Tennessee Weddings

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The wedding colors were a lovely spring mix of lavender, blush pink, and dusty rose with light greenery to complement the soft palette.

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I was inspired by Lake Como, Italy, and French garden vibes. I loved the loose, organic, and garden aesthetic with soft spring colors, along with accents of golds and blacks. I was also just really digging different shades of green, so I tried incorporating different green accents where I could. The inspiration was romantic and whimsical.

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[field title=”Proposal Story”]Isaiah and I met on Hinge in 2023. We were honestly both very skeptical about getting back on dating apps as we both never had any luck and of course were hoping to meet one another organically in person. We both remember almost giving up and deleting the app when I liked one of his photos and we matched. We messaged for like 3 days on the app before he asked for my number and to talk on the phone. If you know me, I never give my phone number out that easily and absolutely dislike talking on the phone; texting is my jam. well i just felt in my gut that i should just do it anyways even if it wasn’t my norm. Our first phone call lasted almost 3 hours. We texted all day and would talk on the phone every night. We asked deep questions, talked about God, our goals and of course what we both wanted for our future. We talked on the phone for a whole month before having our first official date. we didn’t mean for that to happen but with my busy event schedule during the week and weekend and his busy work week and distance a month had passed we found a weekend that worked for the both of us. We had our first date at The Rutledge in Nashville. Had a yummy dinner then ended up going out to a random bar to dance. Hands down was the best date I had. After that we saw each other every weekend.[/field]
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The wedding gown was a beautiful floor-length satin gown by Wonders by Watters. The neckline added visual interest to the dress. The classic silhouette was understated and classic.

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The bridesmaid dresses were satin sage green dresses with varying necklines to complement each girl. Purchases from Babyboo Fashion complemented the soft spring colors. The elevated satin fabric added a beautiful shine in the glowing sun.

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The groom dressed in a black jacquard tuxedo with subtle floral patterns, while his groomsmen wore classic and sleek black suits. They posed with black sunglasses to give an editorial vibe.

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Cocktail hour featured light bites catered by The Grove Country Club that included a light spring salad, jalapeno watermelon, and grilled Brussel sprouts with sausage. Dinner was also catered by The Grove Country Club and featured classic southern comfort dishes like braised short rib, country-style mac and cheese, and BBQ chicken.

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The florals were curated by the bride and her team from Bloom 615, where she works as a florist. Her design and vision came to life when Bloom 615 created a ceremony space that felt like a curated garden scene, alive with texture and romance. The arch was asymmetrical, whimsical, and bursting with alliums, baby’s breath, garden roses, and trailing greenery in lavender, blush, and cream. The reception had candles in glass cylinders that flickered among sculptural florals in lilac, blush, and ivory. The place settings featured gold flatware, green ceramic chargers, and delicate porcelain plates with gold leaf detailing. Custom menus sat atop taupe linen napkins.

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The cheesecake factory made a beautiful, large, round cheesecake that was adorned with flowers for an Italian wedding vibe.

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The ceremony was peaceful and full of shared stories and experiences from the couple. They read bible verses and thanked God for meeting and being present in their love. The reception space lit up, and the mood shifted into a fun party vibe! The couple danced the night away.

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The send-off was magical. Guests lined the walkway with ribbons and glow wands as cold sparks exploded around the couple. Emily and Isaiah danced through the lights one final time, hand in hand, arms raised in triumph. It was electric, celebratory, and so fitting for a day that had honored everything they love most.

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From the bride: “I have no complaints whatsoever. Everyone saw my vision and brought it to life. It was such a fun experience to be in the bride’s shoes this time. As a person in the industry, it can be difficult to let go and let your team and other vendors take care of it, but thankfully,y I trusted that everyone would be able to execute the way I envisioned. And it was my magical day.”

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Photography: Ashley Ice | Film: Ashley Ice | Event Planning: Elliott Events | Floral Design: Bloom 615 | Cake: Cheesecake Factory | Invitations: Zola | Bridesmaids' Dresses: BabyBoo Fashion | Makeup: Indigo Beauty Collective | Hair: Indigo Beauty Collective | DJ: DJ Rock Steady | Tuxedo: Street Tuxedo | Venue: Grove Country Club | Venue: Grove Country Club | Bridal Dress: Luxe Bridal Nashville | Bridal Shoes: Gianni Bini | Content Creation: Ashley Ice | Designer: Bloom 615 | Dress Designer: Watters

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“I love color in all aspects of life, whether it be my clothes, home decor, and obviously when I started thinking about Joey and I’s wedding. I knew from the jump I wanted tons of color. The color palette was all shades of spring pastels, but I had my bridesmaids wear shades of light blue, green, and yellow. ” -Bride Delaney

“Garden Party/Colorful/Whimsical/Dreamy” Vibes. I pulled a lot from my style as inspiration for the wedding, as well as scouring Pinterest and TikTok to bring my visions to life. If you know me, I love a good statement piece (or pieces) in my outfits. I always tend to lean towards classic/vintage style with lots of pops of color and funky pieces, and I have a passion for curating my wardrobe and home decor. I’d say the inspiration for my wedding was a spring garden party with a southern flair. So between a few Pinterest boards and picking out florals and designs that Joey and I genuinely liked, everything fell into place from there.”

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“The fashion was very important to me, and I knew I wanted to have multiple outfit changes. I probably looked at thousands of white dresses while picking out everything I wore for the weekend. Shockingly, though my wedding ceremony dress was the easiest to pick out, I probably tried on less than 10 dresses total, and I chose mine at only the 2nd store I visited. I had dreams of wearing some sort of cape/tulle situation, and unfortunately for me, when I get an idea in my head, I have to execute it. I ended up finding this gorgeous tulle cape from Oliva Oceana Bridal on Etsy that was unreal. This look will probably be my favorite outfit I have ever worn in my life for the foreseeable future. I paired it with a Show Me Your Mumu white mini dress, Sam Edelman nude platform heels that touched the sky, and some big diamond statement earrings. It was a look.” -Bride Delaney

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“Joey wore a custom suit Friday night and a custom tuxedo Saturday for the wedding. He worked with Chris Blowers at Greiner’s Fine Mens Clothing to get all of his looks together. Of course, he paired everything with his favorite cowboy boots, Tecovas.” -Bride Delaney on Groom’s Attire

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Friday night’s rehearsal dinner featured focaccia, romaine salad, antipasto, lasagna, and a groom’s cake – traditional cannoli cake. The welcome party that followed offered guests passed arancinis, an antipasto station, and a cookie table showcasing mini cannolis, Italian sesame cookies, anisette sprinkle cookies, chocolate chip cookies, and Italian rainbow cookies as well as a celebratory bourbon and cigar bar by the outdoor fire pit. Green tomato thin pies, goat cheese and pear crostini, and oysters were passed after the ceremony during cocktail hour alongside the Bride’s favorite Aperol Spritz. A full bar was available all weekend long. The reception menu highlighted Lodge signatures – grilled hanger steak and buttermilk fried chicken served with Tennessee sourwood honey and jalapeno hot sauce. Brioche and jalapeno cornbread were served alongside house cultured butter and accompanied sides of apple salad, olive oil roasted potatoes, beet salad, sweet potatoes (with house yogurt, lime, and peanut), mac and cheese, slow roasted carrots, fresh green beans, and Southern favorite braised collard greens.

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Vibrant, over-the-top florals were chosen in shades of pastel accented with bright yellow, hot pink, and blue to create a whimsical and dreamy vibe from the ceremony to the reception space. Beneath the Sperry Tent, massive, live trees in lush green and pink drew the eyes upward, accentuating the beauty of the space and set the tone for a stunning spring garden party. Classic taper candles and a white and wood checkerboard dance floor created a storybook atmosphere for an incredible night of dancing and celebration!

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The three-tiered wedding cake (in classic white vanilla cake with Swiss buttercream) was decorated with a monochromatic floral pattern, perfectly accenting the whimsical floral design of the reception space.

