Weddings In Arkansas
DeAnna + Zach
Glen Rose // April 28, 2018
How dreamy is this picture-perfect wedding at Cross Iron Cottage in Glen Rose? We can’t get enough of how this setting makes this outdoor wedding seem like a fairytale. Congrats to DeAnna and Zach Shannon! Scroll down for resources.
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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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Did you fall in love with our cover couple, Brittany and Doug, as much as we did?
We’ve got just the local finds for you to re-create their darling decor in your own wedding!
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
JEWELRY John Wind Maximal Art fuchsia locket. Available in a variety of colors and personalized letters. Full Moon, Little Rock, (501) 663-4367
STATIONERY Letterpress cotton-candy-themed notecards by Snow & Graham. The Crown Shop, Little Rock, (501) 227-8442, thecrownshop.com
CONFECTIONS Sprinkle-covered cake pops and marshmallows. Tracy Cakes, Little Rock, (501) 227-4243, tracycakesar.com
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
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!
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.
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.
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}
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.
The groom’s cake was a tribute to his fraternity, Kappa Alpha Psi, and it bore the brotherhood’s crest.
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.
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.
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.
“Yellow has always been my favorite color, so it was [a] must-have,” says Stephanie of the palette selection.
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
Does girly and pink suit your taste? If so, we recommend checking out the romantic nuptials of Katy & Parker.
We’ve also gathered inspiration so that you get can get the look for your own big day! See our finds below:
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
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
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:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
We love the unique wedding of Kasey & Kyle. Red-and-white stripes mixed with light blue details create a festive circus vibe for the reception. The groom’s and groomsmen’s fishing lure boutonnieres play off of that color scheme while reflecting classic Arkansas culture. See our favorite photos from the day, captured by Erika Dotson Photography:
Photography: Erika Dotson Photography
Ceremony: St. Catherine’s at Bell Gable
Videographer: NiLo
Bridal Gown: Low’s Bridal
Veil: Custom Made
Shoes: David’s Bridal
Bride’s Earrings and Necklace: Gordon’s Jewelers
Bride’s Bracelet: Roberson’s Fine Jewelry, Little Rock
Bridesmaid Dresses: Bride N Groom, Springdale
Hair: Faith Pierce Smalley from Bellissima Salon, Hot Springs
Makeup: Glo, Fayetteville
Engagement Ring: Newton’s Jewelers in Fort Smith
Wedding Bands: Gordon’s Jewelers
Reception: University of Arkansas Alumni House
Florals, Cakes, Decor, Rentals, Catering: Kruton’s Festivities and Botanicals
Invitations: Invitations by Dawn
Groom/Groomsmen: Mr. Tux, Fayetteville
Boutonnieres: Etsy
DJ and Uplighting: Groove Productions