DARK & DREAMY

PRODUCER STEPHANIE MAXWELL NEWTON PHOTOGRAPHER RETT PEEK STYLIST STEPH SMITH

Three-tier wedding cake with buttercream icing and berry filling, topped with flowers by Tipton & Hurst. Ambrosia Bakery Co., Hot Springs, ambrosiabakeryco.com

1 Bridal bouquet of burgundy dahlias, ‘Playa Blanca’ roses, ivory ranunculuses, burgundy coffeeberries, white snowberries, astrantias, and ‘After Dark’ peppermint willow wrapped with satin ribbon. Tipton & Hurst, Conway, Little Rock, North Little Rock, and Pine Bluff, tiptonhurst.com

2 Custom gold foil invitation suite with coordinating envelope liner, reply card, and table number. Shindig Paperie, Fayetteville, instagram. com/shindigpaperie

3 & 4 Costa Nova “Fauna” salad/dessert plate from the Elements collection and Busatti “Donna di Coppe Taupe” Italian linen napkin. Tipton & Hurst, Conway, Little Rock, and Pine Bluff, tiptonhurst.com

Moody hues and organic influence make for a refined, romantic affair

Wedding Jewelry 101

We sat down with Bill Jones, CEO of Sissy’s Log Cabin and GIA Certified Gemologist, to learn from a pro how to pick out wedding jewelry

DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE FOR BRIDES AND GROOMS SHOPPING FOR WEDDING BANDS?

We encourage couples to shop together so they can try on various styles and receive feedback from each other. In store, we help them measure their ring sizes, discover what styles suit them best, and try on bands to find ones they love. We can work with almost any budget and have in-house financing available so couples can enjoy shopping and celebrating their love without worrying about breaking the bank.

WHAT PIECES DO YOU SUGGEST COUPLES CONSIDER TO COMPLETE THEIR

WEDDING DAY LOOKS? Some brides prefer simple, sophisticated jewelry for their big day, while others embrace the opportunity for a glamorous look. I always recommend a stunning pair of earrings along with a bracelet and necklace for her, and a classic pair of cufflinks with a handsome timepiece for him. With our wide variety of styles and designers available, couples will find pieces perfectly matched to their styles that they can wear for years to come.

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE MOST POPULAR BRIDE AND GROOM GIFTS FOR THE SPECIAL

DAY? Weddings are a sentimental time, so we always recommend selecting a gift with meaning. Many of our pieces can be engraved with initials, your wedding date, or even a short message. Another great gift idea is to purchase a special wedding-day jewelry piece for your soon-to-be spouse, such as a watch or gemstone jewelry. We love helping our customers find the perfect gifts, and we are committed to providing exceptional, trustworthy service for

a lifetime. To browse an extraordinary jewelry selection, stop by your nearest Sissy’s Log Cabin or shop online at sissyslogcabin.com.

photo by Benjamin Martin Photography

The Hot Springs Country Club is a full-service venue for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, banquets, events and catering. The banquet staff at HSCC wants to ensure you have a relaxed and stress-free wedding day. Come see our beautiful banquet room with its wraparound veranda overlooking our state-of-the-art golf course. When it comes to your wedding, our banquet coordinator works with you; taking care of all the details to make sure your day is perfect!