Georgia Weddings

A glam garden wedding is tops on many a bride’s wish list, and Brumby Hall & Gardens fits the venue bill. But who even needs a dream venue when you have DIY expert parents to personalize your entire day? This lucky bride had all of the above plus a charming yellow jacket emblem throughout (a nod to her and the groom’s Alma Mater) and a chandelier topped Sugarplum Visions cake. See the sweet outdoor ceremony and homemade homages shot by Angela Wilson Photography here in the full gallery!

From Angela Wilson Photography… Lindsay and Matt make an adorable couple. They met going to school at Georgia Tech, where Matt was a basketball player. They used the mascot symbol of a yellow jacket throughout their wedding to personalize their details. The symbol is used on their invitations (on a wax stamp emblem), the bride’s purse, ceremony programs and even on the sparkler tags. Lindsay’s parents were an integral part of creating all the southern-style garden ceremony and reception details. Her father hand-built the pulpit, kneeling bench and front row pews for the outdoor ceremony. Her mother did everything from making the personalized entry chalkboards with rhinestone embellishments to hand-dipped white chocolate pretzels with sprinkles to create “love knots” for guest to take home. The flowers and cake were over the top as well. There were 10 layers to the cake made into four smaller cakes uplifted on a pedestal table with a chandelier on the top! The florist had every single detail covered in petals, from the brides hair to the aisle of rose petals during the ceremony and even the flowers draped down from the altar. The reception had flowers on every table with varying shapes and sizes and an oversized arrangement by buffet.

Wedding Photography: Angela Wilson Photography / Ceremony: Brumby Hall & Gardens in Marietta, Georgia (770-427-2500) / Reception: Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center in Marietta, Georgia / Reception Venue Contact: Beth Taja (beth.taja@hilton.com) / Floral Design + Cake Table: Britt Wood (jhbrittwood@gmail.com) / Wedding Day Coordination: Tracy Stovall (770-584-6947) / Officiant: Reverend Pam Drisell of Trinity Presbyterian Church / Wedding Invitations: Aerialist Press / Wedding Cake: Sugarplum Visions / Church Pew + Candelabra Rentals: Fleu de Coop Antiques / Ceremony Piano + Violin: Lark Chamber Music (larkduo@gmail.com) / Ceremony Guitarist + Vocalist: Breon Ford, A Groomsman / Wedding Dress: Martina Liana / Bride’s Shoes: Tory Burch / Bride’s Pearl Necklace: From Her Grandmother / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Snap / Bridesmaids’ Shoes: Nickles / Hair: Bass Hair Salon / Men’s Tuxedos: Black by Vera Wang

If ever there was a pretty pink and sophisticated wedding, this my friends, is it! I’m seriously drooling over all the gorgeous goodness from the pretty mercury glass centerpieces to the monogrammed ghost chairs, (hello fabulous!) to the cute as can be favors, this wedding is a girl’s dream come true! Christopher Confero Design seriously outdid himself and lucky for us, Arden Photography captured it all perfectly. Click here for even more!

Don’t miss this gorgeous film by Holloway Productions!

From Christopher Confero Design… This wedding was so meaningful to both the bride and me. We were best friends all through college and had been planning this event long before the groom came along! She went to Auburn, and he played football at UGA. (His boutonniere had trimmings from the hedges around the stadium!)

The day featured a flawless color scheme of pink and pewter with acrylic accents. We had their custom monogram utilized everywhere — a floor decal; monogrammed, hemstitched, linen napkins; all of the stationery; the ghost chairs and the favors. It was a wonderful piece of art that tied everything together.

Fabulous food and cake came from Soiree and Sweet Sensations. We passed late-night snacks at the end of the night — the sliders were the biggest hit! It was a wonderful night!

Wedding Photography: Arden Photography / Ceremony: Peachtree Christian Church in Atlanta, Georgia / Reception: The Biltmore Ballrooms in Atlanta, Georgia / Event + Floral Design: Christopher Confero Design / Wedding Planning: Ashley Baber Weddings / Catering: Soiree Catering and Events / Wedding Cake: Sweet Sensations / Wedding Stationery: Emily Ley Paper / Rentals: Event Rentals Unlimited / Lighting: Spectrum Entertainment / DJ: Adam Darby / Chair Vinyl Decal: Ten 23 Designs / Wedding Dress: Priscilla of Boston (Now Closed) / Bride’s Shoes: Kate Spade

When a celebration calls for color, opulence and tradition, Envi Event Planning delivers and this 200 Peachtree wedding is a big eye full of proof. This lucky bride wears two beautiful bright gowns, and Weddings InStyle made sure the classic white florals complemented the super tall ceremony space and the breathtaking views at the Ventanas reception. The Studio B Photography shot all the cultural creme de la creme, including the white horse drawn carriage (he is wearing  quite the getup, too), and we have the Three Ring Weddings video so you won’t miss a second! See all the best shots here in the full gallery!

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From The Studio B Photography… Rich with tradition and beautiful colors, Indian weddings are a feast for the eyes. Friends and family traveled from all over the world to celebrate Chetana and Alkesh’s marriage, and they all made the most of their time together. The events lasted for three days, and began with Chetana’s mehndi, which involves painting intricate designs on the bride’s arms and legs with henna. This sweet couple chose 200 Peachtree as the site for their wedding ceremony, a venue that was perfect for the 400+ guests in attendance. The modern and elegant mandap was fantastic! As Alkesh made his way down the street for the baraat, more than a few onlookers stopped to watch all of the fun. The celebration was so captivating that even those who weren’t invited couldn’t help but stare with amazement. Later that evening, the reception began at Ventanas, a gorgeous space with a wraparound view of the city and a helipad. The chic purple and blue tones of the room complemented the beautiful Atlanta skyline that was easily visible through the huge windows. The reception was a bit smaller of a crowd than the ceremony had been, and the entire evening was a blast! From the dance number Alkesh and his groomsmen surprised Chetana with to the stunning view of Atlanta lit up at night, the celebration was elegant and entertaining!

Wedding Photography: The Studio B Photography / Ceremony: 200 Peachtree in Atlanta, Georgia / Reception: Ventanas in Atlanta, Georgia / Wedding Coordination: Envi Event Planning / Floral + Event Design: Weddings InStyle / Wedding Cinematography: Three Ring Weddings / Groom’s Pre-Ceremony Venue: BAPS Mandir Atlanta / Makeup Artist: Toni Acey / Mehndi Artist: Elegant Henna

I’m not going to lie, planning a wedding is a lot of {fun} work. So, when I come across a bride who’s DIY savvy, I immediately have respect for her.  This bride has taken DIY expectations to the next level in planning a country wedding with so many charming characteristics to swoon over. This family farm style affair by Scobey Photography is swoon worthy alright, as are the beautiful blooms by Kimberly Nelson Flora. Fore more inspiration, head to the full gallery here.

