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As you probably know, June is Pride Month around the world, and it’s something we are thrilled to celebrate each year. In 1970, the first Gay Pride marches were held to commemorate the Stonewall uprising, which had taken place in New York the previous year. The name is said to have come from New York activist Brenda Howard, who was nicknamed the “Mother of Pride” and organized the first parade, according to CNN.
In Atlanta, our Pride Parade takes place in October, but we can still recognize and honor the importance of this month with a look back at some of the LGBTQ+ weddings and celebrations we have been part of over the years. Join us for this beautiful walk down memory lane.
Free Spirit Wedding
We’ll start with this Free Spirit Wedding during which our dear friends Philip and Robert tied the knot. After a two decades of romance and a dramatic proposal, these two celebrated with 50 close friends and family and 1,200 bright-orange Free Spirit roses at a ceremony and reception atop the Four Seasons Hotel. As rain spattered the windows, which had been decorated with the couple’s logo, the weather only added to the moody, sophisticated atmosphere.
Tabletops were simple and resplendent with specialty linens and embroidered napkins. We accented the white and silvery palette with branded elements like cocktail napkins, matchboxes and custom chocolate bars. A cake like no other mimicked the cityscape location. With a live jazz band followed by a DJ, there was plenty of dancing, and, of course, a hora.
The Brides Wore White
At a private home on Lake Spivey, Blanca and Nguyen welcomed 50 guests for an elegant wedding that paid homage to their elevated taste and style. We can’t say enough about the chicness of this event, which relied on white florals in glass and silver vases, white linens and white napkins under a large tent with a classic crystal chandelier.
After the happy couple said “I do” at a picture-perfect spot overlooking the lake, they adjourned for the tented reception. We provided life-size altar arrangements, estate dining, sunglass stations, and relaxing lounge furniture in addition to the stunning table settings. The reception ended with a sparkler send off to their happily ever after.
Modern Southern Wedding
Looking to create a wedding that honored the “New South,” Michael and Brandon took their vows in the heart of Midtown Atlanta at The Peachtree Club on the 28th floor. They benefited from a perfect view of the Atlanta skyline, and guests enjoyed a relaxed outdoor wedding where music played, and dancing was encouraged.
The dual themes of the South and Atlanta were carried throughout the décor (yellow and blue), the drinks (custom bottles of Coca-Cola), and the cake (decorated with the city’s skyline). The grooms shared a romantic couples dance to open the floor, and soon, everyone was joining in on the fun. The only thing missing was the couple’s dog Queso, but they brought him along as a cutout who requested that everyone sign the guest book.
Anniversary in the Virgin Islands
It’s been a few years since we planned the destination anniversary celebration on Necker Island, BVI, but our memory of this amazing event has not faded. At this love-filled weekend, Tommy and Aaron hosted family and friends to recognize their 20th anniversary. The four-day event featured an elegant hot pink and navy blue color palette and offered a tropical oasis combining beautiful florals and personal touches.
We maintained a detailed and cohesive event scheme throughout all of the celebrations. Highlights included custom luggage tags, monogrammed napkins, nightlight room drops, specialty linens, custom sarongs, and engraved oathing stones. As a final touch, we created thematic hangover kits to keep all guests looking and feeling their best under the sunny island skies.
