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July 14, 2022

Stacie & Lew’s Tennessee Elopement

Bride wearing a v-neck lace wedding dress and a groom wearing a black suit with a white shirt and gray tie hold an elopement sign for Elope In Tennessee

Stacie and Lew Elope in Tennessse at Oaklands Mansion

When Stacie and Lew first contacted us they told us they wanted a sweet Tennessee elopement. We were so excited! They had clearly waited and waited and waited to meet each other. And now that they had, they didn’t want to wait any longer. Partnering with Elope In Tennessee, we were able to get them set up with everything that they would need. Offering packages that include flowers, a wedding cake, hair and makeup, their officiant, photographer, planner and even Oaklands Mansion, a stunning venue.

Bride wearing a knee length v-neck lace wedding dress and a groom wearing a black suit with a white shirt and gray tie stand in front of Oaklands Mansion
Bride holding a white bouquet of flowers, wears a knee length v-neck lace wedding dress. She is standing next to the groom who is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and gray tie stand in front of Oaklands Mansion
Bride wearing a knee length v-neck lace wedding dress and a groom wearing a black suit with a white shirt and gray tie, kiss in front of Oaklands Mansion

The Venue…

Selecting the stately Oaklands Mansion as the backdrop of their elopement we quickly began to make the necessary arrangements. We were thrilled that Oaklands Mansion also offered a Bridal Cottage and Grooms Room for them to get ready prior to the ceremony. With hair and makeup expertly styled by Glisson Med Spa & Salon, Stacie was truly a vision. Lew simply could not take his eyes off his bride!

Bride, holding a large bouquet of white flowers is wearing a knee length lace wedding dress. She is holding hands with the groom who is wearing a black suit with a white shirt. They stand in front of Oaklands Mansion with their officiant, from Elope in Tennessee, is wearing a black dress with a white officiant sash.
The bride, holding a large bouquet of white hydrangeas and roses puts a wedding band on the groom's finger.
The officiant, from Elope In Tennessee, is wearing a black dress with pearls and a white officiant sash recites vows for the bride as she puts a wedding band on the groom's hand. The bride holds a large bouquet and is wearing a lace wedding dress.
Bride, holding a large bouquet of white flowers is wearing a knee length lace wedding dress. The groom who is wearing a black suit. They stand in front of Oaklands Mansion facing their officiant who is wearing a black dress with a white officiant sash.
Bride, holding a large bouquet of white flowers is wearing a knee length lace wedding dress. She is holding hands with the groom who is wearing a black suit with a white shirt. They stand in front of Oaklands Mansion with their officiant, from Elope In Tennessee, is wearing a black dress with a white officiant sash. The officiant is reading from a leather bound book.
The officiant, wearing a black dress with pearls and a white officiant sash smiles at the bride as she puts a wedding band on the groom's hand. The bride holds a large bouquet and is wearing a lace wedding dress.
Bride, holding a large bouquet of white flowers is wearing a knee length lace wedding dress. She is facing the groom who is wearing a black suit with a white shirt. They stand in front of Oaklands Mansion with their officiant who is wearing a black dress with a white officiant sash. The officiant is reading from a leather bound book.
The bride, wearing a knee length lace wedding dress with a v-neckline looks up at the groom. The groom is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and gray tie. They are holding an elopement sign for Elope in Tennessee.
Bride, holding a large bouquet of white flowers is wearing a knee length lace wedding dress. She is holding hands with the groom who is wearing a black suit with a white shirt. Their officiant who is wearing a black dress with a white officiant sash and is reading from a book. They are standing in front of Oaklands Mansion.
Bride, holding a large bouquet of white flowers is wearing a knee length lace wedding dress. She is laughing at something the groom said. The groom is wearing a black suit. They stand in front of Oaklands Mansion with their officiant who is also laughing. The officiant is wearing a black dress with a white officiant sash.

The Ceremony…

Following a beautiful ceremony from our very own Weddings & Events by Raina officiant, Lew and Stacie couldn’t stop smiling and giggling like little children. They were quite clearly thrilled to finally be wed. We are so glad they chose to marry with our sister company Elope in Tennessee! Ivory Door Studio was there to take photos we know they will treasure. They shared so many special moments together on their wedding day.

