Jessica & Tim’s Wedding at The Manor House at The Grove

Jessica and Tim’s intimate wedding at The Manor House at The Grove was absolutely stunning. We are so glad that Krista Lee Photography was there to artfully capture all the beautiful details. They made such beautiful memories with those that they love the most on the happiest day of their life.

The day began with the expert stylists, including owner Madison herself, from MHD Beauty primping and pampering the bride and her close female family members. Everything from hair to expertly applied makeup was completed and they certainly looked amazing!

The Wedding Gown

When your stunning wedding gown is as beautiful as Jessica’s it deserves special mention. With a low cut back detailed with dozens of tiny satin buttons and a mermaid style fitted bodice, Jessica was an absolute vision. The satin skirt flared out at her knees into a long full and flowing train. Just stunning!

Jessica Dons The Dress

Once hair, makeup and bridal bonding was complete Jessica’s mother Lori assisted her into her beautiful wedding dress. The entire gown floated as she walked adding an ethereal air to her look. With the stunning strapless bodice and flared flowing train she absolutely looked like a princess. Elegance in simplicity. You have to agree…she was a showstopper!

Tim Suits Up

While Jessica was busy getting gorgeous, Tim was donning his linen suit. We thought that he looked quite dapper. Don’t you? We know that while he certainly won’t be able to take his eyes off of Jessica, the feeling will certainly be mutual once she sees him!

The Elegant Details

Every single element was carefully curated by Jessica and Tim. Selecting only the most beautiful and pieces for a cohesive and elegant design. The linens perfectly matched the soft and romantic wedding style. The subtle glow of candlelight accenting the tall floral vases and string lighting. Life is in the details even down to the unseen details. Hidden beneath the many layers of silk, satin and tulle, Jessica had her grandmother’s wedding ring tied into her dress. She also wore her other grandmother’s pearl and gold earrings so that she would have a reminder of both of these remarkable women and their unwavering love and support as she walked down the aisle. Jessica and Tim have certainly created a beautiful life together. We are certain her grandmothers would have approved.

The First Look

Choosing to share an intimate moment prior to the ceremony, Jessica met Tim where he awaited her arrival on the green. Absolutely delighted to see each other, they danced, laughed and walked together making beautiful memories.

The Bridal Party

The bridesmaid wore matching white fur coats…but seriously, how do you not smile at these adorable Westies? They were lead to the ceremony of their mom and dad by Alivia much to the delight of those assembled. They even sat quietly watching their parents take their vows as they stood at the altar. Paired with Caroline and Cooper, the two delightful children that Jessica nannies for, they created the sweetest bridal party we have ever seen!

Lucy and Lola – The Stars of the Show

While we always adore the beautiful couples we plan for, Lola and Lucy were the true stars of the show that day!! We always love it when every family member is in attendance…whether they have two legs or four. (And we always have special snacks packed just for them, too!)

The Wedding Ceremony

The Manor House at The Grove was the perfect location for their wedding ceremony. Timothy literally married the girl next door. When Jessica moved in, they stuck up a fast friendship. Sharing laughs and shared interests they began to spend even more time together. After movie nights and walks through the neighborhood, cooking dinner at each other’s homes and working out together romance bloomed. It was only fitting that they were united in matrimony where they first fell in love. With a ceremony that brought laughter and happy tears to all in attendance, the exchange of vows and rings, they then kissed and were pronounced husband and wife.

The Floral Decor

The gorgeous pure wedding white bouquet created by Larson Floral Co. was accented with touches of greenery highlighting the beauty of the garden roses, freesia, anemone, ranunculus, and peonies. Jessica’s beautiful and fragrant bouquet was perfect for a late summer wedding. Such a stunning array of blossoms!

Eat, Drink and Be Merry!

Offering signature cocktails, champagne and spirits, The Manor House at The Grove had a sipping station that was as delectable as the creative appetizers and minature sized desserts they offered up to guests. Everyone was certainly well fed and glad to enjoy.

Everybody Loves Cake

Courtney’s Sweet Confections created a beautiful strawberry vanilla cake for Jessica and Tim’s wedding day. It was the perfect compliment to the heavier chocolatey desserts served at the various food stations offered. They were all too excited to cut into it, too! For those guests who couldn’t wait until it was time to cut the cake there was a delightful display of golf ball themed cake pops in lieu of a groom’s cake. Jessica surprised Tim with those and he was absolutely gleeful!

First Dance

Jessica and Tim are so sweet together. We are fairly certain that fate had intervened to bring these two together. They seem at first glance to be opposites when comparing their various interests, but these two adventurers are so perfectly paired. They truly have a love for life and want nothing more than to live it to the fullest together.

A Venue With A View

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The Shoelywed Game

Jessica definitely wanted to play the Shoelywed game having seen it at friend’s weddings. Once Tim figured out the rules he got SO into it!! It was kind of hilarious how competitive they were about it. We just love to see our couples play this popular reception activity that tests the newlywed’s knowledge of each other. Everything from who is the funniest to who is the best cook, the newlyweds will have to answer, raising either their shoe or that of their spouse to answer a variety of questions without seeing one another’s answers.

Bridal Serenade

Surprising her sweet husband, towards the end of the evening, Jessica the sultry songstress serenaded her groom. He was overcome with emotion and truthfully, we are not sure how she managed to keep it together. Nearly everyone was left with tears in their eyes over what a beautiful ballad of love it was, written especially for him. Now that’s true love, Nashville style.

Sparkler Send Off

Finally, it was time for the newlyweds to zip off to the other side of the world for to their Dubai honeymoon that ended in Fiji. Being sent off to loud cheers as they raced through an aisle way lit by sparklers Jessica and Tim made their way to their getaway car driving off into the moonlight.

THOMAS & BRITTANY’S VENDORS

Planning & Design – Weddings & Events by Raina

Venue – The Manor House at The Grove

Photography – Krista Lee Photography

Florist – Larson Floral Co.

Catering/Bartending – The Manor House at The Grove

Cake – Courtney’s Sweet Confections

DJ – DJ Kidd Green

Photo Booth – Let’s Booth It

Rentals – Curated Events

Hair & Makeup –  MHD Beauty