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Real Wedding: Kynnadee and Montel

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Greenbrier // March 21, 2020

Kynnadee and Montel Moore’s plans suddenly changed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all just 10 days before their big day. In the end, their wedding day was full of love, which they were reminded is all that truly matters

“We learned our wedding day was just about us. I had gotten wrapped up in all the details instead of the fact that it was just about me and Montel getting married,” Kynnadee says. “God reminded me so quickly that no matter how many things changed at the last minute, no matter how many people were no longer coming, no matter how many hoops we would go through to make the day happen with the daily changing health guidelines, it would be perfect if we were both there getting married.”

The couple’s wedding planner, Miah Ramos, was extremely supportive during the days leading up to our wedding. “She was completely focused on giving us the best day ever, no matter what changes we had to make,” Kynnadee says.

“Our vendors were amazing during this hard time. Our photographer, Bailee McKay Photography, even offered to help us get back in our wedding attire after it all passed and photograph us with Montel’s family that didn’t get to come due to COVID-19 exposure,” Kynnadee adds. The bride’s gorgeous bouquet—as well as the floral collar her pup wore—were created by her mother.

It was perfect in every perfectly unplanned way.

— Kynnadee Moore

When news of COVID-19 cases in Arkansas were announced, Justin and Emily Free, the couple’s college pastors at New Life Church, were diligent about checking in on Kynnadee and Montel to see what they needed. “They offered to bring equipment to do a live stream of our wedding for friends and family that couldn’t make it. That was so special,” Kynnadee says.

“This whole experience reminded me that people really are good. God chose this path for us and the little things I worried about for months really didn’t matter at all. I love my husband, I love my God, and I am so overly thankful for what everyone put into our wedding to make it so perfect during such a crazy time,” Kynnadee says. 

Congratulations, newlyweds!

Wedding Resources
Bride’s gown Low’s Bridal
Decor Alpha Lit
Hair Riley Ward
Live streaming Justin and Emily Free, New Life Church
Makeup Cassie Oaks
Music DJ Xavier Riley
Photography Bailee McKay Photography
Planning Miah Ramos
Rings Brooke’s
Suits and ties Bell & Sward
Tuxedos Men’s Wearhouse
Venue The Barn at Moore’s, Greenbrier

lance johnston weddings: cathey lee & ryan

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Just over a year ago, Cathey Lee and Ryan said “I do” at Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church in Little Rock. Later, they celebrated at a gorgeous reception at the Country Club of Little Rock. The two met while attending Auburn University, where Ryan played football. To pay tribute to this special place, they incorporated their school colors into the reception send-off and the groom’s table. Cathey Lee describes their day as “Southern, classic, and elegant.” We couldn’t agree more! Enjoy all of these gorgeous photographs from Lance Johnston Weddings.

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edition I 2014: bright ideas

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Did you fall in love with our cover couple, Brittany and Doug, as much as we did?

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We’ve got just the local finds for you to re-create their darling decor in your own wedding!

Bright Ideas 1

BRIDAL BOUQUET White hydrangeas, hyacinths, freesias, wax flowers and David Austin Garden Roses with blue jewel accents wrapped with a turquoise ribbon. Cabbage Rose, Little Rock, (501) 664-4042, cabbageroseflorist.com

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JEWELRY John Wind Maximal Art fuchsia locket. Available in a variety of colors and personalized letters. Full Moon, Little Rock, (501) 663-4367

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STATIONERY Letterpress cotton-candy-themed notecards by Snow & Graham. The Crown Shop, Little Rock, (501) 227-8442, thecrownshop.com

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CONFECTIONS Sprinkle-covered cake pops and marshmallows. Tracy Cakes, Little Rock, (501) 227-4243, tracycakesar.com

Bright Ideas 5

BRIDESMAID’S BOUQUET White and pink David Austin Garden Roses with white freesias, wax flowers, and hyacinth blooms wrapped with turquoise ribbon. Cabbage Rose, Little Rock, (501) 664-4042, cabbageroseflorist.com

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submissions for edition II of 2014

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If you’d like a chance to have your wedding photography, or your wedding, featured in our second edition of this year (set to come out this fall), please submit your photography to the email listed! Also include a list of your vendors for floral, cake, dress, jewelry and venue for your submission to be accepted. We can’t wait to see it!

