Timeless, Minimalist Wedding Day with Equestrian Influence at The Acreage

Equestrian elegance meets contemporary chic was the theme of Lydia Robertus and Josh Banderas’ wedding day. Despite attending middle school, high school and college together, romance didn’t bloom until the end of Lydia’s college career when Josh won her over with ice cream at Pioneer Park. After Josh’s sister’s wedding, the couple jokingly said, “We could do this!” and that joke soon became a reality when they decided to create The Acreage together. It only made sense their wedding would be the first celebration to grace the new space. As avid horse riders and animal lovers, they wanted the venue to exude a refined vibe with equestrian flair. “The entire building reflects our interests and time together as a couple,” Lydia says. On the day of their marriage, Lydia traded her cowboy boots for heels and opted for a sleek high-neck gown while the groom chose a classic tux and black hat for the occasion. Cocktail hour was dreamy with a saxophonist serenading guests as they sipped on libations with napkins featuring the couple’s dog and drink stirrers with their three cats on them. A timeless black-and-white palette matched the venue flawlessly with warmth from gold accents and candlelight. White florals decorated the tables and grand steps while minimalist table décor made the space Lydia and Josh worked so hard on shine. A packed dance floor was the perfect ending to their lively nuptials and a perfect start to their life together as husband and wife.