Ashley Jackson + Peter Rupp

Ashley Jackson & Peter Rupp AUGUST 8, 2020

“SMOOTH SAILING”

WRITTEN BY: Jessica Burke | PHOTOGRAPHER: Trevor Mark

Peter and Ashley's story began when the two were in high school, each a member of opposing sailing teams. Fortunately, theirs was a friendly rivalry and after 5 years as friends, their relationship blossomed into love when the two discovered they were both moving to Colorado. Ashley eventually found herself in New Orleans pursuing her Master's Degree in Architecture at Tulane; Peter found himself visiting her often.

For his 30th birthday, Ashley took Peter on a surprise trip to New York. Unbeknownst to her, he, too, had a surprise planned. Peter had no idea where they were going, but he did know one thing - he was going to propose when they got there! Peter's mother was confidant in both Ashley and Peter's secret plans and helped arrange a carriage ride in Central Park to make the occasion special. It was a rainy day in New York as they took photos in the carriage at Bethesda Fountain and Peter proposed. Ashley, of course, said yes!

The ceremony was short and sweet, and intimate," shares Ashley, adding it "might be [my] most favorite" part of the day. Ashley and Peter had just 19 guests at their wedding but were sure to make time to FaceTime their friends and family who could not attend in person. "Hanging out with everyone a lot because the party was so small was a silver lining to the whole ordeal," shares Ashley.

What a fun idea! Ashley and Peter hired Poet Laureate, Cubs the Poet, to write live poetry during the reception.

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ADDITIONAL CREDITS: PHOTOGRAPHY: Trevor Mark | VIDEO: Eskimo Love Stories | GETTING READY LOCATION: Heirloom AirBnB | CEREMONY + RECEPTION LOCATION: Felicity Church | OFFICIANT: Cody Clunan | REHEARSAL DINNER: Superior Seafood | BRIDE’S GOWN: Encore Bridal (dress), Wedding Belles (veil) BRIDESMAIDS’ GOWNS: David’s Bridal | MENSWEAR: Men’s Wearhouse | FLORAL + DECOR RENTALS: Crystal Vase Flowers | BAKERY: Dream Cakes, LLC CEREMONY MUSIC: Harry Hardin, New Orleans Classical and Jazz | RECEPTION ENTERTAINMENT: DJ Ronnie Roux | TRANSPORTATION: Need a Ride Nola HAIR + MAKEUP: Amanda Bravender, AHB Hair + Makeup | WEDDING PLANNER, Fresh Johnson, Elle R Jae Events | DECOR: Lovegood Vintage Rentals (lounge seating + dinner chairs), True Value Rental (dinnerware + linen) | LIGHTING: Firefly Ambiance | CATERER: My House Social (Justini Cocktails, Elysian Events Catering, Meribo Pizza) | FAVORS: My House Social (Salt & Light Pastry Co.) | SIGNAGE: Joyrich Designs Co. | MENU + ESCORT CARDS: Minted | JEWELRY + ACCESSORIES: Sterling Silvia (NOLA water meter cuffs + studs); Brackish (Groom + groomsmen's bowties); Pandora (Bridesmaids bracelets); Windsor Jewelry (Rings) INVITATIONS: Shine (wedding); The couple (Save the Dates) | POET: Cubs the Poet

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