Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Weddings Real Weddings A Glamorous Black-and-White Wedding in Kentucky By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Website An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 20, 2018 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Megan and David Lucy Schaeffer Megan and David should have met long before they did. They both grew up in Louisville, Kentucky, and Pittsburgh, yet their paths didn't cross until 2006, when they clicked at a mutual friend's party. Years went by, and the two would run into each other; without fail, one of them would be dating someone else. An opportunity finally presented itself in 2010, when single Megan and single David spent Thanksgiving weekend with friends in upstate New York. They were engaged 10 months later. Then, on September 15, 2012, the pair wed at the 21c Museum Hotel in downtown Louisville at a cocktail party–inspired celebration that featured a stark white and black palette punctuated with elegant silver and gold touches, a bourbon-fueled cocktail hour, and a lively penthouse afterparty that lasted until sunrise. 01 of 20 The Stationery Lucy Schaeffer After Megan designed the suite (inspired by a featherlike design she found on marthastewartweddings.com), stationer Bella Figura foil-stamped the invitations and letterpressed the reply notes onto white card stock. 02 of 20 The Bouquet Lucy Schaeffer The bride's creamy clutch combined dahlias, David Austin roses, gardenias, freesia, seeded eucalyptus, white lisianthus, and dusty miller. See More Real Wedding Bouquets 03 of 20 Gifts for the Gals Lucy Schaeffer Though there were no official bridesmaids, Megan gave her BFFs gold Erica Weiner Jewelry infinity rings in customized boxes. Get the Gift Box Clip Art 04 of 20 The Fashions Lucy Schaeffer Megan, in a silky David Fielden sheath, and David, who donned a crisp J.Crew tux, took a stroll on the brick-paved sidewalks of downtown Louisville. See More Wedding Dresses 05 of 20 The Bride's Accessories Lucy Schaeffer Megan's side-swept 'do was accented by a feather clip that echoed the day's stationery design. See More Accessories 06 of 20 Family Time Lucy Schaeffer Megan and David posed with their families outside just down the block from the venue. 07 of 20 Gilded Magnolias Lucy Schaeffer Crafts-store-sourced magnolias were sprayed gold and tied to the chairs that lined the aisle at the ceremony. In terms of other decorations, "We didn't have to do much," notes David of the 21c. "The atmosphere was already there." 08 of 20 Golden Decor Lucy Schaeffer A 30-foot-tall golden replica of Michelangelo's "David Statue," a temporary installation that happily matched the day's palette, stood guard outside the 21c. 09 of 20 The Seating Cards Lucy Schaeffer The featherlike flourish Megan designed adorned escort cards. See More Escort Cards 10 of 20 Golden Tablescapes Lucy Schaeffer In a tribute to their Kentucky roots, horse figurines, sprayed gold, stood mid-trot above each setting. Other table ornamentation included mercury-glass votives and porcelain blooms. See More Glamorous Wedding Ideas 11 of 20 The Cocktails Lucy Schaeffer Partygoers toasted the newlyweds with a trio of signature bourbon-based libations: the Manhattan, the Lazy Eye, and the Ambassador's Wife. See More Signature Drinks from Real Weddings 12 of 20 Penguin Portraits Lucy Schaeffer Red penguin sculptures, by the Cracking Art Group, were on display throughout the hotel-gallery. The penguin sculptures were such an integral part of the day that "my mom gave us a mini one that she bought there as a keepsake," says Megan. 13 of 20 Dressed to the Nines Some penguins, like this one, got "makeovers" courtesy of enthusiastic guests. 14 of 20 For the Kids Lucy Schaeffer Derby City–centric coloring books, metallic crayons, and Louisville slugger baseball-bat key chains kept kids entertained. See More Good Things for Kids 15 of 20 The Cake Lucy Schaeffer The bottom tier of the vanilla-and-almond cake was covered in edible silver leaf and adorned with a sugar magnolia. See More Sugar-Flower Wedding Cakes 16 of 20 Sweet Treats Lucy Schaeffer Guests also noshed on chocolate semifreddo or mascarpone cheesecake (or both!). 17 of 20 Notes for the Newlyweds Lucy Schaeffer A card-and-lacquer-box station invited attendees to jot down their well-wishes. See More Unique Guest Book Ideas 18 of 20 Local Favors Lucy Schaeffer The couple thanked guests with mini bottles of Maker's Mark, which is distilled 55 miles south of Louisville in Loretta, Kentucky. See More Real Wedding Favors 19 of 20 Takeaway Trinkets Lucy Schaeffer Though technically not favors, guests snatched up the gold horse figurines that decorated dinner tables. "I loved that they took them home," says Megan. "I wanted our décor to be as 'keepable' as possible." 20 of 20 Sources Lucy Schaeffer Wedding Photography: Lang Thomas Photography Location: 21c Museum Hotel Catering: Proof on Main Flowers: Marketa Greer of Nanz & Kraft Florists Stationery: Foil-stamped and letterpressed by Bella Figura Cake: Martine's Pastries Bride's Accessories: Untamed Petals by Amanda Judge "Logan" hair clip; Aqua earrings; Jenny Packham wrap. Hair and Makeup: Ana Crane Bouquet Ribbon: Tinsel Trading Co. Cocktail Napkins and Stirrers: My Wedding Reception Ideas Glass Vases: Dwell Studio Magnolia Bloom: BHLDN Plastic Horses: Darice Kids "Plastic Creatures" (createforless.com) Bourbon Favors: Maker's Mark Guest Note Box: Pacific Connections Cake Server: TableArt Square Vases: Jamali Floral & Garden Supplies Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit