Georgia Weddings

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]The colors for this chic wedding were classic white and elegant black. This color scheme naturally highlighted Callanwolde’s architectural beauty and historical charm.[/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]The overall vibe for the day was modern chic. Combining classic white florals and greenery with sophisticated black accents, paired with the historic charm of the Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, you had the recipe for a truly unforgettable celebration. Callanwolde offers a blend of historic grandeur and artistic flair, making it the perfect backdrop for a classic wedding that felt both elegant and enchanting.[/field]
[field title=”Proposal Story”]In the midst of the uncertainty the 2020 pandemic brought, it turned out to be the year I was fortunate enough to meet my other half.

My first impression of Elizabeth (shoutout to the Hinge dating app for the opportunity) was that she had a smile that could light up a room and an authentic sense of self that was immediately transparent. When I discovered her love for college football, specifically for Ole Miss Rebels, I knew I had just found my lottery ticket.

Fast forward to January 2023, Elizabeth and I had shared our love not with each other, but also with our newly inherited Bombay cat, Abner. At this point, we had traveled around the world, experienced the joys of life and both ready to embrace the next chapter. I had planned a dinner at our favorite local steakhouse in Atlanta but without her knowing her parents would be there waiting for us. On the way to dinner, I detoured to our favorite park under the guise of wanting to show her a picturesque update of the walking trail. I had pre-placed a note under the park bench that I then told Elizabeth to grab. When she opened the note, it read “close your eyes” and at that point I went to one-knee and said, “now open them”. It was a perfectly private moment shared by just the two of us.

Today, I’m married to the love of my life, and she’s my best friend, my confidante, and my biggest supporter. We’ll navigate life’s ups and downs together, knowing that we always have each other to lean on.[/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]The bride’s wedding ensemble, a masterpiece from Pronovias Bridal Shop and acquired at Bridals by Aimee, was nothing short of elegant. Her dress, a stunning example of chic mets elegance, featured a flawlessly fitted bodice, and a flowing, floor-length skirt that captured timeless grace.

Complementing this exquisite dress was a dramatic cathedral-length veil, which cascaded gracefully behind her, creating a breathtaking and regal silhouette. The veil, with its fine fabric and delicate lace trim, added an extra layer of sophistication and romance to Elizabeth’s bridal look. As she walked down the grand staircase, the veil created a truly unforgettable and elegant moment on her special day.[/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]In a refreshing departure from tradition, a bride opted for a unique celebration by forgoing the usual bridesmaids and wedding party. Instead, she invited her friends to wear dresses in varying shades of green. Each friend chose a style that resonated with her personal taste and added a lively touch to the wedding’s aesthetic.[/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]At their wedding, the bride and groom curated a memorable culinary experience that wowed their guests from start to finish. The celebration began with a selection of exquisite hors d’oeuvres, featuring Micro Wonton Tacos and Petit Beef Wellington, both of which offered delightful bites full of flavor. Guests also enjoyed Belgian Endive Leaves stuffed with creamy goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, dried fruits, and fresh basil, alongside Brochettes of Large Gulf Shrimp drizzled with a sweet chili garlic glaze—each dish a testament to the couple’s love for bold, inventive flavors.

For the main course, attendees were treated to a choice of four delectable options: Seasoned Grilled Jumbo Asparagus topped with crumbled goat cheese, Honey Dijon Chicken served over fluffy mashed potatoes, Cajun-seasoned Gulf shrimp resting on Monterey Jack cheese grits, or succulent Beef Short Ribs finished with a rich Coca-Cola demi-glace. This variety ensured that every palate was catered to, making the dining experience both satisfying and enjoyable.

To complement the feast, the couple offered a signature cocktail selection that included refreshing French 75s, zesty Spicy Margaritas, and indulgent Tip Top espresso martinis, ensuring that guests were ready to celebrate.[/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Gardenia Floral Design crafted exquisite wedding floral arrangements for a timeless white and greenery-themed celebration. The design featured an elegant palette of classic white blooms harmoniously complemented by lush foliage. Each centerpiece was a symphony of sophistication, blending the purity of white flowers with the natural beauty of greenery to create a serene and romantic ambiance. [/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]In a delightful twist on wedding traditions, the bride and groom chose to forgo the traditional cake cutting in favor of a stunning Champagne tower. The Champagne tower not only added a touch of glamor to the festivities but also was a great reflection of the couple’s vibrant personalities and love for champagne. [/field]
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Photography: Madison Sapp Photography | Event Planning: Mariah Caitlin Events | Floral Design: Gardenia Floral Design | Wedding Dress: Bridals By Aimee | Invitations: Halo Design Shop | Ceremony Venue: Callanwolde Fine Arts Center | Reception Venue: Callanwolde Fine Arts Center | Beauty: Bristle + Bride | Beauty: Rachel Harris Artistry | Rentals: Atlanta Party Rentals

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Fall jewel tones. The bridesmaids wore various gowns in shades of blue and green and carried florals in creams and mauves with pops of plum. Custom decor added accent pops of teal and chartreuse inspired by the stationery suite designed by artist, Haley Wood.[/field]
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A classic, colorful, chic, formal, alfresco affair with SCAD Ivy Hall as the backdrop and design inspiration. The ceremony took place on the garden lawn. The bride loves old homes and architecture so the glamorous SCAD Ivy Hall was a natural choice. Designed by noted architect Gottfried L. Norrman in 1883, Ivy Hall is a fine representation of Victorian architecture and is situated conveniently in midtown Atlanta. The jewel tones of the red brick and green and gold detailing served as a beautiful jumping-off point for the complimentary color palette.