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edition I 2014: mary’s rose

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Did you love our bright, citrus-inspired fête as imagined by Pigmint from our recent issue?

We’re sharing the recipe for Mary’s Rose, a rosemary-infused vodka lemonade made by Early Bird Catering. This colorful signature drink features lemon slices and mint sprigs that not only add garnish to the glasses, but also additional flavor. Pheasant Press’ small polka-dot straws with letterpress jewel toppers mimic the setting’s color scheme.

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Mary’s Rose

1 cup pink lemonade

1 bottle champagne

1/2 cup vodka

3 cups ginger ale

fresh strawberries

fresh rosemary

garnish glass with lemon & mint

Try creating this for your own summer party or any wedding event this summer! It’s simply perfect for the season.

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weddings in arkansas, edition I 2014: kate & jeff

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We are pleased to share with you the classic Southern wedding of Kate Squires and Jeff Stambough! If you felt as we did when reading the latest issue of Weddings in Arkansas, then you couldn’t get enough of this gorgeous ceremony. So, we’re bringing you even more exclusive bonus photos to satisfy your craving! Prepare to soak in the inspiration.

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Jeff and Kate wanted an outdoor venue that would highlight the natural beauty of the bride’s home state of Arkansas. They found that Marlsgate Plantation offered the perfect introduction to southern hospitality for the groom’s Cincinnati family.

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“The menu for the event was purely Southern. We wanted the food to be a reflection of the local produce,” says the couple.
The reception featured local duck, wrapped in bacon and served with plum dipping sauce, along with chilled shrimp, and grilled pears for appetizers. The guests also enjoyed a traditional Southern-style meal of pork tenderloin, sweet potato casserole, corn souffle, and local green beans.

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The couple’s exquisite cake was a four-tiered confection featuring a base of buttercream with orange and lemon zests and a spritzing of Grand Marnier topped with butter cream icing.

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The father of the bride offered a cigar bar for guests to celebrate the nuptials.

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Thank you to Kate and Jeff for graciously sharing your wedding day with us! Cheers to many years of joy!

Resources

Ceremony and reception: Marslgate Plantation
Wedding Coordination, catering, cake, and flowers: David P. Garner, Jr., Marlsgate Plantation
Bride’s gown: Low’s Bridal and Formal
Bridesmaid’s and groomsmen’s attire: Dillard’s
Transportation: Arkansas Destinations
Reception music: Almost Famous
Makeup: Kakki Jones

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weddings in arkansas, edition I 2014: stephanie & chris

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We don’t want you to miss out on the sweet and stately summer wedding of Stephanie Bass and Chris Bradley! We’ve gathered our favorite photos of the day, originally featured in the most recent Weddings in Arkansas issue, as well as exclusive bonus photos you will only find here! Enjoy! {See full story in our digital edition}

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The couple shared their first dance to John Legend’s “Stay With You.” “The words of the song perfectly describe our relationship and the marriage we hope to have,” says the couple.

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The groom’s cake was a tribute to his fraternity, Kappa Alpha Psi, and it bore the brotherhood’s crest.

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The bride’s cake was a four-layer confection featuring strawberry, chocolate with raspberry filling, and two layers of butter cake, all topped with cream cheese icing.

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Stephanie’s mother made her exquisite wedding gown. “She has made a lot of my attire for important occasions throughout my life, from homecoming court to prom dresses, so it was only right that she make my wedding dress,” says the bride.

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The modern, elegant design of the Clinton Presidential Center was the perfect reception venue. “We were immediately sold on the beauty of the open space and the windows in the great hall,” says Stephanie.

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“Yellow has always been my favorite color, so it was [a] must-have,” says Stephanie of the palette selection.

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What a lovely occasion! We are so happy that Stephanie and Chris shared their joyful day with us. Best wishes for a happy marriage!