Of course we couldn’t end this post without the sweet preview film from Artworks Wedding Cinema!

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A few weeks prior to the wedding I was so ready for it all to be over. After a year of planning I just wanted to be married. The wedding day came though and I was so relaxed and full of excitement. We had been planning for so long that everything was organized and everyone knew what their job was and where they needed to be when. There wasn’t a single thing to worry about. Man, did we have a blast! At the end of the night I was ready to do it all over again. Looking back on everything I can honestly say that I wouldn’t change a thing. All of our hard work definitely paid off and everyone had a wonderful time. I would marry my hubby all over again in a heartbeat!

Photography: Scobey Photography / Ceremony and Reception Location: Oakhurst Farms / Bride’s Dress: Allure Bridals / Bridal Salon: Bride Beautiful / Bride’s Veil: Taylor Clark Bridals / Bride’s Hair: Whitney Johnson / Makeup: Whitney Cook / Groom’s Suit: Men’s Wearhouse / Floral Design: Kimberly Nelson Floral Design / Caterer: A Little Taste of Home / DJ: MBS Entertainment / Videographer: Artworks Wedding Cinema

Get ready for some serious engagement session cuteness. The kind that (even if you’re already married) makes you want to grab you sweetheart and strike a pose or  two. Complete with a kissing booth, Coca Cola and one adorable duo – It’s sweet southern goodness in photo form captured perfectly by Peach Blossom Photography, and you can see even more right here!

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From Peach Blossom Photography…Atlanta is known for Coca-cola, the Georgia Bulldogs, and Falcons so the color scheme was easy – red & white! Here in Georgia, we also love the outdoors, running barefoot and our little sundresses. The inspiration for this shoot was to take the vintage concept of carnival kissing booths and old coke bottles and recreate them with a bit of whimsy in one of my favorite fields. We started with straight letters on the booth but a gust of wind knocked the letters crooked and I thought it just really added character. The lighting was perfect and the couple was so natural. Very little posing or direction was given. Samantha was the one who took her shoes off and hopped up on the picnic table. Jared with his five o’clock shadow, button down with the rolled sleeves, and big smile just screams southern boy. The whole session took less than 45 minutes to shoot because they made it so easy – laughing and having a great time!  I created the banner with a little bit of twine, spray paint, and card board hearts I bought at hobby lobby. I also bought the fun straws at Hobby Lobby. The couple took home an empty coke bottle to put on the shelf to remember the session! I can’t wait for their September wedding!

Photography: Peach Blossom Photography

We love e-sessions around these parts. When else can you get amazing professional images to capture such a special time in your relationship? Which is why we love, love, love them and especially this one, captured brilliantly by Carla Gates Photography. You can seriously feel the sweetness and love between this adorable couple. Click here for even more!

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From the Bride-to-Be… The way we met is actually pretty funny — we were working for competing companies! We both started in the pharmaceutical industry around the same time, and not only sold competing products but also shared all the same offices! And so the playfully competitive banter began. :) As we occasionally ran into each other, we would joke about who would to win our “friendly” competition and talk for as long as we could. I was always so excited to see him … and he gave me such a giddy, butterflies-in-your-stomach feeling that to his day has never gone away. We were friends for a long time before the fateful day when he asked me out to lunch, and as they say, the rest was history. We started dating soon after (and luckily no longer sold competing products), and I knew I had found the person God meant for me to spend my life with. On September 22, 2012, I am marrying my best friend and love of my life!

Photography: Carla Gates Photography / Location: Garden Hills in Atlanta, Georgia

A lush garden, a pop of color, the strum of a guitar . . . It’s the sweet and simple things in life that matter most and this wedding by Something Pretty is something pretty indeed! Thanks to this beautiful couple, yellow may be my new favorite color. Le Bonne Fleur created gorgeous floral arrangements that stand out against the gray and white tablecloth and you simply must see the sweetness of For Goodness Cakes. Treat yourself to the full gallery here.

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From Something Pretty Photography… This was a wonderfully simple wedding that was a perfect afternoon affair! It took place at the Botanical Gardens here in Atlanta, Georgia, and it could not have been a more perfect day. Their colors were yellow and gray, and the flowers were STUNNING — made by the amazing Le Bonne Fleur. The reception was inside a beautiful house on the grounds, and everything was just simple and elegant, from the dress to to table setting. I wish all of my weddings could be an afternoon wedding like this — there is something so wonderful and old school about it. 

Wedding Photography: Something Pretty Photography / Wedding Venue: Atlanta Botanical Garden in Atlanta, Georgia / Floral Design: Le Bonne Fleur / Wedding Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas / Wedding Programs: iheartpaperandthread / Catering: MetroFresh / Wedding Cake: For Goodness Cakes / Ceremony Guitar: Eric Larkins / DJ: Black Tie Events / Wedding Dress: Priscilla of Boston (Now Closed) / Bride’s Hair + Makeup: Van Michael Salon / Bride’s + Bridesmaid’s Shoes: Badgley Mischka / Groom’s Attire: Theory / Groomsmen’s Attire: Express

I can’t believe I’m actually admitting this to all of you but here goes: I’ve never seen Breakfast at Tiffany’s! I know, I know, I’m a terrible person but I have this thing with the TV that as soon as it comes on, I totally fall asleep. But I’m wide eyed and bushy tailed over this e-session that was inspired by that classic film. Kate Belle did such an amazing job capturing this adorable couple and their sense of style that I think I have to go Netflix the movie now. See the rest right here!

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From Kate Belle… This engagement shoot took place on a rainy Sunday afternoon in Atlanta. When I first met Aubrey and Jonathan, I was struck by their classic style, so when we decided on the Biltmore Hotel as the venue for their engagement session (also where their wedding will be in October), my mind naturally gravitated to another Aubrey — Aubrey Hepburn — and from there, to Breakfast at Tiffany’s. The light, the rain, their clothes (right down to the trench coat), the iconic Biltmore Hotel, and of course, Aubrey and Jonathan’s chemistry and style really all came together on the day to make this shoot something magic.

