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

Lauren Megerdichian
July 5, 2024
Categories: Real Weddings, The Blog, Traditional Elegance

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Neutral, organic and natural with greenery, feminine colors and accents of light green, blush pink, ivory and white. [/field]

[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]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.[/field]

[field title=”Proposal Story”]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.[/field]

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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]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. [/field]

[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]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. [/field]

[field title=”Groomsman Attire”]The groom wore a custom tuxedo by Ted Baker, London

Shoes by Del Toro [/field]

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[field title=”Food & Drink”]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. [/field]

[field title=”Florals & Decor”]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. [/field]

[field title=”Wedding Cake”]Quincy Bake Shop: Almond cake with vanilla & raspberry filling and a buttercream frosting adorned with babies breath around the bottom tier. [/field]

[field title=”Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs”]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 [/field]

[field title=”Special Detail #1″]Strings duet at cocktail hour (Laura Naturally)[/field]

[field title=”Special Detail #2″]Remembrance/ In Loving Memory Of – family members not able to celebrate the wedding. Designated in church program and at reception. [/field]

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