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From Mi Amore Foto… I have known Dwayne’s family for about 10 years now, so being chosen to photograph his wedding was a pretty big honor.  He and Celeste did everything themselves and with the help of family and friends. His three sisters actually made the chuppa for the two of them to stand under during the ceremony.

Celeste’s shoes were a wedding gift and one of her favorite details from the day.  Dwayne told me that he was going to have someone else sing his and Celeste’s song to her during the ceremony, but he thought, “Why in the world wouldn’t I just sing it to her?!”  He ended up serenading her during the vows. I’m not sure if there was a dry eye in the church.  He never broke eye contact and she never stopped smiling.

Family was a huge part of the day, as she had her sisters, as well as Dwayne’s, as her bridesmaids. Dwayne is very close to his mom and three sisters, and during the mother/son dance, the three sisters ended up surprising Dwayne and his mother by joining in.  They ended up all holding hands and circling around the dance floor.  Mom was in tears and you could tell that this was such a joyous day for everyone.

The old window, used as the seating, was done by Dwayne’s brother in law.  All of the flowers were done by a friend. Everything was a combined effort and you could tell that this couple was so loved and taken care of.  It was a beautiful, beautiful day.

Wedding Photography: Mi Amore Foto / Wedding Reception Location: The Florida Yacht Club / Floral Design: Mitzi Monday, Friend of the Bride & Groom / Wedding Cake: Edgewood Bakery / Wedding Dress: Gail Chandler / Bride’s Shoes: Badgley Mischka / Bridesmaid Dresses: Rheia Roundtree / Wedding Invitations: J. Lewis Designs / Groomsmen Attire: Banana Republic / Bride’s Makeup: Sephora / Bride’s Hair: Lucy Salon

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From Cynthia …  

Ashley and her husband, Christian, had such a gorgeous wedding in Houston this past November and put so much love and thought into every last detail that I just had to share. The bride worked with Monogram Inc. in NYC to design a gorgeous monogram that they used throughout their wedding including on the letterpress invitations we designed and printed. Their ceremony was held at the First Presbyterian Church in Houston with the reception following at The Junior League of Houston.

Ashley wore a beautiful French lace dress by Amsale, purchased at Louise Blum Bridal Salon, a gorgeous little bolero and the prettiest Kate Spade shoes, while Christian wore his own classic black tuxedo. {ps…Abby got her gown at Louise Blum’s as well … Melody became our new best friend!}

After watching an Oscar de la Renta fashion show last fall, Ashley designed her bridesmaids’ dresses based on a dress she fell in love with, working with Arlene Gamble in Houston to make her vision a reality. The beautiful rich deep purple of the bridesmaid dresses was carried throughout the event, paired with gorgeous reds and greens to create a really festive feel as a way to kick off the holiday season. 

All of the lovely photos are credited to their photographer, Tanja Lippert Photography {Little Black Book Photographer} out of San Jose, CA and I just love how blissfully happy they both look in all of their photos. It has been such a pleasure for me to flip through all of their images!

Ashley and Christian wanted to create a really warm and inviting atmosphere, combining old world elegance with modern sophistication. No stone went unturned, from coordinated paper products with a custom wedding monogram to unique wedding favors, the bride and groom paid special attention to every small detail.

Rich colored flowers and seasonal red berries filled the room, guests sipped champagne and lined up at the potato martini bar.

Guests danced the night away to the tunes from the Grady Gaines Band. Favors were fabulous chili mix packets.

Everyone enjoyed both a delicious chocolate peanut butter groom’s cake and a white almond wedding cake.

The cakes were made by Little Black Book Vendor Susie’s Cakes & Confections … both of Abby’s sisters’ wedding cakes were created by Susie! You should SEE the incredibly beautiful cake gallery on her website. And to say her flavors are fantastic is a massive understatement!

Ashley and Christian departed under a spray of sparklers!

Congratulations Ashley & Christian! And thank-you Cyd for sending us these beautiful examples of the stunning invitations your so, so, so talented team creates at Bella Figura!

Additional Vendor Credits: Save-the-Date Cards, Programs, Welcome Packets, Thank You Cards by PH Designs (Printing) ~  Calligraphy by Blooming Quill ~ Flowers by Gaye Jackson Price,  Houston & Dallas, Texas 

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