Sarah Davidson

Meagan + Sam | Madison, Wisconsin | Simple Summer Downtown Wedding at The Tinsmith

March 25, 2022 By Sarah Davidson

We love when HUE becomes part of the family! We first met Meagan and Sam in Spring of 2020 after receiving a referral from Meagan’s sister Whitney, who we had already been planning an August of 2020 wedding with. Sadly Whitney and David’s wedding needed to be postponed due to Covid, and the joke was that Meagan + Sam just took their date instead, a year later!

We appreciated the simple elegance these two desired, knowing that their venue, The Tinsmith, did not need much dressing up. Instead, the focus could remain solely on the joy of coming together. Speaking of that, their family’s got the opportunity to do this twice in just one month’s time between the two sister’s weddings, where each served as the other’s Maid of Honor!

We loved that Meagan + Sam didn’t take themselves too seriously, and made sure to have a lot of fun sprinkled in throughout the day – with the photos to prove it!⁠

Congrats again, M + S!

We loved all the beautiful greens and simple summery blooms from Daffodil Parker sprinkled throughout the venue and in girls’ bouquets!

Sam’s reaction to his soon-to-be-bride was one of the sweetest we’ve seen. These two partied their way right back down the aisle and headed out on the town for some Madison area photos!

It was so special for our HUE crew to help with both of these sisters’ big days! Their love for each other and bond are so evident.

Congratulations again, Meagan + Sam! It was an honor to play a role in your beautiful day and the start of your marriage!

Coordination: HUE by Sarah Davidson
Photography: UEDA Photography
Videography: Gero Pictures (Paul Gero)
Venue: The Tinsmith
Floral: Daffodil Parker
Catering: Upstairs Downstairs Catering
Entertainment: Madison Mobile DJ
Beauty: Brideheads
Transportation: Cruise-A-Palooza

Chief Strategist and Creative Director of HUE by Sarah Davidson, Sarah is a sought-after event industry consultant, planner, and strategist based in Madison, WI. Follow her work on Instagram at @huebysd.

Emma + EJ | Arena, Wisconsin | Romantic Country Vintage-Inspired Wedding at Sugarland

March 9, 2022 By Sarah Davidson

We’ve been waiting forever to be a part of our first wedding at Sugarland, and looking back we now realize we were just waiting for the right couple! Emma + EJ were a match made in heaven for one another and, not to be biased, they felt like a pretty great match for us too!⁠ 😉
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These two lit up the room, and the amount of charm oozing from the day was enough to make any southern belle swoon. ⁠One of our favorite parts was a customized wine ceremony during the wedding, performed by one of our most trusted officiant partners, Arthur Hendrick. ⁠We also loved the intimate feeling of their dinner at Old Feed Mill, the perfect way to cap the perfect day.⁠
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Congratulations again, Emma + EJ!⁠

Sugarland’s enchanting garden wedding venue features a restored farmhouse, quaint country cottage, and a one-of-a-kind authentic Wisconsin Barn. We love the dreamy cascading fountain on their beautifully landscaped property!

Emma and EJ shared their gorgeous ceremony underneath the shade of an old majestic Oak tree surrounded by loved ones.

We loved the intimate dinner these two shared with their loved ones at the beautiful Old Feed Mill filled with country elegance!

Congratulations again, Emma + EJ! Thank you for the honor of choosing HUE to help execute your beautiful day!

To see more real weddings and events designed, coordinated, and produced by our HUE team, click HERE!

Planning + Coordination: Jessie-Rae w/ HUE by Sarah Davidson⁠
Photography: Claire Staley Photography⁠
Videography: Paul Gero⁠
Ceremony Venue: Sugarland
Reception Venue + Catering: The Old Feed Mill
Floral: daffodil*parker
Dessert: Gigi’s Cupcakes⁠
Bridal Gown: Vera’s House of Bridals

Annie + Jason | Milwaukee, Wisconsin | Colorful + Unique Wedding at The Elegant Milwaukee County Historical Society

February 9, 2022 By Sarah Davidson

After nearly two years of planning together (thanks Covid!) we were so excited to finally see Annie + Jason’s beautiful wedding day come to fruition at the gorgeous Milwaukee County Historical Society this past August!
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Our team typically has the privilege of getting to the Milwaukee area a handful of times per year, and we always love the opportunity to work in a refreshed setting with new friendors.

