I was so happy to attend the wedding of my dear friend Louanne’s daughter’s wedding last weekend. Sarah and Marcus were married in a magical woodland setting in Tennessee surrounded by loving family and friends. It was such an honor to be a part of this gathering of family, new family and friends and celebrate the love and future of a special bride and groom who are about to embark on a new life journey together.
Sarah had a vision of what she wanted her wedding day celebration to be. And from her own celestial radiance in gown and veil, to the wedding venue decorations and special touches, she got what she wished for and more.
Everywhere you looked there were garlands and bouquets of flowers, studded with butterflies and twinkling lights. The carriage house where the reception was held was transformed into a fairyland replete with cascading flower garlands and moss-covered chargers for the dinner table settings.
Sarah chose a signature cocktail for the reception and called it “Pixie Dust.” It’s pictured here along side a children’s book that was illustrated by Sarah, an amazingly talented artist.
Honoring Sarah’s Welsh heritage in the ceremony and music, the venue decorations also reflected this magic part of history in the table place settings.
Sweet little Maggie, Sarah’s niece, a flower girl with fairy wings
Sarah’s nephew Jack (and Maggie’s brother), also served as an usher
Louanne waiting for Sarah and the others in the wedding party
Sarah’s father Craig, escorting her down the aisle along with her service dog Suede who was decked out for the occasion.
Sarah’s brother Alex signing the guest book
Louanne and her mom, Jean — both looking more beautiful than I’ve ever seen them. But don’t let Jean’s elegant look fool you. As the evening progressed she joined the rest of us on the dance floor and showed us that she’s definitely still got some moves.
It is always such a joy to be present at a wedding and a celebration of new love, family and the promise of the future. Here’s wishing Sarah and Marcus a most magical life, filled with so much love that sometimes they’ll think their hearts will burst. And something tells me that they’ll likely discover a few fairies hiding along the way.
What a lovely, personal wedding! Thanks for sharing the magic!
It was beautiful and inspiring!
An enchanted venue for this special couple’s beautiful wedding.
Love and best wishes to Sarah and Marcus!
Enchanted is the perfect word….thanks!
Thanks for sharing such a magical experience. Beautiful wedding and photos!
Thanks Amy! It was a gorgeous woodland setting, and perfect backdrop.
Wonderful post and pictures extraordinary. Loved!
Thanks Nancy! Sarah was a stunning bride!
Every detail is beautiful and magical! You captured it all.
Thanks Carol! You would have loved the colors and the flowers/table settings! Stealing some ideas….