Photography: Kate Belle / Venue: The Biltmore Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia

This super awesome loft wedding by B. Moore Events is the perfect Atlanta celebration.  Urban and modern, romantic and whimsical, it captures the very essence of a contemporary, southern soiree.  Lucky + Lovely adorned the chic space with beautiful, berry-hued details, fun paper goods and charming floral arrangements in mismatched bottles taking this fresh fête to a whole new level of gorgeous!  Something Pretty Photography definitely captured all the pretty here! See it all in the full gallery!

And don’t miss this lovely film by Artworks Wedding Cinema!

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From the Bride… Not only are “Back to the Future” and “Sex and the City” our favorite movies, they are also an awesome description of Wayne and I. Classic, laid-back and conservative meets eclectic, modern, perfectionist! I knew that our wedding had to reflect our styles. After my idea of a dream wedding (eloping in Las Vegas) was vetoed, I knew I needed to find a venue that would match our art gallery theme and that would give our out-of-town guests a true feeling that they were in Atlanta. When I stepped into the modern, loft located two blocks from the Georgia Dome, I knew I had found our venue.

Melanie Hernquist with Lucky and Lovely transformed the loft into a sophisticated and vibrant gallery, including floral design, signage and personal photos of Wayne and me. After shooting my bridal shower pole dancing class, I was confidant Erin Brauer of Something Pretty Photography had the talent and creativity to capture our wedding perfectly. Shaundra Anderson with B. Moore Events did an outstanding job keeping my many vendors organized and keeping my inner bridezilla contained.

The day was exquisite — we started our first look photographs at the W Midtown. I still have butterflies reminiscing about the moment Wayne turned to see me for the first time in my wedding dress. Before the ceremony, we were able to sneak away for more pictures at one of our favorite places in Atlanta: Piedmont Park. I remain overwhelmed with love remembering all of our closet friends and family in one room to celebrate our romantic and intimate wedding ceremony. Following the ceremony, guests dined on butler-passed tapas, several stations prepared by Chef Mark at the Loft at Castleberry Hill and a decadent dessert bar courtesy of Highland Bakery. One of my favorite memories of the night was looking into Wayne’s eyes during our first dance to Chrisette Michele’s “Love is You” as he gently kissed my forehead. It’s amazing how I can still feel the warmth and love that surrounded us as I look at our wedding pictures — simply precious.

Wedding Photography: Something Pretty Photography / Wedding Venue: LOFT at Castleberry Hill in Atlanta, Georgia / Wedding Coordination: Shaundra Anderson of B. Moore Events / Decor: Lucky + Lovely / Wedding Cinematography: Artworks Wedding Cinema / Catering: LOFT at Castleberry Hill / Wedding Cake: Cakes by La’Meeka / Dessert Bar: Highland Bakery / Wedding Invitations: Sandi Spells Design / DJ: Fonix Entertainment / Band: Daysahead / Transportation: Atlantic Limousine & Transportation / Photo Booth: OMG Booth / Wedding Dress: Mori Lee

Barnsley Gardens Resort is setting the stage this morning for the beautiful wedding of two lovebirds, and I have a feeling you’ll be thanking LibbyPhoto by the end of this post for bringing us so much pretty. Ashley Baber Weddings made sure every little detail was covered making for a beautiful day for two beautiful people –  and you can see more of this pretty party in the full gallery of images!

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From the Groom… I knew that I loved Laurine the night she approached me through a crowd to introduce herself. Although we didn’t start dating officially for 4 months, I knew I wanted to be with her, and very soon after we started dating, I knew I was going to marry her. I have a bit of a traditional streak within me, so I wanted to ask Laurine’s father for his blessing before I “officially” asked her to marry me. The challenge with that was he literally lives on the other side of the planet in Taipei, Taiwan! So I began the process of planning a trip to Taiwan to meet the man who would become my BaBa. I found the ring design and began THAT process, which is it’s own special challenge. Laurine is quite picky, so prayer was the key. I trusted Spirit to lead me to the perfect ring for her, and it did! I then made the trip to Taiwan, and met my new family-to-be. My BaBa to be (seemed) to avoid me for almost the whole time I was there, and finally two nights before I left, he made time to have a conversation with me. I am not sure if it was so much of a conversation as an inquisition, which lasted for an hour and a half and was quite intense. But in the end I was given his blessing. My Love for Laurine is unwavering, so I knew nothing was going to stand in the way. No obstacles, just opportunities!

I had been carrying the ring around in my pocket for a week, and I wanted the right opportunity to ask her to marry me! I felt pressured with time, and now it was my last day in Taiwan. Before we went out to spend some time in Taipei, I asked Spirit to show me the right and perfect place to ask her to be my wife. We were at the Chang Hei Shek memorial hall having a conversation sitting on the grass under a tree. She was worried that the time I had spent with BaBa was too much for me and that maybe I was having second thoughts. I told of course I wasn’t and she asked if I loved her. I said yes, and asked her if she really needed to know that I loved her. She said yes, and then I asked her again, and she replied louder with another yes this time. I asked her once more, and she practically screamed at me YES! I then dropped to my knee, pulled out the ring and asked her to marry me. She said “Oh my God, are you asking me right now?!” I replied yes, and then she said “Yes, I will marry you! ” Then came the real challenge. Planning a multi-continental wedding in two months. We had family coming from China, Taiwan and Los Angeles! The first few weeks were a lot of fun actually, and then it became stressful. We had Ashley Baber from Ashley Baber weddings as the lead, but we still did a lot. Ashley did an amazing job and was so wonderful on the wedding day that I just can’t say how thankful I am for her. I did a lot of the planning and negotiating personally, which was fun. I think that if the IT thing doesn’t work out I can be a wedding planner (not really).

