It’s rare to find a bride who is willing to sacrifice eight weeks of planning and move her wedding date UP two months for any reason, but for Amber, this was a small price to pay to secure her ideal location, and the end result was well worth it. For Amber and Brook, saying their vows atop a bluff overlooking the waters of Mobile Bay was of the utmost importance, and when the time arrived, I couldn’t have pictured a setting more serene and utterly breathtaking. The Big Picture There is nothing more special to me than when a bride and groom ask members of their family to play a role in the ceremony. In this case, it was truly a family affair: Amber arrived in a horse-drawn carriage escorted by her son and father , it was Brook’s daughters who served as flower girls, and his brother who officiated the ceremony. With only family and close friends in attendance, the effect was intimate, peaceful, and incredibly romantic. All the Details The focal point of the ceremony was a gorgeous 4-poster arbor adorned with white draping, tied back with cascading white rose arrangements that resembled bouquets. A twinkling chandelier hung overhead and white rose petals were sprinkled on the grass below – a picture perfect scene for Amber and Brook to say their vows. Mother Nature provided plenty of sunshine for the outdoor occasion and a harpist played during the ceremony and reception, adding to the dream-like quality of the entire event. Guests indulged in gourmet sandwiches and three different flavors of cupcakes, which were arranged in a tower and topped with a small carrot cake made specially for the bride and groom. For more details, take a peek…
How Everything Came Together Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas Ceremony & Reception: Henry George Park, on “The Bluff” in Fairhope Ceremony & Reception Music: Jeanne O’Connel (harpist) Photographer: Laurie Stewart Photography Florist: Wild Flowers Catering: Weir Delicious Cupcakes: JAM Cakery Rentals: SOHO Events and Rentals Horse & Carriage: Port City Carriage Wedding Attire for the Bride and Groom: Bliss Bridal and Jim’s Formal Wear