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“The night before the wedding, we had to move the Welcome Party inside at the last minute because of bad weather. The entire day leading up to the ceremony, it was cloudy and looked like the sky was on the verge of opening up. At 4 pm, as the String Trio was playing “Here Comes the Sun” and I walked to the back of the aisle with my Dad, the clouds completely disappeared and the sun made a gorgeous appearance just in time for my walk down the aisle. Everyone in my life knows I am not a crier, so much so that there were running bets if I was going to cry down the aisle. For months, I told people, “There is no chance I will cry walking down the aisle.” As the sun came out and the rush of emotions hit, I cried. A lot. It could not have been more special.” -Bride Delaney

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“Last minute I decided to have one of my best friends, Lorin, do my makeup for the weekend. We have been friends for years and she did my makeup for high school prom 8 years ago, so this was really a full circle moment. I also flew in my hair stylists from Florida for the weekend. Alexis and her sister Ana do my hair, my mom’s, and my sister in law’s, so as extra as it seemed I am so happy we did this. I really feel like the getting ready time sets the vibe for the rest of the day, and I could not have gone into all the festivities in a better mood.” -Bride Delaney

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“Joey and I met a decade ago at a New Year’s Eve party our freshman year of high school. In the least cliche way, we are high school (and college) sweethearts.” – Bride Delaney on how the couple met

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Photography: Abigail Malone | Floral Design: Colby West Designs | Wedding Dress: The White Magnolia | Cake: Caitlyn Cox, Pastry Chef at RT Lodge | Stationery: Studio Ack | Hair: Shear Impressions Salon | Groom's Attire: Greiner's Fine Mens Clothing | Ceremony Music: Dogwood Strings | Wedding Venue: RT Lodge | After Party Dress: By Watters | After Party Shoes: Larroudé | Bridal Shoes: Badgley Mischka | Bride's Makeup: Lorin Lazzara Hutchinson | Bridesmaids' Makeup: Karenna Davis | Draping: Luma Designs | Groom's Shoes: Tecovas | Planning: RT Lodge | Reception Entertainment: The Opulence Band | Rehearsal Dinner Cape: Oliva Oceana Bridal | Rehearsal Dinner Dress: Show Me Your Mumu | Rehearsal Dinner Shoes: Sam Edelman | Rentals: All Occasion Party Rentals | Veil: Oliva Oceana Bridal | Wedding Dress Designer: Maggie Sottero

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Fresh pops of white, garden greens, sky blues[/field]
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“RT Lodge is truly a magical place. I am now the Director of Weddings and Special Events here, and planning weddings is what I thought my dream was until it was my turn to get married. Being an RT Lodge bride is the real dream come true! Growing up in Virginia and always missing home, RT Lodge was the first place in Tennessee I fell in love with – that gave me that warm, welcoming feeling of “home.” The idea of bringing my family and friends to this special gem was an absolute no-brainer. Year after year, I have seen the beauty in our grounds and the love and effort that goes into keeping the flowers and foliage so beautiful. I have always known that I wanted to get married at the Lodge, but specifically during summer, when the trees are lush and full of their natural beauty, and the gardens are bursting with color. Keeping all this in mind helped me hone in on an overall vibe for my wedding weekend – my wedding weekend was Garden Party themed!” -Bride Ali

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“Keeping with the ‘Garden Party’ theme, I chose to add florals into each of my wedding weekend outfits. I wore a short, floral frock with yellow and gold flowers and a hydrangea crown for my Welcome Party. My wedding gown by Ashley Grace Bridal was a timeless look with a twist – a classic sweetheart and flowing train, but in a stunning floral fabric. I accessorized with fun floral earrings and a monochromatic bouquet of white peonies.” -Bride Ali

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“For our Welcome Party, a whole pig roast was a must – a true taste of the South for our friends and family traveling from all over. Pre-ceremony, I hosted a “Rosé O’clock” for all of my closest friends! We danced, drank my favorite rosé, and the girls helped me put on my veil when it was time to head to the ceremony. For Cocktail Hour, we served my favorite Watermelon Bites and BLT Bites – something refreshing on a warm July day! For the Reception, we served our favorite Mexican-themed food from The Big Bad Taco Truck along with passed margaritas and local favorite ice cream, Cruze Farm!” -Bride Ali

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[field title=”Florals & Decor”]”My goal for the reception in the Sperry Tent was simply for the design to just feel like fun! I wanted live trees, Chinese lanterns, pops of color, lounge furniture with floral pillows, and a big unique bar. Colby West and his team did exactly this! They brought trees into the tent and added the lanterns to fill in the peaks of the tent. We also added the Chinese lanterns to the walkway path to the tent to give guests a “sneak peak” on their way to the reception! I picked fun linens that I have had my eyes on for years to make the space feel like me. I wanted cocktail tables everywhere to give off the mingling party vibe. We added uplight to the trees when the sun went down.” -Bride Ali[/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]”RT Lodge Pastry Chef, Caitlyn Cox, created the most stunning (and delicious) wedding cake for our reception. She pulled the sky blue color from other elements of my wedding design and created a beautiful floral pattern across the three tiered cake that looked like a painting! It fit the theme of the wedding perfectly and looked lovely styled with unique blue coupe glasses for our toast. We chose tiers of classic vanilla paired with pecan and cinnamon with cream cheese. Yum!” -Bride Ali[/field]
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“So many memories! From Thursday evening, Nick and I hung out with Chef Trevor while he stayed up all night to cook the Whole Pig for Friday’s party. Core memory!” -Bride Ali

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[field title=”Special Detail #2″]”Nick and I, along with my parents and sister, snuck away from Cocktail Hour to take a moment to see the Sperry Tent in its complete and beautiful state before the reception.
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“Having the Lodge being a place to have a weekend-long celebration, we got to truly spend time with our guests. Whether that was having breakfast, walking back to our rooms together, or simply sitting in a rocking chair with a glass of wine.” -Bride Ali

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Photography: Abigail Malone | Event Planning: RT Lodge | Floral Design: Colby West Designs | Wedding Dress: Ashley Grace Bridal | Cake: Caitlyn Cox, Pastry Chef at RT Lodge | Stationery: Meagan Titlow | Catering: Big Bad Taco Truck | Makeup: Jemez Horseon | Groom's Attire: Men's Wearhouse | Ceremony Music: Cliff Dorsey Music | Bridal Shoes: Lulu's | Ceremony Hair: Savannah Nine | Reception Entertainment: The Opulence Band | Reception Hair: Kelli Patten

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Pink (blush, magenta), lavender, soft yellow, green (lime, foliage)

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“Sam and I moved to New York from Tennessee a little more than two years ago, and drew inspiration for our wedding from street flower shops—we wanted unpretentious abundance, joy, and a celebration of spring. For our invitations, I found a vintage New Yorker magazine cover featuring a flower shop, and hand-illustrated a modified version, changing the title to “The New Parker” (Sam’s last name) and adding in some personalized details (like adding a bride and groom and our beloved pug, Mo). Various elements of the design were incorporated into our bar signs, table numbers, seating chart, and floral design. I also drew New Yorker-style cartoons depicting a few pivotal moments and core memories in our relationship (such as our first date over bowls of pho), and guests had the option to submit their captions on a display at the reception, which made the most hilarious keepsakes.” -Bride Lucy

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Lucy wore a trumpet-style wedding gown with delicate, feminine details in exquisite floral lace. She chose matching gloves to complete the look and a timeless cathedral veil. “While guests enjoyed cocktail hour on the patio, my hairstylist pulled my loose ceremony curls up into a clean bun, and I added my dress’s removable halter with its gorgeous, dramatic bow––a second look without the second dress!” -Bride Lucy

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“We were guests at a friend’s wedding at RT Lodge a few years before our engagement, and knew from the second we tried the Gulf Shrimp hors d’oeuvre that RT was the only venue on the vision board. Second to delicious food, our top priority was on-site lodging to allow for a full weekend of quality time with guests. RT Lodge, which typically operates as a resort and restaurant, is closed to the public on wedding weekends to exclusively serve guests of the bride and groom. (And, in our case, to kindly let us blare karaoke into the early morning hours.) Guests from across the country fell in love, just as Sam and I did, with RT’s impeccable Southern charm, idyllic grounds, locally sourced seasonal ingredients, and a staff equal parts talented and kind.” -Bride Lucy

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[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Abundant florals and fearless design choices set the tone for Lucy and Sam’s wedding. Pastel blooms were accented with lush green foliage and paired with lavender taper candles, velvet linens, and a classic black and white dance floor. The bar was wrapped in a floral print and created a fun, celebratory vibe paired with “The New Yorker” inspired paper goods designed by the bride.[/field]
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Lucy and Sam’s whimsical coconut wedding cake featured cream cheese pastry cream, Swiss buttercream, and toasted coconut and was a focal point at their reception – three tiers finished with a beautiful spring green icing and overflowing with fresh flowers!

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“Music played a huge role in our wedding. We had several guests tell us it felt like watching “a real life Romcom:” – I walked down the aisle to “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman” by Aretha Franklin – “Kiss Me” by Sixpence None the Richer crescendoed into our first kiss – “Stickwitu” by the Pussycat Dolls was our first dance, closely followed by an invitation to all guests to join us on the dance floor for Santana’s “Game of Love”” -Bride Lucy

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“Our cocktail napkins featured lines from real notes we had written each many years prior” -Bride Lucy

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“One of the most special moments of the entire day was surprising Sam with a letter that I wrote when we first started dating in 2018, with the hopes of someday giving it to him on our wedding day. We read our letters right before the ceremony, heightening the emotion of my walk down the winding tree-lined aisle, without a preceding first look. It was the first time in my life that I saw my dad cry (and he proceeded to cry all night!)” -Bride Lucy

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“We opted for a siblings-only wedding party, with Sam’s sisters on his side and my brother and sister on mine. Though we both invited all of our closest friends to get ready with us on the wedding day!” -Bride Lucy

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Photography: Jillian Adams Photography | Videography: Foraged Films | Event Planning: RT Lodge | Floral Design: Wither and Bloom | Wedding Dress: Eisen Stein Bridal | Stationery: (Bride) Lucy Fortune | Makeup: Ellie Michel | Hair: Effortless Beauty | Groom's Attire: My Suit | Wedding Venue: RT Lodge | Accessories: jennifer behr | Groom's Shoes: To Boot NYC | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Reception Entertainment: Big City Rhythm | Rehearsal Dinner Dress: Lanvin | Rentals: All Occasion Party Rentals | Tent Drapery: Luma Designs

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Midsummer greens, yellows, pinks, and brown, with a pop of icy blue and a rich summer red!