From the Bride… How do I even begin to describe Scott and our relationship?! We have great connections, wonderful and authentic communications. He is one I know I will learn and grow with; one has the determination and capability to overcome hardships and create an extraordinary life with me; one who makes my heart swell with love, happiness, innocence, butterflies and laughter; one who Sees me, challenges me to evolve and inspires me to love! I feel grounded, supported, special and very loved when I’m with him. The way Scott treats me and our relationship has made me believing in true love again! My heart is filled with gratitude for the universe to have brought Scott into my life. I am very happy, excited, and grateful to have found such a wonderful partner to be walking the path and spending the rest of my life with! : )

Wedding Photography: LibbyPhoto / Wedding Venue + Catering: Barnsley Gardens Resort in Atlanta, Georgia / Wedding Planning: Ashley Baber of Ashley Baber Weddings / Floral Design: Twelve / Wedding Invitations: Paper Daisies Stationery / Wedding Cake: Baker’s Man Inc. / Music: Lou Guzzo of Spectrum Entertainment / Wedding Dress: Sophia (A Wedding Dress Store in Taipei, Taiwan) / Hair + Makeup: The Moore Agency / Groom’s Suit: Hugo Boss

What do you get when you mix out of this world gorgeous florals by Amy Osaba Event.Floral.Design and the crazy talented eye of Carla Gates Photography? Give up? You get a beyond romantic, totally flirty, feminine, and utterly swoon worthy wedding, just like this one. We’re super excited to share this and know that you’ll absolutely fall in love with each and every detail and then some. Click here for even more.

Watch this gorgeous film by Artworks Wedding Cinema to see this beauty come to life!

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From Carla Gates Photography… Tracey and Brian’s wedding day was simply divine! Not only are these two incredibly sweet together, but they also both have such wonderful families that are so full of love. It is truly a blessing to be around! Having chosen the Georgian Terrace as their venue, as well as a team of fantastically creative and talented individuals to add to the alreadythorough planning done by Tracey and her mom, I knew it would be a dream to shoot! As you will see, the floral designs done by Amy Osaba were to die for and the cake was positively gorgeous! They had Amanda Keller as their wonderful day-of planner (I can’t recommend this enough!) and a fantastic team from The Georgian Terrace that did an amazing job not only putting it all together, but helping us throughout the day! As a cherry on top, A-town A-list provided incredible music and entertainment for what was one of the best parties I have ever seen! It was such a pleasure to take part in such a special day for these two!

From the Bride… After our engagement, Brian and I initially started planning a small destination wedding. Right before we were going to put down a deposit at a venue, a friend of mine told me that she would never forget the feeling she had when the church doors opened at her wedding and she was surrounded by all the people she loved. That description stuck with me, and ultimately Brian and I decided we wanted to share our wedding day with all of our closest friends and family. In keeping with the initial vision, my mom and I set off to plan an “in-town” destination wedding weekend in our hometown of Atlanta, Georgia. We chose to have all of the wedding events – luncheons, welcome party, ceremony, and reception — on one block of Peachtree Street in midtown Atlanta. We wanted our guests to be able to enjoy all of the great food, attractions and night-life that Atlanta has to offer … without having to fight Atlanta traffic! We also incorporated the Atlanta city skyline into the design of our wedding stationery, including the table numbers that were replicas of notable Atlanta buildings and landmarks.

The wedding reception was held at The Georgian Terrace Hotel, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Brian and I loved the mix of classic architecture and modern interior design. I did not want to feel tied to a strict color scheme, so we chose bridesmaids’ dresses in a light petal pink that allowed us to use a cheerful palette of bright sherbet colors combined with mixed metallics for our flowers, linens, and paper details. Before the wedding, we said that all the hard work we put into planning would be worth it if our guests stayed on the dance floor until the band played their last song … and they did!  The neon sunglasses we gave out were a huge hit with our guests and really helped to get the party started. Throughout the year of planning, I worked closely with my mom, our floral team and the event coordinators at The Georgian Terrace. It was truly a group effort! Our photographer was one of my favorites who also happens to be a high school friend of mine, and we could not be happier with how she captured all of the special moments we remember from that day.  The entire weekend was magical, and the reception was a blast for us and our guests. We loved every minute of it!

Wedding Photography: Carla Gates Photography / Ceremony: Lutheran Church of the Redeemer in Atlanta, Georgia / Reception + Catering: Georgian Terrace Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia / Venue Event Coordination: Dana Kicklighter, Hannah Bradley + Ashley Dulgarian / Wedding Day Coordination: Amanda Keller / Floral Design + Decor: Amy Osaba Event.Floral.Design / Wedding Cinematography: Artworks Wedding Cinema / Wedding Cake: Frosted Pumpkin Gourmet, Inc. / Wedding Invitations + Paper Goods: Erica Loesing / Linens: La Tavola / Band: A-town A-list / Wedding Dress: Melissa Sweet for Priscilla of Boston (Now Closed) / Bride’s Shoes: BHLDN / Bride’s Hair + Makeup: Raney O’Keefe / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Melissa Sweet for Priscilla of Boston (Now Closed) / Bridesmaids’ Shoes: Badgley Mischka / Bridesmaids’ Hair: Lisa Dale of Studio Philisa

First things first, I am OBSESSED (all caps) with the Sue Wong frock this Bride-to-be is rocking. It’s peacock perfection – which is fitting since their upcoming wedding designed by B. Moore Events just happens to be themed around exactly that, peacock. Of course every image captured in this stylish session by Scobey Photography is just as frame-worthy as they come – and you can see it all in the full gallery of images!

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This was a fun engagement shoot done by Scobey Photography. The couple has a peacock theme for their wedding day, so the bride’s dress seemed only fitting! :)

Photography: Scobey Photography / Location: Atlanta, Georgia / Planning + Design: B. Moore Events / Bride’s Feathered Dress: Sue Wong

Goodness gracious, we love a good ballroom wedding. And a ballroom wedding overflowing with understated southern style? That’s an instant winner in our books. The Studio B Photography is prettying up our computer screens with such a soiree today and we couldn’t be more delighted. The pretty doesn’t have to stop here though – there’s more southern style to soak up in the full gallery of images!

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From Rebecca of The Studio B Photography… There’s something special about a well-decorated, elegant ballroom wedding. It is so classically beautiful you can’t help but love it! Such is the case with Kate and Erik’s wedding, which took place at the historic and gorgeous Georgian Terrace in Atlanta. Meticulously styled by Jade Lee of Lovelee Affairs, the focal point of the wedding was the stunning estate table that sat the bride, groom and their bridal party. The decor was highlighted by the historic architectural detail of the Georgian Terrace, sky-high centerpieces and a beautiful cake made to mimic the soft, ruffled fabric of bride’s dress. Kate and Erik made time after their ceremony to swing by their midtown condo and take a few photos with their beloved Golden Retriever, Jackson. Jackson donned a black bow tie for the occasion and grinned happily as he posed for photos with his mom and dad. The wedding guests danced all night to the tunes of The Flavor Band and donned hats from The Varsity as a late night snack was delivered.

