Tell us about your wedding! What was the inspiration behind your day? Did you have a specific theme, style or color palette?
I wanted a simple look with earthy colors. I have always wanted a a simple rustic look as well. I think everything came together with the venue and my decorations to look exactly how I wanted.
Let’s talk wedding decor. How did you decorate your space for the ceremony and the reception? Was any part of the decor DIY?
I used simple decorations. All was pretty much DIY. I borrowed centerpieces from a family friend that she had made herself and changed them to fit my look a little more. I made the aisle flower buckets with the help of my husband. I tried to go very simple yet elegant on the decorations. The venue itself did not need much at all because it was so pretty already.
Did you personalize the day in any way (food trucks, traditions, guest entertainment etc.)? What were some of your favorite parts of your wedding?
My uncle, aunt and mom cooked the dinner food. My stepmother-in-law did the cake and cupcakes. It was nice to have people that I love and that love me have a part in even the food. Honestly, it’s hard to pick a favorite because everything was perfect. Nothing went wrong. Everything was calm the entire day. There was no stress. I think just knowing that I was about to marry the man I’ve been praying for my whole life was enough to have the most relaxing and wonderful day.
Let’s talk fashion. How did you both choose your wedding day look?
I wanted a simple dress that fit me well. I’ve gone all my life being called “cute,” so I wanted something that made me feel beautiful. My dress did just that. And then of course, the help of my hair and makeup people also helped me achieve that look. I know my husband is not a suit kind of guy, and I wanted him to be comfortable (especially in Louisiana heat), so we went with the simple dress shirt, suspenders and bow tie. I think that look went perfectly with my vision and he looked so handsome.
What was the most anticipated or special moment of your wedding day?
The whole day was special, but there was one moment after the fake send off before we came back that we just took time to drive around and debrief together. We got to reflect on how perfect the day was just the two of us before going back and finishing up celebrating with family and friends. It has also just started raining a little bit too, so it was just a nice relaxing drive with just the two of us.
Do you have any wedding planning or marriage advice that you’d like to share with other couples planning their day?
At the end of the day, it’s about your marriage, not your wedding. Make your wedding yours, but don’t forget the reason why you are doing it.
