Tying the Knot
RSVP’s 2013 Wedding Fashion Shoot
Photography Steve Roberts | Creative Direction Leah Fitzpatrick | Styling Chris Pugh | Assistants Kristen Miller and Rachel Warren | Makeup Sam Venable of Gia Marina 901-6855020 | Hair Candy Goin of Schonheits Salon 901-758-5042 | Models Savannah White and David Cupp of MACS/AMAX | Location Courtesy of the Memphis Yacht Club
Rivini by Rita Vinieris Dress and Earrings, Maggie Louise Bridal Boutique; Suit, Tie and Dress Shirt, James Davis; Sunglasses-Model’s Own
Watters Brides Dress, All About Weddings; Handmade Floral Fascinator with Headband, Makowsky Millinery; Necklace, Bob Richards Jewelers; Ring, Las Savell Jewelry
Maggie Sottero Dress, Low’s Bridal and Formal; Earrings, Doris McLendon’s Fine Jewelry; Ring, King Furs and Fine Jewelry
Encore by Watters Dress and Horse Hair Brim Hat, Low’s Bridal and Formal; Bracelet, Doris McLendon’s Fine Jewelry; Ring, South House Fine Jewelry; Bouquet, Le Fleur
Suit, Tie and Dress Shirt, James Davis; Groom’s Ring, Peter D. Poole Fine Jewelers; Mikaella Dress and Rhinestone Headband, Maggie Louise Bridal Boutique; Bracelet and Bride’s Ring, Mednikow
Watters Brides Dress, All About Weddings; Kathy Ireland Fox Stole, The Fur Vault at Macy’s; Earrings and Ring, Peter D. Poole Fine Jewelers
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Photos by Russell Hays Photography www.rhbrides.com
TERRELL & HARDIN 5 • 12 • 12
Lindsey Terrell had known Chase Hardin since high school, but it wasn’t until her twin sister married his brother that she started thinking of him as more than a school chum. In fact, he was the perfect guy for her. Chase, an avid golfer, introduced Lindsey to the game during their courtship. After a romantic proposal at Mirimichi, they chose to marry there on May 12, 2012.
The couple worked with Airika Wallace at LEO Events to feature Mirimichi’s stunning natural beauty while creating a romantic setting with fun touches for their nearly 400 guests. Lindsey wore a fitted ivory couture gown from ENZOANI, and her bridal party wore short ivory dresses with black sashes. Lindsey’s sister Lacey, as matron of honor, wore the same style dress as the bridesmaids, but with an ivory sash. Chase wore an ivory suit, while the eight groomsmen wore black suits and ties. Rain moved the outdoor ceremony into the reception tent, where guests dined and danced to the music of Johnny Mac and The Heart Attacks. For the reception, Lindsey donned a short white cocktail dress by Bebe. The couple honeymooned in Ocho Rios, Jamaica before returning home to Memphis, where Chase works for his father’s State Farm agency and Lindsey works for the corporate office of Tan-N-Go.
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Photos by C.M. Neal Photography www.cmnealphotography.net
WILLIAMS & HARRIS 6 • 15 • 12
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legance at its best, the black tie wedding of LaToya L. Williams, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lenoris Williams, and Brian E. Harris, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Harris, was held on June 15, 2012 at the Esplanade Memphis, located in Cordova. Both the wedding and reception were held in the same location, beginning at 7 p.m., before 200 guests. The night before the wedding, a rehearsal dinner took place at Ruth’s Chris Steak House, while the next afternoon, decorators transformed the ballrooms at the Esplanade into an intimate formal wedding, which was coordinated by Ms. Veda Bankhead and Mrs. Marvia Balfour-Coleman. Dr. Frank A. Thomas (former Senior Pastor of Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church) performed the ceremony, and renowned Memphis artists Will Graves & Soul, Mark Baker, Mrs. Carla Tolbert-Taylor and Ms. Deborah Manning Thomas serenaded guests. A performance by Ms. Sue “Mama Sue” Roseberry from BET’s “Sunday Best” also surprised those in attendance. In celebration of their vows, LaToya wore a stunning, silk couture gown by designer Angelina Faccenda, while Brian wore a custom tuxedo from tailor Michael C. Thomas Bespoke of Memphis. The night concluded with the couple leaving in a white vintage Rolls-Royce. Afterward, the newlyweds honeymooned in Hawaii for 10 days.
