SqWires Restaurant and Market

Welcome Party

Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum

Ceremony

Wild Carrot

Reception

Fall

Our Wedding

Sqwires Restaurant and Market

Saturday, August 31st from 5:30 to 8:30pm

1415 South 18th Street, St. Louis, MO, 63104

Sqwires is a restaurant located in the historic Lafayette neighborhood of St. Louis. It was built in the 19th century and its original purpose was as a wire factory. It happens to be very close to our rock climbing gym, and we have frequented it many times after a grueling session!

Please join us for a casual get together the night before our wedding! Feel free to come and go as desired. Light fare and a drink ticket will be provided. Dress Code: CasualParking: There is a parking lot adjacent to the restaurant as well as street parking nearby.

Sunday, September 1st at 4:30pm

4947 W Florissant Ave, St. Louis, MO 63115

Bellefontaine is a stunning 19th century cemetery in St. Louis that spans over 300 acres. Additionally, it is a level III accredited arboretum (of which there are fewer than 50 worldwide) and home to over 500 species of flora. In spring 2022, we ran their annual 5K and were struck by its peaceful beauty.

Please join us for our marriage ceremony. This will take place outdoors. We strongly encourage everyone to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to ceremony start time. Dress code: CocktailTransportation: A bus will be available to take anyone from the wedding hotel to the ceremony site (see <a href="https://www.theknot.com/us/carl-nelson-and-aisling-last-sep-2024/travel" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Travel</a> page).Parking: For those who wish to drive themselves, please enter the cemetery on the southwest side from W Florissant Ave. Parking will be available.Photos: Please make sure to hang around following the ceremony; we will be getting photos with everyone! A sign will be posted at the site with your specific photo group.

Sunday, September 1st at 6:00pm

3901 Shaw Blvd, St. Louis, MO, 63110

Wild Carrot sits in the Shaw neighborhood of St. Louis. It opened in 1915 as a movie theater before becoming a corner store that closed in 2015. It later reopened as the event venue it is today. We loved the idea of incorporating another piece of St. Louis history into our day!

Please join us in celebrating! Cocktail hour will start at 6:00pm with dinner and dancing to follow. Dress code: CocktailTransportation: A bus will be available to take anyone from the ceremony site to the reception site. Buses will also be available from the reception site back to the hotel or after party (see <a href="https://www.theknot.com/us/carl-nelson-and-aisling-last-sep-2024/travel" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Travel</a> page).Directions: For those who wish to drive themselves, free street parking is available on 39th street (the east side of the venue). Try to avoid parking on Shaw Blvd if possible!

After Party

The Grove

Sunday, September 1st at 11:00pm

The "bohemian paradise" of the Grove is a cultural, dining, entertainment, and nightlife hub, boasting everything from breweries to boutiques, coffee shops to tattoo parlors, barbecue joints to dance floors. It's a great place to go out late!

For the brave of heart, please join us for some barhopping in The Grove after the reception. Dress code: Ties off, hair downTransportation: A bus will be available for the roughly 1 mile ride from the reception site to The Grove (see <a href="https://www.theknot.com/us/carl-nelson-and-aisling-last-sep-2024/travel" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Travel</a> page). Please check back later for more details as the day approaches!

Schedule & Details

Bride's Party

Cayley is Aisling's older sister. They share a love of fantasy/supernatural novels and geeking out.

Cayley Last

Damini is Aisling's friend and roommate from medical school. They share a love of good food and procrastinating.

Damini Tandon

Lauren is Aisling's friend and roommate from undergrad. They share a love of documentaries and debating the (in)consequential matters in life.

Lauren Sexton

Rachel is Aisling's friend from grade school. They share a love of complex board games and falling over.

Rachel Sweet

Rianna is Aisling's younger sister. They share a love of a good pot of tea and cuddling cute cats.

Rianna Last

Will is Aisling's younger brother. They share a love of music and winning.

Will Last

Groom's Party

Brad is Carl's friend from college. They share a love of card games, grammar, cooking, and whiskey.

Bradley Otto

Kevin is Carl's friend from college. They share a love of engineering, reading, and making the cup on a bounce.

Kevin Schell

Elaine is Carl's biggest little sister. They share a love of soccer, international travel, and bowl cuts.

Elaine Nelson

Monica is Carl's middlest little sister. They share a love of vegan food and strength training.

Monica Nelson

Mary is Carl's littlest little sister. They share a love of music, board games, and urban farmer's markets.

Mary Nelson

Wedding Party

Our Story

Travel

Carl and Aisling have enjoyed traveling all over throughout their time together. They can't wait to add Peru to that list for their Honeymoon! From left to right: admiring local sheep while hiking in Lake District National Park, England; ziplining in Puerto Rico; enjoying the future birthplace of Captain James T Kirk at Riverside, Iowa.

