Clayton Opera House

Films by Taylor

Kaitlyn Meeks Photography

Jaden and Kali met at a college program in Bellevue, NE. They started showing interest in each other over the course of 3 years in that program. Everyone else in the program knew there was something between the two of them, but nothing was made official yet. Finally, Jaden's youth pastor from upstate New York came to town and, after talking to Kali, he walked over to Jaden and said "You better marry this girl." Even he saw the connection between them.
    So, thus began the dating relationship. Almost immediately they knew they wanted to be together forever, so Jaden proposed. Jaden, being from Upstate New York, knew that he wanted the wedding to happen at his childhood home on his parents' property. And what a special, intimate time that was. Kali's family all made the trip up there, as well as both of their closest friends from all over the country, new and old, all together in one place. In the words of Jaden, that was "surreal."
    So many beautiful moments from this day, but the sunset over the river stood out the most. So we just had to take them across the street from the reception hall to take some portraits on the docks. The cotton candy skies reflecting on the water will forever be seared into my memory. And these two had a one of a kind sparkler exit, riding off into the distance, slowly, on a grocery store wheelchair. What a vehicle!

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Jaden + Kali | Clayton, NY

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Casual weddings are most often a style used in backyard weddings, but we also see it at beach or tented weddings. For the attire, brides may want to wear a tea-length dress or jumpsuit. Grooms should stick to lighter shades, like tan, and toss the jacket.

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A casual wedding is playful, fun and great for weddings with a smaller guest list. The ceremony is often outdoors or hosted in a backyard and we love the thought of using benches for the seating to really keeps the formality to a minimum. String lights are a must!

With a more informal celebration, you can really get creative with the menu and play with your décor. There's no need for china or chargers at a casual reception so have fun with the place settings, like a patterned or textured placemat. As for food, comfort food is a no-brainer. Try an elevated version like mini chicken and waffles or shooters of tomato soup with tiny grilled cheese bites on the side. We encourage you to consider family-style dining as opposed to a formal plated dinner.

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Clayton Opera House is a historic and elegant wedding venue situated in the heart of downtown Clayton, New York. The building dates back to the 19th century with stunning Victorian architecture that adds to the charm and ambiance of the event space. The venue offers an exquisite ballroom, a spacious balcony, and a fully equipped kitchen, perfect for wedding receptions and other special events. What makes Clayton Opera House an ideal venue for weddings is its flexibility to accommodate weddings of all sizes, from intimate affairs to grand celebrations. The ballroom can seat up to 300 guests, and the balcony can serve as a cocktail reception area or additional seating space. Behind the scenes, the venue's attentive staff will ensure that every detail is taken care of, from catering to decorations and all those small touches that create a memorable wedding experience for everyone.

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Jaden and Kali

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Videographer: Films by Taylor

Venue: Clayton Opera House

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