Enjoy each colorful, unique, and elegant detail of Annie + Jason’s Wisconsin summer day below!
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Congrats again, A + J!

We couldn’t take our eyes off the colorful, vibrant + summery floral arrangements Jane Kelly Floral designed! The Milwaukee Art Museum was the perfect place for Annie + Jason to capture some stunning couples photos with Tim Fitch Photography.

The Milwaukee Historical Society offered both a unique and elegant setting for Annie + Jason’s wedding day with cool features like a bank vault, cozy mezzanine level, marble pillars, and more right in the heart of downtown Milwaukee along the river!

We’re obsessed with this classic and elegant cake from The Cake Lady to top off A + J’s sweet celebration!

Congratulations again, Annie + Jason!

To see more real weddings and events designed, coordinated, and produced by our HUE team, click HERE!

Planning + Coordination: Loni w/ HUE by Sarah Davidson
Venue: Milwaukee County Historical Society
Photography: Tim Fitch Photography
Floral: Jane Kelly Floral
Cake: The Cake Lady
Catering: Zilli Hospitality Group
Hair + Makeup: SEVVA
Rentals: Canopies
DJ: Milwaukee Airwaves
Live Music: SamaSama Project

7 Tips for Creating a Wedding Timeline That Works | FEATURED ON WOMAN GETTING MARRIED

January 31, 2022 By Sarah Davidson

Having a wedding timeline is a crucial part of planning your celebration. Not only for you and your soon-to-be spouse, but for your vendors, family, and wedding party alike! It’s important for everyone to be on the same page (literally) and have your vision in mind! You’ll likely be contracting with multiple different businesses for your wedding, and it’s either on you or your wedding planner (if you have one) to be the one central point for everyone.

I was honored to be featured over on Woman Getting Married talking all about creating a wedding timeline and the importance of one!

Click HERE to check out their blog and dive deep into the 7 tips listed below for creating a stress-free and clear timeline that works!

Wake up earlier than you need to
Start with the end of the day and work your way backward (this is a tip I always give!)
Don’t leave out the tiny details
Have each vendor review the wedding day timeline
Allow for wiggle room
Factor in breakdown times
Ask for help if you need it!

Here at HUE, wedding timeline creation is a part of both our Wedding Management and Full-Service and Design packages! We will help you create the perfect timeline and be the ones to communicate with everyone involved. Click here to inquire about working with us for your special day.

Abbe + Kevin | Madison, Wisconsin | Elegant Glam Burgundy + Gold Wedding at The Tinsmith

January 19, 2022 By Sarah Davidson

With wedding colors of burgundy and gold, I knew I was going to like Abbe + Kevin from the start. Add on the fact that Abbe had spent a decade herself as a wedding photographer, with an additional degree in Event Management, and we immediately clicked from day one of working together!

Everything about Abbe + Kevin’s wedding at The Tinsmith had personal touches, from Abbe’s grandmother’s charm pinned to her bouquet, to the elegant DIY-ed signage, all the way to playing Star Wars music for the Grand March! Yep, they’re that cool.

Our HUE crew especially loved listening to the toasts from those near and dear to the couple, easily feeling the amount of support radiating for them within the room. It was something truly special.

Congrats Abbe + Kevin! Thanks for choosing us to help you celebrate your beautiful big day! Enjoy all the gorgeous detail from their special celebration below!

Every element of their day, down to the smallest detail of Abbe’s accessories, embodied glam and elegance!

If you’re looking for a Downtown Madison wedding venue with modern, industrial, and greenhouse vibes, look no further than The Tinsmith! The rich emerald details and plants throughout the venue complimented the burgundy jewel tones and greenery in Abbe + Kevin’s day perfectly.

The special community, love, and support that surrounds this couple were radiant throughout the course of their wedding day!

Elegant gold details give the perfect touch to this clean reception look sprinkled with luscious greenery. We’re obsessed with this DIY seating chart sign they created as well, aren’t you?