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[field title=”Proposal Story”]We were driving to my parents’ house to spend the night because (I believed) we were going to my friend’s baby’s baptism the next morning. My mom asked us to stop at our family farm on the way to their house to discuss a very real project that was underway she wanted me to see — very believable. This was right around sunset and I could tell it was going to be a good one. Matt asked if I wanted to ride the golf cart to my favorite spot on the property — a beautiful field with a hill and a good view of the sunset. At this point I kind of thought something was up. We sat there for a few minutes and then he got down on one knee and asked me to marry him with a ring we’d designed together using the diamond from my grandmothers engagement ring. I said yes and we sat watching the rest of the sunset relishing in the moment and then headed back to the farm house. Waiting for us were Matt’s parents and several of our closest friends waiting to congratulate and celebrate with us. That was the bigger shock — all of those people in on the plan and learning that the baptism had been made up all to get me to the farm. Matt knows how special of a place it is to me and he wanted the moment to feel personal and perfect for us — I’d say he did an impeccable job![/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]For my wedding dress, I knew I wanted something classic but with a twist. I had fallen for so many of Lela Rose’s dresses online and I went to Kelly’s Closet specifically because they carried her gowns. Throughout the dress shopping process, I was drawn to lots of different floral elements, some 3D, some more embedded in the fabric, but I knew that element would be there. And then I found myself repeatedly liking an off-the-shoulder neckline. When I finally tried on my dress — in Lela’s signature Magnolia fabric — I knew I’d found my dream dress. The silhouette felt so classic but the fabric made it feel like me.[/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]Picking out the bridesmaids dresses was a really fun process and one of the first things that brought my vision to life. I liked the fully mismatched bridesmaids look, and have seen it done so well, but I knew the colors I was going for could be hard to coordinate/easy to clash if that wasn’t done in person. I also knew that unknown would be a challenge for me to let go of so I decided to pick 3 dresses for 3 of my bridesmaids each. The Sachin and Babi Jade fabric is my absolute favorite color and was an easy place to start. It took some trial and error, but my maid of honor and I went in person to play around with a couple options to find another solid and a pattern that paired together well, in similar material. The Amsale dresses felt like the same tone as the lighter dress, just 3 or 4 shades down the paint chip. And I loved that the Reformation dresses had a floral pattern to tie back to my dress. I also gifted my bridesmaids earrings in a floral design that gave them all something in common and were very reminiscent of the florals on my dress.[/field]
[field title=”Groomsman Attire”]Matt really enjoyed the process of researching suit and tuxedo styles ahead of our wedding, and ultimately he decided he wanted two looks for the night. Who among us can blame him? He went with a classic black tux for the ceremony and all of our portraits, but he changed into a white dinner jacket for the reception. Both are classic looks fit for a groom but the dinner jacket really matched the mood of our outdoor wedding at this beautiful southern old house. The outfit change was a big crowd pleaser. [/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Freshly popped popcorn as a late night snack (the bride and/or groom worked in movie theater), Full bar with the couples signature cocktails named after their alma maters: Spider, a blackberry margarita (Maggie-University of Richmond) and Yellow Jacket, a spiked cider (Matt-Georgia Tech).

Catered by Sun in My Belly
Passed Apps:
· fried green tomatoes topped with horseradish sauce + caramelized onions
· fried green tomatoes topped with smoky pimento cheese
· Moroccan lamb meatballs with mint + mango chutney served in endive cups
· corn muffins with Carolina pulled pork + purple slaw

Tapas Style Stations:
Traditional-
Caesar salad with herbed croutons + shaved parmesan
prime rib of beef with yellow onion confit + horseradish sauce
pan roasted brussels sprouts with pancetta crisps + caramelized shallots
roasted artichoke + baby bliss mashed potatoes with fresh parmesan
herbed focaccia bread served with rosemary whipped butter

