Nashville, IN 47448
visithardtruth.com
 

Quaff On! Pour House

60 Molly's Lane, Nashville, IN 47448
bigwoodsrestaurants.com/nashville

With Big Woods nestled in the heart of bustling Bloomington and Hard Truth deep in the nature of Nashville, you can let your heart decide where to host your reception. Both offer amazing food choices as well as refreshments from both Hard Truth Distillery and Quaff On! Pour House to meet the tastes of all your guests and pair with any food selection you choose.

 

Photo: Ashlyn Peters Photography

 

Bridal Attire

The Frock Bridal House

118 S College Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47404
thefrockbridal.com

Looking to elevate a bride on her wedding day, The Frock Bridal House makes it their mission to find the dress you not only look the best in but also feel the best in. They offer unique styles from independent designers that can't be found anywhere else in Indiana. The Frock's amazing team knows how special your wedding day is and attempts to make your dress shopping experience as memorable as your big day!

 

Photos: VILMA MARIA Photographer

 

Hair & Makeup

The Mane Bloomington

114 College Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47404
themanebloomington.com

Under the professional stylings of Jamie Herrington and Ravin Rowe out of The Mane Bloomington, you will look and feel like a beauty queen on your wedding day! Both talented stylists have years of experience and the ability to create versatile styles to match your hair and makeup to your wedding theme and enhance your natural beauty.

 

 

Décor & Rentals

The Best is Yet to Be Event Rentals

Bloomington, IN
thebestisyettobeeventrentals.com

Driven to create the atmosphere of your wedding by providing unique furniture and décor rentals, The Best is Yet to Be is the premier place to get your rentals in Bloomington. Their extensive selection and knowledgeable staff will help you bring the wedding of your dreams to life before your very eyes!

 

 

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