GENERAL

Couple's Name: Brittany Van Bergen and Matt Taylor

Wedding Date: Sept. 10, 2011

Wedding Location: St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Wadsworth, Ill.

ABOUT THE COUPLE

How he proposed: In 2009, Matt proposed to Brittany in a gazebo on a beach in Mexico.

Bride's occupation: Human resources coordinator

Groom's occupation: Network engineer

THE CEREMONY

The ceremony: A 2:30 p.m. Mass of Creation at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Wadsworth, Ill.

The gown: A strapless, tulle ball gown with satin bodice

The bouquet: A beautiful arrangement bursting with gorgeous fall colors of orange, red and yellow.

The theme: Fall Grandeur

THE WEDDING PARTY

Maid of honor:  Emily Van Bergen

Bridesmaids: Sarina Miller, Tracy Malcewicz, Ashley Woller, Margaret Bratcher and Ann Ly

Best man: John Taylor

Groomsmen: Jonathan Bernhardt, Rob Malcewicz, Neal Grossheider, Karl Bratcher and Gavin Brown

THE RECEPTION

Number of guests: 200

The reception: Radisson, Pleasant Prairie

The cake: A four-tiered cake with layers of strawberries and custard, topped with buttercream frosting.

First song: “I Do” by Mark Wills

The menu: Chicken marsala served with herb-roasted potatoes and steamed mixed vegetables.

What made the day unique: They chose to get married on 9/10/11, a date that everyone will remember.

Most touching moment of the day: Having Laura Kaeppeler, a lifelong friend of Brittany’s, sing. The couple says she is a remarkable singer and are grateful she was a big part of their special day.

Honeymoon destination: RIU Palace, Aruba