When a wedding takes place in one of the most iconic hotels in Nashville you know it’s going to be a good one! Once a bustling railroad terminal, Union Station Hotel is now a stunning luxury hotel, still brimming with its original architecture, that includes arches, stained-glass windows, and endless historical charm. The gothic exterior design is one that demands attention. It’s a venue where history and elegance collide, setting the perfect tone for a celebration as beautiful and meaningful as Kate and Andrew’s dreamy wedding.
To play a part in their big day by creating their custom invitation suite, menus, and place cards was such an honor. The sweet bride, Kate, found us on Instagram, which is always so flattering! She was a dream to work with, as we couldn’t have asked for a more gracious, fun, and lovely client. Her dreamy wedding day vision paired beautifully with the character and charm of the hotel.
Lavender Wedding Invitations and Details
One detail we absolutely adored about this wedding was the color palette. Lavender isn’t a color we get to work with often in invitations. It brought such a fresh, romantic feel to each element. It also beautifully tied into the wedding day itself, where shades of purple were thoughtfully woven throughout the florals, the groom’s custom jacket liner, bridesmaids’ dresses, and even the bride’s veil, which featured the most gorgeous floral embroidery. Seriously, the veil was a work of art!
The custom invitation suite featured elegant white and lavender card stock, with delicate calligraphy bringing everything to life. The suite was wrapped with a custom-designed purple band showcasing an illustration of the historic Union Station as a nod to the incredible venue that would set the scene for their day.
Inside, the envelope liner greeted guests with a burst of colorful florals. This offered a playful hint to all the vibrant flower details that would later decorate their ceremony and reception spaces. As a special gesture because we loved working with Kate so much, we shared with her the floral artwork we used for the invitation suite, and she used that to create the groom’s pocket square. It was a small but meaningful detail that spoke volumes about the couple’s thoughtful approach to design.
Elegant Day-of Touches
Alongside the invitation suite, we also created the folded place cards, which featured the same elegant calligraphy as the invitations, adding a cohesive and sophisticated touch to the guest tables.
To tie the pieces together, the custom menus we created featured the same colorful floral design that was seen on the envelope liner. At the reception, these menus were tucked into the sage green napkins next to the place cards, creating a beautiful place setting for guests.
The tablescapes were stunning! Along with the paper goods, stunning floral arrangements decorated the center of the tables, and flickering candlelight added to the romantic setting. EBJ & Company did an amazing job planning and coordinating, as everything came together beautifully.
Kate and Andrew’s Union Station wedding blended old-world charm with fresh, personal style in the most perfect way. Being able to contribute to their day was such an honor for our team at White Ink Calligraphy.
Wedding Vendors:
Venue: Union Station Hotel
Photography: Kéra Photography
Videography: 98 Films
Planning & Design: EBJ & Company
Florals: LL Floral
Trees: Green Resources
Candles: Nashville Candle Rentals
Rentals: Please Be Seated | Blue Fish Event Rentals
Lighting / Draping: Renowned Event Designs
Catering: Union Station Hotel
Late Night Snack: Table of Cuba
Band: Nationwide Coverage Music
Cake: Dessert Designs by Leland
Hair & Makeup: One10 Beauty
Calligraphy + Stationery: White Ink Calligraphy + Co.
If you’re looking to add custom, thoughtful touches to your wedding or event, we would love to help make your vision a reality. Reach out today to learn more about our full-service design offerings—we can’t wait to create something unforgettable for you!
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