The Eloise

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Fall

Our Wedding

Derek and I met in 1st grade at Trailside Elementary School in Waterford, WI. We lived in the neighborhoods next to each other and we would walk or ride our bikes over to each other’s houses to play outside. Fast forward to January 2020, Derek and I reconnected on Facebook and have been inseparable ever since. We share our love for traveling, food, spending time with Griffin (Dog of Honor), and Door County. We got engaged on March 30, 2025 during a freezing rain storm in Fish Creek, WI (Door County) on a pier overlooking Lake Michigan.

Our Engagement

Our Story

Photos

Ashley Wittig

Charles Krausie

Riley Steinbrenner

Logan Winkler

Bride’s friend from Waterford High School

Holly Klinkosh

Ryan Rizzo

Paige Schreifels

Pieter Baetens

Ashley Winkler

Johnny Winkler

Griffin

Wedding Party

Q + A

We have a room block reserved for both Friday and Saturday night mainly for our wedding party. You are able to book with our discount code: Tordik for just the wedding night as well! Hotel Shuttle to The Eloise is included with your stay!

GrandStay Hotel & Suites Mount Horeb-Madison

Complimentary Airport Shuttle from Dane County Regional Airport 23 min drive from The Eloise

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison West -  Middleton

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Madison West/Middleton

Dane County Regional Airport

Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport

Travel

Cave of the Mounds

Taste some WI crafted brews & enjoy Oktoberfest!

Lake Louie Brewing and Wisconsin Brewing Company

Derek & I love visiting zoos when we travel! Bonus: Zoo is free to visit!

Henry Vilas Zoo

On your way to the zoo, stop at this Italian market for a deli sandwich on a homemade baguette or focaccia!

Alimentari

One of our favorite places to hike especially in the fall!

Devil's Lake State Park

Treat yourself to a refreshing glass of wine & a bite to eat after your hike at Devil’s Lake!

Balanced Rock Winery

Explore downtown Mount Horeb! Support local vendors in the area for handmade goods, dog treats, artwork, & more!

Makers Market Square

Things to Do

Registry

Dressy but comfortable—cocktail dresses, dressy jumpsuits, or skirts for women; slacks with a button-down or blazer for men. Ties optional.

Lauren & Derek

Lauren & Derek

Dress Code

SEMI-FORMAL