Katie & Elba | A November Wedding Rooted in Meaning at Thistle Company & The Palmyre

Some wedding days feel beautifully inevitable — like the world slowed down just long enough for two people to step fully into the life they’ve been building together. Katie and Elba’s November celebration was exactly that kind of day: intentional, heartfelt, and overflowing with personal touches that reflected who they are at their core.

A Ceremony at Thistle Company — A Place Built by the Bride Herself

Katie and Elba exchanged vows at Thistle Company, the floral design, wedding planning, and rentals business Katie has poured her heart into for years. Hosting the ceremony in a space she created added a layer of meaning that can’t be manufactured. Every corner held her fingerprints — from the curated décor to the thoughtful layout — and the atmosphere felt like stepping into a living expression of her artistry.

One of the sweetest details of the day was Katie’s bouquet. Designed and crafted by her own hands, it was a perfect reflection of her style: organic, textured, and deeply personal. The rest of the florals, also created by Thistle Company, carried that same intentional beauty throughout the ceremony space.

A Great Dane With a Front‑Row Seat

As guests settled in, one very special attendee made the moment even more memorable — the couple’s stunning Great Dane. Lying beside them, this gentle giant became an instant highlight of the ceremony, adding warmth, personality, and a touch of joyful unpredictability that everyone adored.

Celebrating at The Palmyre

After the ceremony, the celebration continued at The Palmyre, where the reception unfolded in a glow of candlelight, laughter, and genuine connection. The space was the perfect backdrop for a night filled with heartfelt toasts, joyful dancing, and the kind of moments couples remember for a lifetime.

Captured With Heart

Quinton and Maghon documented the day with their signature blend of artistry and authenticity. Their images captured not just the events, but the emotion — the quiet glances, the proud smiles, the way Katie and Elba held each other like home.

A Team That Brought the Vision to Life

Every detail of the day came together seamlessly thanks to the thoughtful planning of By Invitation Only, who ensured the couple could be fully present in every moment.

Vendor Team:

• Ceremony: Thistle Company

• Reception: The Palmyre

• Photography: Quinton & Maghon

• Florals: Thistle Company (including the bride’s self‑made bouquet)

• Planning: By Invitation Only

  
  

A Day That Felt Like Them

Katie and Elba’s wedding wasn’t just beautiful — it was theirs. Rooted in meaning, crafted with intention, and shared with the people (and Great Dane) who matter most. It was a celebration of love, artistry, and the quiet strength of two people choosing each other, fully and forever.