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When and how did you meet?
John Robert and I are a Bumble success story! Per Bumble’s rules, I messaged John Robert first. Fortunately for John Robert, the topic of my message was football, as football is one of his interests. Unfortunately for John Robert, I am not a huge football fan and soon stopped replying to his football-themed messages. A couple months later, John Robert decided to message me again, this time skipping the small talk and taking a more direct approach. He told me his name, expressed interest in taking me out on a coffee date, and asked for my number. On our first date, we talked for hours, only leaving the coffee shop when its employees began to close for the night. Wanting to continue our time together, John Robert suggested we go for ice cream at Jeni’s and walk around the 12 South neighborhood. By evening’s end, we both had a feeling this would be our last first date.
2. Looking back on the day, what is your most vivid memory or cherished moment?
I surprised my dad with a patch that went on the back of his tie. It read, “Dad, of all the walks we’ve taken, this one is my favorite." I also did a “first look” with him. He wrote me a sweet letter and read it to me before the wedding. It is a memory I will cherish forever.
3. What advice would you give to other brides-to-be?
My advice to couples would be to regularly take time off from planning and go on dates! Engagement is a really short, sweet, and beautiful time and you do not want to look back at it and only remember the stress. I also recommend going to multiple bridal boutiques and trying on different gowns. Choose some styles you would not normally wear. You might just be surprised at what you end up with!
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The Details
Venue: Scarritt Bennett Center and The Bell Tower
Photographer: Rebecca Denton Photography
Videographer: White Heart Wedding Films
Planner: the bride!
Florist: Belles Fleurs Designs
Cake: Dessert Designs
Caterer: The Bell Tower
Paper Goods: Dear Addie Fine Stationery
Calligraphy: Erin Lowe
Rentals: Infinity Hospitality
Linens: Over the Top Rental Linens and Music City Tents
Music: The Respectables
Transportation: FADDs Party Bus
Bride’s gown: Danielle’s Bridal – l’amour by calla blanche
Bride’s shoes: Antonio Melani
Bride’s jewelry: Dillards
Hair stylist: Lunatic Fringe and Hair by Lynn Peadro
Makeup artist: Lunatic Fringe
Bridesmaids’ dresses: Danielle’s Bridal - Mori Lee
Groom’s formalwear: Michael Kors
Groomsmen’s formalwear: Michael Kors