Enchanted

It was early November, 75 degrees, and not a cloud in sight. The chairs were placed perfectly and the chandeliers were hanging from the oaks as if an extension of the moss covered limbs. As the candles were lit, and the petals floated down the aisle, it all began to sink in. Lauren and Stephen were getting married. In a matter of moments, she would walk arm-in-arm with her father, and I would be fighting back the the great flood that was my tears.

She was beautiful. It was beautiful. Hints of green, cobalt blue, and Southern Proper magnolia ties excited any love-loving guest and the reception wasn't one to disappoint. Walking through the great wooden doors of Chesterton Square, attendees were greeted with a colorful candy bar, an amazing groom's cake, heart-melting hydrangea centerpieces, and the best New Orleans dishes begging for your immediate consumption (of which I obliged).

The night ended with lots of dancing, lots of laughs, lots of cake, and a few cocktails (you pick the white lie on that list). Lauren and Stephen were showered with hundreds of white petals as they hopped in a Rolls Royce and departed to the beginning of their new life. Now enough of my mushy recollection...it's time for you to experience this wedding yourself. Go ahead, scroll on.

(Psst...Click on any photo for instant zoom and slideshow) 

Something blue. 

Game day prep! 

 

Hunter Wellies? Yes, please. 

Bridesmaids in monogrammed button-ups. Simply adorable. 

Mother of the bride, Mrs. Cindy Poche.

Sister-love.

All the deets.

Delta Gam.

First look.

Ah... the Rolls. 

Cake pull! 

Wedding Planner/Florist: Bobbi Rice
Photographer: Robby Klein
Bride's Hair and Make-up: Paris Parker Aveda Salon
Bridal Party Hair/Make-up: Emily Maurer
Cake: Cocoa Bean Bakery 
Rolls Royce: Avenue Limousine in New Orleans
Men's Ties: Southern Proper
Bride's Outfit: Bridal Boutique of Baton Rouge, Manolo Blahnik, Hunter Wellington

Rings: Aucoin Hart

Signed, Sealed, Delivered.

Tis' the season...It's about every day that I am getting cutesy little invites that make my heart a'flutter. Since I eat this stuff up, I leaped at the chance to help Lauren Poche assemble her invitations! Had I known that I would rub my fingertips raw, I may have reconsidered (yea, right).



Here is the awesome thing about this chick's invitations. They were printed from a circa 1900 printing press by Blue Note Press. I know, I know...fresh faces like us don't know what I'm talking about so let me use a little technology to show you.

It's pretty incredible right? Every invitation is hand-feed. Total lost art in our high-paced society! But, I'm telling you, check out this place. Great prices and even better products! So let's get to the final product...

Do you love or do you love? Now on to Princess Lauren's shower invitations. These just have me tickled!

(Tea Luncheon, Lingerie Party, and Bridal Shower)

Last but certainly not least is my beautiful friendy, Kate's wedding invitations. Simple, lovely, and all together perfect. Loving the text and lone heart!

I hope these beautiful prints pressed your heart as they have mine! And don't forget to send an invite my way when it's your day! I'm ready to parrr-tayyy!

All I Want for Christmas is You

Christmas morning had come and gone, gifts had been unwrapped, and I was deep in my mid-afternoon nap (turkey induced, of course). After a half hour of superior slumber I awoke to my phone alerting me of a voicemail. I had two missed calls…Lauren and Emily Poche. Were they calling to tell me about new Yurman bracelets or Hunter Wellington boots? Oh no, not even close. Something way, way better. A gift had been delivered by method of a handsome man on one knee. It was beautiful…a round cut diamond, surrounded by smaller diamonds and completed with a perfect diamond band (did I mention, diamonds?). My sweet friend, Lauren Poche was ENGAGED! Below is the story of Lauren and Stephen and what her plans for the wedding are so far.

Please share with us the love story of you and Stephen.
Stephen and I met in church and attended the same high school. After knowing each other for a few years we began dating my senior year. We continued dating throughout college while maintaining a long distance relationship (I in Mississippi and he in Louisiana). After about a year into our relationship I knew this was the man I wanted to be with for the rest of my life, and I think he felt the same :). During the fall of 2010 Stephen and I shopped for rings and I picked out a few that I liked. Stephen surprised me on Christmas morning with one last present. As he got on his knee, a beautiful (and might I add, my favorite) diamond ring was presented as he asked me to be his bride. In the midst of all my crying I said YES and could not have been happier!

Have you considered colors and locations for your special day yet?
I love navy for the bridesmaid dresses. I am also considering blue, green, and white hydrangeas and cream colored roses, tulips, or peonies. The location is undetermined as of now but I would love a wedding in New Orleans or something plantation and old south inspired.

What was the first thing you did to begin preparation for your wedding?
Monday morning after Christmas I went to Books-a-Million and picked out wedding magazines and cute thank you notes I’ve had my eye on.

Describe your perfect wedding in three words.
Classy, Southern, and FUN!

Congratulations Lauren and Stephen! You deserve the absolute best and I couldn’t be happier for you both!