Southern-
mixed field greens with yellow early girl tomatoes + grape tomatoes + fried Vidalia onions tossed with a dijon
vinaigrette
Barbecue Atlantic salmon finished with a peach + nectarine chutney
low country shrimp and sausage over three cheese grits
roasted sweet corn + asparagus tips + local zucchini sauté in thyme butter
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[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Florals and Decor-
Textured, airy, garden-style arrangements
Ranunculus, Butterfly Ranunculus, Majolicas, Spray Sahara Roses, Scabiosa, Dahlias, Sweet Pea, Queen Annes
Lace, Lisianthus, Tweedia, Hellebore, Jasmine Vines, Ivy and Mixed Greenery
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[field title=”Wedding Cake”]Sun in My Belly-Flavors || bottom tier: strawberry & white
chocolate || top tier: carrot cake
Petite Desserts-Sun in My Belly
blackberry cobbler with soft whipped cream
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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]Custom ceremony backdrop with matching custom band stage and bar front accented with Haley’s artwork from the invitation suite. All custom built by JLD Designs to mimic the architectural details of SCAD Ivy Hall and bring forth the blue and greens highlighted in the stationery suite and bridesmaids’ attire. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]Serpentine tables with custom linens in a textured woven linen fabric with a teal colored banding and tailored box pleat. We designed the serpentine tables to complement the arches and round features of the outdoor space and JLD Designs accented the tables with lamps and florals to provide a more residential feel tying in the interior of Ivy Hall with the exterior. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #3″]The groom created a one-of -kind replica of Ivy Hall along with a LEGO guest book where guests could create their own lego minifigure. [/field]
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Photography: A. Thomas Photography | Event Planning: Evermore Wed | Floral Design: JLD Design | Wedding Dress: Kelly's Closet | Cake: Sun In My Belly | Invitations: Haley Wood Art | Ceremony Venue: SCAD Ivy Hall | Reception Venue: SCAD Ivy Hall | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Kelly's Closet | Catering: Sun In My Belly | Band: Emerald Empire Band | Bar and Beverage: Bookhouse Pub | Beauty: Brushworx Hair & Makeup | Dancefloor/Bistro Lighting: Unlimited Party Rentals | Dinner Plates: The Prissy Plate Company | Flatware/Colored Water Glasses/Chairs/Stage Surround: Atlanta Party Rentals | Linens: I Do Linens | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Napkin Rings: BBJ La Tavola | Rentals: Atlanta Party Rentals | Rentals: Unlimited Events

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]When it came to a color palette, I kept it simple by just starting with our favorite colors –
rose pink and sage green. I didn’t want to shy away from color and made it a point to
steer away from neutrals, especially in the flowers. I started loving seeing hints of purple
in florals, and wanted to have small pops of color throughout my bouquet and throughout the ballroom. The color palette slowly evolved to include some red and orange, as we leaned into color and the September timing of our day. Again, I wanted the whole day to feel like guests were surrounded with romance and elegance, and I think the colors we chose really helped bring that to life.[/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]From the beginning, my vision was “fairytale” with a hint of “garden party”. That
really came to life as I started going through Pinterest and thinking tangibly about our
day with the Swan House as the backdrop. I quickly realized that I didn’t want to have
extravagant decorations, because I wanted the natural beauty of the venue to be the
focal point. That meant intentional floral arrangements and lots of draping greenery.[/field]
[field title=”Proposal Story”]We met in August of 2016, during the start of our freshman year at Georgia Tech.  We
actually both lived in the same hall of our dorm, so the first time we ever saw each other
was during our first dorm meeting. We spent that fall in classes together, going to
sorority/fraternity parties, and quickly realizing that we were pretty obsessed with each
other. We made it official in spring of 2017 and have been inseparable ever since. We
both graduated in winter of 2020, and spent the following summer roadtripping across
the US. At the end of our road trip, Ian proposed in Cloudland Canyon, GA! A few
months later, we moved to Seattle, WA, and began planning our wedding. We’ve lived
here for three years now!
Georgia Tech and Atlanta in general were definitely a big part of our story that we really
wanted to be reflected in our wedding day. Actually, one of the first vendors we booked
was the Ramblin’ Reck (one of Georgia Tech’s mascots) as our getaway car. I vividly
remember going to football games during our freshman year and singing the Georgia
Tech fight song by Ian’s side. Those were some of the first moments I really started to
fall in love with him. So it felt right to ride away from our wedding in the best car in the
world, the Reck, with our closest friends singing “I’m a ramblin’ reck from Georgia Tech”
as we rode off.[/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]I bought my dress at the Sentimentalist in Atlanta. I had always envisioned a ball gown,
and that’s exactly what I chose! The dress (designed by Rebecca Schoneveld) had a
stunning pattern of flowers, and I worked with the stylist at the Sentimentalist to design
custom sleeves (which I drew inspiration for from Belle’s dress in Beauty and the Beast).
I didn’t do a second gown for the reception because I was too obsessed with the gown![/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]The bridesmaids wore one of our favorite colors, sage green. It was our way of bringing that part of the color palette to the forefront of the design of the day. My sisters were my maids of honor and they wore sage dresses with a light blue floral design.[/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]We served an amazing spread of Hors d’oeuvres which included cumin coriander chicken kabobs, lobster arancini, smoked salmon fried potato chip, and a squash and cream phyllo tart. For dinner, we decided on three stations; seafood, pasta, and a potato bar. [/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Our florist, Bantam and Bloom, knocked it out of the park. She brought my vision to life
in the most unique way. My favorite arrangement that she put together was the meadow of flowers placed at the front of our sweetheart table during the reception. It looked so naturally done and made the ballroom look so stunning.