Outdoor Fun

Carl and Aisling have had numerous outdoor adventures through the years, including climbing, river swimming, and hiking. They love being active and enjoying nature! From left to right: climbing in Clear Creek Canyon, CO; swimming at Johnson Shut-Ins, MO; and hiking to Strawberry Lake, CO.

Friends' Weddings

We enjoyed attending many of your weddings in our 9 years together, and we're so excited for you to be at ours!

Engagement Photos

Please click <a href="https://be.synxis.com/?Hotel=32283&amp;Chain=25795&amp;arrive=2024-08-31&amp;depart=2024-09-02&amp;adult=1&amp;child=0&amp;group=5574777" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> to book the room block at the discounted rate! Free parking is included. To receive the discounted rate, please book your room by 7/31/24. If you will be staying additional nights beyond Saturday &amp; Sunday, we recommend reaching out to the hotel directly to inquire about receiving the discounted rate for the additional nights as well. Let them know you are with the Last-Nelson wedding.

Angad Arts Hotel

Bus Schedule

Angad Arts Hotel (Hotel) to Bellefontaine (Ceremony)Departures at 3:45pm and 3:50pm Bellefontaine (Ceremony) to Wild Carrot (Reception)Departures at 5:30pm and 5:45pm Wild Carrot (Reception) to Angad Arts Hotel (Hotel)Departures at 8:45pm, 9:30pm, 10:15pm, and 11:00pm Wild Carrot (Reception) to the Grove (After Party)Departure at 11:00pm

Food

Just a few of our favorites from the many St. Louis has to offer!

Quick Eats

<a href="http://www.cityfoundrystl.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">City Foundry STL</a>A food hall with a large selection, from Indian street food to popsicles

<a href="https://lonaslileats.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lona's Lil Eats</a>Asian fusion with signature rice paper wraps

<a href="http://www.balkantreatbox.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Balkan Treat Box</a>A James Beard semifinalist with some truly phenomenal Bosnian fare

<a href="https://www.clementinescreamery.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Clementine's</a>An ice cream parlor featuring both naughty (boozy) &amp; nice flavors

Casual Eats

If you have a little more time

<a href="https://www.yelp.com/biz/chilispot-university-city" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Chilispot</a>Authentic Chinese with all the spice to satisfy even the biggest chili-head

<a href="https://www.meskeremstl.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Meskerem</a>If you've never had Ethiopian, you should try it here

<a href="https://www.unionloafers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Union Loafers</a>A bread bakery whose pizza (only served during dinner) is to die for

<a href="https://www.fountainonlocust.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Fountain on Locust</a>*A St. Louis standard famous for their ice cream floats

Fancier Eats

Consider leaving your jorts at home

<a href="https://oliveandoak.oohosp.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Olive + Oak</a>Drive a little farther for a true gem (Aisling's favorite!)

<a href="https://www.viciarestaurant.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vicia</a>A plant forward, prix fixe menu filled with local, fresh, unique dishes

<a href="https://akarstl.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Akar</a>Asian fusion - cannot recommend their eggplant enough

<a href="https://www.smallbatchstl.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Small Batch</a>*Vegan fare with an extensive selection of whiskey (Carl's favorite!)

Morning Eats

<a href="https://www.thelondontearoom.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">London Tea Room</a>If you fancy a cuppa and a scone

<a href="https://sweetartstl.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">SweetArt</a>A fully vegan bakery with incredible cinammon rolls

<a href="https://www.bowoodbyniche.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bowood</a>If you want some house plants to go with your coffee

<a href="https://www.treehousestl.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tree House</a>Classic brunch (e.g. Eggs Benedict) with a vegetarian twist

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Drinks

<a href="https://www.urbanchestnut.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Urban Chestnut (Midtown)</a>*A classic St. Louis brewery with a great outdoor space

<a href="https://www.rockwellbeer.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Rockwell</a>Great beer - but great cocktails too - with shipping container aesthetic

<a href="https://www.brickrivercider.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Brick River Cider</a>*For those (like Aisling) who prefer cider

<a href="https://www.wellspentbeer.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wellspent</a>*A lovely outdoor area and great beers

When you're not celebrating with us

<a href="https://www.forestparkforever.org/visit" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Forest Park</a>Rated one of the best public parks in America with much to offer

<a href="https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Botanical Gardens</a>Enjoy the Japanese Festival during Labor Day weekend!

<a href="https://www.budweisertours.com/stl" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Anheuser-Busch Tour</a>Visit the Bud Light headquarters (and see the horses, of course)

<a href="https://citymuseum.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">City Museum</a>A giant playground fun for adults &amp; children alike

<a href="https://www.gatewayarch.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Arch</a>The most famous attraction of St. Louis - make sure to ride to the top!

*Less than 20 minute walk from Angad Arts Hotel

Carl & Aisling

Carl & Aisling

Q + A

Will there be children at the wedding?

Is your wedding over a holiday weekend?

Will the ceremony and reception be indoors or outdoors?

Will one, or both, of you be changing your name?

How does one pronounce the bride's first name?

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