Wedding Photography: The Studio B Photography / Ceremony: First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta in Atlanta, Georgia / Reception: The Georgian Terrace in Atlanta, Georgia / Wedding Coordination + Styling: Jade Lee of Lovelee Affairs / Floral Design: Lovelee Affairs / Wedding Cinematography: James Futch / Wedding Cake: Sweet Sensations / Late Night Snack: The Varsity / Wedding Stationery: Paper Daisies Stationery / Band: Flavor Big Band / Event Rentals: Event Rentals Unlimited / Linens: I Do Linens / Transportation: Georgia Trolley Services / Wedding Dress: Kelly’s Closet / Bride’s Shoes: Badgley Mischka / Bride’s Hair + Makeup: Van Michael Salon

I’m just going to start off this pretty little post by telling you that this stunning bride and groom are seriously BEYOND AWESOME. (Yep, beyond awesome in an all caps kind of way.)  Not only are they self-described “silly” people, but their wedding was filled.to.the.brim with so much loveliness, it’s almost hard to believe it’s true.  I’m talking pumpkins, DIY details and a reading from “The Wonder Years.” Amazing, no?!?  Thankfully, (once like a spark) photography captured all of the downright cuteness and there’s an entire gallery just waiting to be loved, loved, loved.  Join me there for more.

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And a sweet film from Rodinis Films to wrap up the day…

From the Bride… Ted and I are silly. We do silly dances and wear lazy pants. We eat too many cookies, we like old timey stuff, and we have a merry group of weirdo friends. We wanted our wedding to be a reflection of all of these things, including our really good hairdos.

On October 8th 2011, it all came together. We believe with all our hearts that the perfect fall weather was a gift from our dads, who both sadly passed away many moons before we even met. But thanks to them, the sun was perfect as my nine-year-old nephew walked me down an aisle lined with pumpkins, mums and hay bales, all of which Ted and his best men set up two hours before putting on their fancy suits. Our tiny friend with a mega voice sang “Wouldn’t It Be Nice” by the Beach Boys as my dress swished back and forth like a bell. I joined Ted under a trellis where our dear friend Bronkar (who is married to the tiny friend with a mega voice) married us in his first ceremony since becoming the world’s only ordained beat-boxing minister. My friend Karen read an excerpt from “The Wonder Years” while Ted’s friend Joe read a rousing rendition of “Thunder Road” by the one and only Bruce Springsteen. And just before our vows, we made our congregation stand and do a silly dance with us to lighten the mood just in case things got serious. And then it happened — we were pronounced husband and wife. And then we kissed and hugged and cried and got the dickens knocked out of us with birdseed.

We rented out a super neat restaurant called Parish for the reception. And we decorated the place ourselves. The tables were filled with sunflowers, daisies, mums, pumpkins and tiny green army men. We served a Southern menu that included fried chicken and a mac and cheese bar. We had a couples dance for all of our recently wed friends. The same nephew who walked me down the aisle gave an amazing speech that included the real reason he loves me: I am his personal homework help line. Ted sang with all his might. Bronkar and his wife serenaded us with song. We gave away favors of Little Debbies and balsa wood airplanes. And then at 2 a.m., the party was over, and our faces hurt from smiling so hard. Nothing quite captures the day like our lovely film from the wonderfully bearded Ryan Rodinis.

Wedding Photography: Carla of (once like a spark) photography / Ceremony: Winn Park in Atlanta, Georgia / Reception + Catering: Parish Food & Goods in Atlanta, Georgia / Day-Of Coordination: Mandy of Ashley Baber Weddings / Bouquets: One Rose Florist & Gifts / Officiant: Bronkar Lee / Wedding Cinematography: Ryan Rodinis of Rodinis Films / Wedding Invitations: DIY by the Groom / Ceremony Music: Cyndi Harvell Lee / Wedding Dress: Custom by Chaviano Couture / Bride’s Hair Accessory + Shoes: BHLDN / Hair + Makeup: Raney O’Keefe / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: J.Crew + Stop Staring / Groom’s Suit: Brooks Brothers / Wedding Website: Wedding JoJo

If I were to go on a tangent listing all the reasons why this wedding captured by Melissa Schollaert Photography is just be-YOND, this intro would take up the entire SMP front page. No lie. It’s why I can’t even start, because the minute I listed my favorite detail crafted by this oh so talented interior designer Bride, I would then be forced to list another. So instead, my lovelies, my Pinterest account is going to be overflowing with every.single.image in the full gallery, and I will be hanging out in the comments all morning to see what you love most. Because, trust me with all your wedding-loving heart, you are going to LOVE this wedding.

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From Melissa of Melissa Schollaert Photography… Lisa is an interior designer, and her modern and elegant style really showed through in her wedding design. A fresh green, gray and white palette was just enough modern elegance to contrast nicely with the old, historic King Plow Arts Center. Her modern signage by Hi Note and all-white, textured cake by Frosted Pumpkin really stood out against the rough, brick walls of the building. Their food really reflected both the bride’s and groom’s roots — Southern specialties such as biscuits, macaroni & cheese and fried green tomatoes showcased the bride’s roots, while Latin specialties such as asada flank steak and Spanish rice highlighted the groom’s heritage. The couple really got creative when it came to the reception — the head table was decorated with thousands of white hydrangeas that spilled of of the table and on to the floor. The bride’s Dad engineered an entire cable system that was attached to the ceiling structure above the dance floor and held hundreds of small terrariums filled with candles and fresh orchids. Everything was just so fresh and so fun, just like the couple!

From the Bride…Nelson and I met the summer of 2008 at a party I threw at my house and we were introduced by a friend of Nelson’s – we hit it off instantly. We had summer of dinner dates, fun nights out dancing and a lot of good laughs. I fell for Nelson immediately for his sense of humor and outgoing personality. We really became best friends – I think the mutual love, trust, and respect for each other is what got us through rough times and made the good times so special. We bought a fixer upper house together in 2011 and we put our blood sweat and in tears into transforming the old house into our home. Two months after our purchase Nelson proposed to me in our new kitchen, a memory we will cherish forever.

The planning of the wedding came quite naturally and developed in an organic way. Being that Nelson and I were both born and raised in Atlanta, we wanted our city to play a major role in the theme. We chose King Plow Arts Center for several reasons, one because of the history of the building , and two because it had such a unique look and feel to the space. I instantly had a vision of bringing together a simple modern look and a classic vintage feel. Most importantly we wanted the design of the wedding to be “us”.  Nelson and I decided on nearly every detail together and it was a very fun experience for us – our goal was simple we wanted our guests to have the time of their life and to create a memory for them through the event.  Through the amazing vendors we pulled together and the help and support of family and friends it came together just as we had imagined.

