Life-Long Friends Married at Last | Oxford, Mississippi Wedding Story
Venue | The Jefferson Oxford
Photographers | Lost Coast Photography
Videography | Abundant Co.
Wedding Planner/Coordinator | Nelda Horton
Bridal Shop | Willow Bridal
Hair & Makeup | Hotty Toddy Tan
Groom's Tux | Kay’s Kreations Bridal & Formal
Stationary | Flourish Paper
Florist | Tracy Proctor
Caterer | Elizabeth Heiskell
Cakes | Cakes by Rita
Band | Emerald Empire Band
Officiant | Russell Smith
Musicians | Dr. Martha Monroe & Svetlana Kaltchenko
Music | “A Lament for Peace" by Ryan Taubert + “You’re the Dawn" by Strahan + “ Discoqwean" by Muchacho
This year has made a lot of plans and decisions difficult. That was especially true for couples all over the world who were looking forward to getting married. Many couples decided to postpone their weddings while hoping that everything would blow over. Other people went ahead and got married without their friends and extended families present. Others, however, like Carley and Ryan, got the best of both options! Back in May, with their immediate families and their minimal closest friends, they went ahead and got married. It was important for them to begin their lives together at that time. However, they also had a wedding celebration in September where they rededicated the commitments that they made in front of all their families and friends. It was important for them to invite the people in their lives to participate in celebrating their union. Both occasions were beautiful.
The Jefferson in Oxford, Mississippi was decorated extravagantly and beautifully for both occasions. Carley beamed in her dress and stunned Ryan both times they had the first look. Ryan dressed his very best as well. Gifts and letters were exchanged privately. At their wedding celebration, they had their bridal party there to help them celebrate and share the joy.
Their ceremony was perfect. The officiant included exerts from a letter that Ryan’s mother wrote to him before she passed away. He also reminded them that God was the orchestrator of their relationship since they had known each other for most of their lives. It was so sweet watching two long-time friends fall in love and choose to live life together as one. It was also wonderful to see so many people come despite the fears of COVID to wish the couple well.
The reception was incredibly fun with wonderful food and a lively band. Friends and family danced and celebrated with no hesitation. It was the perfect celebration for Carley and Ryan.
Carley and Ryan were married on May 16, 2020, during a private ceremony, and they rededicated their commitments in front of their extended family and friends on September 19, 2020, at The Jefferson in Oxford, Mississippi.
***The photos above are screenshots from the film. Photos (not seen here) of this wedding day were taken by Kate of Lost Coast Photography. See her site for the photos from this wonderful day.