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“Once we decided on a date and location, the rest was easy! A midsummer wedding in the Tennessee mountains with a backdrop like RT Lodge… I mean, come on!! Most of my inspiration was pulled from nature – I wanted our wedding to feel organic to its surroundings, not like we tried to contrive a ballroom wedding in the middle of a field or place a New York bar under a tent. I hoped everything felt natural – like it could have been there all along. I am the youngest of three sisters in creative lines of work – thankfully, we are never short on inspiration! My family relocated to the UK a few years back, and every visit spurs more creative ideas. I love wild English gardens in the summertime and the thoughtfulness Europeans put into all that they do, and I wanted to mimic what we have learned over there in our wedding weekend as well.” – Bride Lucy.

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“When I put on the Demeter Gown from Markarian, I felt cute, fun, and like myself. Turns out I’m obsessed with the return of the drop waist! I also knew I would have a party dress but didn’t know what. I wanted something fun and different. My sister found the Johanna Ortiz sequin maxi about two months before the wedding, and it was a no brainer!” – Bride Lucy

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“I didn’t want my bridesmaids to wear matching dresses because I don’t like being told what to wear (LOL). I told them to ‘where whatever you want’ and it was so fun to see how things came together.” – Bride Lucy.

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“My gracious husband agreed to get married the weekend of his birthday. Friday was a full day that started with an amazing breakfast at RT Lodge and a full dining room of all our guests who stayed on the property. Most spent the afternoon exploring Maryville, golfing nearby, or venturing into the Smoky Mountains. We had a festive evening that started with an intimate and beautiful rehearsal dinner in The Morningside Room bar (my favorite room at the Lodge). We laughed and cried as we shared toasts over a Proper Summer Barbeque dinner. After dinner, all our guests were invited to the Lodge for Welcome drinks, dessert and live mountain instrumental music in celebration of Trey’s birthday!” – Bride Lucy Wedding guests enjoyed a full bar with signature drinks, margaritas and old fashioneds, on Saturday after a stunning wedding on the meadow, surrounded by the lush Tennessee woods. Fried gulf shrimp with remoulade and summer veggie flatbreads were passed as guests mingled before the reception. The delicious reception menu featured sourdough and chive milk rolls, North Carolina trout, prime hanger steak, and showcased the bounty of the summertime harvest with well-composed, seasonal sides such as heirloom tomato salad, watermelon salad, grilled summer vegetables, grilled sweet corn, apple salad, buttermilk mac and cheese, olive oil roasted potatoes, and country style green beans.

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“I am the youngest of three sisters in creative lines of work – thankfully, we are never short on inspiration! My family relocated to the UK a few years back, and every visit spurs more creative ideas. I love wild English gardens in the summertime and the thoughtfulness Europeans put into all that they do, and I wanted to mimic what we have learned over there in our wedding weekend as well.” – Bride Lucy

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The couple served a 12-layer cake sourced from Outer Banks that was sliced and passed to guests.

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[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]”The meadow provided a perfect summer backdrop for our ceremony accompanied with string music by Dogwood Strings. Trey kissed the bride, we transitioned to a quick cocktail hour back at The Main Lodge, and then into the Sperry Tent for our reception and dancing the night away with LoveStruck Party Band.” – Bride Lucy[/field]
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“Another special detail is that I did all of the paper elements myself! I’ve always been creative and knew from the beginning I would want to try to save on budget and design my own paper products and web design, but I didn’t want to sacrifice quality. I was working with a stationer at the time and decided to dive head first into the project. I loved getting to design every detail of my save the dates, invitations, and day-off materials like dinner menus, hand-painted hurricanes, bandanas that were passed out on the dance floor, and so much more! The cohesive experience was really important to me. I wanted our closest friends and family to experience something with each piece of paper they received in the mail, every time they navigated our website for travel information or recommendations, and, of course, throughout all the details of the wedding weekend. Turns out I may have a knack for this sort of thing! I launched my own business shortly after our wedding and am enjoying getting to help people curate a cohesive experience for their events from the very beginning.” – Bride Lucy

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“The most special part of our wedding weekend in my mind is having everyone in one place for the celebrations and all of the time in between! Having a venue like RT Lodge, where family and friends could be together morning, noon, and night, made our weekend so much more relaxing and allowed us to catch up with the people we love most. I often hear that during their wedding, the bride and groom won’t have enough time to properly say hello and catch up with everyone, but that wasn’t the case for us, and I am so grateful!” – Bride Lucy

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Photography: Hannah Mayson Photography | Videography: Magnolia Wedding Films | Event Planning: RT Lodge | Floral Design: Floressence Flowers | Invitations: Lucy Barfield Creative | Ceremony Venue: RT Lodge | Reception Venue: RT Lodge | DJ: Lovestruck Party Band | Groom's Attire: The Black Tux | Ceremony Music: Dogwood Strings | Wedding Venue: RT Lodge | Accomodations: RT Lodge | Beauty: Kelli Patten | Beauty: Donna Bruns Guttenburg | Bridal Shoes: Loeffler Randall | Bride's Dress: Markarian | Groom's Shoes: Tecovas | Location: RT Lodge | Rehearsal Dinner Venue: RT Lodge | Rentals: All Occasions Event Rental

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Soft pastel tones of sage, lavender, peach, and blue brought a dreamy feel to the celebration, with ample flowers adding to the enchantment. [/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]Inspired by summery colors and fresh flowers, Kelly and Tyler’s wedding was a garden party to remember! Kelly and Tyler tied the knot in an outdoor ceremony nestled in the venue’s botanical garden with special guests Kino and Archie, their two pups dressed in floral collars. (The two would later star on the cocktail napkins at the reception!) The reception hall spilled out onto a sun-filled terrace for guests to mingle, relax in the lounge areas, and grab a drink at the custom grey-latticed bar.[/field]
[field title=”Proposal Story”]Known as WILDCAT by his 8 million subscribers, Tyler’s YouTube gaming channel has evolved into a massive platform that sends him to gaming conventions far and wide. He met Kelly at one such event, and the two felt an undeniable connection that led to a year of long-distance chatting. One day, Tyler invited Kelly to visit him in Indiana. She agreed, driving out to spend two weeks getting to know each other. Everything was going wonderfully until Kelly’s car broke down on her drive home. Since it was Christmas Eve, she begrudgingly accepted that she’d spend Christmas alone in a hotel room. But as soon as Tyler heard, he flew her to his parents’ home, where he had driven for the holidays. They’ve been living together ever since! Years later, Tyler proposed to Kelly under the lights of their front yard while their friends cheered them on.[/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]Kelly stunned in a sleek lace gown with a scallop hem slit on the side, purchased from Grace Loves Lace.[/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]Kelly’s bridesmaids wore mismatched pastel dresses to match the day’s florals.[/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]After lots of dancing, Kelly and Tyler ended the night by sharing a late-night snack of cookies and milk with their guests.[/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]The reception saw the garden theme brought indoors for an elegant floral-forward design featuring blue-green print linens, scalloped china, and rattan napkin holders. Colorful blooms and fresh fruits filled the center of each table and adorned the newlyweds’ simple two-tiered cake. [/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The couple’s colorful wedding cake featured vibrant blooms, apricots, and red grapes.[/field]
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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]In keeping with the theme, a basket of flowers was set out for guests to put in their hair.[/field]
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Photography: Maria Gloer Photography | Floral Design: Rosemary and Finch | Rings: Tiffany & Co. | Makeup: Eryn LeAnne Artistry | Hair Stylist: Amanda Gros | Tux: The Black Tux | Groomsmen's Attire: The Black Tux | Officiant: Zelda Sheldon | Cake & Bridal Party Catering: Publix Bakery | Catering & Desserts: Monica Holmes, The Clean Plate Club | Ceremony & Reception Music: Entertain Official | Dog Sitter: Blake Sister | Draping: Quest Drape | Dress & Accessories: Grace Loves Lace | Invitations, Signage, & Favors: White Ink Calligraphy | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Planning and Design: W Events Co. | Rentals: Please B Seated | Tux Attire: Richard's Bespoke | Venue & Bar Service: Cheekwood Botanical Garden | Wedding Night Accommodations: Southall Farm & Inn | Wedding Night Accommodations: Southall Farms

