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Modern Romance Meets Timeless Elegance: Ali Sue + Xander

Modern, romantic, timeless, and elegant perfectly describe Ali Sue and Xander’s gorgeous wedding day. There were so many beautiful details they incorporated into their day that made it unique to just them. A string quartet began playing before the ceremony to welcome everyone into the garden. They continued with “Julep” playing while Ali Sue walked down the aisle with both her mom and dad to meet her soon-to-be husband at the arbor. It was a short and sweet ceremony followed by the newlyweds and the wedding party celebrating by popping champagne. Ali Sue and Xander really wanted to join cocktail hour, so they did a first look and the majority of their photos before the ceremony, so after the ceremony there were minimal pictures that needed to be taken.

Ali Sue and Xander had the best wedding party! Ali Sue knew all of her bridal party members from middle school, so everyone was super excited to get Ali Sue married! She had everyone pick out two dresses and decide as a group which dress was the winner. There was a beautiful mix of blues, florals, and greens that complimented each other perfectly. The groomsmen were all dressed in different shades of blue and grey, and, fun fact, four of them were named Kevin! Since they were dressed in different shades of colors we were able to call out “Blue Kevin” or “Grey Kevin”!

The night continued with a decadent plated meal with wine service and big band music playing in the background. After dinner, the dance floor was packed and ended with a crowd pleaser to “Mr. Brightside”. Ali Sue and Xander made their grand exit with sparklers, hopped into the Aston Martin, and lived happily ever after!

Venue, DJ and Planning: Historic Mankin Mansion

Photographer: Images by Bri

Videographer: Sweetheart Cinema

Caterer: Mosaic Catering

Florals: Vogue Flowers

Dessert: Carytown Cupcakes

String Quartet: Two Rivers Chamber Music

Dress: Lovely Bride

Hair: Boho Braids by Ivy

Officiant: Pastor James Henry

Transportation: James Limousine Shuttle Service