Central Standard Distillery

Rehearsal Dinner

The Atrium MKE

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Bridal Shower

Our Wedding

Caitlin and Reed met the modern way... on Hinge. Reed swiped right first (enticed by a photo of Caitlin sitting in front of her fridge, eating a piece of cake). When Caitlin was looking at his profile she was hooked on his love of Taylor Swift. Although, Caitlin felt she couldn't ask him some lame question like "What is your favorite Taylor song?" Instead, she asked "What 3 Taylor Swift albums make up your personality?" Reed's response was Red, 1989, and Folklore. Caitlin's was 1989, Folklore, and Reputation. It was meant to be.On April 24, 2022, they decided to go on their first date at the Milwaukee Art Museum. It was there they bonded over their love of art and humor. Afterwards, they decided to grab a drink where they learned about their similar music tastes and love of Mario Kart. After sharing their first kiss outside of Camp Bar in the Third Ward, Caitlin would go on to challenge Reed to a round of Mario Kart. This would end very poorly for her.On May 26, 2022, a month after their first date, Reed asked Caitlin to be his girlfriend and they have been together ever since. They have done many things together including: going to The Eras Tour, visiting Door County, and surviving the cold Wisconsin winters.In May of 2024, the same weekend as their anniversary, Caitlin and Reed decided to take the next step in their relationship: moving in together. While it wasn't easy at first (Caitlin has A LOT of clothes), they quickly adapted to building their life together.After moving in together, Caitlin and Reed decided to go on their first long vacation - a Caribbean cruise to Mexico &amp; Belize! While Caitlin and Reed have decided they are definitely NOT cruise people (Caitlin did get bitten by a tiny piranha after all - she's okay), something good came out of their trip together... an engagement! On April 1, 2025 (yes - you read that right - April Fool's Day), Reed asked Caitlin the biggest question he would ever ask her "Caitlin Elizabeth Elliott, will you marry me?" and she said "YES!!"That brings us to now, eagerly awaiting their wedding day where we can all celebrate their love together!

What 3 Taylor Swift albums make up your personality?

Our Story

Photos

Julia DePalma

Jake Powell

Hannah Callahan

Scott Hacker

Maddi Paramore

Logan Wonn

Tracy Vollbrecht

Matthew Brinza

Emma Jackson

Jordan Taylor

Wedding Party

What Is Cocktail Wedding Attire?

Cocktail Dresses to Add to Your Cart ASAP

What Guys Need to Know About Dress Codes

Cocktail attire means wearing something more elevated than semi-formal attire but less dressy than formal attire. In other words, a suit and tie or well-tailored blazer and dress pants are preferable for men, while jumpsuits and mini, knee-length and midi cocktail dresses are great options for women.

Dress Code

In order to receive the reduced hotel block price, please book by August 12th. We have room blocks at 2 hotels in Downtown Milwaukee:Tru by HiltonHome2Suites by Hilton Tru is more of a standard hotel room while the Home2Suites is equipped with a kitchenette. Please book either hotel by calling or using the link below.

Two Queen Beds: $124 per nightOne King Bed: $119 per night

Tru by Hilton Milwaukee Downtown

Two Queen Beds with Sofa Bed: $159 per nightOne King Bed with Sofa Bed: $149 per night

Caitlin & Reed

Caitlin & Reed

C&R