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Taber & Christopher’s ceremony colors were an elegant combination of blue & white. The bridesmaids wore beautiful blue gowns from Bella Bridesmaids & carried a single white Calla lily down the aisle. The iconic Hermitage Hotel, where the couple held their reception, perfectly complimented the minimally added reception touches of red, raspberry, purple, & green in the unique & eye catching floral arrangements.[/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]A handful of words come to mind when thinking of the overall design, vibe, & vision for Taber & Chris’ wedding day. Joyful. Classic. Angelic. Iconic. Fun. Sentimental. Personal. Both Taber & Chris deeply care about the people in their lives. The way they honored & interacted with their family & friends on their wedding day left everyone involved feeling seen, delighted in & loved. Their wedding day perfectly reflected their personal style & creativity, but also revealed the kind of life-giving, joy-filled, & humble people they truly are. It was an honor to witness & to capture.[/field]
[field title=”Proposal Story”]Chris proposed at one of their favorite and most cherished pieces of land on Grand Lake in Oklahoma known as “Paradise Point.” This spot has been in Tabor’s family for years. Generations have made memories on this piece of land! It is where Taber, her mom, her grandmother, and great grandmother all learned to water ski! On August 4th, 2023, Chris had a custom bench, bible, and pictures of their passed loved ones all seated where the water breaks to the rocks. He held Taber’s hand and walked her down to the edge of the water where he sat her down, read pieces of scripture they love, and then asked for her hand in marriage. It was perfect and so “them”! The feeling in that moment was something Taber said she would never forget.[/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]Taber’s wedding dress was found at Mark Ingram Bridal in New York City and was a Stephane Rolland design! This bride is deeply passionate about fashion and loves incorporating really cool structures and sculpture like details into everything she wears! Stephane Rolland is a designer that does just that with her wedding gowns! Taber’s gown was a full length white crepe mermaid dress with a boat neck-line, open-back, and sculptural “orchid sleeves” in Gazar. It was the last dress she tried on & was absolutely perfect and everything she dreamed of! [/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]The bridesmaids look was highly inspired by the mother of the bride’s bridesmaid dresses she picked when she got married in 1995. Taber said she knew she loved the look of a 90’s bridesmaid, but especially loved the classiness of the way her mom’s bridesmaids looked. She, the MOB, had her bridesmaids wear a strapless light blue satin A-line, added a silk scarf around their arms, and finished off the look with satin gloves that matched. When Taber was deciding what her girls would wear, she kept going back to how classy and timeless her mom’s bridesmaids looked & how the look had stood the test of time. With that thought, Taber wanted to honor her mom and recreate the look! With hair slicked back into ballerina buns, light blue satin twill strapless dresses, and short white lace and satin gloves, they were able to do just that. “They looked like Cinderella. The classiest and most beautiful group of girls I am honored to call friends!”, Taber said.[/field]
[field title=”Groomsman Attire”]Sticking with the classiness aspect of the entire wedding attire, Taber knew she wanted the boys in a traditional black and white tux. “There is something about this that will always stand the test of time and makes any man look so handsome!”, She said. All the groomsmen wore a black bow tie and Chris, the groom, wore a white bow tie. It was perfect detail to make sure the groom stood out from the rest of the groomsmen. [/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Taber said, “When we sat down to plan our wedding, we made a list of “saves” and “splurges”. One of our “splurges” was definitely our food! We were asking all of our guests to travel to Nashville to celebrate with us, so we wanted to spoil them with an amazing dinner!” Taber & Chris did a four course meal starting with a wedge salad. The guests were then served a tomato soup followed by the main course, fillet mignon. Dessert was of course wedding cake! Guests still tell them it was one of the best meals they’ve ever had![/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]The ceremony took place in a church, and the reception was held in a historical hotel in downtown Nashville known as “The Hermitage Hotel.” Taber had two very different floral visions for these two spaces. Both the bride & the groom really value their faith and wanted their ceremony to almost feel “angelic” as a way to display and honor that aspect of their lives. Taber said she wanted the presence of God to be known and felt. With that, they knew they wanted all white, airy, and beautiful flowers! The aisle was lined with as many Calla Lilies as possible, spilling installations of white florals draped the altar, and a beautiful white aisle runner was used to usher the bride & her father down to the awaiting groom. The reception space was so beautiful on its own as far as its interiors that Taber & Chris didn’t feel the need to fill it with flowers. They did minimal florals in the space, but the ones they did have were beautiful arrangements of red anthurium and other unique floral elements.[/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The wedding cake was a white, three tiered, almond flavor with vintage piping in buttercream icing! Taber’s favorite part of their wedding cake was the topper. It was her great grandfather and great grandmother’s cake topper from their wedding. “Also known as our “Nene & Papa.” I knew I wanted to honor as many loved ones as I could with our wedding day who had ultimately shaped us into being the couple that we were.” – Taber
Her Nene was an incredible artist and her papa was incredibly smart and business savvy. They have shaped Taber’s family in many ways and the cake was one way to honor them! [/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]The couple’s ceremony was incredibly special to them with songs and scriptures that played a huge part in their relationship. Two of Taber’s grandfathers and Chris’ dad read several scriptures they love including, 1 Corinthians 13: 4-13, Ecclesiastes 4: 9-12, and 2 Corinthians 4: 13-18. During their time of communion, Taber’s matron of honor and one of her best friends sang the beautiful hymnal, “Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus”. While they sang, the couple took communion and silently prayed together over the future of their marriage. Taber said, “It is actually one of our favorite memories and pictures from our entire day.” For their reception, the couple knew they wanted to keep the energy high! Instead of slow dancing for their first dance they entered with, “I Wanna Dance with Somebody” by Whitney Houston and saved their slow dance, “One day Tonight” by Hoah Thompson for their last dance of the night! [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #1″]”My “Mother-In-Love” as we like to say in our family, took apart her wedding dress and made my getting ready robe out of it! It was the most beautiful, special, and thoughtful gift to me. My sister in law had one too and we both got ready in her reconstructed dress! It was a beautiful way to honor her and something I will hold onto forever and pass onto my girls!” – Taber[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]”As a way to honor my mom, my reception dress was made from her wedding dress! She has beautiful taste and her dress had lace roses all over the top with a short sleeve ball gown silhouette! We used the underskirt fabric as the skirt part and then corseted the top! It was SO fun to dance in and my dad said he was doing double takes the whole night watching me dance!” – Taber[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #3″]”Chris and I are both extremely sentimental and love our families, so it only made sense to incorporate this into my wedding ring! My ring has two diamonds on it, one of which belonged to my grandmother on my fathers side (our meme) and one which belonged to Chris’ grandmother on his mothers side (his meme). The band has blue sapphires which belonged to my Meme as well! Chris has always worn a bracelet that his grandfather gifted to him and is very special to him. For the gold the jeweler melted down that bracelet and used it to complete the ring. I will treasure my ring forever not only because it is so beautiful, but because it incorporates so many we love into one heirloom! What a gift!” – Taber[/field]
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Photography: Caroline Eliza Co. | Cinematography: Dave Abbott | Cinematography: Reece Ford | Event Design: Tabor Lobaugh | Event Planning: Golda Grace Events | Floral Design: Ruth Nagyvegi | Floral Design: Roby Joe | Wedding Dress: Mark Ingram Bridal Atelier | Wedding Dress: Stephane Rolland Bridal | Ceremony Venue: Vine Street Weddings | Reception Venue: The Hermitage Hotel | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Bella Bridesmaid | DJ: Emerald Empire Band | DJ: Ignite Excitement | Beauty: Anomalie Beauty Agency | Weddings Rings: Diamonds Direct

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]The wedding colors are green, ivory, white, silver, and brown/copper tones from the magnolia leaves.[/field]
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A European Garden Oasis: The family estate served as the picturesque backdrop for this magical day. With its stone architecture, French gardens, and stunning views of the Tennessee mountains, it was as if guests had been transported to a romantic European garden. The lush surroundings were adorned with the iconic magnolia leaves, exuding an air of elegance and southern tradition.

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A Love Story That Began with Serendipity: Aubree and Ryan’s love story started with a touch of serendipity. They first crossed paths at a birthday party. Their connection grew over time, despite not exchanging numbers or talking extensively at the party. Ryan’s curiosity about Aubree never waned, and he continued to inquire about her, week after week. Their paths crossed again a month later, at a Starbucks in Green Hills. It was during a snowstorm, adding an unexpected twist to their budding romance. Their initial meeting left them feeling a connection, but life’s twists and turns delayed their first date. From First Date to Forever: Aubree and Ryan’s first date was a memorable one, taking place during an ice storm that left Aubree trapped at her parents’ house for six days. The delay only intensified their anticipation, and when they finally met for dinner, they talked for hours, shutting down the restaurant. It was the beginning of a journey filled with open and vulnerable conversations. Their love story continued to unfold, with a significant milestone being their presence as the only two single guests at their friend’s wedding in Phoenix. Their connection deepened, and they became inseparable from that moment forward. The Moment She Knew: For Aubree, it didn’t take long to realize that Ryan was the one. His kindness, genuine nature, love for family and friends, and his ability to connect with people deeply all contributed to her certainty. Their connection was undeniable, established from their very first date when they openly discussed life’s most profound topics. A Proposal Full of Surprises: Ryan’s proposal was a beautiful surprise that took place at the bride’s sister & brother in laws estate. Despite rumors from friends that the proposal would occur, Ryan had Aubree convinced otherwise. Little did she know, he had been planning it meticulously. While Ryan had originally claimed there was a dinner with his parents, it turned out to be part of the surprise. After the proposal, the couple was met with a family celebration featuring a beautifully set dinner on the back patio. The ring itself was a family heirloom with a story, a center stone from Ryan’s great-grandmother’s ring, making it even more meaningful.

