Urban garden meets vintage downtown Milwaukee glam wedding! When Alex saw Kara, the most joyful tears immediately began flowing endlessly down his face. Nearby, a group of onlookers enjoying cocktails erupted in cheers. This moment was one that they had been preparing for for so long, and somehow it was even better than what they had dreamt of. Their Vista MKE , downtown Milwaukee wedding day had been long in the making.
![A bride and groom kiss on a bride - Historic Third Ward Milwaukee wedding portraits](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-291-1024x683.jpg?resize=960%2C640&ssl=1)
Milwaukee is a staple in the story of Alex and Kara. It’s where they had their first date where Kara handedly beat Alex at mini golf and they went to a Memorial Day fair where they won not one, not two, but three goldfish. “While the gold fish did not make it past a week, fortunately our relationship did.” – Alex
Downtown Milwaukee Wedding Venue
The Milwaukee city scape proved to be a consistent theme not just in their relationship but as they entered their marriage. That’s why they knew that their wedding day simply had to be at a downtown Milwaukee wedding venue. From their getting ready at Aloft Downtown Milwaukee, to their laughter filled wedding party portraits at Lakeshore State Park and to their emotion filled moments together in the Historic Third Ward, every bit of the day reflected their beloved city!
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![First look at Deer District](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-116-683x1024.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1)
![Groom reaction at Vista MKE](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-125-683x1024.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1)
![A bride hugs her groom](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-142-1024x683.jpg?resize=960%2C640&ssl=1)
![Groom reacts to seeing his bride](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-143-1024x683.jpg?resize=960%2C640&ssl=1)
Sunset Wedding Ceremony
As the the final sun rays of the day lit the city windows with a firey glow, Alex & Kara stood in front of their family and friends to say “I Do!” – on the rooftop patio! The serene setting was dotted with the comforting sounds of cars bustling and busses whooshing far below. Kara’s grandfather even officiated the wedding! Veri Peri, bridesmaid dresses contrasted perfectly against the warm sunset. Lush, wild florals by the incredible Birds & Bumble brought the urban garden theme to life. Rebecca, the owner of Bird & Bumble, not only made the wedding aisle feel like an autumn wildflower field, but used that to lead your eye to the main event – Alex and Kara tying the knot under a dramatic floral laden arch. The slight breeze, warmth, and rich blue sky that felt so close, gave the atmosphere an uplifting feeling.
![Groom cries as his bride and her dad walk down the aisle towards him - urban garden inspired wedding](https://i2.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-413.jpg?ssl=1)
![Lush floral arrangements line the aisle at a Vista MKE rooftop wedding](https://i2.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-313.jpg?ssl=1)
![A bride and groom raise their arms in celebration during their rooftop wedding in Milwaukee Wisconsin](https://i1.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-477.jpg?ssl=1)
Rooftop Patio Wedding at Vista MKE
Inside, the glam, golden atmosphere of cocktail hour played off the work of Ivy Illustrations with her live wedding portraits! Floor to ceiling windows and cream city brick on the 2nd floor gave guests the chance to sip cocktails and enjoy the setting city view sunset. Meanwhile, the third floor & rooftop patio dawned crisp white tables overflowing with vintage inspired floral arrangements, and twinkling lights, respectively.
![Wedding invitation details lay in the sunlight](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-9-1024x683.jpg?resize=960%2C640&ssl=1)
All around, candles flickered warmly. Alex & Kara laughed the night away. This day was the epitome of what initially, and will forever, draw them together. For Alex, he loves how Kara is his biggest fan when it comes to anything involving his work or hobbies (like Pokémon) even if she has not idea what he’s talking about! 😉
Kara says ” he’s always there for me and if I get anxious or say, a global pandemic happens and I make him memorize the three nearest hospitals that take my insurance he does so with a smile while also reminding me that things will be ok.” The celebration went late into the night, surrounded in that cozy glow that only newlyweds surrounded by their friends and families can bring.
![Urban garden inspired wedding floral arrangements by Bird and Bumble](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-601-683x1024.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1)
![A man and woman kiss in front of a customized neon wedding sign](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-828-1024x683.jpg?resize=960%2C640&ssl=1)
![An urban garden inspired wedding at Vista MKE](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-613-683x1024.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1)
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Vista MKE is a dreamy cream city brick wedding venue that you’ve likely heard of – it’s near all the staples of the Milwaukee area – like Fiserv Forum and the UWM Panther Arena! It’s part of the Hackbarth Hospitality Group, who also own a few other incredible sister venues like The Atrium and Birch.