I think my favorite crafted detail were the bouquets. The first time that I cried the entire
day was seeing mine and the bridesmaid’s bouquets when we arrived at the venue. I
put a lot of trust into the florist and wasn’t too particular about the exact flowers or colors that she used and more so, with the help of my planner, gave her a sense of my
inspiration. The arrangements that she so carefully created for the day were better than
anything that I could’ve imagined, and genuinely took my breath away all day.[/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]Our cake was a classic, three tiered cake with white frosting. We had so much fun
choosing flavors with my mother in law during the tasting! We ended up with layers of
amaretto white chocolate raspberry and black tie (a chocolate flavor picked especially for the groom).
We didn’t have favors, but did have late night snacks with a personal flair! At those
Georgia Tech football games I mentioned, Ian and I always shared a chick fil a chicken
sandwich at halftime (a very important tradition). So for a snack, we had our caterer
make the yummiest chick fil a like chicken biscuits, each with a Georgia Tech flag
sticking out of it. This was a big hit with the guests.[/field]
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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]One of my favorite decisions that we made for the wedding was to have my
grandmothers be the “flower girls”. I wanted them to have a significant role in the day,
as they have been so influential in my life. They both looked stunning walking down the
aisle, and I loved hearing the guests laugh as one of my grandmothers threw flower
petals right on the guests.[/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]For the Swifties out there – I had to incorporate at least some aspects of my love for
Taylor Swift into our day. Our seating chart, adorned with a stunning base of flowers,
said “and at every table, we’ll save you a seat”, which is a quote from one of my favorites
of Taylors songs. I loved the way the sun hit it as it welcomed guests into the reception. I
also walked down the aisle to an instrumental version of “Love Story”, and our last song
of the night was a remix of “Love Story”. That song felt like the perfect book-end to our
day, for obvious reasons.[/field]
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Photography: Megan Wallach | Videography: Ashley Loyer Films | Event Planning: Luxe Atlanta Events | Floral Design: Bantam & Bloom | Cake: Lush Cakery | Invitations: Paper Eliza | Ceremony Venue: http://www.aAtlanta History Center: Swan House & Grand Overlook Ballroomtlantahistorycenter.com/ | Shoes: Alohas | Catering: Affairs To Remember | Hair and Makeup: Bridal Beauty Authority | Dress Designer: Rebecca Schoneveld | Dress Retailer: The Sentimentalist | Table Linens: Affairs To Remember

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Serenity Blue, Lady Blush, Peach, Lilac, Greenery, Vintage Gold Accents

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When Maddie asked Karen of Pop + Fizz, “Can we channel Bridgerton vibes?”, she knew exactly what to do. (Read: All of her Netflix “training” prepared her for this moment.) She and her team filled Callanwolde’s iconic circular garden with lush pastel-colored blooms and built a custom-welded gazebo to sit atop the estate table and set the stage for the Reception by bringing the gardens indoors. Guests were welcomed with parasols, hand fans, and harp music floating through the air. It was ethereal and perfectly representative of Spring in Atlanta. Incorporating lots of vibrant tones and sentimental touches. Maddie and Gabe’s love story is a tale of serendipity and international romance. Their paths crossed in London while Maddie was studying abroad in Barcelona and Gabe was backpacking through Europe. Their journey led them to a sweet proposal in Costa Rica and culminated in a stunning Jewish wedding with nods to Gabe’s Mexican heritage. Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, known for its breathtaking beauty, became the backdrop for their wedding. The venue was adorned with vibrant florals for the ceremony and wedding party, creating a lively and joyous atmosphere. The rest of the decor was elegantly styled to incorporate kisses of color intentionally and thoughtfully.

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We met in London while visiting friends. Gabe was backpacking through Europe before his Sophomore year of college and Maddie was studying abroad in Barcelona, Spain for that summer. Both of us had friends that were doing a work-study program in London together and we happened to visit those friends on the same weekend. Our friends had class or work on Saturday and suggested that we hang out for the day. Maddie was not into hanging out with a stranger all day but then she walked into her friend’s flat and saw Gabe for the first time and changed her mind right away haha. On Saturday, we spent the day walking around London, eating street food and getting to know each other. Maddie was immediately smitten and texted her mom that day that she had met someone. In classic Gabe fashion, he was totally oblivious and had no idea Maddie was into him. We both went to school at the University of Florida and when we got back for the fall semester, Maddie made up any excuse to text Gabe. Gabe eventually asked Maddie to go on a date function with him and we’ve been together ever since. We hadn’t been out of the country in over two years because of Covid and had both been dying to go to Costa Rica. Gabe (our official travel agent haha) planned the most amazing trip in January of 2022. One of our stops was to Tulemar Beach and Gabe suggested that we do an early morning breakfast at the beach. Maddie was a little suspicious but went along with it. Turns out that Maddie’s suspicions were right – Gabe proposed that morning on the beach and had a photographer hiding and taking pictures.

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The wedding dress designer is Sareh Nouri, featuring a beautiful lace bodice and incorporated throughout the skirt. It was purchased at Mandi Jackson Bridal in Atlanta.

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The bridesmaids’ dresses were from Dessy in a beautiful light blue color to lend to the spring aesthetic.

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The groomsman attire was from The Modern Gent.

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The food and drink was provided by Endive.

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Luxe and Bloom provided florals and created a gorgeous installation on the stairs with lots of greenery. Colorful blooms were scattered throughout the bridesmaid bouquets and ceremony.

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Confection Perfection made the cake and it was a gorgeous natural aesthetic.

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The reception was a lively affair, highlighted by the Hora dance, a popular and joyous Jewish wedding tradition. Guests lifted the couple on chairs, dancing in circles, and celebrating the union with unbridled happiness and communal spirit. Maddie and Gabe’s wedding was not just a union of two hearts but also a celebration of culture, tradition, and love’s journey across continents. It was a day filled with beautiful traditions, vibrant colors, and the warmth of family and friends, all set against the stunning backdrop of Callanwolde Fine Arts Center.