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The designer was Elysian Bridal, an Australian designer. Aubree’s dress was classic, stunning, and had an intricate attention to detail. The off-the-shoulder, sweetheart neckline was stunning with the form-fitted silhouette. Her veil was so sophisticated with lace detailing along the train.

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[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]Stunning green olive satin bridesmaids gowns.[/field]
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A culinary experience from The Clean Plate Club featuring the first course of an Autumn Salad with mixed greens, roasted butternut squash, dried cherries, pistachios, and shaved parmesan with a white balsamic vinaigrette. The main course was surf and turf, a pan-seared beef filet with bordelasie sauce, and an herb-crusted sea bass filet with sun-dried tomato beurre blanc. The sides were olive oil mashed Yukon gold potatoes and brussel sprouts, heirloom carrots, and red onions.

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The florals designed by Jackson Blume Studio were exquisite. Magnolia blooms, leaves, and white garden roses filled the tablescapes and ceremony site.

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[field title=”Wedding Cake”]A three-tiered elegant buttercream cake adorned with cascading magnolia blooms and leaves.[/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]A quartet of music filled the air as the ceremony took place. It was truly something out of a fairytale. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #1″]Aubree’s favorite part of the wedding was its intimate and timeless atmosphere, especially being married on her sister’s estate. She cherished the magnolia leaves, the fall weather, and the opportunity to smoke cigars with her father and Ryan’s friends.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]Aubree’s engagement ring was an heirloom featuring a center stone from Ryan’s great-grandmother’s ring, making it even more meaningful. Ryan surprised her with the wedding band. He also hand-crafted the ring box for her.
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[field title=”Special Detail #3″]Aubree shared a first dance with Ryan’s father. Ryan’s sister passed away and his father would never be able to share in that father-daughter dance. So Aubree danced with him. It was truly a beautiful moment.
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Photography: Rebecca Musayev Photography | Floral Design: Jackson Blume Studio | Invitations: Stone Cottage Paperie | Invitations: You're Invited | Catering: Monica Holmes, The Clean Plate Club | Makeup Artist: Brady Wardlaw Beauty | Calligraphy: Valorie Cole Calligraphy | Entertainment: Craig Duncan Band | Wedding Venue: Private Estate in Franklin, TN | Bridal Boutique: The White Magnolia | Candles: Nashville Candle Rentals | Dress Designer: Elysian Bridal | Hair Artist: Ashley Wahler | Planning: Fête Nashville Luxury Weddings | Rentals: Southern Events Party Rental & Vintage Prop Shoppe

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Pinks, whites, greens.

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[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]The vision for the wedding was “southern garden chic” and the Whitney Bowman Events team made the vision come to life with the help of a talented vendor team.
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[field title=”Proposal Story”]Emily and TJ first met as interns working for the same investment banking firm. They became fast friends, eating lunch together every day. Eventually, their work took them in different directions. The two remained in touch, and ultimately ended up back at the same firm together. They started dating a month later. Their relationship came very easily given their strong foundation as friends. After dating for about 3 years, we went on a vacation to St. Thomas in the U.S.V.I’s. TJ planned the perfect proposal overlooking the ocean. He got down on one knee during dinner and Emily said it was the easiest yes! They followed their USVI trip with a trip to Kiawah Island, SC, to celebrate their engagement with both families. [/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]Emily loved floral lace and chose a fit and flare Romona Keveza wedding dress from Dimitra’s Bridal Couture in Chicago. It featured a sweetheart neckline and 3d embroidered floral lace with a chapel length train that was bustled for the reception.[/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]The bridesmaids wore blush Jenny Yoo dresses ordered from Bella Bridesmaids in Knoxville[/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]With impeccable service from the Cherokee staff, Emily and TJ served their guests a grilled filet with crab cakes, paired with yukon gold potatoes and seasonal vegetables. [/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]The talented Colby West made the floral vision come to life with peonies, roses and greenery scattered throughout the reception. Guests entered the ballroom to Jackson Vine accenting the draping, tied back with blooms. A full wreath of greenery and florals hung under each chandelier. The tables were adorned with a mix of high and low arrangements and gobs of candlelight [/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The six-tier cake was show stopping moment in the ballroom. Adorned with 3d florals to match Emily’s dress, and atop a bed of florals, guests enjoyed a vanilla and chocolate chips cake with buttercream icing.[/field]
[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]Emily always dreamed of getting married in the church where she grew up and went to school. The recently remodeled Sacred Heart Cathedral served as the perfect backdrop to say “I Do.” [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #1″]Guests left with a bottle of Emily and TJ’s favorite champage from the champagne wall.[/field]
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Photography: Finch Photo | Cinematography: Coley Spencer | Floral Design: Colby West Designs | Cake: Regina Long | Invitations: wallace paper company | Ceremony Venue: dsk | Reception Venue: Cherokee Country Club | Entertainment: East Coast Entertainment | Beauty: Grow Knoxville | Planning and Design: Whitney Bowman Events | Rentals: All Occasions Party Rentals

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Creams, whites, Green, touches of apricot[/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]The bride and her family wanted a romantic, elevated, and timeless event that offered gourmet food, great drinks and a fabulous band, ensuring guests had a great time. With luxury event planning firm Whitney Bowman Evens at the helm, they leaned into a palette of neutrals with touches of green and apricot and added a mix of natural textures, an abundance of romantic florals, loads of candlelight, a layered tabletop, and romantic twinkle lights to bring the vision to life.

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[field title=”Proposal Story”]During a family Thanksgiving in North Carolina, Greg planned planned to propose and invited Kristin’s family along for the fun. Under the guise of taking family photos at a mountain lookout during sunset, Greg got down on one knee and proposed to Kristin using her great grandmother’s ring. Great grandma was there and wholeheartedly approved! The family came prepared with a bottle of champagne, ready to celebrate on top of the mountain. [/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]Kristin wore a beautiful scoop neck Monique Lhuillier ball gown with hand-appliqued floral lace and spaghetti straps. The dress had a full ballgown skirt, a breathtaking train, and french bustle.[/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]Kristin’s bridesmaids wore emerald green faille dresses by Amsale, from Bella Bridesmaid.

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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Kristin and Greg wanted to provide an elevated food and drink experience for their friends and family. As cocktail hour began, guests were greeted with passed Hors d’ouevres and champagne. By the Tracks offered a truly fine-dining experience with a delicious gourmet dinner.

Kristin and Greg’s beloved lab Lula is their pride and joy. As such, they named their signature cocktail, a gin and tonic, after her. [/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Kristin & Greg’s floral design focused on romantic, garden-inspired florals and featured an airy floral palette of blush, honey, dusty rose, and pale peach. Details of their design included foraged golden rain pods, heirloom garden roses, and still life fruit styling. A larger than life tree with flowers growing underneath was designed as the centerpiece for the large, round head table alongside neutral colored, taper candles. Guest tables featured low and lush compote style flower arrangements as well as large glass vases with fall branches. The fireplace in the dining space was another focal moment surrounded by candles, dripping flowers, and trees covered in moss.
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[field title=”Wedding Cake”]After dinner, guests enjoyed a French Vanilla Cake with Almond Filling and Buttercream Icing from Regina Long.
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[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]Kristin walked down the aisle to Glascow Love Song, played by a stringed orchestra. Her sister read 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 during the ceremony.

To kick off the reception, Kristin and Greg danced to Too Late to Turn Back Now by Cornelius Brothers and Sister Rose. Kristin and her dad danced to the Beatles song Let It be while Greg and his mother dance to the Quad City Dj’s Space Jam.
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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]The fully custom invitations, designed and pressed by Little Postage House, featured handmade cotton paper. The text was letterpressed in a custom emerald color that was handmixed to match the bridesmaid dresses. A floral motiffe, incorporating sweet pea flower and roses, was printed on the envelope liner as a nod to the garden florals throughout the event. The invitation suite was held together with a green velvet ribbon and a custom gold wax seal. The final touch was a curated postage collection. Alongside floral postage stamps to represent the garden theme, the Little Postage House also tied vintage stamps to tell the couple’s story: a Tennessee stamp to represent the bride’s home state, a Washington, D.C. stamp to represent where the couple met, and a fire pumper stamp in honor of the groom, a firefighter. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]The WBE team had a 14ft round head table custom built, along with a custom linen to fit, and it was a showstopper! [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #3″]The twinkle tent lighting was breathtaking and created a magical ambiance to the perfect night for Kristin and Greg.[/field]
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Photography: Abigail Malone | Event Planning and Design: Whitney Bowman Events | Event Planning and Design: Whitney Bowman Events | Floral Design: Wither and Bloom | Wedding Dress: Monique Lhuillier | Cake: Regina Long | Invitations: Little Postage House | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Bella Bridesmaid | Catering: By The Tracks | Lighting: Bandit Lites, Inc | Band: East Coast Entertainment | Tent Rental: All Occasion Party Rentals | Beauty: Grow Knoxville | Ceremony and Reception Venue: Marblegate Farm | Draping: Jason Events | Flower Girl Dresses: Denise Collins | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Rentals: Please Be Seated | Sound: Sound Revue

Everyone’s favorite mother-daughter duo is getting some well-deserved attention of late with Millennials and Gen-Zers both binging Gilmore Girls. And all that binging got us thinking…what would a bachelorette weekend in Stars Hollow look like? Well, there are some obvious must-haves–good food, good coffee, and loads of small-town charm. Here are the key ingredients to making your own Gilmore Girls weekend one to remember. 

