The Office Bar

Welcome Party

Epicurean Hotel Atlanta

Rehearsal Dinner

Piedmont Garden Tent

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Park Tavern

After-Party

Our Wedding

Carly and Jamison’s story began in Madison, Wisconsin in June, 2018. At Exact Sciences, the pair sat in mirroring cubicles; they spent their days making phone calls with only a divider between them. One day, at a UW-Madison football tailgate, Carly worked up the courage to ask out her officemate. Although they instantly connected, they never could have anticipated the adventure to come. In May of 2019, Carly took a promotion to Hartford, Connecticut. Shortly after, Jamison took a promotion to Atlanta, Georgia. The challenges of a long-distance relationship were only amplified when COVID-19 rocked the country. Despite travel bans, work changes, and one thousand miles between them, Carly and Jamison were pillars of support for one another. They made a pledge to prioritize their relationship, and their unique, yet loving long-distance relationship carried them through the pandemic. By March of 2022, Carly was ready to make a move. She took a job in Atlanta, Georgia and soon moved in with Jamison. In April, the couple adopted Dolly, their Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Carly and Jamison had fun exploring Atlanta together; they tried a new restaurant every week, made friends, and built their new life with Dolly. Jamison proposed to Carly on December 26th, 2022. The couple was visiting Carly’s family in Indian River, Michigan. It was the day after Christmas when the couple drove to picturesque Petoskey with Carly’s sister and maid-of-honor, Lindsey. Lindsey had told Carly that she wanted to “take cute photos” for her Instagram. Lindsey took the lead and took a few photos under a beautiful, snow-covered gazebo. After her shots, Carly and Jamison entered the gazebo for their turn. While Carly cluelessly posed for photos, Jamison got down one one knee and proposed. To Carly’s surprise, a photographer leapt out of the bushes; Lindsey had booked a surprise engagement photo session for the couple. Later that night, Jamison drove Carly to the Inn at Bay Harbor, where Jamison’s parents surprised Carly with dinner and champagne. The couples families celebrated together. It was the best day of Carly’s life! Carly and Jamison will be married on May 11th, 2024 and can’t wait to celebrate their marriage at the Piedmont Garden Tent in Atlanta, Georgia. As a guest, you can expect a true “Carly-Jamison” celebration - singing, dancing, and memories to last a lifetime.

Our Story

Lenox Park Engagement Session

Aline Marin Photography in Atlanta, Georgia

Petoskey Surprise Engagement

Paul Retherford Photography in Petoskey, Michigan

Photos

Lindsey Otto

Kiki Otto

Sammie Shlensky

Sister-in-Law of the Groom - Cincinnati, OH

Maria Vaughn

Sister-in-Law of the Groom - Wilmington, NC

Kacy Shuman

Emily Waldman

Olivia Waldman

Hannah McCracken

Jocelyn Shirley

Evan Dearwester

Keegan Vaughn

Toby Vaughn

Daniel Waldman

Brady Cassidy

Tyler Helfferich

Michael Ringstad

Scott MacGillivray

Dalton Heiney

Tobias and Aiden Vaughn

Brian Delany

Sean Delany

Dolly

Wedding Party

Note: Shuttles will be provided from the Epicurean to the Piedmont Garden Tent and back again for guests staying in the hotel blocks. Shuttle departure times will be specified in the itinerary letter and on our website at a later time. To ensure a prompt start time, please arrive at the ceremony no later than 5:30 PM.

Driving directions to 500 Tenth St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309

Directions

Epicurean Atlanta, Autograph Collection is the featured hotel for the Vaughn-Otto wedding and is where the bride and groom will be staying. Transportation to and from the venue will be provided on May 11th, 2024 from the Epicurean. Please click the website link below to book your stay at the Epicurean for the Vaughn-Otto group rate.

Epicurean Atlanta, Autograph Collection

The AC Hotel/Moxy is around the corner from the Epicurean. Double queen rooms will also available at the AC Hotel for 219/night. Please click the website link below to book your stay at the AC Hotel/Moxy for the Vaughn-Otto group rate.

AC Hotel by Marriott Atlanta Midtown/Moxy Atlanta Midtown

Atlanta Marriott Suites Midtown is next-door to the AC Hotel and around the corner from the Epicurean. Please click the website link below to book your stay at the Marriott Suites for the Vaughn-Otto group rate.

