Elegant Atlanta Wedding by Ali Harper Photography

July 28th. 2011 by Emilia Jane | Filed Under | 30 comments

YES!  I have been going through Ali Harper Photography‘s images from this sweet Georgia peach of an Atlanta wedding and just proclaiming my undying love for all the world to hear!  It is just about as close to reception perfection as I think you can get.  It’s modern and playful, sophisticated and elegant and chic-to-the-max!  I can’t get over how gorgeous the bridesmaids look in their coral Bari Jay gowns. Give yourself a treat this morning and check out the full gallery!

Wedding Design + Coordination By / The Gahan Girls
Photography By / Ali Harper Photography
Wedding Design + Coordination By / The Gahan Girls
Photography By / Ali Harper Photography
Wedding Design + Coordination By / The Gahan Girls
Photography By / Ali Harper Photography
Wedding Design + Coordination By / The Gahan Girls
Photography By / Ali Harper Photography
Wedding Design + Coordination By / The Gahan Girls
Photography By / Ali Harper Photography

Wedding Design + Coordination By / The Gahan Girls
Photography By / Ali Harper Photography

Wedding Design + Coordination By / The Gahan Girls
Photography By / Ali Harper Photography
Wedding Design + Coordination By / The Gahan Girls
Photography By / Ali Harper Photography
Wedding Design + Coordination By / The Gahan Girls
Photography By / Ali Harper Photography
Wedding Design + Coordination By / The Gahan Girls
Photography By / Ali Harper Photography

Wedding Design + Coordination By / The Gahan Girls
Photography By / Ali Harper Photography

Wedding Design + Coordination By / The Gahan Girls
Photography By / Ali Harper Photography
Wedding Design + Coordination By / The Gahan Girls
Photography By / Ali Harper Photography
Wedding Design + Coordination By / The Gahan Girls
Photography By / Ali Harper Photography
Wedding Design + Coordination By / The Gahan Girls
Photography By / Ali Harper Photography

Wedding Design + Coordination By / The Gahan Girls
Photography By / Ali Harper Photography

Wedding Design + Coordination By / The Gahan Girls
Photography By / Ali Harper Photography
Wedding Design + Coordination By / The Gahan Girls
Photography By / Ali Harper Photography
Wedding Design + Coordination By / The Gahan Girls
Photography By / Ali Harper Photography
Wedding Design + Coordination By / The Gahan Girls
Photography By / Ali Harper Photography
Wedding Design + Coordination By / The Gahan Girls
Photography By / Ali Harper Photography

Click here to see the entire gallery of images!

From Ali Harper Photography… Yes, you can meet the man of your dreams just by getting up the nerve to talk to that cute guy in seat 24A! Mandy and Todd literally struck up a conversation on a plane thousands of feet up in the air and haven’t stopped talking since. In fact, the groom’s cake was a cute nod to their serendipitous beginnings! Their color palette was just as bold – and with it being 94 degrees out, Mandy chose the perfect shades of butter yellow and bright coral for the day; her bridesmaids seriously looked like Greek goddesses. These colors echoed within all the reception details – the modern, sophisticated and graphic feel of the fabrics perfectly complimented the glamour of Greystone and the Atlanta skyline as the wedding’s backdrop. Speaking of Atlanta, Mandy and a handful of her bridesmaids were all UGA Cheerleaders together and it made perfect sense for the Georgia mascot, “Hairy Dawg” to make an appearance – and he ended up dancing the whole night away with all of the guests!

Wedding Photography: Ali Harper Photography / Wedding Dress: Tara Keely via Wedding Angels / Handmade Veil: Chaviano Couture / Bride’s Shoes: Jimmy Choo / Bridesmaid Dresses: Bari Jay via Bridals by Lori / Design + Coordination: Dawn Gahan of The Gahan Girls / Floral Design: Tulip / Caterer: Affairs to Remember / Wedding Cake, Groom’s Cake + Cookies: Rhodes Bakery / Band: City Heat / Make-up: Miche Consulting / Hair: Elle Salon / Wedding Videography: Rodonis Films

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30 Comments about “Elegant Atlanta Wedding by Ali Harper Photography”

  1. Krystal @ 1st Time Nesters
    July 28, 2011 at 10:42 am

    This wedding is so beautiful and classic - lover her dress.

  2. Annie
    July 28, 2011 at 10:43 am

    What a gorgeous wedding! What is the style number for the bridal gown? It is gorgeous!!

  3. Rachel Tatem
    July 28, 2011 at 10:48 am

    Great use of lighting in the shot of the bride and groom kissing

  4. Marie
    July 28, 2011 at 10:56 am

    Hi- where did the pillows come from??

  5. Mandy
    July 28, 2011 at 10:56 am

    Wedding Dress: designer - Tara Keely; style number: tk2052; color: Ivory

    Thank you! :)

  6. Kelly
    July 28, 2011 at 11:05 am

    I just got married in June and wore the exact same dress and my bridesmaids were in coral!! I loved looking through these photos, everything is so pretty. Congratulations!!

  7. Alan
    July 28, 2011 at 11:24 am

    Being the father of the bride and reading these comments and seeing the photos on "Style Me Pretty" a Blog I never new existed, brings much satisfaction knowing every penny was well worth it. Thank you, Ali Harper Photography for recording such a beautiful time in my daughters life. Love you Mandy!

  8. Elise
    July 28, 2011 at 12:10 pm

    This being one of my best friends weddings, makes me so proud! Love you Mandy, it was absolutely perfect. It has given me so much inspiration for my own!

