Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Real Weddings Wedding Styles Seasonal Weddings Summer Weddings The Day After Their Nuptials, This Duo Treated Guests to an Al Fresco Brunch and Pool Party By Nashia Baker Nashia Baker Nashia Baker is a skilled writer and editor in the journalism industry, known for her work interviewing global thought leaders, creatives, and activists, from Aurora James to Stacey Abrams. She has over five years of professional experience and has been a part of the Martha Stewart and Martha Stewart Weddings teams for the last 3 years. Editorial Guidelines Published on May 7, 2021 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Blaine Siesser While Jenna Nortman, a business development manager, and Daniel Kaufman, an executive in corporate strategy, initially planned for a destination wedding in Tel Aviv, Israel, on July 5, 2020, they ended up having to cancel their nearly 400-guest event in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. "At first, Daniel and I figured this would mean we would have a ceremony with a small dinner and that would be it," the bride recalls. "But thanks to our incredible moms, they had better foresight than us (realizing the pandemic had no end in sight), and they decided to make a blow-out weekend with multiple celebrations." After switching venues to Daniel's parents' private estate in Orchard Lake, Michigan, for their rescheduled wedding on August 14, 2020, they decided to host five more events during the weekend. And they spent just six weeks mapping out all the details. "With Jenna being from New York, and her family flying in, it was important to fill the weekend with activities and special moments to keep everyone together," the groom notes. To make the celebrations meaningful despite the change in plans, they established a destination theme and took their 21 immediate family members on a makeshift "trip" to Italy on the morning after the Friday at-home nuptials. "We planned to transport everyone to a piazza in Capri for an outdoor lunch," the bride shares. "After lunch we moved the group over to the pool for an afternoon full of swimming, dance music, and lots of rosé!" By choosing different locations and unique events around the property throughout the weekend, the couple created a space to celebrate what matters most in their lives: their family. "It was important to both Daniel and I that we created moments for our parents, and especially our siblings, to spend time with one another and create relationships of their own," Jenna says. 01 of 14 Italian-Inspired Affair Blaine Siesser Jenna and Daniel hosted an Italian-centric lunch event, planned by their mothers and coordinated by Melissa Vitale Events, complete with small tables, chairs, and umbrellas surrounding an old European-inspired fountain and cherubs. Fresh Ideas for Your Wedding Weekend 02 of 14 Pastel Apparel Blaine Siesser The groom sported a blush Tombolo outfit and Nick Fouquet fedora to go along with the bright, colorful theme. 03 of 14 Love Is in the Air Blaine Siesser Jenna donned her first of two bridal swimsuit looks for the lunch festivities: a white Fella Swim one-piece, lacy coverup, Gucci sandals, and a Janessa Leone fedora. Wedding Attire Etiquette for Brides and Grooms 04 of 14 Chic Tabletop Blaine Siesser "Tables were set with crisp white linens, dishes, wood bread trays, and glassware that brought Old-World Italy to the luncheon," Jenna shares. 05 of 14 To-Go Treats Blaine Siesser A personalized to-go biscotti cookie box—with a lemon tree design, the couple's names, the date, and the phrase "viva la familia" printed on them—marked each spot, as did monogrammed place cards, citrus-patterned napkins, blue-handled cutlery, and bowls filled with olives. How to Pick Meaningful Wedding Favors 06 of 14 Cheers! Blaine Siesser Everyone sipped on signature Italian drinks during lunch, including Aperol spritzes and bellinis. 07 of 14 Vino on Deck Blaine Siesser The couple offered magnum bottles of rosé, as well. How to Choose the Perfect Wine for a Small Wedding 08 of 14 Sweets and Eats Blaine Siesser The meal consisted of seven different types of pizzas made by an Italian café, two pasta choices, and two salads—all served with artisan bread and olive oil. 09 of 14 Pool Party Perfection Blaine Siesser Oversized balloons and confetti rope in bright pink and blue hues dressed up the pool for Jenna and Daniel's next event; his-and-hers pool floats were a fun touch. Pool Party Essentials to Add to Your Wedding Registry 10 of 14 All Dressed in White Blaine Siesser Jenna switched into her second bathing suit of the day, which was made by Daniel's sister Natalierose entirely from scratch. "She bought the fabric, stitched out the style, and sewed on the pearls and letters on the back to read 'KAUFMAN' in jewel beads," says the bride. A sheer wrap around her waist completed the look. 11 of 14 #Shloop Blaine Siesser To incorporate their wedding hashtag, #shloop (their nickname for one another), the pair designed their own hats and displayed them on a table during the pool event; they came in different color combinations, so their families had options to choose from. Five Tips for Creating Your Wedding Hashtag 12 of 14 Poolside Relaxation Blaine Siesser Far-flung beach clubs were the driving inspiration behind the poolside fête. "Loud dance music played while our families swam around and lounged on the daybeds," the bride notes. 13 of 14 Lifetime of Love Blaine Siesser One of the bride and groom's favorite memories from the wedding weekend? A surprise video put together by their best friends, which featured funny memories, stories, and well-wishes. "This video was presented to us Saturday night, during dinner, and it made us feel their love from afar," the couple shares. Best Movie-Making Apps for Homemade Wedding Videos 14 of 14 Sources Blaine Siesser Photography, Blaine SiesserVideography, Visi ProductionsWeekend Coordinator, Melissa Vitale EventsBride's Lunch One-Piece Bathing Suit, Fella SwimBride's Lunch Accessories, Janessa Leone; GucciGroom's Lunch Attire, Tombolo; Nick FouquetCustom Hats, Perfect Trading Co. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit