Aerial view of New Albany Country Club and the white reception tent arranged on the lawn.

Bridesmaids in mismatched yellow dresses smile and react during the wedding morning.

Tented reception features pale yellow draping, floral linens, cross-back chairs, candles and white flowers.

Photography: Brooke Cox Photography

Vows That Wow: Lily & Kyle’s Spring Wedding at New Albany Country Club

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The Finer Things Event Planning

Aiden and Grace

La Jeune Mariee Bridal Collection

Each month, Wed Society | Columbus highlights a wedding that feels especially meaningful through its thoughtful details, personal traditions and exceptional team of local wedding professionals. This month, we are featuring Lily Kaufman and Kyle Weisman’s cheerful spring wedding at New Albany Country Club in New Albany, Ohio.

Soft yellow details, elegant white florals and layers of romantic country club design created a celebration that felt timeless, joyful and unmistakably personal. With full-service planning from The Finer Things Event Planning, Lily and Kyle’s wedding moved beautifully from an interfaith ceremony to a tented reception filled with candlelight, layered draping and garden-inspired florals.

Although the couple originally planned to marry outdoors, unexpected weather led them to move the ceremony inside. In the end, the change became one of the most meaningful reminders of their wedding day: a beautiful celebration does not have to unfold perfectly to be unforgettable.

Wedding Profile & Quick Facts

Couple: Lily Kaufman and Kyle Weisman
Wedding Date: May 16, 2026
Season: Spring
Venue: New Albany Country Club
City: New Albany, Ohio
Wedding Style: Timeless, romantic and classic country club
Color Palette: Butter yellow, white and green
Ceremony Tradition: Interfaith Jewish-Christian ceremony

How Lily and Kyle Met

Lily and Kyle met at Ohio State after being introduced by a mutual friend at a block party before an Ohio State football game. Their shared connection to the university made their Columbus-area wedding especially personal, while New Albany Country Club offered an elegant setting for beginning their next chapter together.

Why This Wedding Stands Out

Lily and Kyle’s wedding stands out for the way it balanced thoughtful planning with the freedom to embrace the unexpected. The couple originally planned to hold their ceremony outdoors, but due to bad weather, they made the decision early in the day to move the ceremony inside.

Rather than allowing the change to overshadow the celebration, Lily and Kyle focused on being present with their guests. The weather eventually cleared, giving the newlyweds and their wedding party the opportunity to enjoy portraits across the grounds of New Albany Country Club before continuing the celebration inside the tented reception space.

“Not everything has to be perfect to be beautiful,” Lily shared. “Some of the moments I worried about during planning ended up being insignificant, and the joy of the day outweighed the imperfections.”

The couple’s interfaith Jewish-Christian ceremony also made the day especially meaningful. Rabbi LeighAnn Kopans incorporated Jewish and Christian rituals into the ceremony, creating a thoughtful beginning to their marriage that honored both Lily and Kyle’s families.

Later that evening, the couple joined their guests for a traditional horah. Being lifted into the air on chairs while their guests danced in a circle became one of Lily and Kyle’s favorite memories from the reception.

The Romantic Yellow Wedding Design

A butter yellow, white and green color palette gave Lily and Kyle’s New Albany wedding a fresh spring feeling while maintaining an elegant country club aesthetic. The cheerful color appeared throughout the wedding day, from the bridesmaids’ gowns to the floral design and reception details.

Dalay Ket Event Design filled the celebration with white roses, hydrangeas, ranunculus and delicate yellow accents. Greenery added natural contrast throughout the bouquets, ceremony arrangements and reception installations. Inside the tent, suspended floral arrangements drew the eye upward, while lush hydrangeas and candlelight gave the reception a warm, intimate feeling.

Serendipity Designs softened the reception tent with layers of white and pale yellow draping. BBJ La Tavola linens added texture to the tables, while cross-back chairs from A Novel Affair complemented the garden-inspired setting. Lounge seating from Aiden and Grace created a comfortable place for guests to gather throughout the evening.

Floral-patterned linens, clear glass candleholders and a black-and-white dance floor completed the refined reception design. Each element felt connected without overwhelming the natural beauty of the venue.

Bridal Style & Fashion Details

Lily selected a timeless Jenny Yoo wedding gown from La Jeune Mariee. The strapless ball gown featured a structured bodice, full skirt and sweeping train that felt perfectly suited to the elegant country club setting.

A cathedral-length Jenny Yoo veil with lace detailing added a romantic finishing touch to her bridal look. Lily completed her attire with Dolce Vita shoes, a ForHerBigDay purse, a Tiffany & Co. pearl bracelet and Nadri earrings. Her ring was designed by Olschwanger Designs.

Hair by Tatum Albert styled Lily’s blonde hair into a soft updo, while Bailey Thorpe created her classic bridal makeup. The coordinated beauty design complemented the timeless silhouette of her gown while allowing Lily’s natural style to remain at the center of the look.

