Weddings In Arkansas
A hint of this metallic hue adds polish to both traditional and trendsetting affairs
CAKE Three-tiered cake featuring an abstract royal icing floral design, hand-painted with gold luster dust on fondant icing. Ambrosia Bakery Co., Hot Springs, (501) 525-4500, ambrosiabakeryco.com…
Whether subtle and sweet or bold and striking, this season’s bridal gowns convey elegance and grace
Mori Lee empire ball gown with a full-lace, strapless, sweetheart neckline that features subtle beading along with tiers of soft netting, button-back detail, and a removable beaded sash. The Bridal Cottage, North Little Rock, (501) 753-4138, bridalcottageonline.com…
Photography courtesy of Jessica Janae Photography
Meet Kenady and Jordan, the cover couple for our Fall/Winter 2015 issue! Included here are the images from the story PLUS a few web-exclusive shots.
Their love story began when mutual friends introduced them at a party. At the end of the evening, Jordan announced to the entire group that he would like to take Kenady on a date. She said yes, and they have been together since.
The bride says she has known from the time she was eight years old that she wanted to be married in the Nauvoo temple in Nauvoo, Illinois, which sits on the banks of the Mississippi River. To make her childhood vision a reality, the couple were married there and celebrated with a larger gathering of friends and family the next day at the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, in Bentonville….
Are you still searching for your perfect wedding cake or sweet treat? We’re here to help! We’ve gathered the desserts from our featured real weddings in the latest issue to inspire you.
1: From Stephanie & Robert’s wedding – Made by The Blue Cake Company
2-3: Bride & groom cakes from Katy & Parker’s wedding – Made by Mickey’s Cakes & Sweets
4: From Brittany & Doug’s wedding – Made by Rick’s Bakery
5-6: Mini pies & bride cake from Kate & Jeff’s wedding – Made by David P. Garner, Jr., Marlsgate Plantation
7-8: Bride & groom cakes from Stephanie & Chris’ wedding – Made by Mickey’s Cakes & Sweets
Yum! To learn more about each cake, please visit the linked blog posts, or give any of these sweet shops a call!
If you’re needing to find the perfect bridal or bridesmaids bouquet for your wedding, we’ve got you covered! We’ve rounded up some lovely bouquets from the real weddings featured in our latest issue.
1: From Stephanie & Robert’s wedding – Created by A Southern Tradition
2: From Katy & Parker’s wedding – Created by Tipton Hurst
3: From Brittany & Doug’s wedding – Created by Rose of Sharon
4: From Kate & Jeff’s wedding – Created by David P. Garner, Jr., Marlsgate Plantation
5: From Stephanie & Chris’ wedding – Created by Tanarah Luxe Floral
Don’t forget to submit your real weddings for our next issue– the deadline is tomorrow!
Did you fall in love with our cover couple, Brittany and Doug, as much as we did?
We’ve got just the local finds for you to re-create their darling decor in your own wedding!
BRIDAL BOUQUET White hydrangeas, hyacinths, freesias, wax flowers and David Austin Garden Roses with blue jewel accents wrapped with a turquoise ribbon. Cabbage Rose, Little Rock, (501) 664-4042, cabbageroseflorist.com
JEWELRY John Wind Maximal Art fuchsia locket. Available in a variety of colors and personalized letters. Full Moon, Little Rock, (501) 663-4367
STATIONERY Letterpress cotton-candy-themed notecards by Snow & Graham. The Crown Shop, Little Rock, (501) 227-8442, thecrownshop.com
CONFECTIONS Sprinkle-covered cake pops and marshmallows. Tracy Cakes, Little Rock, (501) 227-4243, tracycakesar.com
BRIDESMAID’S BOUQUET White and pink David Austin Garden Roses with white freesias, wax flowers, and hyacinth blooms wrapped with turquoise ribbon. Cabbage Rose, Little Rock, (501) 664-4042, cabbageroseflorist.com
Were you as enraptured as we were by the beautiful couple who graced the cover of our latest print issue of Weddings in Arkansas? If so, you’re in luck! Today we are offering you even more access to Brittany and Doug’s mountaintop ceremony with exclusive photos only featured here. Enjoy!
The coupled loved the secluded feel of the Whitney Mountain Lodge, not to mention the incomparable view!
Unfortunately, the bride fractured her foot just three months before the wedding and had to closet her heels. Instead, she opted for a pair of Vans sneakers which reminded her of the Vans she wore the first time she met Doug!
The couple’s favorite part of the day? “Getting to see Doug after not being able to all day. He’s my best friend, and I was getting impatient! My favorite memory was sharing our vows with each other,” said the bride. The groom said, “Seeing Brittany finally walk down the aisle in her dress, and the entire ceremony.”
Brittany’s vision for the day as a “fuss-free, woodland fairytale” is captured perfectly in these unique cake toppers.
We love the simple magic of this ceremony! Check out our latest print issue, available on local newsstands, or our digital edition for the full story on Brittany and Doug’s wedding. Thank you to the bride and groom for sharing your big day with us. Cheers to many years of marital bliss!
Resources
Ceremony, reception, and accommodations: Whitney Mountain Lodge
Wedding Coordination and design: Heather Pile, Inspired Grace Weddings
Catering: The Event Group
Bride’s gown: She Said Yes Bridal
Florist: Rose of Sharon
Rentals: Intents Party Rentals
Cakes: Rick’s Bakery
Groom’s and groomsmen’s attire: Mr. Tux
Hair: Bo Senesomxay
Makeup: Jessica Humerick, Face Your Day Studios
Lighting: CWP Productions
Music (Ceremony and Reception): Brock Entertainment
Photography: Photo Love Photography
Rings: Blakeman’s Fine Jewelry
Did you love our bright, citrus-inspired fête as imagined by Pigmint from our recent issue?
We’re sharing the recipe for Mary’s Rose, a rosemary-infused vodka lemonade made by Early Bird Catering. This colorful signature drink features lemon slices and mint sprigs that not only add garnish to the glasses, but also additional flavor. Pheasant Press’ small polka-dot straws with letterpress jewel toppers mimic the setting’s color scheme.
Mary’s Rose
1 cup pink lemonade
1 bottle champagne
1/2 cup vodka
3 cups ginger ale
fresh strawberries
fresh rosemary
garnish glass with lemon & mint
Try creating this for your own summer party or any wedding event this summer! It’s simply perfect for the season.
Love blues and pinks? Consider yourself classically Southern? Then Kate & Jeff’s wedding is the one for you!
We’re bringing you inspiration, as seen in our latest issue, to get this look in your own wedding.
STATIONERY “Laurent” letterpress die-cut invitation and save-the-date card by Bella Figura. Shindig Paperie, Fayetteville, (479) 521-1778, shindigpaperie.com JEWELRY Sapphire and crystal pendant. Leslie Jewelers, Searcy, (501) 268-2340, lesliejewelers.com MOTHER’S BOUQUET Miniature nosegay composed of yellow Skyline roses, freesias, ranunculus, blue tweedias, thistle, and delphiniums wrapped in a lace handkerchief. About Vase, Little Rock, (501) 603-9200, aboutvaselittlerock.com
BRIDAL BOUQUET Yellow Skyline roses, freesias, ranunculus, craspedias, blue tweedias, thistle, and delphiniums accented with a gold wire collar. About Vase, Little Rock, (501) 603-9200, aboutvaselittlerock.com BOUTONNIÈRES (top) Rosettes and blue thistle accented with gold wire. (bottom) Craspedias, delphiniums, and bupleurums accented with thin gold wire. About Vase, Little Rock, (501) 603-9200, aboutvaselittlerock.com