PHOTOGRAPHY | Pop Sugar

 

1. Channel Your Inner Paris Geller

Map out an itinerary for the weekend with a cute template like this to include with the invites (you don’t have to line them in pearls, but a little winsome formality never hurt anyone). You can emulate Lane’s free spirit when the weekend rolls around, but a well-planned weekend promises plenty of time for fun.

PHOTOGRAPHY/INVITES | Northern Wind Events

 

2. Find Your Own Stars Hollow

Wherever you live, an adorable small town is probably within driving distance. Or maybe you are lucky enough to live in one! Either way, escape from the hustle and bustle and fully immerse yourself in a Stars Hollow-type experience. Bonus points if it’s a town festival weekend!

PHOTOGRAPHY | Belisia Rodriguez

 

3. Check-In At The Local Inn

Take a note from the Dragonfly Inn and stay at a local inn. Not only will you support a local business, but you’ll enjoy a hometown vibe that can’t be found at a hotel chain.

PHOTOGRAPHY | Katie Charlotte Fielder

 

4. Keep Caffeinated

Keep yourself caffeinated with coffee. The weekend should start and end with the most essential beverage of the Gilmore Girls!

PHOTOGRAPHY | Mary O Photo

 

5. Don’t Forget The Books

Relax with a good read. Rory’s bound to have packed at least one (if not multiple) books, so take a moment to sit down with a great book. Or, if you’re more of a Lorelai, grab several of the latest magazines.

PHOTOGRAPHY | Amanda Aho

 

6. Pack The Swag Bags

Surprise your bridesmaids with a perfectly Gilmore gift bag like this adorable tote. Pack it with a few fun surprises like a T-shirt from Luke’s Diner, coffee and a mug (need we say more?), snacks for sustenance, and a cute planner to keep track of all of the wedding events!

PHOTOGRAPHY | Sweet As Honey Tees

 

7. Embrace A Girls’ Night In

Skip the “girls’ night out” and have a “girls’ night in.” It’s Lorelai and Rory’s favorite thing to do. There are over 400 movies referenced in Gilmore Girls, so you have a nice library to pick from. Even better? All of the Gilmore Girls seasons are on Netflix! Settle in for a night of binge-watching.

PHOTOGRAPHY | Pop Sugar

 

8. Eat Like You Mean It

Food! We can’t forget the Gilmore Girls’ favorite activity. Place an order for your favorite pizza, Chinese food, and probably some burgers and fries. Throw in a healthy dose of Mallomars, Red Vines, popcorn, and other tasty snacks. If you have a Sookie in your group, transform the typical Pop-Tarts into a gourmet treat!

PHOTOGRAPHY | Cloudy Kitchen

 

9. Indulge In “Pattie’s Punch”

Coffee will sustain us, but a fruity drink à la Miss Patty’s Founders Day Punch will entertain us.

PHOTOGRAPHY | Sugar and Charm

 

10. Top It Off With Pancakes

The weekend wouldn’t be complete without pancakes! Take advantage of the inn’s breakfast in the morning, or scoot out and find a diner like Luke’s. A delicious breakfast and cups of warm coffee are the best way to wrap up a perfect “Gilmore Girls” bachelorette weekend!

PHOTOGRAPHY | The Speckled Palate

Photography: Erin Lee Allender Photography | Floral Design: Rosemary and Finch | Makeup: Amanda Jackson | Hair: Stephanie Harrison | Calligraphy: Written for You | Banner + Photobooth Props: Genuine Design Co. | Bed and Breakfast: Walker Inn Bed and Breakfast | Coffee: Bocca Java | Cookies + Poptarts: Triple Crown Bakery | Event Planning + Design, Creative Direction: Locklane Weddings & Events | Gift Bags: Batch Nashville | Invitations + Paper Goods: Brinkley Studio | Rentals: Feather & Oak

The weather may be getting a hint warmer and the first signs of Spring peaking through, but I for one, am fully cozied up with the most beautiful Winter inspired baby shower I have ever laid eyes on. From the stunning Nashville home to the most adorable hot pink baby shower dress ever, each detail was meant to evoke a feeling of warmth and all out luxury. And me and my cup of hot cocoa are fully on board with all of the pretty. Photography by Abigail Lewis | Planning by Molly Sohr.

 

From photographer, Abigail Lewis…Baby showers come in all shapes and sizes, but this one in particular came with a heavy dose of lovely, filled with gorgeous details, a cozy and wonderfully welcome setting and perhaps, the most adorable mom-to-be the internet has ever seen.

Sarah Kate, sister of talented wedding planner Molly Sohr, came into town for the holiday season, and Molly used this as the perfect excuse to throw a cozy, modern baby shower.

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There were plenty of pops of pink for the arrival of “Baby GG” (Ginevra Grace), who whose beautiful name reflects her parents’ current home in Italy. It was the perfect winter day, complete with a few falling snow flakes right after guests arrived.

Molly and Sarah Kate both emphasized the importance of getting a few portraits taken with family, as they are very rarely together in the same home. In the words of Molly, “It was such a joy filled day hosting my beautiful sister + mom-to-be’s baby shower in January. I could not be more excited to be an aunt this march!”

In-home chef, The Salted Table, created an unbelievably intricate brunch spread that was truly irresistible, complete with a buffet style setup on the kitchen island featuring delicious brunch items like avocado toast, build your own omelets, French toast, and more. Molly even created a delicious ‘mocktail’ that the guest of honor could enjoy – a Lemon Ginger Spritz MockTail: lavender | ginger komboucha | soda water | lemon | mint. For our other guests, we had a separate small bar area for self serve cocktails, mocktails, champagne + rosè”.

We opted for had open seating to create a more causal environment for a daytime event. Then, . All in all, it was a day for the books!

Photographer: Abigail Lewis | Planner: Molly Sohr | Florist: Molly Sohr | Graphics / Invitations: Carly Creative Co | Guest of Honor : Sarah Kate | In-Home Chef: The Salted Table (https://www.instagram.com/thesaltedtable/) | Photographer Instagram Handle: INSTAGRAM | Abigail Lewis Photography

Ladies and gents, we may have just found our new favorite Tennessee venue! Clean white lines, a romantic courtyard, and views of a pristine, sparkling lake – the potential for stunning events from Summer to Spring at The Lakehouse is truly endless. The talented team at Stacia Powers Events alongside Wither and Bloom Designs joined forces in creating a classic editorial, brimming with romantic autumn hues. To see all the pretty details, including a knockout Monique Lhuillier number, head on over to the full gallery – captured to perfection by McSween Photography!

From McSween Photography… We loved being a part of this gorgeous editorial in East Tennessee. Situated on Boone Lake just outside of Johnson City, TN is a beautiful new Event Venue called The Lakehouse. We partnered with Stacia Powers Events to bring a gorgeous classic fall editorial to life at The Lakehouse.

We love the clean white lines and stepping stones embedded in the grass in the courtyard that is just above a gorgeous view overlooking the lake. Our models donned a classic look of black tie and a long sleeve Monique Lhuillier gown, perfect for fall! Our color palette is a very classic soft feel with nods of darker burgundy to tie in the fall. A beautiful classic editorial honoring a sophisticated fall love affair.

From the Planner Stacia Powers Events… There’s something so magical about a waterfront wedding. The picturesque Lake House was the perfect place to stage an editorial shoot. Stacia Powers Events dreamed up a day immersed in delicate and romantic blooms, filled with details that perfectly encompassed the romance of what East Tennessee has to offer. From the elegant tablescape and the bride’s intricate long sleeve dress to the ceremony backdrop, this shoot is nothing short of stunning.

