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A Fashion & Decor Editorial at Hotel
Provincial in New Orleans’ French Quarter
PHOTO CREDIT: Katie Byrd Photography
from the Real Wedding Feature of
Lauren Wright + Peyton Meadows
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ON LOCATION
Hotel Provincial
New Orleans, LA
PHOTOGRAPHY
Welch Photography & Video
GOWN
Bliss Bridal
FLORALS
Violeta’s
HAIR + MAKEUP:
Amanda Bravender,
Brittany Spreen + Kasey Smith
for AHB Hair and Makeup
FINE JEWELRY
Diamonds Direct
TABLE DECOR
Jeffrey Clark Style
MODEL:
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A FASHION + DECOR EDITORIAL
AT HOTEL PROVINCIAL
IN NEW ORLEANS’ FRENCH QUARTER
ROMANCE
STYLED BY: PK WEDDINGS & EVENTS
PHOTOGRAPHY BY: WELCH PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO
PHOTOGRAPHY BY: WELCH PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO
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Hotel Provincial is a historic, family-
owned-and-operated boutique hotel
in New Orleans’ French Quarter.
The hotel is comprised of several
buildings dating to as early as 1725.
The property features picturesque
courtyards, charming fountains and
historic details around every corner.
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Floral-inspired peach perfection! This invitation
suite by Camellia Memories beautifully highlights
the Pantone Color of the Year for 2024, Peach Fuzz!
Fresh blooms from Violeta’s and antique charms and a
compact mirror from A Touch of Nola accent the flatlay.
Fine jewelry from Diamonds Direct include a 6MM
14K white gold men’s band with 32 brilliant round
diamonds totaling 0.18CTS, an engagement ring
18K white gold 4.97CT oval cut green sapphire
with 0.32CTS of brilliant round diamonds around
the halo and band, a bride’s wedding band in
14K white gold vine-style with 0.32CTS of
brilliant round diamonds, 18K yellow gold drop
earrings featuring 22.25CTS of untreated, heart
shaped yellow sapphires and 1.00CT of brilliant
round diamonds, and a 14K white gold bracelet
featuring 8.80CTS of multicolored sapphires
and 0.40CTS of brilliant round diamonds.
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Heather is wearing a silky, strapless
stretch Mikado gown with a chic,
clean silhouette by Allure Bridals,
available at Bliss Bridal. The back
features a dramatic, oversized bow.
Her jewelry includes a 14K white
gold solitaire engagement ring
with a 5.01CT cushion cut diamond
and 0.30CTS of diamonds around
the band; 18K white gold floral-
style hoops featuring 4.84CTS of
pear-shaped diamonds, 0.40CTS
of marquis shaped diamonds
and 0.60CTS of brilliant round
diamonds; a 14K white gold
riviera necklace with 10.00CTS
of horizontally set pear-shaped
diamonds; and a 14K white gold
right hand ring featuring 2.94CTS
of baguette and brilliant round cut
diamonds all from Diamonds Direct.
Heather’s hair by Kasey Smith of
AHB Hair & Makeup is styled in a
chic fishtail braid low ponytail. Her
makeup by Amanda Bravender
of AHB Hair and Makeup is
a dewy, natural glam look.
Ricky is wearing a Jean Yves White
Dinner Jacket with a peach bow
tie from Rome’s Tuxedos & Suits.
His wedding ring is a 8MM 14K
white gold satin-finish exterior
band with rose gold interior and
0.50CTS of princess cut diamonds
and he is also wearing a 14K
white gold right-hand ring with
a 2.00CT oval cut aquamarine
and 0.40CTS of brilliant round
diamonds from Diamonds Direct.
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At the center of Hotel Provincial’s
courtyard, this elegant fountain
is a favorite backdrop for
wedding ceremonies.
Violeta’s styled lush greenery
and flowers overflowing from the
fountain. Additional arrangements
sit at the base of the fountain and
grace the courtyard entry arch.
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(Above) His and Hers Vow Books
by Camellia Memories make a
wonderful wedding keepsake.
(Left + Below) Vintage table settings
and glassware from Jeffrey Clark Style
grace this elegant reception table styled
by PK Weddings & Events. Lush florals
by Violeta’s and fresh citrus overflow
from crystal and gold compotes.
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(Inset) Menus designed by Camellia Memories to complement
the wedding invitation suite grace each place setting.
(Left) Ornate gold flatware perfectly complements the
vintage tableware from Jeffrey Clark Style.
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Inspired by the statement bow from the Allure Bridals gown at Bliss Bridal, Chez Ru Rene
crafted this petite wedding cake with it’s own fondant bow. Gold leaf detail adds a subtle
shimmer to the top tier of the cake. A shimmery, pearl and gold overlay adds elegant texture
to the table. Colorful blooms by Violeta’s and vintage pink and gold champagne flutes from
Jeffrey Clark Style add pops of color to this cake table styled by PK Weddings & Events.
An antique convertible is the perfect
wedding photo opp, especially when it’s
overflowing with gorgeous blooms!
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Beyond the Bar’s vintage Piaggio Ape (pronounced
ah-pay) brings the bar wherever your event is! Here
PK Weddings & Events styled the bar with vintage
glassware and barware from Jeffrey Clark Style.
Custom signage by Camellia Memories showcases
the signature drinks - a St. Germain Old Fashioned
for Him and a Lavender & Mint Gin Julep for Her!
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