Kyle wore a traditional black Calvin Klein tuxedo from Men’s Wearhouse with a crisp white shirt and black bow tie. His classic attire paired naturally with Lily’s gown and the wedding’s refined design.

A Full-Service Planning Experience

Jennifer Kontomerkos of The Finer Things Event Planning provided full-service planning for the celebration, helping coordinate the vendor team, design details and wedding-day logistics.

Having a full-service planner allowed Lily and Kyle to make decisions confidently when the weather changed and remain focused on enjoying the celebration with their families and friends.

The couple’s favorite vendors were their hair and makeup team, Hair by Tatum Albert and Bailey Thorpe, whose work helped Lily and her wedding party feel polished and confident throughout the day.

Ceremony & Reception Experience

Lily and Kyle’s ceremony took place indoors at New Albany Country Club and included meaningful Jewish and Christian traditions. Rabbi LeighAnn Kopans guided the couple through a ceremony that represented both of their backgrounds, while Columbus Musicians provided music with a string quartet.

After the ceremony, guests moved into the tented reception for dinner and drinks. New Albany Country Club provided catering, bartending and wedding-day cookie favors. The reception design combined soft draping, romantic florals, textured linens and warm candlelight to create an inviting setting for the evening.

Sauer Cakes created a simple four-tier white wedding cake decorated with a dramatic white bow. The bow echoed ribbon details throughout the wedding design and added a classic finishing touch.

The Conspiracy Band brought live energy to the reception, filling the black-and-white dance floor throughout the night. The horah became one of the evening’s most memorable moments as Lily and Kyle were lifted into the air while their guests danced around them.

Lily’s advice to other couples is to slow down and make time for one another during the celebration.

“Really try to be present for your big day!” she said. “It truly goes by so fast. Take some time to spend one on one together, even if it’s just five minutes. And don’t forget to eat! The food was one of my favorite parts of our wedding.”

Planning Takeaways From This Wedding

Make an indoor backup plan early when planning a spring wedding so weather changes can be handled with confidence.
Pair soft yellow with white florals and natural greenery for a cheerful palette that still feels refined.
Choose bridesmaid dresses in one color family while allowing each person to select a silhouette that feels comfortable and personal.
Meet with your officiant early when planning an interfaith ceremony so both families’ traditions can be represented thoughtfully.
Use draping, textured linens, candlelight and suspended florals to make a tented reception feel warm and formal.
Add lounge seating to give guests a comfortable place to gather away from the dance floor.
Schedule a few private minutes together during the wedding day to slow down and take in the celebration.
Trust your vendors when plans change and focus on the people who came to celebrate with you.
Explore Wed Society’s Columbus wedding planner guide and best wedding dress shops in Columbus for additional planning inspiration.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can couples prepare for unpredictable spring wedding weather?

Couples should create and review an indoor backup plan well before the wedding day. Confirm when the weather decision must be made, how the ceremony layout will change and which vendors will help transition the space.

How can yellow be used elegantly in a wedding palette?

Pairing soft yellow with white, cream and natural greenery keeps the color cheerful without making it feel overwhelming. Yellow can be introduced through bridesmaid dresses, florals, stationery, linens or smaller reception details.

How can an interfaith wedding ceremony feel personal?

Couples should speak with their officiant early about the traditions that are most meaningful to both families. A thoughtful combination of rituals, readings and music can create a ceremony that feels representative of both backgrounds.

What details can make a tented wedding reception feel formal?

Layered draping, textured linens, coordinated chairs, candlelight and overhead floral installations can make a tented reception feel polished and intimate. Lounge seating can also create a comfortable secondary gathering area for guests.

Why should couples schedule private time together on their wedding day?

The wedding day often moves quickly, so even a few minutes alone can help couples pause and appreciate the celebration together. Lily and Kyle recommend intentionally making time for one-on-one moments, even during a busy reception.

Final Thoughts

Lily and Kyle’s New Albany Country Club wedding shows how a thoughtfully planned celebration can remain beautiful even when the original plan changes. A cheerful yellow palette, romantic florals, meaningful interfaith traditions and a lively reception created a day that felt elegant, personal and full of joy.

Most importantly, their wedding reflects the reminder Lily carried with her throughout the day: not everything has to be perfect to be beautiful. When the focus remains on the people, traditions and moments that matter most, the celebration becomes unforgettable.

Featured Wed Society Columbus Wedding Vendors

Wedding Planner: The Finer Things Event Planning

A Columbus wedding planning company known for full-service planning, thoughtful coordination and personalized guidance throughout the planning process.

Bridal Boutique: La Jeune Mariee

A luxury Columbus bridal boutique offering an inclusive selection of designer gowns and a personalized styling experience.

Lounge Seating: Aiden and Grace

A Columbus event rental and design studio offering thoughtfully curated lounge furniture, decor and custom pieces for elevated celebrations.