I have to take a moment to discuss where everything came from and who worked the magic behind the key design details of our wedding. While I drew on my interior design background to come up with all the schematics and design the event, it would have been nothing without my family – especially my amazingly talented mom. She is a fabulous florist in Madison, GA and has been hugely successful in her venture there and the weddings she has done etc – but of course this wedding was different. Because it was her youngest daughter’s wedding and because it was a slight departure design wise from the weddings she is usually commissioned to do. We had many meetings with her and my aunt, who played the role of wedding planner, and it didn’t take long for my mom to get behind the modern simple look I was going for.  She took my ideas and ran with them and the finished product was above and beyond my wildest hopes or expectations. If I have to choose my favorite floral feature, which is really difficult, I believe I would have to go with my stunning orchid bouquet that my mom surprised me with. I gave her several ideas and options and told her to surprise me the day of with the one she felt like was most “me” and she knocked it out of the park. The bouquet was like nothing I had ever seen before and it was truly breath taking.  Aside from just my mom my whole family came together to make the event over the top – my sister individually embroidered 180 napkins, my dad engineered  and implemented the hanging glass globes, my aunt and her husband did the specialty gobo lighting, my other aunt as I mentioned was our fantastic wedding planner. This made us feel so loved and brought such a personal touch to our day, not to mention saved our budget!

At the end of the day the event went off without a hitch – literally. Everything went as planned and everything was wonderful. The space looked gorgeous. The food and drinks were beyond delicious and the Bold American staff was a joy to work with. Our cake was outstanding. All the paper design tied the whole feel of the event together. We danced the night away to our favorite songs. Our families and friends joined together and bonded and had a complete blast. It was truly the best night of our lives!

One piece of advice that I was given and I remembered on my wedding day that I would like to pass on to bride’s to be – Be present on your big day. It’s easy to get caught up in the madness of the day and get carried away and let the time slip by. But remember whatever is going to happen will happen – so sit back relax and take it all in. Oh and get an amazing photographer like we did who will capture your big day exactly the way it felt so you can relive the moments you might not remember!

Wedding Photography: Melissa Schollaert Photography / Wedding Venue: King Plow Event Gallery in Atlanta, Georgia / Floral Design: Le Petit Jardin / Decor: Designed by the Bride + Assembled by Le Petit Jardin / Wedding Cake: Frosted Pumpkin / Wedding Stationery: Hi Note / “Here Comes The Bride” Sign: Funki Folk Art / Photo Booth: Photobooth Phun / Photo Booth Props + Signs: The Manic Moose / Wedding Dress: Jasmine Couture via Wedding Angels / Bride’s Shoes: Kate Spade / Bride’s Veil: Tessa Kim / Bride’s Fur Bolero: Jacks Piggy Bank / Hair: Christine Lopez of NY Bridal Hair Styles / Makeup: Amanda Ford of Lace Cosmetics / Bride’s Hair Comb + Bridesmaids’ Earrings: Dana Castle / Bridesmaid’s Dresses: Jim Hjelm via Wedding Angels / Flower Girl + Ring Bearer Attire: Kids Formal Wear / Men’s Suits: Jos. A. Bank / Men’s Ties: Express Men / Chiavari Chairs: Goodwin Event Rentals

I am constantly in awe and amazed by the creative ways our couples express and celebrate their love.  This “Love Floats” session captured by Gracie Blue Photography is one of the most adorable I’ve seen.  A fun, modern balloon shoot kicks everything off in Atlanta followed by a romantic hot air balloon ride for two!  So sweet!  See the entire perfect day in the full gallery!

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From Gracie of Gracie Blue Photography… Matt wanted to propose to Christina on a hot air balloon. But due to inclement weather he was unable to do so. They decided to incorporate the idea into their engagement session. The theme of this session was “love floats.” The two are perfect for one another. Shooting this two part engagement session was a dream. Whenever I needed a sweet smile from Christina, all I had to do was mention Matt and how she felt the day he proposed. She immediately lit up. Matt was really sweet on her as well. He’s got that old fashioned charm — a real gentleman who looks after his lady in every situation. It was very refreshing.

The first part of the session was shot in Atlanta, Georgia at the High Museum of Art. We had balloons on hand and a bottle with their wedding date, which I painted by hand. We then hurried over to a nearby bridge that had the Atlanta skyline in the background and magic happened. I popped out my instant camera for a few souvenir goofy shots. The second half of the session took place in North Georgia in a field. The miniature bottle was also crafted by me. It has the word “cheers” on it as a nod to Matt and Christina. They say “cheers” before each and every meal. It’s their “thing,” and it’s quite adorable. The “LOVE” balloon sign was also made by me. I have a background in graphic design.

They were both quite nervous before the big flight on the balloon. They walked around and inspected the balloon and looked up as the balloon and a neighboring balloon filled up. We took a few shots of some love notes they’ve collected during their relationship. They were both very excited. The thing that stood out the most that afternoon was the way Matt held her before the balloon took off. And that’s when it all came full circle — Love floats!

Photography + Props: Gracie Blue Photography / Indoor Location: High Museum of Art in Atlanta, Georgia / Hot Air Balloon Vendor: Balloons Over Georgia

When it comes to fabulous fashion sense, this stunning Atlanta bride has GOT IT.  As in, she should definitely teach a class on bridal style, because we will most certainly be saving every.single.one of these images for future use GOT IT.  Yep – the girl has some serious style.  And when you pair her stunning Jasmine Bridal gown and oh-so-chic Kate Spade necklace with a wedding that is out-of-this-world sophisticated and images by Heidi of Our Labor of Love that are so devastatingly gorgeous they’ll stop you in your tracks, well.  Now we’ve GOT IT.  See it all here.

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From the Bride… I firmly believe that Atlanta is biggest small town out there. Daniel went to UNC and I went UGA for undergrad, and when we met in Atlanta five years after graduation we had no idea that our circle of friends overlapped in so many ways. Given that our friends and family are not scared of having a good time, we knew our wedding would not be a disappointment no matter what planning decisions we made.   