Event Planning: Stacia Powers Events | Florist: Wither and Bloom | Wedding Gown: Monique Lhuillier | Cake: Petite Sweets | Jewelry: Enix Jewelers | Makeup Artist: Makeup By Leann | Hair Stylist: Jessicas Updos | Men's Attire: Regal Tuxedo | Venue: The Lakehouse | Wedding Venue: The Lakehouse | Boutique for Veil and Earrings: La Jeune Mariee | Bridal Shoes: Bella Belle | Paper Goods: Inquisited | Photog: McSween Photography | Rentals: All Occasion Party Rentals

With a vision to create an intimate celebration with family and friends, John and Susan’s wedding turned out to be what elegant backyard wedding dreams are made of. Held on a private property in the heart of Nashville, Taryn Stark Wyant Event Planning and Design created a chic day that made guests feel at home. From fireplaces filled with greenery and flickering candlelight to a reception table covered in romantic blooms, the floral designs by The Florista are heartwarming. The love and happiness of the day was artfully captured by SASs Photography. Make sure to watch the entire day unfold in the full gallery.

FromTaryn Stark Wyant Event Planning and Design… John and Susan met on eHarmony! Each of them came from different life experiences and felt as though they were wasting their time with the online dating ap, but thought it was worth a shot. Sue saw John’s bare-bones profile, but felt like the few things he had to say were in line with her views and decided to send him a smile. He responded with an invitation to get coffee. “Neither of us ever looked back,” Sue exclaims!

In describing her vision for the wedding day, Sue expresses, “We wanted to keep the ceremony simple and elegant. The most important part of our vision was to be surrounded by family and friends in a beautiful setting. We want it to feel like a relaxed celebration. We didn’t see this as the start of something, just a celebration to be able to share our happiness with our families and friends. We want them to feel like they were a part of an intimate celebration.”

Taryn Stark Wyant Event Planning and Design designed the day with ideals of romantic intimacy and comfortable celebration at the forefront. Hues of deep burgundy were offset with pale mauve. Brick fireplaces were filled with flickering pillar candles surrounded with swaying greenery, and family and friends converged easily to celebrate Sue and John’s commitment.

Photography: Sydney Sweat | Event Planning: Taryn Stark Wyant Event Planning and Design | Floral Design: The Florista | Cake: Nashville Sweets | Ceremony Venue: The Cordelle | Catering: Monica Holmes, The Clean Plate Club | Calligraphy: Artisan Abode | Beauty: Black Tie And Blush | Musician: Mike Dunbar | Rentals: Please Be Seated | Rentals: Reve Maui

We love introducing a new venue to y’all, and this one is a good one! Saint Elle in Nashville is a modern yet romantic beauty and ready to book weddings again, and Elizabeth Nord Photography takes us along on this gorgeous inspiration shoot! With not one, but two stunning bridal gowns and even a getting-ready robe by Cara Maria Farella, and the most beautiful handcrafted floral arch by Kennedy Occasions, this shoot is giving us ALL of the inspiration we needed to get us through the week! Feather and Oak styled the day and Posh Occasions planned it all from start to finish, which even included live painter, Rebecca Hunter Studio of the ceremony! Check it all out below!

From Elizabeth Nord Photography…This shoot was shot at Saint Elle which is a new venue that opened in 2020. Because of the pandemic, they were not able to have weddings in the space for a long time but this past fall, I was able to help plan and shoot in this amazing space located in downtown Nashville, TN. Just outside the venue, you will see the beautiful skyline! I reached out to some of the best vendors in the wedding business and created a styled shoot to swoon over.

I wanted to feature tons of fresh and muted florals and Kennedy Occasions did not disappoint. She created a stunning floral arch that took hours to pull together which made for the most beautiful ceremony backdrop for the couple. We even put the cake under the arch during the reception to show how you can reuse the arch for the end of the night as well. I also loved that the floral designer, Emily, was able to repurpose florals from the ceremony aisle to centerpieces on each of the tables at the reception.

It was important to me to showcase multiple clothing and dress options for the bride. My friend and talented Chicago dress designer and creator, Cara Maria Farella, blew our minds with two unique bridal gowns featuring two completely different looks for the first look/portraits and the ceremony/reception. She also adorned the bride with the most incredible getting ready robe and peacoat perfect for her chilly late night send-off.

The hair and makeup were provided by Shani with Canvas and Coif. Shani created two completely different hairstyles with each of the dresses to not take away from the gowns, but accentuate its unique features as well as the beauty of the bride. I love when my couples have a day and a night look!

The delicate handwritten invitation suite was created by White Ink Calligraphy. She also created “bride” and “groom” name tags as well as menus for the table settings that we chose to style with the gold silverware.

The ceremony featured a live painter, Rebecca Hunter Studio. She first painted the ceremony space and then once the ceremony began, she painted the bride and groom into the portrait. It was mesmerizing to watch. I love this trend of having a live painter at your wedding and having a unique first piece of art in your home together!

Feather and Oak was our stylist for the day and it was so much fun having her there. Seeing her style each place setting and help me with styling the getting ready detail flat lays was so much fun. I couldn’t have pulled this off without the help and day-of-organization of Posh Occasions. She pulled together my vision of a covid-friendly, intimate wedding celebration quickly and beautifully!

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Photography: Elizabeth Nord Photography | Videography: Lynn Productions - Matthew Lynn | Floral Design: Kennedy Occasions | Cake: Baked in Nashville | Invitations: White Ink Calligraphy | Ceremony Venue: Saint Elle | Jewelry: Roberts Jewellers | Tuxedo: The Black Tux | Bridal shoes: Bella Belle Shoes | Female Model: Alexia Selepack | Hair/Makeup: Canvas + Coif | Hairpieces: Hair Comes the Bride | Live Painter: Rebecca Hunter, Live Wedding Painter | Male Model: Carey Grabeman | Planning: A Posh Occasion | Rentals: Music City Tents | Ring Box: Voeu Du Coeur | Stylist: Feather & Oak | Wedding Dress, Veil, Robe, Peacoat: Cara Maria Farella

When an interior designer bride teams up with Paige and Windrow Event Planning, you know the result will be spectacular. Lillian’s childhood home was transformed into her dream wedding venue, and the awe-inspiring pictures by Elizabeth Lanier Photography are giving us all the laidback elegant vibes we dream of. The design inspired garden party is not to be missed, complete with rattan chandeliers dripping in greenery and a hanging floral installation above the dance floor by Tulip Tree Ink. Head to the full gallery to drool over all the special details.

From the bride… The day felt extra special and unique having it at my childhood home, in the backyard that I grew up playing in. My parents were so kind and generous to let us take over their house and transform it into our dream wedding venue. The whole event was intimate and dreamy and felt true to who we are as a couple.

I was very involved in the planning, but I couldn’t have imagined doing it without Paige and Windrow. As an interior designer, I immediately started treating the process as I would a job—I literally had a PowerPoint presentation at our first wedding planning meeting! I knew I wanted it to have a casual, yet elegant feel.

My husband and I had an amazing experience with Elizabeth Lanier Photography. We were both were a little nervous on the day of, but Sarah Elizabeth was so nice and made us feel totally at ease. She gave us plenty of direction, but let us be ourselves. She has such a calming energy. The end result was beautiful photos that felt natural and candid and truly captured who we are as a couple and the best day of our lives together so far.

Photography: Elizabeth Lanier Photography | Event Planning: Page & Windrow | Floral Design: The Tulip Tree | Wedding Dress: Laure De Sagazan | Cake: Dulce Desserts | Invitations: The Paper Place | Wedding Bands: King Jewelers | Catering: Kristen Winston Catering | Lighting: Bright Event Productions | Groom's Attire: Richard's Bespoke | Bridal Salon: Rime Arodaky | Ceremony and Dinner Music: Sam Levine | Draping: Quest Drape | Firework Show: Pyro Shows, Inc. | Flooring: Liberty Party Rental | Guest Book: Starboard Press | Music City Tents and Events: Music City Tents Events | Neon Sign: NarWall | Photobooth: The FlashBar | Private Estate Wedding: Private Estate Wedding | Processing and Development: PhotoVision Prints | Reception Muscians: Atlanta All Stars | Rentals: Spark | Rentals: Please Be Seated | Rentals: Liberty Party Rental | Rentals: Mayker Creative | Tenting: Nashville Tent And Awning | Veil: Laure De Sagazan

Rolling hills, a flowing dress, and, one of the coolest barns we’ve ever seen at Bloomsbury Farm made up for today’s inspiration shoot by Dani Toscano. The mix of the three created a stunning visual paired with an elegant farmhouse tablescape, created by Janna Brown mixing striped napkins and neutral-toned florals. Scroll slowly because I promise you, this is a good one! Maybe even stop the mouse as you catch that Alon Livine gown trailing through fills!

From Dani Toscano…This beautiful Bloomsbury Farm editorial was built upon elements that complimented the rolling hills of the landscape, the delicate movements of an ethereal gown, and the organic nature of the farm.

The tablescape, designed by Janna Brown, presented an elevated farmhouse aesthetic. She selected neutral linen to pair with beige striped napkins, and hand-lettered menus and place cards for each place setting. Her florals were predominantly cream tones, with a few mauve varieties interspersed. Hand-made bread loaves and artisan cheeses perched below the cascading florals were the finishing touches for the table.

