Wedding Date: 3/23/24
Venue: Wedding: Paris-Yates Chapel, Reception: Isom Place
Photographer: Madeleine Beck
Entertainment: The Heartbreakers
Caterer: A&N Catering
Floral Designer: Oxford Floral
Hair/Makeup: Makeup: Rivers Keyes, Hair: Jessica Mathias
Planner: Bess Fisher
Dress: Elle James
Cake: Debbie Maddigan
How would you describe your wedding day’s overall theme or vibe and why?
We were living in Florida at the time of our wedding, and the coast will always have a very special place in our hearts. We were engaged at the Gasparilla Inn in Boca Grande, FL and we wanted to try to recreate that same coastal feel while remaining traditional.
What inspired your choice of flowers?
The color palate of the Gasparilla Inn was largely our influence for colors that we chose to incorporate in our wedding, which was reflected in our florals. We wanted lots of airiness and greenery while also prioritizing pinks and greens that make the Inn so iconic.
What was on the menu, and why did you choose those dishes?
A&N did a great job helping us set the menu. We served shrimp and grits (another coastal nod), roasted chicken breast, roasted vegetables, and a Brussel sprout salad.
Were there any funny or unexpected moments that made the day memorable? After our exit, my now husband and I Ubered from our bed and breakfast back to the Isom Place in our pjs and ate so much food in the kitchen, just the two of us. We didn’t realize how hungry we were until after the excitement of the ceremony and reception.
Did you have any unique flair/touch/elements that you added to your wedding?
We had trucker hats made and passed them out at the reception. They were such a hit!
Besides saying ‘I do,’ what was your favorite part of your wedding and celebration?
I got to have a slow morning with my favorite girls and my mom. We listened to some of our favorite music and drank coffee that morning, which felt so me.
What advice would you give to someone planning their wedding day?
Invest in people that you trust so that you can just enjoy the day! I absolutely loved Bess (my planner) and trusted her with my whole heart. Everyone who had a piece in our wedding details was incredible, and I felt like I could be so hands off on the day of the wedding.