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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]The couple displayed their parents’ and grandparents’ Ketubahs (alongside their wedding photos) as a part of the Ketubah signing and ceremony. This happened before the full wedding ceremony outdoors.[/field]
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I will be changing in my mom’s dress and my mom’s veil during the reception. It is important to me to get pictures in my mom’s dress and veil and to get detail shots of the veil. My mom hand-stitched hundreds of little pearls into her veil and I am so excited about it.

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[field title=”Special Detail #3″]Wedding Ceremony Traditions
Seven Circles
The bride circles the groom seven times during the ceremony.
At the end of the ceremony, the groom steps on a glass inside a cloth bag to shatter it.

Reception:
Hora Dance – Chair Lifts
During the reception, the bride and groom are lifted on chairs during the hora. Usually, the bride and groom’s parents are also lifted on chairs at some point.
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Photography: Hannah Forsberg | Cinematography: The Compass Films | Event Design: Pop + Fizz | Event Planning: Pop + Fizz | Floral Design: Luxe and Bloom | Dress: Sareh Nouri | Cake: Confection Perfection | Invitations: Lairsey Paper Co. | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Dessy Collection By Vivian Diamond | Catering: Endive | Makeup: Be Loved Beauty | Hair: Beauty by Halee Brooke | DJ: Ballroom Blitz | Groom's Attire: The Modern Gent | Ceremony Music: Lisa Handman | Transportation: Atlantic Limo | Beauty: Jade Jamrozy | Location: Callanwolde Fine Arts Center | Rentals: Eventworks | Rentals: BBJ La Tavola

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[field title=”The Inspiration”]Fall florals and modern accents came together to create this editorial that will inspire any couple looking for a trendy twist on a classic wedding design.[/field]
[field title=”Wedding Colors”]Plum, Mauve, Mustard, Sage Green[/field]
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The iconic Atlanta History Center was the perfect setting for this dreamy editorial.

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[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Lush florals in shades of burgundy, mauve, blush, plum, and mustard were key to creating a warm, romantic and soft atmosphere.[/field]
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Photography: The Willetts | Wedding Photography | Videography: Daniel Shackleford | Dress: Kelly's Closet | Dress: Flora | Stationery: Empress Stationery | Hair & Makeup: Jennifer C Nieman | Venue: http://www.aAtlanta History Center: Swan House & Grand Overlook Ballroomtlantahistorycenter.com/ | Florals & Design: Flowers By Yona | Linens: I Do Linens | Model: Candice Franqui | Planning: Jade Lee Events

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The wedding colors were emerald, fuchsia, gold, and poppy.

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Photography: Michelle Scott Photography | Stationery: From Sirmantha With Love | Catering: bold events | Catering: CB Catering | Hair & Makeup: Margaret Snider | Venue: http://www.aAtlanta History Center: Swan House & Grand Overlook Ballroomtlantahistorycenter.com/ | Chairs: Pomp Posh Event Rentals | Draping: Unique Event Elements | Florals & Design: Flowers By Yona | Linens: I Do Linens | Planning: Jade Lee Events | Rentals: Atlanta Party Rentals

Ready for a roaring good time? Christie and Brian got married at the Fernbank Natural History Museum amongst real dinosaur fossils! Brianne McMullan Events planned the modern romantic day, filled with centerpieces inside acrylic boxes that looked like they could’ve been an exhibit at the museum themselves! Lindsay Coletta brightened the space with bright pops of beautiful flowers, and Laura Watson artfully captured every magical moment.  Fall in love with every chic second inside the full gallery.

From Laura Watson… Christie and Brian strayed from traditional southern clichés and played into the modern lines and motifs of Fernbank Natural History Museum in Atlanta throughout their wedding design – from their paper to their florals. Their design showcased the romantic colors of the season, but the pair leaned into the museum aesthetic by placing their centerpieces in delicate acrylic boxes as if on display in a gallery.

They also added sparks of their personality throughout. When Brian proposed, he initially used a ring pop, so they made sure their guests could take part in the romance at their reception with a basket full of Ring Pops at the ready.

Christie chose her brother as her “Man of Honor,” and he fashionably rocked the title in a burgundy suit. And if you’re getting married in a dinosaur museum, you must have dinosaurs at the reception, right?

Photography: Laura Watson | Cinematography: Ballroom Blitz | Event Planning: Brianne McMullan Events | Floral Design: Lindsay Coletta | Cake: Lush Cakery | Invitations: Paper Daisies Stationery | Catering: Bold American Events | Band: Big Night Dynamite | Wedding Venue: Fernbank Natural History Museum | Beauty: Erin Ryser

Luxury pairs with unexpected elements for a twist of intrigue at this Swan House editorial shoot. Whitewood Events designed the endlessly romantic wedding day, with a champagne tower for a touch of fun, while autumn-inspired florals by Lindsay Coletta enhanced the elegance.  Imagery by Tanya Menoni will have you feeling as if you’ve walked into the prettiest of fairytales.  See every single photo in the full gallery.

From Tanya Menoni… This editorial showcases one of Atlanta’s most beautiful wedding venues –Swan House at the Atlanta History Center.

Designed by Whitewood Events, this shoot paired luxurious touches including the cascading tulle Millia London gown with unexpected elements like striped linens and autumn-inspired florals.