The Vendors
Getting Ready Location: Aloft Downtown Milwaukee
Venue: Vista MKE
Photographers: Us! O & B Photo Co
Baker: Small Pie
Catering: Tall Guy & a Grill
Hair & Makeup: Roots Salon
Florist: Bird & Bumble
Wedding Gown & Veil: Raffine Bridal
Bridesmaids: Revelry
Ceremony Arch: Relics Rental
DJ: Sound by Design
Live Wedding Portraits: Ivy Illustrations
Vista MKE Wedding Photos
![Wedding invitation and floral details at Aloft Downtown Milwaukee Wisconsin](https://i2.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-5.jpg?ssl=1)
![A groom buttons his jacket](https://i1.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-50.jpg?ssl=1)
![A bride gets ready at Aloft Downtown Milwaukee](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-74.jpg?ssl=1)
![A bride looks in the mirror at Aloft Downtown Milwaukee](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-88.jpg?ssl=1)
![Groomsmen portraits at Deer District](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-90.jpg?ssl=1)
![Groomsmen pose for a photo](https://i2.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-109.jpg?ssl=1)
![Bride and groom first look at Deer District](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-130.jpg?ssl=1)
![Bridemaids pose with on the Lakeshore State park docks](https://i1.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-171.jpg?ssl=1)
![Groom poses for a portrait at Lakeshore State Park](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-188.jpg?ssl=1)
![Bridal party poses at Lakeshore State Park](https://i2.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-207.jpg?ssl=1)
![A wedding party poses at Lakeshore State Park](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-211.jpg?ssl=1)
![Wedding party at Lakeshore State Park](https://i1.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-215-2.jpg?ssl=1)
![Lakeshore State Park Wedding](https://i1.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-228.jpg?ssl=1)
![Bride and groom runs through a tunnel of their wedding party at Lakeshore State Park](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-229.jpg?ssl=1)
![Bride and groom spray champagne on the Milwaukee Third Ward riverwalk](https://i2.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-262-2.jpg?ssl=1)
![bride and groom drink champagne on the Milwaukee riverwalk](https://i1.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-270.jpg?ssl=1)
![Bride and groom drink champagne on the Milwaukee Third Ward riverwalk](https://i2.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-271-2.jpg?ssl=1)
![Bride and groom smile on the Milwaukee Third Ward riverwalk](https://i2.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-275.jpg?ssl=1)
![A closeup of a bride's hand as she holds her bouquet](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-283.jpg?ssl=1)
![A bride and groom kiss on a bride - Historic Third Ward Milwaukee wedding portraits during their Urban garden inspired wedding](https://i2.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-291.jpg?ssl=1)
![A bride and groom kiss on a bride on during their Historic Third Ward Milwaukee wedding portraits](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-292.jpg?ssl=1)
![A bride holds her bouquet in the Historic Third Ward Milwaukee](https://i1.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-295-2.jpg?ssl=1)
![A bride holds her bouquet in the Historic Third Ward Milwaukee](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-297.jpg?ssl=1)
![A bride holds her bouquet](https://i2.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-299.jpg?ssl=1)
![A bride holds her bouquet](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-301.jpg?ssl=1)
![Bride and groom kiss in Historic Third Ward](https://i1.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-307.jpg?ssl=1)
![Groom reacts to bride walking down the aisle at Vista MKE](https://i2.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-397.jpg?ssl=1)
![A bride hugs her groom during their wedding](https://i1.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-420.jpg?ssl=1)
![A bride and groom marry in Milwaukee](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-449.jpg?ssl=1)
![A bride and groom recite their wedding vows](https://i1.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-450.jpg?ssl=1)
![A bride recites her vows on the rooftop of Vista MKE](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-454-2.jpg?ssl=1)
![A bride and groom stand during their rooftop wedding in Milwaukee Wisconsin](https://i2.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-463.jpg?ssl=1)
![A bride and groom kiss during their rooftop wedding in Milwaukee Wisconsin](https://i1.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-474-2.jpg?ssl=1)
![Groom and bride hug excitedly after being announced husband and wife in Deer Camp Bar wedding venue](https://i1.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-483-2.jpg?ssl=1)
![Groom and bride kiss excitedly after being announced husband and wife in Deer Camp Bar wedding venue](https://i2.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-485.jpg?ssl=1)
![A bartender creates a cocktail at Vista MKE Deer Camp Bar](https://i1.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-508.jpg?ssl=1)
![A server brings hor d'oeuvres to guests](https://i1.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-509.jpg?ssl=1)
![A poster showing an illustration of a wedding guest](https://i1.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-511.jpg?ssl=1)
![A woman illustrates wedding guests in Milwaukee](https://i1.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-581.jpg?ssl=1)
![An elegantly set table at Milwaukee wedding venues](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-592.jpg?ssl=1)
![Pillar candles wedding decorations](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-611-2.jpg?ssl=1)
![Urban garden inspired wedding floral arrangements by Bird and Bumble](https://i2.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-601.jpg?ssl=1)
![Cupcakes from Small Pie at a Milwaukee Wedding](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-627-2.jpg?ssl=1)
![Food from Tall Guy & a Grill at Vista MKE](https://i2.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-684-2.jpg?ssl=1)
![Bride and groom sit at sweetheart table at Vista MKE weding](https://i0.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-716.jpg?ssl=1)
![A man and woman kiss in front of a customized neon wedding sign](https://i2.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-827.jpg?ssl=1)
![A man and woman smile in front of a customized neon wedding sign](https://i1.wp.com/oandbphotoco.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Vista-MKE-Kara-Alex-O-B-Photo-Co-829.jpg?ssl=1)
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