Atlanta Marriott Suites Midtown

Note: Guests are not required to stay at the above accommodations, however, shuttle transportation will be provided at the Epicurean to and from the venue. The AC/Moxy and Marriott are a 4 minute walk from the Epicurean.

Accomodations

Places to Eat

While formal dinner will be provided for wedding guests on Saturday, May 11th 2024, we also recommend taking advantage of the great eats Atlanta has to offer! Atlanta has long since established itself as one of the nation's best food cities. Below are just a few of Carly's and Jamison's "tried and true" restaurants near guest accommodations.

1144 Crescent Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309Inventive takes on Southern classics, including a popular brunch, served in upscale surroundings. We love to hit up South City Kitchen whenever we want our out-of-towner guests to experience delicious Southern comfort food. Bonus: SCK is a quick walk from accomodations!

South City Kitchen

99 Krog St NE, Atlanta, GA 30307Independent food stalls fill this market that was built in the 1920s &amp; is now a popular hangout. Krog Street Market has something for everyone, which makes it another one of our favorite spots to take out-of-towners. We love to grab a Hop City beer, Superica fajitas, or Gu's Dumplings.

Krog Street Market

1350 Spring St NW #1, Atlanta, GA 30309Classy Thai restaurant offering upscale eats &amp; modern, Zen-like interior design. Nan Thai Fine Dining is a recipient of the prestigious four-diamond award sixteen years in a row, and is regarded as one of the best restaurants in Atlanta. The dress code is business casual to elegant.

Nan Thai Fine Dining

10-10 Tenth St, Atlanta, GA 30309Rotating international small plates menu served in a lush, retro space with a stylish full bar. Every 90 days, this restaurant chooses a new part of the world to build a new menu around. The food and cocktails are fantastic, making this a great spot to grab a drink at the bar after your flight. Note: The restaurant requires advanced reservations.

The Consulate

40 7th St NE, Atlanta, GA 30308Sleek spot for an ever-changing menu of seasonally inspired Continental fare &amp; a bustling bar scene. We especially love their cocktails and fried goat cheese with honey.

Ecco

Looking for something extra special? Try one of Atlanta’s newly Michelin Starred restaurants! In 2023, Atlanta became the newest destination in the United States to welcome the Michelin Guide. Atlanta foodies rejoice! Check out Atlas, Hayakawa, Lazy Betty, Mujo, or Bacchanalia. **Note: These restaurants tend to be pricy and require far-in-advanced reservations.**

Places for Coffee

We know the importance of a morning cup of Joe! There are several cafes located near guest accommodations, including Allegro Coffee located inside Whole Foods Market (est. 2 min walk), The Bean Counter (est. 8 min walk), and Refuge Coffee (est. 9 min walk). There is also Squeez, a juice bar, located near the Epicurean Hotel (est. 4 min walk). Additionally, there is a coffee/tea maker provided in every Epicurean hotel room. Note: The Starbucks located at 21 14th St NE is temporarily closed, however, there is an open Starbucks located at 1197 Peachtree St NE (est. 9 min walk).

Piedmont Park is a 200+ acre greenspace in the heart of Atlanta hosting over 6 million visitors and hundred of events each year. The park is home to the Piedmont Garden Tent, the venue of the Vaughn-Otto wedding, and marries city skylines with nature's beautiful backdrops.

Piedmont Park

The Atlanta Botanical Garden is a 30 acres botanical garden located adjacent to Piedmont Park in Midtown Atlanta. Renowned plant collections, beautiful displays and spectacular exhibitions&nbsp;make the Atlanta Botanical Garden one of the loveliest places in the city to visit. When guests come to visit, Carly and Jamison make sure they take them to the Atlanta Botanical Garden.

Atlanta Botanical Garden

Georgia Aquarium is located in Downtown Atlanta and contains more than 70 amazing habitats, with thousands of marine animals such as whale sharks (Carly’s favorite), manta rays, beluga whales, and more. Georgia Aquarium was Jamison and Carlys first date in Atlanta.

Georgia Aquarium

At World of Coca-Cola, you can explore the story of the worlds most popular beverage brand. You will see the vault where they secure their secret formula, view world-class art and memorabilia, and taste more than 100 beverages Coca-Cola from around the world. Don’t forget to try Beverly!

Carly & Jamison

Carly & Jamison

Things to Do

Piedmont Park

Atlanta Botanical Garden

Georgia Aquarium

World of Coca-Cola