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1st Grade Crush to Married | Biloxi Wedding 19 Years in the Making

Getting Ready Venue | White House Hotel
Ceremony | Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Reception Venue | White Pillars Restaurant and Lounge
Photography | Kayce Stork Photography
Videography | Abundant Co.
Planners | Gray Meetings and Events
Florist | Maidenhair Floral
Bridal Shop | Bridal and Formal Boutique
Dress Designers | Maggie Sottero/Sottero and Midgley Collection
Jeweler | Pav & Broome Fine Jewelry
Engagement Ring Designer | A.JAFFE
Earrings | Nadri
Shoes | Aldo
Hair | Jessica Jones Salon / Angelia Hall & Kari Madden
Makeup | Amanda Malia / Mallory Fitzgerald
Groom's Tux | House of Tux
Invitations | The Paper Moon
Caterer | White Pillars Restaurant and Lounge
Photo Booth | Magic Memories
Cakes | Cheeky Monkey Cake Company
Limousine | Royal Coach Limousine
DJ | Gearbox Entertainment
Rental Company | ABC Rental
Soundtrack | Ryan Taubert and Ryan Innes via MusicBed

The long-awaited day had finally come. After 19 years of knowing each other, more than 7+ years of dating, and then a postponed wedding due to the international pandemic, the wedding day of Alexis and Roman had finally arrived. Alexis and Roman were each other’s 1st-grade crushes. They never would have thought that years and years later they would reunite and begin such a beautiful love story.

Surrounded by her sweet bridal party, Alexis stunned everyone when she walked out of the room in her beautiful wedding ball gown, with gorgeous beading everywhere and sleeves cuffing her arms effortlessly. She not only looked absolutely beautiful, but her spirit was just so joyful and excited. Her presence made everyone feel the happiness she was experiencing herself.

Roman looked very handsome in his black tuxedo with the hint of maroon in the handmade boutonnière. When he turned around in their first look, you can hear his excitement in admiration of Alexis. Pictures were taken in front of the immaculate White House Hotel located right in front of the beach. To top it all off, Alexis and Roman were surprised with a limo ride to take them to the church.

Alexis and Roman were married at Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The beautiful stained-glass windows beamed in the afternoon sunlight. Reverend Carver was correct when he stated that Alexis and Roman were truly “made for each other.” Vows and commitments were declared before a packed house filled with friends and family. It was completely worth the wait for them to have the wedding they envisioned so long ago.

The reception was held at White Pillars Restaurant. Alexis got to dance with her fellow “Saintsations” dancers as well as her past fellow Mississippi State Dance Team. It was a thrill to watch them perform with such fun to celebrate their sweet friend.

Alexis and Roman were such a kind and personable couple. Their love for one another is so rare in this world. It was amazing to be able to film their wedding day so that they can relive it over and over again as they continue to write the chapters of their beautiful love story together.

Alexis and Roman were married on April 10, 2021, at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Biloxi, Mississippi.

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***The photos above are screenshots from the film. Photos (not seen here) of this wedding day were taken by Kayce and team of Kayce Stork Photography. See her site for the photos from this wonderful day.

Wedding HighlightJoe CainApril 10, 2021Coast Wedding, First Look, Church WeddingComment

Ashley + Billy

Ashley and Billy’s wedding weekend was truly a nonstop celebration of friendships and family with a beautiful ceremony joining them both together. Nowhere else seemed to be the perfect place other than Destin, Florida.

On Friday before the wedding day, Ashley and Billy made plans to be with their bridal party. Billy and his guys played golf around the Sandestin Resort. Ashley and her girls had brunch at a nearby local restaurant. She showered her girls with special gifts customized just for them. The rehearsal dinner showcased special toasts and words from Billy’s mom, dad, and sister.

The day of the wedding was such a treasure to capture on film. Ashley and her girls got ready at the penthouse of The Grand Sandestin at the Sandestin Resort. Even Ashley’s beloved family dog came and got his tuxedo on. It was so special to see Ashley’s mom and grandmother there watching and enjoying the excitement and joy. Instead of having a first look, Ashley and Billy decided to exchange letters and wait until she walked down to the altar to see each other. It was so sweet watching their expressions when they read the letters from each other. Before heading to the beautiful catholic church, Ashley had a special first look with her dad. He was so happy seeing her in her gorgeous gown ready to marry the love of her life.

Saint Rita’s Catholic Church was breathtaking with its high vaulted ceilings magnified with its dark wooden beams. The display of the crucifix of Jesus Christ hung above the holy altar accompanied by two Mary and Child portraits on the left and right. It is truly a stunning scene in and of itself. As Billy waited for his bride to come in, music played and family and friends who came watched with anticipation. Finally, Ashley came in and Billy’s reaction was filled with genuine awe and joy.

Their ceremony was a full Catholic Mass that incorporated members of both sides of their families. Both grandfathers read specially selected passages of scripture. Billy’s dad read a special prayer. The mothers were asked to bring forth the sacraments of the communion. It was such an intentional and thoughtful ceremony.

The reception was held back at The Grand Sandestin in the newly renovated Azalea Ballroom. It was awe-inspiringly decorated with touches of light pink and gold accents. Elegant mini lounges were formed in the cocktail area and the ballroom. It was stunning and it was all topped off with an ode to Ashley and Billy’s favorite show, the Office, as the Bridal Party entered into the party to Chris Brown’s “Forever,” choreographed dance moves and all! Speeches from Ashley’s dad and several members of the bridal party made the celebration even more special. It was so apparent that everyone that was there loved Ashley and Billy very much. Almost every aspect of the whole weekend was filled with intentionality and sincerity.

Ashley and Billy were married on February 1, 2020, at Saint Rita’s Catholic Church in Destin, Florida.

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

Wedding HighlightJoe CainFebruary 1, 2020No First Look, Rehearsal Dinner, Reception Toasts, Church Wedding, Casual Shoot, Coast WeddingComment

Alexis + Tyler

The quaint bustling town of Ocean Springs is a secret gem of Mississippi. Its beaches are white, the giant trees are covered in hanging moss, and the history is etched in the streets and shops. This unique town was the perfect place for Alexis and Tyler to get married.

Their day seemed to have two distinct themes: sophistication and fun. The sophisticated moments ranged from her stunning gown with its intricate beading from her waist up to her neck, to the ceremony in the grandeur of First Presbyterian Church, and from the chic boutique hotel that Alexis and her bridesmaids got ready at to the stunning, tiered, white wedding cake. All of it, even the small details, made the day so refined.

The fun moments were also so thrilling to capture. Bridesmaids jumping on the bed and popping Champaign to jumping in the pool as the sweet couple left the reception.

Above all else, the letters that both Alexis and Tyler wrote to each other were not the run-of-the-mill letters. They were filled with promised based on truth and sincerity. The emotion and sentiment behind the words went beyond the feelings of the temporary fleeting moment but were filled with the eternal commitments and declarations of love. It is evident that Tyler and Alexis meant every word and are truly soul mates. It was such an honor to be a part of the day.

Tyler and Alexis were married on June 15, 2019, at First Presbyterian Church in Ocean Springs, Mississippi.

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Wedding HighlightJoe CainJune 15, 2019First Look, Church Wedding, Purposefully Given, Couple Letters, Coast WeddingComment

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