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Photos by Ramblin’ Rose Photography www.ramblinrosephotography.com
DEROUSSE & HEHN 07 • 14 • 12
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risten DeRousse, daughter of Ms. Rebecca DeRousse and Mr. Larry DeRousse, and Richard Hehn, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Hehn, had a vision for their wedding, one of tradition, but one that also included a celebration to be enjoyed by their friends and family. The classic and elegant ceremony took place at First Presbyterian Church in downtown Memphis on July 14, 2012 and was followed by a reception at The Columns, where the party started with guests seeing beautiful flower arrangements by L&jay Productions and enjoying delicious food by Heart & Soul Catering. The night continued with entertainment by The Soul Shockers that kept the dance floor full all night long. The bride wore an Allure bridal gown that also held true to the theme of the wedding, with the top boasting a sweetheart neckline with beading to fulfill the classic vibe of the ceremony. The dress also had a full ball gown style skirt with ruffles—a unique and whimsical feature perfect for the “party.” Kristen and Richard had a large, Southern wedding party with 10 attendants on each side. The wedding turned out just as planned with a good time had by all. Kristen enjoyed the planning portion of the wedding so much that she and her mother have started an event planning company called Simply Perfect Weddings and Events.
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Photos by AM Photography www.amphotography.us
GALLOWAY & COLTHARP 9 • 8 • 12
Friends for years who eventually became a couple, Virginia Lynn Galloway and Thomas Collins Coltharp Jr. wed on September 8, 2012 at
Hedge Farm in Red Banks, Mississippi. Brother Barry Male Jr. of First Methodist Church in New Albany, Mississippi performed the marriage ceremony in a perfect outdoor setting surrounded by the wedding party and more than 300 friends and family. Virginia, who goes by “Ginny,” is the daughter of Craig and Frances Galloway of Germantown, and Collins is the son of Tom and Kelly Coltharp of New Albany. The ceremony was beautiful in every way, and the reception amazing with its “down-home” feel, both thanks to the assistance of John Loftin, owner of Hedge Farm, and John Carroll, wedding coordinator. DJ Stacy provided the music to keep the fun going for guests, who raved about the pies and cakes from Sugaree’s Bakery in New Albany and the delicious food by Diedre Anderson of Holly Springs, Mississippi. The couple left in a 1965 Mustang convertible with well-wishing guests ringing small white cowbells to end an unforgettable day. Ginny and Collins then celebrated their nuptials with a mini-trip to downtown Memphis with plans for a two-week trek exploring the mountains of Colorado while continuing from Montana to Washington State and Vancouver. The couple now resides in Memphis.
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Photos by Steve Roberts Photography www.steverobertsphoto.com
MAROLA & BIGGS 9 • 29 • 12
Donald Biggs completely surprised Christine “Chrissy” Marola with a ring on Christmas Eve at what she thought was a family dinner. Shortly thereafter, wedding plans were set in motion. Christine enlisted the help of her friend and wedding coordinator Joelle Scholl, owner of The Barefoot Bride.
Christine and Donald were married on the rooftop of the legendary Peabody hotel on September 29, 2012 at six in the evening. Pastor Milton Carroll of Hope Presbyterian Church officiated at the ceremony. Christine was given in marriage by her mother and father, Elizabeth and Gary Morris. The maid of honor was Hollie Williams, and bridesmaids were Stephanie Wilburn and Mali Marola, Christine’s niece. Honorary bridesmaids were Jennifer Martin and Jennifer Wagner-Lewis. The groom’s son, Brent Biggs, was his best man. Groomsmen were Logan Biggs, son of Donald, Greg Marx and Jeff Pitman. After the ceremony, the reception was held in The Peabody’s Skyway Ballroom. The room was beautifully decorated with calla lilies and candlelight. Guests enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres followed by dinner and dancing, which was made possible by Ken Nelson, The Peabody’s event coordinator. “For us, everything about our wedding was perfect,” Christine said. “What made it even more special was being surrounded by our family and friends, who traveled from both coasts and many places in between to celebrate the beginning of our new lives together.”
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Photos by Fredtography www.fredrickpowell.com
HINTON & HASSEL 10 • 20 • 12
Dr. Danielle Hinton, daughter of Mrs. Helen Hinton of Hueytown, Alabama and the late Mr. Ebb Hinton, and Sean Hassel, son of Mr. and Mrs.
Mike Hassel of Bellefontaine, Ohio, were married in an intimate setting on the patio of the lake house at Aldridge Gardens in Hoover, Alabama. A harpist was the featured musician during the morning ceremony, which took place on October 20, 2012. The bride was dressed in a Badgley Mischka design, while the groom wore a tuxedo from Vera Wang’s men’s collection. Surrounded by black and white décor with red flowers, guests listened to entertainment provided by jazz recording artist Eric Essix. They also enjoyed mimosas and hors d’oeuvres before a luncheon of Southern-style dishes. In lieu of a groom’s cake, guests received favors of individually boxed cupcakes in the groom’s favorite flavor, lemon. As a tribute to the bride, a former cheerleader, and the groom, an avid Ohio State University sports fan, the guests bid them farewell while waving red pompoms. The couple rode away in a white 1959 Jaguar for a weekend retreat at a nearby spa resort. They later honeymooned at a luxury resort on the island of Ambergris Caye in Belize.