Resources

Ceremony: Trinity Presbyterian Church

Reception and catering: William J. Clinton Presidential Center

Wedding Coordination, favors, and stationary: Lequisha Pryor, Creative Impressions, King George, VA

Accommodations and transportation: Capital Hotel

Bride’s gown: Deborah A. Bass

Bridesmaid’s attire: Proposal’s 

Florist: Tanarah Luxe Floral

Cakes: Mickey’s Cakes and Sweets

Groomsmen’s attire: Jos. A. Bank

Hair: Hair by Vanielle

Jeweler: Sissy’s Log Cabin

Rentals: Sunbelt Convention Services

Lighting and reception music: Event One Mobile, Little Rock

Ceremony Music: Rodney Cummings, Little Rock; Nayo Jones, Phoenix, AZ

Makeup: Amari B. Studios

Photography: KES Weddings

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edition I 2014: pink perfection

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Does girly and pink suit your taste? If so, we recommend checking out the romantic nuptials of Katy & Parker.

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We’ve also gathered inspiration so that you get can get the look for your own big day! See our finds below:

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STATIONERY Pink and gold invitation suite (invitation, direction card, reply card, and program shown) by Arabella Papers. By Invitation Only, Little Rock, (501) 975-8902, byinvitationonlylr.com JEWELRY 18kt white gold cultured pearl necklace and pearl strands measuring between 6.5 and 8 mm. Romance Diamond Co., Fayetteville, (479) 443-9289, romancediamond.com BRIDESMAID’S BOUQUET Loosely gathered clutch of hydrangeas, roses, tulips, spray roses and wax flowers collared with dusty miller. Tipton Hurst, Conway, (501) 329-6663, Little Rock, (501) 666-3333, North Little Rock, (501) 753-0709, tiptonhurst.com CONFECTIONS Macarons. Sweet Love Bakes, Little Rock, (501) 613-7780, sweetlovebakes.com

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BRIDAL BOUQUET Loosely gathered clutch based in hydrangeas with roses, tulips, hyacinths, wax flowers, and Cymbidium orchids collared with dusty miller and wrapped with lace. Tipton Hurst, Conway, (501) 329-6663, Little Rock, (501) 666-3333, North Little Rock, (501) 753-0709, tiptonhurst.com

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edition I 2014: oh happy day!

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With spring and summer weddings just around the corner, we asked the team at Pigmint Flowers & Gifts to envision a setting—perhaps for a rehearsal dinner or small, intimate wedding—fit for a fun-loving bride and groom. Using the clean architecture of Springdale’s Fairlane Station as a backdrop, they created a bright, citrus-inspired fête.

See the images and story straight from Edition I of 2014, as well as many bonus photos! Prepare to be spring-inspired:

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A small sideboard, made from a painted door and wooden slab, is the perfect spot to serve the light appetizers to guests. The Pink Piano garden roses, which are also used in the centerpiece arrangements, create a simple, one-flower bouquet, while cut kumquat branches carry over the citrus theme.

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Preppy pinks, garden-inspired greens and imaginative shades of coral, peach, and amber create the cheerful palette. Using the floral colors as a starting point, Pigmint worked with Eventures to select linens and dinnerware to coordinate with the hues. The goal was to create a spectrum of shades within the palette rather than to match everything exactly. The dramatic contrast of brights against the black-and-white setting makes for a modern look. Barn-style doors at either end of the room open to invite guests to mingle indoors and outside.

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The table’s three centerpiece arrangements feature Cherry Brandy standard roses, which have a coral orange exterior and open to reveal amber hues, as well as bright Pink Piano garden roses and kumquat branches grouped together in bleached wood containers.

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Contemporary acrylic boxes hold popcorn to snack on before dinner is served. A variety of toppings, including Early Bird Catering’s signature dill seasoning, allow guests to personalize the treat to their liking.

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Mary’s Rose, a rosemary-infused vodka lemonade made by Early Bird Catering, is a colorful signature drink. Lemon slices and mint sprigs not only add garnish to the glasses, but also additional flavor. Small polka-dot straws with letterpress jewel toppers mimic the setting’s color scheme.

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The Fairlane Station sign hangs outside the main entrance.

Location: Fairlane Station, Springdale, fairlanestation.com

Floral and event design: Pigmint Flowers & Gifts, Fayetteville, (479) 444-0404, pigmint.com

Catering: Early Bird Catering, Fayetteville, (479) 236-2930

Paper goods—straw toppers: Pheasant Press, available statewide, pheasantpress.com

Rentals—dinnerware, glassware, linens, and sideboard: Eventures, Fayetteville, (479) 444-7526, Rogers, (479) 273-5466, eventurespartyrentals.com

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