    Elise

  9. Jeremy Harwell
    July 28, 2011 at 12:21 pm

    Beautiful images!!

  10. Marisa Nicole, Weddings & Events
    July 28, 2011 at 1:17 pm

    How sweet!!!

  11. Mandy
    July 28, 2011 at 1:39 pm

    The pillows were handmade and sewed by my lovely wedding coordinator, Dawn Gahan. We found the fabrics together and then she hand painted the B monogrammed clover. The monogram was used throughout the wedding on things like welcome bags signage, programs, and wedding favors to pull it all together.

    Dawn's blog: http://gahangirls.blogspot.com/

  12. Dawn Gahan
    July 28, 2011 at 1:43 pm

    Marie,

    The pillow slipcovers were custom made. Mandy's signature yellow fabric was used as was the floral fabric. Two pillows were made using a coral cotton and on those I painted the monogram that was specially designed for the bride and groom. I used acrylic paint in a rich ivory color, mixed with a fabric medium, Such special keepsakes! Who doesn't love or can't use pillows!?

  13. Dawn Gahan
    July 28, 2011 at 1:45 pm

    Looks like our comments crossed in cyber air! Thanks for the shout out, Mandy. I'm so excited for you and Todd that your wedding has been featured. What a great way to share such a special day with the world! Your vision, as you can see by the comments, is appreciated and admired by many.

  14. Ashley
    July 28, 2011 at 2:11 pm

    Where are these bridesmaid dresses from?? They are fantastic!!

  15. Sarah
    July 28, 2011 at 8:54 pm

    Hi. Can you please tell me what exact dress colour this is? I was told it's tulip but when I checked the bari jay website the colour looks much lighter than what is here. I love the colour of these dresses!!!!!!!

  16. Mandy
    July 29, 2011 at 8:14 am

    Yes, the color of the bridesmaids’ dresses is "Tulip." We tried on Bari Jay's actual "Coral" color, but it was more of an orange/red almost terracotta hue and we were looking for a pinkish coral in nature. The best part about the bridesmaids dresses was that they are very affordable – under $200 included alterations – and the empire waist was figure flattering and comfortable for the girls.

  17. Morgan
    July 29, 2011 at 11:36 am

    Mandy, your wedding was lovely! Looked in the footnotes for your venue though and didn't see it listed? Where was your wedding?

  18. Mandy
    July 29, 2011 at 12:18 pm

    Thank you, Morgan. The ceremony was held at Peachtree Christian Church and the reception followed at Greystone in Piedmont Park -- both in Midtown Atlanta.

    Peachtree Christian Church: http://www.peachtree.org/gettingmarried.html
    - Contact: Melissa Telenko, coordinator
    - Contact number: (404) 876-5535 x307
    - Email: mtelenko@peachtree.org

    Greystone in Piedmont Park: http://www.piedmontpark.org/facilities/greystone.html
    - Contact: Barbara Roberts, director
    - Contact number: (404) 875-7275 x224
    - Email: broberts@piedmontpark.org

  19. Savannah (Pearls and Pages)
    July 30, 2011 at 5:20 am

    Simply chic! Beautiful!! Love the bright hues :)

    The French Bouquet & Petite Fleur: Wedding Florals (Tulsa, Oklahoma)

  20. Fifi xx
    August 8, 2011 at 3:28 am

    Absolutely stunning!! I love your dress Mandy, this was one of the first dresses I tried on and haven't been able to get anything as nice since so going back for it at the end of the month!! When I tried it on there was just a ribbon belt with it, is your crystal sash Tara keely also? xx

  21. Mandy
    August 9, 2011 at 11:57 am

    Hi Fifi,

    I bought the sash separately from my dress, but bought it from the same bridal salon. I also had the sash sewn into the dress so it would stay centered and I would not have to mess with it all day. It was a little more expensive, but I loved how it added a custom feel to my dress. Glad you liked the dress too!! Have fun planning :)

    Mandy

  22. Vanessa
    August 12, 2011 at 3:37 pm

    I actually purchased this wedding dress today and then stumbled across your wedding. It's such a beautiful dress, even more beautiful in person. AND, i may copy your shoes!!!!! Be on the look out. I'll share pictures with you when it's all said and done.

  23. Megan
    August 28, 2011 at 4:21 pm

    What brand was the sash you purchased? I have the same dress, and have been looking for the perfect sash or brooch to add some sparkle.

  24. natasha
    August 29, 2011 at 9:50 pm

    Who are the tuxedos by? They look great!

  25. Emily
    October 8, 2011 at 9:58 pm

    Beautiful wedding!! Is your dress white or ivory?

  26. Jaimee
    November 13, 2011 at 11:14 pm

    Mandy--

    GORGEOUS wedding! I'm not sure if you're interested but thought I'd at least see if you were open to selling your dress? I'm absolutely in love with that design and figured I'd check and see if it was something you'd entertain? If so, let me know! You can contact me at: jaimeebyron@yahoo.com
    Not even sure if we're the same measurements, but thought I'd check and see if this was something you'd be open to discussing! Thanks Mandy!

    Jaimee

  27. Stephanie
    March 18, 2012 at 2:05 pm

    Hi Mandy! Can you please tell me where you purchased your wedding jewelry and where you got the pearls on your sash? Gorgeous wedding! I have been looking everywhere for jewelry like yours and can't find anything like it! Thank you so much!

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