Love Letters on the Wedding Day!

Shanel and Leonard tied the knot on a sunny August afternoon here at our outdoor wedding venue near Stone Mountain. It has a secluded and intimate vibe, while being conveniently located in the metro area.

It has become common for couples to write their own vows on their big day. But a new trend in the wedding world is for couples to also write each other letters on the big day. Instead of a “first look” the bride and the groom have someone from the bridal party bring a letter expressing their feelings for one another.

Shanel and Leonard both wrote each other something personal to read the day of the ceremony. This made the ceremony all the more personal to the couple, and they had something they could cherish for the rest of their lives.

The Wedding Party

Shanel and Leonard wanted to have a more colorful ceremony. Shanel picked a different color for each of her bridesmaids, and Leonard wore a stylish gray suit with cufflinks with his initials.

The Bridesmaids arrived wearing satin pajamas. Then they each changed into their different colored gowns. There was sage green, burnt orange, sienna, baby blue, scarlet, and sapphire. Shanel really has an eye for color! Shanel also had her chance to shine in her lacy strapless gown and sparkling headpiece instead of a veil.

Shanel’s mother looked stunning in her gown decorated with purple flowers.

The Wedding Ceremony

Shanel had her father escort her down the aisle. She had a beautiful bouquet of white flowers and Pampas grass, that complimented the colorful scenery of Vecoma at the Yellow River. After the ceremony, the couple took stunning photos by the river.

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The Wedding Reception

Shanel and Leonard had their decorations for the reception mirror their beautiful decorations for the ceremony. For the centerpieces, Shanel had wood slices and glass hurricane cylinders that were provided complimentary by Vecoma. For the flowers for the centerpieces, the bridesmaids used their bouquets, so they all had a place to put them when they came in.

The couple also had clear charger plates with a gold trim to compliment the rustic yet elegant centerpieces as well as burnt sienna satin napkins.

The Grand Send Off

Shanel and Leonard planned a unique wedding exit. They had their guests wave miniature flags representing Jamaica and Maryland. How fun! – and no worries about making a mess!