Lauren and Nick’s love doesn’t beg to be the center of attention, it lingers in the quiet, in the comfort, in the spaces most people overlook. Self-proclaimed spooky introverts, they’ve built a relationship that feels deeply theirs: nights spent at home with movies and Skyline, a balance of soft routines and shared quirks, and a connection that doesn’t need constant noise to feel full. Their story stretched across distance for years, learning each other through screens and time apart, until finally closing that gap and stepping into a life side by side. And through all of it, they didn’t try to rush or reshape what they had. They just let it become something steady, something real.


Their wedding day reflected that same energy. Gothic, a little sexy, a little chaotic in the most human way, and entirely intentional. Not overproduced, not overly polished, just honest. A Catholic ceremony grounded in tradition, followed by a celebration at Urban Artifact that leaned fully into their vibe: dark tones, moody energy, and moments that didn’t take themselves too seriously (yes, including Crocs making an appearance). Their first dance to "As the World Falls Down" felt like stepping into their world for a second. Romantic, cinematic, a little dramatic in the best way, while everything around them softened. What makes Lauren and Nick stand out isn’t just their aesthetic or their vibes. It’s the way they exist together. Quiet but sure. Playful in small, unexpected ways. Built on acts of service, physical closeness, and the kind of understanding that comes from choosing each other through every phase of life. Their day wasn’t about perfection; it was about expression. About creating a space where they could fully be themselves, and someday show their kids that love doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s. It just has to feel like yours.