I had always figured I would have a Charleston wedding after spending all my summers growing up at my grandparents house on King Street, but after one millisecond of planning I realized there was no way I could juggle work and planning a destination wedding. Therefore my requirements were that my venue had to be a part of Atlanta’s history and full of southern sophistication. The solution: The Georgian Terrace Hotel. The art deco tile in the cocktail foyer literally screamed my name when I first visited. Early on I knew my absolute favorite part of the planning was going to be the invitations. I have a major stationery addiction and Callie at Calliespodence (who is also a friend from college) designed the most gorgeous wedding invitations that included a custom liner made to perfectly match our reception table runners.

When we chose a January date, I was elated that I finally had the right occasion deserving of my grandmother’s vintage fox stole. Little did I know that I would wake up on our wedding day to 75 degree temperatures and tornado warnings. Surprisingly, I was extremely calm about it all! Luckily the rain stopped and clouds parted right before pictures. My style is simple, classic, and southern, and our priority was that our wedding was not a complicated affair. Our ceremony was the kind where everyone (including me and Daniel) laughed and cried — it could not have been more “us” or more perfect. I was a bride on a budget and joked that my wedding planner was anyone who was willing to help! Fortunately one of my close mentors also happens to be a very talented Atlanta hostess and designer who, along with giving me wonderful advice, loaned me her classic black and cream toile tablecloths, which set the stage for everything else. My sweet mother-in-law sewed additional custom runners for the tables, and Denise at TruSo Weddings did a beautiful job understanding my unique request for paperwhites and boxwood centerpieces. Our cake was delicious and although I’m biased, I think it the best I have ever had. My goal was for people to dance, and they did — all night, literally — right down to my 84-year-old grandmother refusing to leave the dance floor. My favorite detail was our end of night favor: hot and fresh Chick-fil-A chicken biscuits. Nothing is better than a hot chicken biscuit after a night of champagne and dancing! The best part of the wedding is that both Daniel and I had the BEST time and enjoyed every second. All in all, I can honestly say there is absolutely nothing I would have changed or done differently. It was the perfect day!

Wedding Photography: Heidi of Our Labor of Love / Wedding Venue: The Georgian Terrace Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia / Floral Design: TruSo Weddings / Wedding Cake: Caryn’s Cakes (Now Closed) / Wedding Invitations: Calliespondence / Band: Michel Jons Band via EastCoast Entertainment / Wedding Dress Jasmine Bridal via Wedding Angels Bridal Boutique / Bride’s Cameo Necklace: From Her Great-Great-Grandmother / Bride’s Large Gold Necklace: Kate Spade / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Their Own / Bow Ties: Southern Proper

I am a huge flower lover but I don’t think there is anything more spectacular than a reception glowing with crazy amounts of candlelight.  The urban backdrop of this Atlanta wedding captured by Alea Moore Photography is ablaze in beautiful light from the floor to the ceiling creating the most romantic space.  Personal touches and darling, travel-inspired details pack a punch of personality throughout the incandescent celebration.  See it all in the full gallery!

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From Alea of Alea Moore Photography… Rosemary and Marc are both international, so their wedding was focused on bringing the places where they were from and have traveled to. Along with most of their guests who were from abroad. I felt indulged in culture throughout their day.

From the Bride… So many favorite parts of the day. But the best was probably seeing my two non-English speaking sets of parents getting jiggy with it on the dance floor! I have never seen my dad do more than the sixth-grade sway — ever! And just seeing all my friends and family enjoying themselves with the music and the food.

Wedding Photography: Alea Moore Photography / Ceremony: Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church in Atlanta, Georgia / Reception + Catering: King Plow Arts Center in Atlanta, Georgia / Event Planning, Floral + Event Design: Edge Design Group / Wedding Cake: Lia Balanag, A Friend / Band: The A-town A-list / Wedding Dress: Pronovias / Hair + Makeup: Makeup Couture / Tuxedo: Hugo Boss

I can get on this bandwagon and I bet my bottom dollar most of you will be on board too. It’s all about the lovely blend of nuptials and giving back to the environment; an Earth Day Wedding inspired shoot to be more exact. Estoria Social infused thoughtful details from itty bitty potted succulent favors to a locally grown menu and possibly the best detail of all, Trees Atlanta Kendeda Center, a local non-profit that served as a mighty fine backdrop for a wedding celebration. This is green, green love at its finest all captured by Robin Nathan Photography. See more of the shoot right here!

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From Jaimie of Estoria Social… A local non-profit with a mission to “protect and improve Atlanta’s urban forest,” Trees Atlanta plants trees in needed areas all over the the city and works to promote community involvement and provide education and conservation of existing landscapes. Its headquarters are located at the Kendeda Center in Atlanta’s historic Cabbagetown neighborhood. We imagined our bride and groom as volunteers who met while planting trees, bonding over their shared interest in conservation and greening their environment. The pair fell in love and set out to marry on Earth Day to honor their commitment to each other and to the environment. A large part of the inspiration for this shoot came from an art installation created by local Atlanta artist Brandon Ross situated at the center of the venue. The mirrored tree sculpture extends its branches over the center of the room, which, when combined with the center’s planted trees and organic greenscape, creates a perfect setting for a modern, yet natural reception theme. We focused on sourcing all of our materials, vendors, and food from local businesses and added DIY touches with a decidedly modern twist. The result was our “urban forest” theme, what we thought of as a new twist on a woodland wedding, combining symbols of the natural environment with contrasting, pizazz-worthy, modern accents.

Invitations and other paper goods were created by local stationer Becky Scheel in a “tree of love” theme.  Becky created a save-the-date and invitation featuring the couple’s “Earth Day” wedding date, and an RSVP card, map, details card, program, menu, and favor tag in the same theme, along with a beautiful, hand-stamped, botanical mailing envelope. Our couple set their ceremony in front of a tree in the venue’s beautiful back courtyard, as a symbol of their growing love and a reflection of the story of their meeting. Our bride wore the Lela Rose “Secret Garden” dress, which was generously provided by local bridal boutique Kelly’s Closet. After the ceremony, guests signed a wooden plank guest book and were greeted with signature cocktails in “happy” glasses. They snacked on hor d’oeurves from beloved local eatery and caterer Sun in My Belly Catering & Neighborhood Cafe and treats from Little Tart Bakeshop, all featuring local, sustainable (and yummy) ingredients. Each guest received a locally-grown, potted succulent as a favor to plant in their home garden as a reminder of our couple’s special day.

