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Strike up the band! Guests knew Peyton Elizabeth LoCicero
and James Boëhringer “Beau” Trist’s celebration would be something special even before some dubbed it Louisiana’s “wedding of the year!”
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No detail was overlooked in the events planned by Peyton’s mom, who was lured out of retirement as a highly sought after wedding guru to add her legendary flair to the festivities. Heidi’s one request was to fully enjoy her role as mother of the bride, so the ZEvent staff became an integral part of the wedding dream team. Their love of the city and desire to make the weekend a family affair made New Orleans the perfect backdrop. The new Higgins Hotel served as “home base” for the weekend. A reception featuring the couple’s signature drinks and a jazz band welcomed out-of-towners. The bridesmaids luncheon at Commander’s Palace was hosted by family friends in Peyton’s honor. The groom’s late aunt, the restaurant’s original grand dame, Ella Brennan, was known for saying, “I don’t want a restaurant where a jazz band can’t come marching through!” So, that is exactly what the Kinfolk Brass Band did! Restauranteurs Dickie Brennan, Beau’s godfather, and Lauren Brower, his godmother, welcomed the bridal party to the rehearsal dinner at Dickie Brennan’s Steakhouse hosted by the groom’s parents. A special video by Peyton’s news team brought hearty laughter! After a private “first look,” the church bells at Old Saint Patrick’s Church rang out. Guests entered through an arch of 2,000 white roses, ranunculus, peonies and hydrangeas designed by Sue Rudiger of Beth’s Flowers. A trumpeter heralded Peyton and her father’s arrival, as organist Andrew Mills played The Formal Wedding March. Her Vagabond Bridal in South Africa, was made from dove-white sequin lace with a structured bodice, scoop open back and a dramatic scalloped statement train. For her church look, the bride wore a full tulle overskirt with a hand-beaded belt. 76
Inside Northside
photos: PURE 7 STUDIO
contemporary, off-the-shoulder gown, by Valery Zelenyuk of