Elegant wedding flat lay with bridal heels, ring box, gold jewelry, and lace veil on a wooden floor at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Gucci perfume bottle displayed in a bridal flat lay with rings, earrings, and blue thistle flowers at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
A diamond ring in a jewelry box surrounded by blue thistle flowers and a Gucci bottle at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
A silver divided tray filled with fresh strawberries, orange slices, green olives, and cheese cubes at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
A hairstylist curling long brown hair with a gold curling iron during a bridal preparation session at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
A woman in panda print pants smiles while sitting on a chair conversing with an older woman indoors at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
An assortment of fresh bagels including plain, sesame, and chocolate chip varieties arranged in a box at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
A woman in a tie-dye Los Angeles shirt and red pants covers her mouth in surprise near a bright window at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Starbucks iced coffee cup labeled Bride sitting on a wooden table at a wedding getting ready at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride wearing pearl necklace adjusting jewelry while looking in a mirror during wedding preparations at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Young bridesmaid eating a strawberry while getting ready for a wedding celebration at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Hair stylist styling bride's updo hairstyle while she sits in a black cape near a window at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
An elderly woman in a red blazer sits thoughtfully in an ornate chair near a bright window at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Red phone case with ghost stickers and a wedding photo next to bobby pins on a wooden table at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Soft white sheer curtains hanging by a window in soft natural light at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Smiling bridesmaid in green plaid shirt holding an iced drink while sitting in a dark wood room at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Close-up of deep red roses and blue thistle wedding floral arrangement with lush greenery at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Two women sharing an emotional moment embracing each other during wedding preparations at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Close-up detail of intricate floral lace and beading on a luxurious off-shoulder wedding dress at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Delicate floral lace wedding gown detail contrasted against a dark green satin bridesmaid dress at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Close-up of intricate lace detailing on a white wedding gown hanging beside emerald bridesmaid dresses at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Elegant lace wedding gown hanging beside dark green bridesmaid dresses in a softly lit wedding venue at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Wedding assistant helping bride into an intricate off-shoulder lace wedding gown during bridal prep at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Smiling bride in an off-shoulder floral lace wedding gown during bridal preparations indoors at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Elegant bride in an off-shoulder lace wedding gown viewed from behind near a bright window at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Close-up back view of bride wearing an off-shoulder lace wedding gown with floral applique detail at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride putting on earrings while wearing an intricate lace off-shoulder wedding gown and veil at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride in a flowing lace wedding gown and veil reflected in a full-length mirror during preparations at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride with floral back tattoo wearing an off-shoulder lace gown and sheer veil by a window at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
An elderly person and a younger person tenderly holding hands together at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bridesmaids in elegant olive green gowns stand at a wedding altar with white drape backdrop at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Emotional bridesmaids in olive green satin gowns react with joy at a wedding ceremony at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bridesmaids in olive green gowns react emotionally while standing at an indoor wedding ceremony at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Tearful bridesmaid in olive green satin gown covers her face during an emotional wedding ceremony at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Smiling bride in lace off-shoulder gown fist bumps groom in black tuxedo at wedding altar at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride in lace off-shoulder wedding gown sits at table holding a small item during reception at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Laughing bride in lace gown poses with bridesmaids in olive green dresses holding red bouquets at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Close-up portrait of a bride with red lips holding red roses surrounded by lush greenery at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride in lace veil gown and bridesmaid in olive green dress smile while holding floral bouquets at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride in lace gown holding red rose bouquet poses with bridesmaid in emerald green dress at wedding at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Dapper groom in black vest and bow tie smokes a pipe while holding a beer can outdoors in Cincinnati, Ohio
Two groomsmen in black tuxedos and bow ties sit on front steps sharing drinks before a wedding in Cincinnati, Ohio
Stylish groomsman in black three-piece suit and sunglasses holds a pipe outdoors at a wedding in Cincinnati, Ohio
Stunning Gothic church interior with ornate stained glass windows, wooden pews, and elaborate altar mosaic in Cincinnati, Ohio
Groomsmen in black tuxedos playfully style the groom's hair outdoors before the wedding ceremony in Cincinnati, Ohio
Groomsmen in black tuxedos laugh and playfully embrace the groom outdoors under a tree in Cincinnati, Ohio
Wedding party toasts with glasses raised together in a circle beneath green trees in Cincinnati, Ohio
Grand cathedral interior with vaulted wooden ceiling, stained glass windows, chandeliers, and ornate altar in Cincinnati, Ohio
Ornate church interior featuring tall colorful stained glass windows and decorative mosaic medallions on walls in Cincinnati, Ohio
Ornate church interior with colorful stained glass windows and decorative mosaic walls bathed in warm light in Cincinnati, Ohio
Elegantly dressed couple walking arm in arm down a church aisle during a wedding ceremony in Cincinnati, Ohio
Priest in white ceremonial robes stands beside a groom in a black tuxedo at a church altar in Cincinnati, Ohio
Groomsman in black tuxedo escorts bridesmaid in green dress down ornate church aisle at wedding in Cincinnati, Ohio
Wedding party stands at church altar as groom in tuxedo smiles joyfully during ceremony in Cincinnati, Ohio
Emotional groom wipes tears while standing at church altar with wedding party during ceremony in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride in lace gown holding red bouquet walks down church aisle escorted by man in tuxedo in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride in lace wedding gown carrying red bouquet walks down church aisle with escort in tuxedo in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride in off-shoulder lace gown with cathedral veil stands at church altar with groom and officiant in Cincinnati, Ohio
Groom emotionally embraces bride at church altar as priest and wedding party look on warmly in Cincinnati, Ohio
Man in black suit holds baby in plaid outfit while seated in church pew during wedding ceremony in Cincinnati, Ohio
Guests seated in wooden pews face ornate church altar with stained glass windows during ceremony in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride in white gown stands with officiant at ornate church altar with candles and decorative columns in Cincinnati, Ohio
