All-White Elegance With Nods to the Bride’s Italian Heritage

Vision was based on the goal of creating an elegant and timeless yet intimate celebration. European garden wedding inspiration and influence with a nod to the bride's rich Italian heritage.

After months of anticipation and planning, the couple were engaged after several years of long distance at Carlton Landing on Lake Eufaula - a place that the groom's family visits frequently and holds special memories for the couple from the early days of the relationship.

The bride wore a dress from Lela Rose Bridal with a Vera Wang Veil. The bride's something borrowed was a family heirloom, a lace bollero. The bride wore Manolo Blahnik shoes.

The bridesmaids wore a mixture of unique and customized dresses from Ulla Johnson, Shona Joy, & AJE. Flower girls/Junior Bridesmaids Dresses: Hip Hip Hooray Dallas, custom. Hibiscus linens personalized bows to accessorize.

The groom wore a custom tuxedo by Ted Baker, London Shoes by Del Toro

Abbey Road Catering: Guests were treated to a rustic italian flare-inspired plated meal: arugula salad, toasted hazelnuts, shaved parmesan and a lemon vinegarette. Guest choice of french-cut herb roasted chicken breast or ravioli. Specialty cocktail hour - Aperol spritz & old Fashioned as a his and hers cocktail selection.

Poppy Lane Design: Simplistic white florals in petite bud vases, greenery. Mixture of ivories, whites. Bridal bouquet to include Lilly of the Valley, white jasmine, pearl bush. Bridesmaids carried a nosegay bouquet made of solid white. One larger arrangement that acted as a focal point at the center of a large circular bar during the reception. Customized "J" Emblem, reflected on all reception signage, church programs as well as individual guest menus. Hurricane Candles and small votives reflected a large portion of the glow and decor. Tented name cards at a circular table at the entrance of cocktail hour.

Quincy Bake Shop: Almond cake with vanilla & raspberry filling and a buttercream frosting adorned with babies breath around the bottom tier.

First Dance - Always be my baby by Anderson East Entrance to Reception - This will Be by Natalie Cole Stayed with the classics for the duration of dinner & reception: Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Stevie Wonder, Earth,Wind and Fire- ect. Ceremony music: (Prelude) “cello suite one”- bach (wedding party processional) “air on the g string” - bach (presentation of the bride) “canon in d” - bach “ave maria,” instrumental played by dr. alvez barkoskie iv (recessional) “allegro maestoso” - handel

Strings duet at cocktail hour (Laura Naturally)

Remembrance/ In Loving Memory Of - family members not able to celebrate the wedding. Designated in church program and at reception.