MS Delta Couple Married at Last - Fall Wedding in Cleveland, MS

October 21, 2023 Joe Cain

Autumn weddings in the heart of the Mississippi Delta are incredible, but throw in an amazingly fun and happy couple in the mix and it’s simply perfection. That was why Anna Parker and Chantz’s wedding weekend was simply perfection.

It all began on a beautiful Friday evening as guests, family, and bridal party members flocked to the Ellis Theater off the main street of Cleveland. The decor for the rehearsal dinner was incredible, with plate settings for everyone. The rehearsal dinner was a night filled with delicious food, sentiment speeches, hilarious stories, and a brimming excitement for Anna Parker and Chantz. To finish out the evening, a live band helped guests dance and mingle to their heart’s delight.

The next morning at The Cotton House, the girls were getting their hair and makeup done and enjoying the moment. Anna Parker’s wedding gown fit her perfectly and she looked radiant. Chantz guessed that it would be “poofy,” but the gown itself was elegant like his bride-to-be. Before going to the church to have her first look with Chantz, Anna Parker did a first look with her bridesmaids in the lobby of The Cotton House. Their expressions were priceless, some even had tears in their eyes.

At the church, Chantz was ready to see his girl. Their first look was wonderful, filled with genuine emotion and joy at seeing each other on their long-awaited day. They read letters to each other in the empty sanctuary. Chantz’s parents also had written them letters that they read. Anna Parker had a sweet first look with her dad at the back of the church where she and her parents usually sit on Sunday mornings. Later in the day, after bridal party photos and family photos, Anna Parker gave thoughtful gifts to her parents and Chantz’s parents. It was evident that Anna Parker and Chantz not only cherished each other, but they sincerely cherished their families as well.

Solo worshipful songs, scripture readings, and a short homily were the main features of the ceremony. In front of a packed-out church, Anna Parker and Chantz made their commitments and vows and exchanged rings. Finally, high school sweethearts, Anna Parker and Chantz were officially married.

The reception was held back at The Cotton House along with the Delta Meat Market that is located in the hotel. There also was an outdoor tent to help accommodate all the guests. The floral arrangements at the reception were astoundingly incredible. The callalily floral chandelier over the dance floor was truly such an elegant touch. Firsts dances were danced, cakes were cut, and incredible food was served endlessly. Everything about the evening was exemplary. To end the evening, Anna Parker and Chantz left through a tunnel of white confetti and into a vintage car.

Anna Parker and Chantz were married on October 21, 2023, at First Presbyterian Church of Cleveland in Cleveland, Mississippi.

***The photos above are screenshots from the film. Photos (not seen here) of this wedding day were taken by Patrick of Patrick Remington Photography . See his site for the photos from this wonderful day.