Wedding guests seated in church pews as officiant speaks at elaborately decorated altar with stained glass in Cincinnati, Ohio
Red rose petals scattered along stone church aisle with bride and groom blurred in background in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride and groom exchange vows at ornate altar with stained glass windows and decorative cross backdrop in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride and groom stand at altar beneath stunning stained glass windows during church wedding ceremony in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride and groom exchange rings before priest holding red book at ornate church altar in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride in lace gown and groom hold hands at altar with priest during church ceremony in Cincinnati, Ohio
Groom places ring on brides finger as priest and witnesses observe at church altar in Cincinnati, Ohio
Elegant church wedding ceremony with ornate altar, stained glass windows, and guests seated in wooden pews in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride and groom share an intimate moment at ornate church altar surrounded by stained glass windows and candles in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride and groom share their first kiss at the altar in a stunning church wedding ceremony in Cincinnati, Ohio
Newlyweds smile joyfully at the altar with officiant in a beautifully decorated historic church in Cincinnati, Ohio
Groom dips bride for a romantic kiss in the aisle of a grand cathedral after their wedding ceremony in Cincinnati, Ohio
Romantic portrait of bride and groom kissing beneath flowing lace wedding veil in church setting in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride and groom pose at church altar showcasing stunning lace wedding gown with cathedral-length veil in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride and groom share a tender forehead touch in a beautiful church, bride holding red floral bouquet in Cincinnati, Ohio
Romantic silhouette of bride and groom nearly kissing with glowing stained glass windows in background in Cincinnati, Ohio
Intimate portrait of newlyweds with foreheads touching beneath ornate cathedral ceiling and chandelier lighting in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride and groom hold hands outside a historic church during fall wedding portraits with golden sunlight in Cincinnati, Ohio
Vintage white convertible classic car parked in a sunlit lot beside a Honda on a wedding day at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
White vintage convertible parked outside a historic stone church with a cross under a dramatic sky at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Graffiti-covered concrete wall with bold lettering beside a chain-link fence in an urban setting at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Colorful blue and tan street art mural on a brick building along an urban alleyway at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Close-up of a dark floral bouquet featuring red carnations and spiky blue eryngium thistle flowers at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Neon sign reading it was always you mounted on a lush green hedge wall at a wedding reception at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
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Elegant wedding sweetheart table with black linen, red floral arrangements, candles, and Mr & Mrs sign at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Joyful bride and groom walk down the aisle in a venue with stained glass windows at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride in lace gown receives bouquet from guest at elegant wedding reception with string lights at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride and groom share intimate first dance, bride showing floral back tattoo in lace gown at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Joyful bride in sparkly lace ballgown twirls on dance floor at wedding reception at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Smiling bride in off-shoulder lace gown dances with groom in black tuxedo at reception at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride in lace gown smiles as groom twirls her during first dance at wedding reception at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride in lace ballgown spins joyfully with groom during wedding reception first dance at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Groom with mustache tenderly holds bride close during romantic first dance at wedding at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
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Bride and groom share their first dance in an elegant wedding venue adorned with fairy lights at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride and groom dance romantically under arched ceiling with fairy light backdrop and candles at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
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Two-tier black wedding cake decorated with gold drip detail and bold red floral arrangement at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Black two-tier wedding cake with gold drip accents and red flower decorations on gold stand at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Two-tier black wedding cake decorated with gold drip detail and bold red floral arrangement at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Carrot cupcakes topped with swirled white frosting and decorative carrot accents on a tiered stand at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Assorted decorative pastel and gold molded butter mint candies arranged on a silver serving platter at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Vibrant orange Naruto anime-themed birthday cake with black chocolate drip and character topper at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Joyful wedding guest laughing heartily at a decorated reception table with candles and greenery at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride in lace off-shoulder wedding gown smiling warmly while chatting with guests at wedding reception at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Wedding guests laughing and raising drinks at a reception dinner table with candles and greenery at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride and older gentleman sharing a joyful father-daughter dance at a wedding reception at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Groom feeding bride a burger at their wedding reception with twinkle light backdrop at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride and groom sharing a playful moment eating burgers together at their wedding reception at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride and groom laughing while eating burgers together at their wedding reception dinner at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Elegant wedding reception hall with string lights, arched ceilings, and guests dining at tables at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Wedding sweetheart table with black linen, red roses, greenery centerpiece, and white candles at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Wedding sweetheart table with Mr and Mrs sign, candles, and twinkling light curtain backdrop at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride and groom share first dance under string lights at elegant wedding reception in Cincinnati, Ohio
Bride and groom sharing an intimate first dance in a softly lit wedding reception venue at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Laughing bride in a lace ball gown lifting her dress while dancing at her wedding reception at Urban Artifact in Cincinnati, Ohio
Wedding guests in formal attire dancing and celebrating at evening reception in Cincinnati, Ohio
Two women in black dresses dancing and making silly faces at wedding reception in Cincinnati, Ohio
Woman in black dress dancing energetically with guests at wedding reception in Cincinnati, Ohio
Two women dancing joyfully together under lights at wedding reception in Cincinnati, Ohio
Woman with curly hair dancing with eyes closed at wedding reception in Cincinnati, Ohio

The Dream team

DJ: Urban Artifact


Hair & Makeup: Dan + Brack


Caterer: Skyline Chili


Cocktail Catering: Delish In A Dish LLC

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