Our bride donned a stunning gown by Alon Livne, that trailed behind her as she traipsed through the sunlit hills. Her makeup was dewy and natural, a perfect fit for such an organic setting. As the sun began to soften, we captured portraits in front of an untamed ceremony installation, brimming with wild foliage and hydrangea.

Photography: Dani Toscano | Gown: Alon Livne | Hair & Makeup: Katie Gurley | Tuxedo: Street Tuxedo | Designer & Florist: Janna Brown Design Co. | Farm: Bloomsbury Farm | Film Lab: PhotoVision Prints | Paper Goods: Isidore Augustine | Rentals: Liberty Party Rental | Silk Ribbon: Frou Frou Chic

That DRESS, these dreamy images from Ashley Rae Photography, and those ultra-feminine blooms by Janna Brown Design Co – this garden inspired editorial is summer wedding heaven. Seriously, if I could re-do my entire wedding day, it would look exactly like this. To all our Nashville brides, Mint Spring Farms is a total must to consider for your big day, once you head over to the full gallery – you’ll understand why!

From Ashley Rae Photography… The design of our editorial at Mint Springs Farm was inspired by the tone of a single rose. This Distant Drum rose grew our palette to an array of warm tones, which we used in our a garden-inspired editorial, with the flowers at the forefront. Captured beautifully by Ashley Rae Photography. 

Our bride’s gown, by Alon Livne, was complemented by a delicate lace veil by Girl and a Serious Dream, which together created magic in the afternoon sun. We utilized a charming greenhouse for portraits that further enhanced our garden aesthetic. Our tablescape was built of luxurious fabrics and modern touches, nestled beneath wild blooms. 

Our paper goods were designed to pair with the mauve palette and adorned each place setting. The rolling Tennessee hills provided a beautiful backdrop for final portraits and a panoramic view of Mint Springs Farm. The location was perfect for the romantic summer sun-kissed nuptials.

Photographer: Ashley Rae Photography | Gown: Alon Livne | Makeup and Hair: Katie Gurley | Tux: Street Tuxedo | Venue: Mint Springs Farm | Design and Florals: Janna Brown Design Co. | Linen: BBJ La Tavola | Papergoods: Ink & Press Co. | Rentals: Liberty Party Rental | Ribbon: Honey Silk Co | Veil: GirlandaSeriousDream

From beginning to end, this gorgeous Tennessee wedding planned by Jessi Hoffman screams rustic chic. It’s filled with so many unique details that are sure to inspire – from the color palette inspired by bosc pears and changing leaves to the adorable wooden bar decorated in lanterns and lush blooms by Aunt Willie’s Wildflowers. The bride STUNNED in her romantic Justin Alexander beaded wedding dress as she danced the night away with her handsome groom under a natural stretch tent. See it all at the full gallery – taken by Madeline Trent!

From Madeline Trent… Romance and autumn colors mixed together for this warm and heartfelt wedding, intimately set in the Blue Ridge mountains. The day was full of hugs and tears of joy as two families became one in an enchanting setting of waterfalls, captivating mountain views, and elegant stone staircases. 

Fall wildflower blooms in delicate shades of blush and burgundy were both grown, and perfectly arranged, by farmer-florist Linda Doan of Aunt Willie’s Wildflowers. Wedding Planner Jessi Hoffman created a stylish fall color palette using bosc pears, shades of the changing leaves, and the whimsical wildflower blooms used in the floral design. 

The bridesmaids wore mis-matched Jenny Yoo dresses in a deep rose color, which complemented the subtle shade of blush in the bride’s Justin Alexander gown. 

An ombre escort display created by Lindsay Howell of Scripting Grace welcomed guests to the reception area with lyrics from the couple’s first dance, “Settle Down With Me.” 

The Bride’s sister sang the couple’s first dance song before guests danced the night away to the Emerald Empire Band, each guest leaving with a box of delicious cookies (a Pittsburgh tradition) and a cup of coffee from the Telos Coffee Bar.

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Photographer: Madeline Trent | Cinematography: Emily Rogers Photo | Event Planning: Jessi Hoffman | Event Planning: Jessi Hoffman | Floral Design: Aunt Willie's Wildflowers | Wedding Dress: Justin Alexander | Cake: Blackbird Bakery | Bride's Shoes: Badgley Mischka | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Jenny Yoo | Catering: The Firehouse | Make-Up: Eva Psimer | Hair: July Lopez | Band: Emerald Empire Band | Groom's Attire: Men's Wearhouse | Wedding Venue: Waterstone Venue | Bartending: On The Rocks Cocktails | Coffee Bar: Telos Coffee Roasters | Cookies: Appalachia Cookie Co | Escort Display: Scripting Grace | Invitation Design + Calligraphy: Scripting Grace | Rentals: Celebrate Rentals | Ribbons: Silk and Willow | Robes: Plum Pretty Sugar | Vow Books: Our Vows

We’re all about personalization over here at SMP, so when we saw Belle and Jon’s Nashville wedding planned by The New Eclectic – we were immediately obsessed. Every single corner of this delightful affair was carefully curated with personalized details. They tied the knot at a plantation the bride’s family frequented as she was growing up, they used items from family homes for the decor (major vintage chic vibes), the bride’s mom created their custom wedding monogram, the list goes on… we’re pretty sure this is the most personal and unique wedding we’ve ever laid eyes on! See all the can’t-miss details at the full gallery – all taken by Kati Mallory Photo & Design!

From the planner, Alex Cantrell, of The New Eclectic… Belle and Jon Aaron were married on June 8, 2019 at Belle Meade Plantation in Nashville, TN. They met at Harding University in Searcy, AR, where Belle was a football cheerleader and Jon Aaron played football. When we started planning the wedding, we wanted to focus on making every little detail incredibly personal. Belle always wanted a formal garden wedding. They had looked into a few different venues around Nashville, but Belle Meade was the perfect fit. It was extra special to Belle’s family because they would go by the plantation every year for Easter lunch as she was growing up. Belle’s mom, Beth, is a painter and created the custom monogram and crest that was featured on the Save the Dates, table numbers, coffee bar banner, head table napkin, ring bearer pillow, and various other places. You’re Invited, a local shop, was integral in bringing the vision for all the paper goods to life. 

All of the blue and white ginger jars were from Beth’s personal collection, and Stella Rose Florals filled them beautifully. We incorporated a handful of silver pieces from the groom’s grandmothers silver collection, and the diamonds in Belle’s ring are heirloom diamonds. Almost all decor we used was brought in from the family homes, making the day unique to the couple and very personal. Belle and Jon Aaron both grew up eating on Blue Willow China, which is why we decided to use the Royal Doulton China on the head table. 

The crest, created by Belle’s mom, was monogramed onto head table napkins by Sew Special by V. The Honeydew Palomino linens and runners used in the tent came from Nuage Designs, and all other linens, chairs, and other rentals came from Liberty Party Rental. Belle has always considered herself a “pink and green” girl, so we used various touches of pinks and greens throughout the design. Bows are also something Belle has always been known for, so incorporating bows into the day was a must. Copper Whisk Cakes created a beautiful cake with a bow accenting the upper tiers. 

The Bridesmaids dresses (Bridals by Lori by Alfred Sung) were customized with beautiful bows at the bottom of the open backs, and the invitation and programs all had bows on them as well. Belle’s dress was a custom Blush Sparkle Lazaro gown. We decided on white dinner jackets for the men because of the classic, southern summer look, and because both Belle & Jon Aaron’s grandfathers got married wearing the same look! On the day of the wedding, storms were rolling in through Nashville. Every hour or so, a downpour would occur – everyone was nervous about the outdoor wedding that so much thought and planning had gone into! We all prayed that the clouds would part, and miraculously they DID! Belle & Jon Aaron were able to have the outdoor wedding they’d dreamed about, and as soon as they said, “I do!” the rain started. It was God’s perfect timing!

One of the hits of the evening was the live painter, Jordan Sprague. This was a special surprise to Belle from her parents. Jordan painted the reception tent throughout the evening, and the end product was absolutely gorgeous! The guests loved getting to witness her paint as well, and it now hangs as a cherished piece in the couple’s home. Every detail for this lovely southern garden wedding was thought through and personal. It was such a special evening for all who were involved!

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Photography: Kati Mallory Fine Art Photography | Videography: Colling Films | Event Planning: The New Eclectic | Floral Design: Stella Rose Floral | Wedding Dress: Lazaro | Cake: Copper Whisk Cakes | Invitations: You're Invited | Catering: As You Like It Catering | Calligraphy: Hope Stanley | Lighting: Bright Event Productions | DJ: Blair Saldana | Ceremony Musicians: College Grove Strings | Ceremony and Reception Venue: Belle Meade Plantation | Coffee Bar: Proverbial Cup | Draping: Quest Drape | Getaway Car: Matchless Transportation | Linens: Nuage Designs | Monogram Napkins and Ring Bearer Pillow: Sew Special By V | Rentals: Please Be Seated | Rentals: Liberty Party Rental