Soft and romantic, the gown was the perfect complement to the architectural details of Swan House. The shoot ended with a champagne tower, which serves as inspiration for couples to include fun elements such as this one at their weddings!

Photography: Tanya Menoni | Event Design: Whitewood Events | Floral Design: Lindsay Coletta | Gown: Millia London | Invitations: Seniman Calligraphy | Hair and makeup: Margaret Snider | Wedding Venue: http://www.aAtlanta History Center: Swan House & Grand Overlook Ballroomtlantahistorycenter.com/ | Candles: MJ Tablescapes | Groom Attire: The Black Tux | Linens: Nuage Designs | Rentals: Party Bound | Tabletop: Table Made Co.

Chic and fresh, what’s not to love about a crisp green and white color palette. For their wedding, high school sweethearts Cameron and Mariana teamed up with We Tie The Knots to bring their vision of a timeless and romantic Atlanta wedding to life. Filled with fabulous touches, floral designs by Andy Beach are both organic and elegant all at once. Madeline Trent beautifully captured all of the happy moments in her artful imagery, see them all in the full gallery.

From Madeline Trent… Cameron and Mariana are high school sweethearts who were married in a romantic, rain-filled ceremony at the Swan House in Atlanta, Georgia. After getting ready at the nearby St. Regis Hotel, Mariana met her father downstairs and rode with him in a Rolls Royce to the Swan House where Cameron was waiting for her in the gardens for a first look.

After a joy-filled and exciting first look, the couple exchanged personal vows under the willows before taking pictures with their respective wedding parties. When it started to rain they decided to move forward with an outdoor ceremony and all the guests were happy to join them- rain or shine.

The wedding reception was a fun-filled evening with a live band, rose petal send-off, and goodnight kiss in front of family and friends before setting off to St. Lucia for their honeymoon!

Photography: Madeline Trent | Event Planning: We Tie The Knots | Event Planning: Alexandra Bailey Clark | Floral Design: Andy Beach | Wedding Dress: Martina Liana | Wedding Venue: Swan House Mansion | Beauty: Asia Nicole | Filmography: Resolute Films

This classic and elegant Swan House wedding is sure to stand the test of time. Krissy Campbell worked closely with our couple to design a day that not only dazzles but also shows their deepest appreciation to family and friends for celebrating with them. The invitations and day of stationery were designed and calligraphed by the bride herself, a truly personal touch as the couple wrote each guest an individualized note placed at each seat along with the dinner menu. From the fountain cascading with blooms to the reception covered in an abundance of fabulous flowers, Thorne and Thistle Designs created magic at every turn. You can feel the love bursting out of the artful imagery by Bonphotage. Visit the full gallery to fall in love.

From Krissy Campbell… After hearing about Ariel and Jordan’s love for nature, travel, history, and architecture, we knew it would be fitting to start with a neutral color palette, keeping in line with their timeless taste. It was also extremely important to them to create original moments, integrate their families, ensure their guests felt personally appreciated, and to find space alone for the two of them that day. All of this gave us a wonderful foundation to work with as we designed the experience alongside them.

We worked with talented floral designer, Thorne and Thistle, to create stunning floral vignettes that flowed naturally throughout each space at the Swan House – from cascading arrangements down the fountain to flowing pops of greens and softly colored florals and candles through cocktails and dinner tables.

As you can see through the beautifully captured photos and video from the Bonphotage team, Ariel and Jordan were incredibly thoughtful as they chose each detail of their celebration from beginning to end. The aesthetic and beauty was only heightened by the intimate moments between them and the intentional touches added for their loved ones.

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Photography: bonphotage | videography: bonphotage | Event Planning: Krissy Campbell | Floral Design: Thorne and Thistle Designs | dress: Leanne Marshall | Cake: Lush Cakery | stationary: ariel hunt | Catering: low country catering | makeup: Katie Gurley Artistry | band: Young Hearts | venue: http://www.aAtlanta History Center: Swan House & Grand Overlook Ballroomtlantahistorycenter.com/ | Rentals: Peach Tree | signage: maddie laidig designs

Ready to see a totally swoon-worthy wedding that’s classic yet modern to its core? Well, here it is! A dream team of vendors brought this perfect spring day to life, including expert planner  Blush Pink Weddings and artistically talented floral designer Righteous Oaks Floral. When it comes to wedding style, there’s no denying this lovely couple wins the award for best dressed bride and groom. I mean, can we take a moment to appreciate that gorgeous dress?! There’s so much more pretty to see in the full gallery, authentically documented by the talented Eve Yarbrough!

From the photographer Eve Yarbrough… Kiersten and Will’s spring wedding day was the perfect balance of classic and modern, yet fun and whimsical. From the dramatic floral installation hanging above the reception space, to the bride’s blushing pink bouquet, and sleek black bridesmaids dresses to match the groom’s classic tux, no detail was overlooked by this stylish couple.

From the bride… Our vision for our wedding day was a chapel-like feel in the space of our warehouse venue, with a modern color palette of black and white, softened with pale neutrals and blush. My dad, with some help, made a 10 ft cross out of cedar that was delicately draped with flowers and greenery. 

