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From Lovelee Affairs…Valerie and Paul got married on the most perfect September day, the weather was just right and the timeline couldn’t have gone any smoother. Our planning process was disrupted just two months before the wedding, a music festival was coming to town and would take over our venue for the weekend.  

Luckily, The Biltmore (An Atlanta Landmark) had an available ballroom so in just a few short weeks we were able to move the wedding, it turned out to be everything Valerie + Paul had wanted. The vision for the wedding was more traditional with sweet southern accents. We used a mix of silver and glass on the tables and decked the room with romantic candlelight. During cocktail hour, guests enjoyed spiked lemonade in mason jars – they were a HUGE hit. The entire room danced the night away to a fabulous local band, Ascension. 

Wedding Photography: Dana Eason Photography / Event Planning + Floral Design: Lovelee Affairs / Wedding Ceremony  + Reception Location: The Biltmore / Invitations: Paper Daisies / Bride’s Shoes: Stuart Weitzman / Wedding Cake: Eileen Carter Creations / Band: Ascension

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Post categories: Atlanta Weddings, Georgia Weddings, Traditional Elegance

Nisha and Jay were married in September ’08 at the Biltmore Estate. When you think of a tented reception, wow! Fit for royalty!

The colors used in this wedding are nothing short of extraordinary! Pairing the rich reds and corals with the golden orange hues is so beautiful.

All of the fabulous flowers were done by Blossoms at Biltmore Park. And the cake! LOVE the cake … by the Biltmore Estate bakers. The whole thing was planned by Little Black Book event planner, Nicole Riley at Verge Events. Oh my gosh … this was a fabulous celebration and the details were simply stunning.

Look at the way the placecards are arranged in a bed of crystal glitz! ADORE …

We just heard from Nisha ….

I did the invitation design myself. I found the images that I wanted to use (the paisley, etc), bought the rights to it, had a graphics firm do the layout on the stationery I chose, and used  The Baggie Goose to print the final pieces. If you’ll notice, the same motif is on the cake, the border of the bridesmaid saris, the placecards, the menu, and even projected as an image on the dancefloor! I really like branding, so I had a lot of fun with it.

The saris that these lovely ladies are wearing were purchased in India by Nisha’s mom. Nisha’s gown is designed by Lazaro.

Jay, the oh-so handsome groom, appears to be every photographer’s dream! The emotions on his face that Brian and Gry captured throughout the day are simply priceless.

Today’s elegant wedding ceremony took place in the Walled Garden at the Biltmore. The celebration that followed was in the Italian Garden. The Biltmore Estate is about as spectacular as it gets for a wedding venue! For more of Nisha & Jay’s wedding, take a look at their slideshow!

Brian, Gry and Nicole ~ truly brilliant! We feel very fortunate that you guys are part of our Little Black Book of select wedding professionals.

We started the day by telling you about what great people we think Brian and Gry  (a.k.a., Woodward + Rick) are. We feel it only fitting to close with a quote from their website that sums up their philosophy …

“Live with intention. Walk to the edge. Listen hard. Practice wellness. Play with abandon. Do what you love. Live as if this is all there is. Laugh!”

by Mary Ann Radmacher

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Post tags: Asheville, India, North Carolina, Paisley, Sari, The Baggie Goose, The Biltmore Estate, Verge, Wedding Cake, Woodward + Rick
Post categories: Cultural Beauty, Little Black Book Blog, Real Weddings, Wedding Photography, Wedding Planners & Designers, Wedding Style