The bride, holding a large white bouquet of flowers wears a knee length v-neck lace wedding dress. She is standing back to front with the groom who is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and gray tie in front of an elaborate gold gilded mirror in the front parlor of Oaklands Mansion. The wall paper is dark blue with gold detailing. There is a filigree gas chandelier hanging above their heads.
The bride, holding a large white bouquet of flowers wears a knee length v-neck lace wedding dress. She is strolling through the front parlor with the groom. He is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and gray tie in front of an elaborate gold gilded mirror in the front parlor of Oaklands Mansion. The wall paper is dark blue with gold detailing. There is a filigree gas chandelier hanging above their heads.
The bride, holding a large white bouquet of flowers wears a knee length v-neck lace wedding dress. She is standing with the groom, holding hands. He is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and gray tie in front of an elaborate gold gilded mirror in the front parlor of Oaklands Mansion. The wall paper is dark blue with gold detailing. There is a filigree gas chandelier hanging above their heads.
The bride, holding a large white bouquet of flowers wears a knee length v-neck lace wedding dress. She is looking up at the groom who is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and gray tie in front of an elaborate gold gilded mirror in the front parlor of Oaklands Mansion. The wall paper is dark blue with gold detailing. There is a filigree gas chandelier hanging above their heads.
The bride, wearing a v-neck lace wedding dress, is standing with the groom who is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and gray tie in front of an 1850's Chickering piano in the front parlor of Oaklands Mansion. The wall paper is dark blue with gold detailing.
The bride, holding a large white bouquet of flowers wears a knee length v-neck lace wedding dress. She is holding the the groom's hand. He is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and gray tie. They walk in front of an elaborate gold gilded mirror in the front parlor of Oaklands Mansion. The wall paper is dark blue with gold detailing. There is a filigree gas chandelier hanging above their heads.

The Historic Mansion…

Being big fans of history, Lew and Stacie were eager to explore the inside of the historic Oaklands Mansion. Built in 1820 and added on to by the Maney family up until 1860, there was quite a lot to see. Not surprisingly, however, they were quite drawn to the formal front parlor. This was the site of many weddings throughout history.

The bride wearing a v-neck lace wedding dress is standing with the groom who is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and gray tie as they cut their small white wedding cake in the front parlor of Oaklands Mansion. The wall paper is dark blue with gold detailing.
One tier white wedding cake decorated with two large white roses and greenery.
The bride, smiling, wearing a v-neck lace wedding dress is standing with the groom who is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and gray tie as he helps the bride cut their small white wedding cake in the front parlor of Oaklands Mansion. The wall paper is dark blue with gold detailing.

The Wedding Cake…

However, it may have been the delicious wedding cake from Julia’s Homestyle Bakery that was waiting for them that was the real draw. Sharing a sweet tooth, Stacie and Lew were every excited about their French vanilla and almond wedding cake with decadent strawberry filling.

The bride wearing a v-neck, knee length lace wedding dress stands in front of Oaklands Mansion. She has her shoes and bouquet in her hands as she looks over her shoulder smiling.
The bride wearing a v-neck lace wedding dress is standing with the groom who is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and gray tie as they embrace. The bride is holding a large white floral bouquet.
The bride wearing a v-neck lace wedding dress is standing with the groom who is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and gray tie as they dance in the woods.
The bride wearing a v-neck lace wedding dress is standing with the groom who is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and gray tie as they dance in the wetlands at Oaklands Mansion.
The bride wearing a v-neck lace wedding dress is standing with the groom who is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and gray tie as they embrace and kiss in the woods.
The bride wearing a v-neck lace wedding dress is standing with the groom who is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and gray tie as they dance their first dance in the woods.
The bride wearing a v-neck lace wedding dress is standing with the groom who is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and gray tie as they embrace as the groom kisses her forehead. The bride is holding a large white floral bouquet.
The bride wearing a v-neck lace wedding dress is standing with the groom who is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and gray tie as they smile at the camera. The bride is holding a large white floral bouquet. They are standing in the woods.

Their First Dance…

Following a LOT of cake…we don’t blame them. It smelled delicious! Stacie decided it was time to take a little walk in the wetlands. She grabbed her beautiful bouquet, created for her by Larson Floral Co. and kicked off her shoes, ready to play in the grass. Lew had other romantic notions, however. Knowing his plan, we had their special song all queued up ready to play. Once he gave the signal, we hit play and they shared their first dance as husband and wife. Such a beautiful memory for them to share on their wedding day. We are so glad they chose to Elope In Tennessee!

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  1. Lindsay says:
    July 23, 2022 at 2:19 pm

    That mansion made for the perfect location for this beautiful couple’s elopement!!

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  2. M. Stern says:
    August 9, 2022 at 6:47 pm

    This looks like a really elegant historic location for an intimate party!

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  3. Alysse says:
    August 10, 2022 at 5:52 am

    What a gorgeous mansion! I might look into this place for my wedding.

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