My favorite moment of our wedding day was definitely the first look, as it allowed allowed us to have some alone time, and decreased our nerves throughout the rest of the day. We got ready and shared our first look at my childhood home, which was a special and personal touch. Our florist exceeded our expectations, and utilized the high ceilings and exposed beams of our industrial style venue to design a stunning hanging floral chandelier, one of my favorite details of the day. My advice to brides-to-be would be to find a vendor team that understands your vision. Our vendors made all the difference, and it was worth the time to find a team that you trust!

Photography: Eve Yarbrough Photography | Videography: Imagine Video Production | Event Planning: Blush Pink Weddings | Floral Design: Righteous Oaks Floral | Gown: Bridals By Lori | Cake: Publix Bakery | Stationary: Minted | Band: The Legacy Band | String Quartet: Celebration String Quartet | Wedding Venue: Foundry At Puritan Mill | Beauty: Beauty Asylum | Film Lab: Goodman Film Lab | Groom's Cake: Gabriel's Desserts | Photo Booth: ShutterBooth Atlanta

After traveling the world together, Janella and Khalid envisioned an old-world European-inspired wedding. They took to Georgia’s rolling foothills to throw a celebration at Chateau Elan that brought all their wedding dreams to life. Jade Lee Events planned a day filled with showstopping details to bring magic to every moment. From the all-white floral wall to the reception table that looks as if a European garden is growing around it, you’ll love the flowers by Jim White Designs. You can feel the love of the day in the artful imagery by The Willetts. Don’t miss a single breathtaking moment in the full gallery.

From The Willetts… Opting for a small celebration to include their closest family, high school sweethearts Janella and Khalid celebrated in the most old-world European way they could, at a French inspired Chateau outside of Atlanta.

Jade from Jade Lee Events brought the entire evening to life. After traveling the world together, both find the European feel of the Chateau together with the soft and elaborate florals tied their entire vision together.

It was so special for the couple to celebrate their love with all of their closest friends and family. The day will forever be cherished in their hearts and remembered by all.

Photography: The Willetts | Wedding Photography | Event Planning: Jade Lee Events | Floral Design: Jim White | Gown: Winnie Couture | Make Up: Tae Rene' | Lighting: Luxury Lighting Lounge | DJ: DJ 6 Five | Venue: Chateau Elan | Brides 2nd Dress: Jay Godfrey | Chateau: Chateau Elan | Paper Goods: From Sir With Love | Strings: Orchestra Noir

The historic elements of Georgia’s Swan House make for the ideal location for a dreamy wedding shoot, and that’s why these images are simply stunning. Using the European feel of the venue, Storybook Weddings & Events perfectly incorporated organic, wild details into their design. We’re head over heels for the earthy color palette and luscious floral installation by The Perfect Posey. From taper candles to rose gold vases and a classic tux, this day is the epitome of Old World elegance. Fill your heart with joy by viewing the full gallery of graceful images, captured by Sarah Sunstrom Photography.

From Sarah Sunstrom Photography… This stunning editorial was inspired by the ambiance of the Atlanta Historical Society iconic venue, Swan House. With its old world details and chateau centric feel, it makes for the ideal location for a romantic wedding celebration.

We wanted to use a very earthy palette with a luscious floral installation for the ceremony altar. With the use of all shades of taupe, cappuccino, blush, rust, wheat, soft whites and muted green hues, we had a bloom heavy asymmetric altar feature. The floral combination of a variety of lush garden roses and white oversized chrysanthemums were woven together into the large design using ruscus and dramatic pampas grass to make an impressive backdrop against the water fountains on the estate.

The bride wore two different Mistrelli House of Design gowns. The first featured an ostrich feather cape overlay that is the essence of breathtaking. Whimsical yet fierce this look was captured in gardens of the estate alongside a classic black tuxedo from The Knot Standard. The second Mistrelli look was a classic gown with incredible beading work along the neck and bust as well with a shimmer all throughout the dress. The final look was a Berta collection lace gown that hugged Natalie’s curves..

The cake was a showstopper with all of the elegant and intricate sugar work from the incredibly talented Elaine Drouin Cakes. The three tier cake featured a feather technique in blush and white tipped in gold. The top two tiers had beautiful floral textures reminiscent of the gowns worn.

For the tablescape at our reception table, we had an eclectic grouping of floral cups and taper candles. The floral elements were in rose gold vases with organic arrangements of ranunculus, garden roses, dalias, and ruscus. The place settings were french inspired with soft lines and complemented with hand calligraphed place settings and personalized menus from Sugared Fig Paperie.

This 1928 mansion in the heart of Buckhead is frozen in time and continues to be the inspiration of romance and aesthetic for black tie affairs including weddings today. Creating an emotion with the use of so many beautiful pieces coming together to create a moment in time that no one will forget is what a wedding and marriage is all about. The environment provides a sensory experience that no one can define but it is filled with joy and warmth that we are all still enjoying today.

