Despite their biggest fear coming true, Nashville sweethearts Alyssa and Thomas weren’t going to let rain stop them from having the wedding of their dreams at CJ’s Off the Square. They had planned an indoor/outdoor celebration that played to both their classic and modern vibes and, even though the ceremony location had to be changed, their day could not have been more beautiful. In fact, we think the rain made their day even more romantic! The venue’s talented team of planners and designers helped bring the bride’s ethereal garden vision to life with overflowing arrangements and greenery installations created by The Enchanted Florist, dark wood tables, gold place settings, and a stunning Edison bulb chandelier. From the couple’s tearful first look to their rain-soaked (and super romantic) portraits, photographer Janelle Elise was there to capture every moment of this ethereal spring garden wedding! The Couple:
Alyssa and Thomas
The Wedding:
CJ’s Off the Square, Nashville, Tennessee

I (Alyssa) wanted the wedding to have a mix of modern and classic elements. I wanted our guests to feel like they just stepped into an ethereal garden with greenery hanging above the tables and white florals overflowing on the sweetheart table. Overall, I wanted it to be romantic and surreal!

Although we think personalized vows are sweet, we wrote each other letters and read them on our own before the ceremony. We liked t...