Melody Van der Linde + Zac Fillhart
November 19, 2016
photography by Ella J. Reese Photography
Invitations: Design from Etsy, printed by S&L Office Supplies
Bay-Waveland accommodations for wedding party: private house close to the beach, rented through VRBO Rehearsal Dinner: Sho' Nuff BBQ of Picayune, catered at the groom's restaurant, Starfish Café Hair by: Keith Alexander Salon Makeup by: The bride, with help from her bridesmaids and friends Florals by: The French Potager 
The Ceremony
Wedding ceremony music: Eve Eisemann, cello, and Dalton Roan, guitar, playing their own arrangement of "Simple Gifts"
Wedding Officiated by: Rev. Carey Hammit, of Lagniappe Presbyterian Church Groomsmen: Samuel Maggio Bridesmaids: Melissa Bell, Laura Dillingham Bride wore: beaded one shoulder ruched chiffon dress, with royal blue petticoat Groom wore: grey suit with blue silk suspenders and blue paisley bow tie Time of day: 4 pm Weather: Cool and clear Most Romantic Moment: Before the wedding, the groom had a surprise gift delivered to the hair salon for the bride - a special necklace with silver setting around a blue topaz, handcrafted by Sandy Maggio, silversmith at Smith and Lens. The Reception
Wedding reception music: Heather and the Monkey King
Catering: The Sycamore House and Fatsumo Sushi The Reception Menu: Sushi from Fatsumo's, BBQ shrimp and grits, pepper-crusted filet, Saigon chicken tacos, salmon with mango hearts of palm salsa, duck liver pate, hors d'ourves The Most Talked About Food Item: Filet and sushi! Cakes by: There wasn't a wedding cake, but wedding ice cream sundae bar - brown butter, strawberry basil, vanilla bean, and apples & cinnamon, all handmade by The Sycamore House. Favorite toast: The Captain's toast (bride's father) Best Dancer at the Reception: Jace Ponder ​ 
The "wow factor" of your wedding/reception that everyone talked about: The food!
The most unique detail of your wedding/reception: For the reception, having a sundae bar instead of cake. For the wedding, walking out to "Star Wars" music! Lighting: Stella, of The Sycamore House, rigged up a beautiful chandelier and strings of lights for the back patio for us! Rentals: Chairs from ABC Rental Honeymoon location: Eleuthera, Bahamas 
Bride's favorite part of the entire event: Actually saying my vows out loud to him, looking into his eyes, holding his hands. I got unexpectedly choked up, with how much I love him. And dancing with him at the reception!
Groom's favorite part of the entire event: Seeing her for the first time all day coming down the aisle, wearing the necklace I gave her as a surprise earlier. Gifts for Wedding Party: Groomsman: blue paisley tie Bridesmaids: Swarovrski earrings, candle Guest Favors: Handmade marshmallows, made by Cloud 9 Marshmallows, of Gulfport Funniest moment of the event: During the ceremony, when the pastor accidentally said "do you take your husband..." to the groom! Thankfully, the groom corrected him with "wife"! ​ 
Katie Wyly + Andrew West
October 22, 2016
photography by Ann Madden Photography 
The Bay goes to New Orleans for a sparkling evening wedding at City Park's Botanical Gardens.
Marie LaFrance + Brent Richardson
Martha Whitney Butler + Wesley Lucas Debenport
Wedding theme: Bay-centric
Ceremony Took Place: Christ Episcopal Church Reception: Bay-Waveland Yacht Club Wedding Planner: French Potager Photographer: Ann Madden Photography and Design Places Couple Registered: Neiman Marcus, Bay Life, Gourmet Galley, and Picket Fence Invitations: Pond Switch Press. Letterpress by artist Vicki Niolet with help from bride and friends. All invitation addresses were done by a local calligrapher and wax sealed by the bride. Calligraphy: Noel Allen. This was one of my favorite things about my wedding. Not only did I learn a new art form, Vicki taught me how to use her antique Chandler-Price letterpress machine, as well as her industrial paper cutter. I loved walking away from that experience with a new skill under my belt. She even let me bring friends to help run the press! It was one of the coolest things I got to do for my wedding. Bay-Waveland accommodations for wedding party: Abode Guest House and local rentals Bridal Luncheon: Christ Episcopal Church Rehearsal Dinner: Christ Episcopal Church, catered by Bacchus on the Beach Hair: Keith Alexander/Mane Salon Makeup: Renewing Touch Therapies Florals: French Potager Bay Bride Retrospective
A look back at the 16 Bay weddings we've featured here and a look forward to a new tool that will help future couples plan their dream Bay St. Louis wedding!
Katherine Holland + Brandon Rios: October 17, 2015, photography by Brittney Bostick
Chloe Harvill + Bret Foreman
September 5, 2015
An intimate wedding on the town's Shoofly Oak breaks into a second line - complete with the Raw Oyster Marching Club bridesmaids! - photos by William Colgin
Mix in an all-American holiday, a community seafood festival, and a powerful sense of place and you've got a wedding that outshines the fireworks!
Annette Spotorno + Cory Jordan
July 4th, 2015
June 13th, 2015
Brittney Anderson + Logan Murray
Tying the knot takes on new meaning in this nautical themed wedding at the Bay-Waveland Yacht Club!
- photos by Julie Holmes A romantic B&B in the heart of Old Town provides the perfect setting for a sweet ceremony and memorable reception. April 11, 2015 Noel Nadine Nami & Charles Edward Lizana  Kelsey Cannon & Brandon Cobb
March 21, 2015
This couple's lovely traditional ceremony transitions into a remarkable reception - in a community hall that's been transformed into a romantic and elegant ballroom.
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