We designed a five-sided polygonal head table around the mirrored tree sculpture, matching the metallics of the sculpture with silver dinner plates and cutlery. Sprays of pale peach garden roses, colorful succulents, bright hellebore, eucalyptus, rice flowers and lots of foraged greenery crowned each two-top portion of the head table along with tea light candles in squat, decorative mason jars. Guest tables were also set with silver dinner plates and centerpieces made from recycled bottles and cans (soda bottles, wine bottles, soup cans and other previously-used glass containers), spray painted metallic chrome to match the silver of the tree sculpture. The guest table greenery reflected the estate tables with touches of peach garden roses, deep green leaves and succulents, accented by handmade hypertufa earthenware spherical and heart-shaped sculptures and tealights perched on little round tree cuts. Smaller succulents in handmade hypertufa pots sat atop each dinner plate as place cards. Later, the couple served ice cream from the Westside Creamery truck, a local purveyor of sinfully sweet, locally-sourced chilled goods, as a satisfying late night snack. The couple also used the ice cream truck later to escape in style at the end of the evening. 

Photography: Robin Nathan Photography / Venue: Trees Atlanta Kendeda Center in Atlanta, Georgia / Concept, Styling + Planning: Jaimie Cohen and Maggie Rentz of Estoria Social / Floral + Cake Design: Maggie Rentz of Estoria Social / Succulent Design + Styling: Kurt Straudt of Southeast Succulents / Invitations + Paper Goods: Becky Scheel of Pinto Bean Press / Catering: Sun in My Belly / Snacks + Desserts: Little Tart Bakeshop / Ice Cream Truck: Westside Creamery / Vintage Furniture Rental: Krista Janos of Blue Eyed Yonder / Wedding Dress: Lela Rose “Secret Garden” via Kelly’s Closet / Bride’s Shoes: Forever 21 / Hair: Salon Modello Atlanta / Makeup: Bella B / Groom’s Attire: His Own

How’s this for a perfect Monday morning?  A stunning bride and groom, a beyond gorgeous garden ceremony and a literal wonderland of exquisite blooms crafted by the oh-so-talented Edge Design Group.  Sounds fabulous, no?!?  Well, brace yourselves, SMPers, because that’s just the beginning of the pretty that’s flowing from this romantic Atlanta soiree – and with brilliant image after brilliant image captured by Nadia D. Photography filling the gallery, trust us, you’ll be swooning for days.  Click here for more.

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From the Bride… Judson and I are both pretty private people, and we knew wanted a very small, intimate group. So we decided to have our wedding at a remote venue, preferably in a garden setting. After searching for several months, we visited Barnsley Gardens Resort, and we both instantly knew that this was the place! Stacy Price, our coordinator at Barnsley, was tremendously helpful in insuring we got the wedding of our dreams. We wanted the entire wedding to very small, but very beautiful, unique and elegant. I wanted to be surrounded by flowers – very elegant and visually spectacular. Maxine and Garbrielle Mecca of Edge Design took my mental image of what I wanted and created an amazingly beautiful Barnsley Gardens Resort ceremony site, a cocktail reception site in the Historic Ruins, as well as the lavish and lush décor for the Dinner and Dancing Reception. Also, I did not want one large cake. I wanted something different, so we decided on 3 small but exquisite cakes, arranged on antique pedestals. Sharon Alexander of Sweet Sensations, Inc. was AMAZING!  The cakes were more than I dreamed of!

We decided to “swap” the sides for the seating at the ceremony. The Groom’s family was seated on the left; my family was seated on the right. This insured that each family could see the FACE of their child, rather than their back, as is the typical setup. It was a wonderful idea! It was especially meaningful to occasionally catch a glimpse of my family during the ceremony and see the joy on their faces! I wanted my own very special wedding gown, but I also wanted to honor my Mom by using hers in some way. Edge Design Group helped out by creating the most gorgeous table cloth, using lace from my Mom’s gown. This table cover was used at the cake table and was a very special tribute to my Mom. We also used one of the lace cuffs from her gown to wrap the stems of my bridal bouquet. So although I was not wearing my Mom’s gown, a part of it was with me throughout the entire ceremony. We wanted to have family photographs taken before the wedding, so that our guests would not have to wait so long at the cocktail reception. But we didn’t want to lose that unique, special moment when Judson and I first saw each other in our wedding finery. So Edge Design Group created the most unbelievable space for our “First Look.” They took the Bamboo Garden at Barnsley and turned it into a fairy tale garden spot just for the two of us … with an exquisite crystal chandelier and a beautifully-draped table for two with champagne, flowers and candles everywhere! A dream “First Look” beyond our imaginations!

One of the most touching moments was when we saw the “Family Photographs” table in the Ruins. My mom had brought my portrait that was painted when I turned two years old. She had borrowed Judson’s portrait that was painted when he turned four years old, and these portraits were hanging in the Barnsley Gardens Historic Ruins above the family photo table. My mom’s bridal headpiece and veil were beautifully draped over a corner of my portrait — this was an incredibly tender and touching moment!  And the most amazing thing of all is that Judson’s portrait and mine were painted by the same artist in exactly the same year (he was 4, I was 2, and he is 2 years older than me), using the same setting (seated on an ottoman) and framed in the exact same frames! It looked as if these portraits had been designed to be alike — but they were each done independently of the other, 22 years earlier!  Something tells us this was meant to be! FATE! Our first dance was to “Lucky” by Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat — they sum up our feelings exactly:  So lucky we’re in love with our best friend … so lucky we’re in love in every way!

Wedding Photography: Nadia D. Photography / Ceremony: Barnsley Gardens Resort in Atlanta, Georgia / Reception: The Historic Ruins at Barnsley Gardens Resort in Atlanta, Georgia / Event Planning + Coordination: Maxine & Gabriella Mecca of Edge Design Group + Stacy Price of Barnsley Gardens Resort / Floral Design: Edge Design Group / Wedding Invitations + Paper Goods: Ceci New York / Wedding Cinematography: Jose Ortiz Films / Catering: Barnsley Gardens Resort / Wedding Cake: Sharon Alexander of Sweet Sensations / Linens: Edge Design Group / Music: Mixed Company / Tent: Barnsley Gardens Resort /  Lighting: Maxine & Gabriella Mecca of Edge Design Group / Chocolate Wedding Cake Favors: Godiva / Wedding Dress: Monique Lhuillier “Amaranth” via Joan Pillow Bridal / Reception Dress: Anna Maier-Ulla Maija Couture “Fifi” / Bride’s Veil: Custom by Monique Lhuillier / Bride’s Shoes: Valentino / Hair + Makeup: Heidi Freeland of Formal Faces / Tuxedos: Custom / Wedding Rings + Engagement Ring: Ascot Diamonds