The Barn of Chapeau Shores

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

We please ask that you bring a photo of the bride or groom for a photo wall. It can be a picture of them at any age. Please write a message on the back about the picture!

Our Wedding

Photos

Aaron "the Machine" Zimmer

Wedding Party

We recommend reserving lodging early - our wedding coincides with a busy travel season in Albert Lea - rooms are filling up fast! We have blocks of rooms available at Best Western and Comfort Inn, but they only hold those rooms until the first week of July.

Just tell them you're part of the Buscho/Wensel Wedding block. 2-bed (Queen size) or 1-bed (King Size) rooms available.

Best Western Plus Albert Lea I-90/I-35 Hotel

Block reserved under Chord Buscho. 2-bed (Queen size) and 1-bed (King size) rooms available.

Comfort Inn Albert Lea at Trails Travel Center

Travel

Things to Do

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We’re going semi-formal for our wedding. Please avoid jeans, workout clothes, or sneakers—think dress pants or chinos, summer dresses, skirts, button-downs, and blazers. Light fabrics and comfortable shoes are recommended for an outdoor-friendly spring/summer vibe. If you’re unsure, smart casual with a polished touch is a safe choice. Thank you for dressing to celebrate with us—Marissa &amp; Chord

Dress Code

Registry

RSVP

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Marissa & Chord

Marissa & Chord

Dress Code

SEMI-FORMAL

Ideas & Advice

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