Cleveland Rocks Weddings! – August 7, 2021

Cleveland Rocks is not just a song. It absolutely describes Geoffrey and Jill's wedding!

This past summer, our Jennifer Matteo Event Planning team went on the road to Cleveland for a spectacular destination wedding.
 
The couple met working in Tampa but never started dating until both had separately moved to Chicago for their jobs.
 
Their luxurious Cleveland wedding took place at the Metropolitan at the 9, the Ameritrust Tower, formerly the Cleveland Trust Tower.

With mixed metals throughout its décor, century-old bank vaults, and rooftop deck overlooking the city, the iconic bank building gave guests a mix of new and old Cleveland.
 
After spending the morning getting ready, the couple met on the rooftop deck for their first look and some photos before making their way down to the vault for some memorable images.
 
Jill and Geoffrey exchanged their wedding vows on the hotel's rooftop deck before enjoying cocktails with their guests in the Vault Speakeasy.

This popular Cleveland destination in the former bank's vaults is filled with lush furnishings and is known for its craft cocktails.
 
The Mint Ballroom was the next destination. Our team created a luxurious setting, balancing the bold geometric carpeting with solid colored linens, lush monochromatic white florals, and candlelight.

Mixed metal chargers and candelabras alongside striking metallic tone napkins added visual impact.
 
After their first dance to 'I Chose You' by Ryann Darling and a welcome by the groom, the newlyweds, and their guests enjoyed a luxurious multi-course dinner.

Before the delicious main course, the dining experience included Salad, Italian Wedding Soup, and Bucatini Bolognese.
 
Following several touching toasts, the newlyweds took to the dance floor with their parents for traditional Father-Daughter and Mother-Son dances before asking their guests to join in.
 
The evening continued with a surprise visit by the Cleveland Browns Mascot, an assortment of Calzones as late-night snacks, and an afterparty where the couple danced the night away.

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Wedding Planning and Design: Jennifer Matteo Event Planning
Cleveland Wedding Venue + Catering: Metropolitan at the 9
Hair: Hair by Valerie Burquin
Makeup: Brides by Kelly Anne
Floral Design: Stem Floral Studio
Photography: Eighty Eight Photography
Officiant: Wes Jones
Entertainment: Andy Austin
Live Painter: Cleveland Event Painter, Jacqueline DelBrocco
Draping: Event Source
Linen Rentals: BBJ Linen
Wedding Cake + Dessert: Wild Flour Bakery