Edited by Lauren Megerdichian and Carly Zumar

Photography: Sarah Sunstrom Photography | Event Planning: Storybook Weddings and Events | Floral Design: The Perfect Posey | Dress: Berta | Cake: Elaine Dourain Cakes | Invitations: Sugared Fig Paperie | Shoes: Bella Belle Shoes | Groom's Attire: Knot Standard | Beauty: Raney O'Keefe | Dress Boutique: Elite Pour La Vie | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Models: Rachel Hegner from Salt Model & Talent | Rentals: Peach Tree

Just one look at this Atlanta wedding and you’ll know dreams really do come true. For Danielle & Yannic’s special day Wright & Co Events created a fairytale experience, from the ethereal flowers to the bridal party table set inside a 50-foot chiffon draped cabana. The romance in Tanya Menoni’s imagery will have you falling in love with love. For a closer look at all the magic of the day visit the full gallery.

From Wright & Co. Events… Our design team drew inspiration from the architectural details of the Atlanta History Center for Danielle & Yannic’s southern late summer wedding.

After the ceremony at Peachtree Road United Methodist Church guests were shuttled over to the Swan House to sip the signature “Dukes Raspberry Mojito (named after the couple’s dog) & enjoy hors d’oeuvres in the gardens. Our designs featured organic and loosely arranged flora, and an abundance of unique textural elements that highlighted the space.

We set the estate table for the bridal party under a cream-colored 50 ft chiffon draped cabana which served as the perfect focal point. One moment that will be a lasting memory for our team was the reception reveal for this special couple. Witnessing their happy tears as they saw their vision come together on the day of as they took in all the details was such a cherished moment as a designer.

Photography: Tanya Menoni | Videography: Alexander Lewis | Event Planning: Wright & Co Events | Wedding Cake: Lush Cakery | Stationery: Emily Mayne Studio | Ceremony Venue: Peachtree Road United Methodist Church | Reception Venue: http://www.aAtlanta History Center: Swan House & Grand Overlook Ballroomtlantahistorycenter.com/ | Catering: Bold American Events | Entertainment: Lark Chamber Music | Entertainment: The After Party Experience | Ceremony Music: United Music Studios | Transportation: Special Day Limos | Transportation: Atlantic Limousine, Inc. | Day of Signage: Hi Note | Hair & Make-Up: Brushworx Hair & Makeup | Rentals: Peachtree Tents and Events | Rentals: Active Productions

That first bloom, a sign of warmer days ahead, the feeling of a fresh start… Boy oh boyyy are we ready for all things Spring! Lucky for us, this gorgeous styled shoot from Jana Brown Design Co. at Swan House Mansion is satisfying our every craving. Have a look-see at the beautiful full gallery, captured by Love and Covenant, to get inspired for your Springtime fête!

From Love and Covenant… Spring inspiration glazed the beautiful Swan House’s historic architecture. Dainty yet elegant florals perfectly complimenting the “Casablanca Lily” gown. 

An intimate setting perfectly catered to those nearest to the heart. The inspiration goes beyond beauty, it carries intention, passion and fine details. 

The delicate floral pallet was made up of a range of unique varieties. Ending their nuptials, the bride and groom romantically posed by a classic antique automobile. This delicate, mesmerizing inspiration is for every at-ease spring bride.

Photography: Love and Covenant Photography | Event Design: Janna Brown Design Co. | Floral Design: Janna Brown Design Co. | Gown: Galia Lahav | Invitations: Linen and Leaf | Ceremony Venue: Swan House Mansion | shoes: Bella Belle | Rings: Susie Saltzman | Make up: Be Loved Beauty | Hair: Perfectly Undone Beauty | tux: Moderen Gentstyle | Host: Jeremy Chou Photography | Linens: BBJ La Tavola | Rentals: Peachtree Tents and Events | Ribbon: Silk and Willow

Old meets new at the Atlanta landmark, The Swan House. The venue’s neutral tones made for the perfect complement to a colorful mid-summer inspiration shoot. Krissy Campbell worked tirelessly to create a design that mimicked the couple’s full of life and laughter personalities, and the result is a bright and vivid dream come true. You’ll fall head over heels in love with each inspired image by Bonphotage. Take a peek at the full gallery for all the picture-perfect details.

From Bonphotage… We were so excited to use brighter color in a meaningful and timeless way while still adhering to the organic, outdoor elements and Old World, timeless elegance of the property. We chose warmer tones in the paper that helped pull out the soft pinks and neutrals of the architecture and kept the floral within the warmer and deep tones to pop off the cooler velvet Mist Blue table linens.

We chose cleaner lines, neutral colors, and modern elements for the contemporary couple through the beautiful clean white china, gold flatware, candle stands, and clear textured glassware from TableMade. Each guests’ name was scripted on soft paper name cards tied with ribbon, and every menu was handpainted with a delicate script and design.

We hope the laughter, life, color, and romance of this day inspires other couples and professionals to continue to have confidence in the details of their story and personality. We love being able to showcase that these customized and fun details can still within the timeless and elevated spheres of design.

Photography: bonphotage | Cake: cake envy | Stationery: Erin Braun Design | Rings: Mineralogy Design | Tuxedo: Commonwealth Proper | Venue: http://www.aAtlanta History Center: Swan House & Grand Overlook Ballroomtlantahistorycenter.com/ | Day of Coordination: Ashlie Muller Celebrations | Floral: Bouquet Atlanta | Gowns, Shoes, Veil:: Claire Pettibone | Linens: I Do Linens | Planning & Design: Krissy Campbell | Tables & Chairs: Peachtree Tents and Events | Tabletop Rentals: Table Made Co. | model: justin burgess | model: jasmine raiford