about the event

Ashley and Nick’s lakeside wedding at the Inns of Aurora was inspired by retro Slim Aarons photography and the carefree spirit of summer on the lake in Upstate New York, bringing together a kaleidoscope of color, pattern, and nostalgia.

Every detail reflected their story: Ashley’s love of needlepoint and Nick’s baseball collection appeared in stitched borders and custom touches, while patterns echoed the blooms from their Pennsylvania engagement. The design was a joyful nod to mid-century Palm Springs, with warm sunset shades of yellow, orange, and raspberry pink balanced by lake-inspired greens, blues, and periwinkle.

Scalloped edges, cabana stripes, and whimsical umbrellas set the scene for a lakeside ceremony filled with lush, colorblocked florals. Guests mingled beneath playful umbrellas and bistro lights at cocktail hour, enjoying Hugo Spritzes, Freehand Old Fashioneds, and bocce with the lake as a backdrop.

A favorite element was the interactive escort card display—a retro hotel check-in desk where a member of our team welcomed each guest and presented them with a vintage-inspired boat keychain as their escort card. It was a personal touch that set the tone for a celebration as unique and welcoming as Ashley and Nick themselves.