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WINTER 2023
REAL WEDDINGS
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Elizabeth Beck Roney + Ryan Paterson Zarzour
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Taylor Wood + Jared Rome
62 Evelyn Rohrbough + Race Cannedy
ARTICLES
26 Your Guest List
Tips for deciding who makes the list
56 Southern Elegance
Advice for planning a Southern Winter Wedding
EDITORIAL
9 Winter Delight
Winter wedding inspiration at Fort Condé Inn
49 Marry & Bright
Christmas wedding fashion and decor
featuring Santa & Mrs. Claus
FINE DINING SPOTLIGHT
34
Bistro Saint Emanuel
PHOTO CREDIT: Rae Leytham Photography
from the Real Wedding Feature of
Elizabeth Beck Roney + Ryan Paterson Zarzour
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STYLING:
Sarah Alleman
PHOTOGRAPHY:
Stefani Marie Photography
ON LOCATION
Fort Condé Inn,
Mobile, AL
FLORALS
The Shade Tree
Floral Events & Design
GOWN + TUXEDO
I Do Bridal & Formal
HAIR + MAKEUP:
Alexis Ruby Artistry Collective
MODELS:
Ashley + Jordan Mitchell
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WINTER
delight
delight
WINTER
delight
delight
A FASHION +
DECOR EDITORIAL
AT FORT CONDÉ INN
MOBILE, ALABAMA
A FASHION +
DECOR EDITORIAL
AT FORT CONDÉ INN
MOBILE, ALABAMA
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The elegant wedding invitation
suite by Betty Lu Paperie features
superb details including custom
envelope liners and wax seals
that capture the luxurious floral
inspiration for the editorial, silk
ribbon, and vintage postage.
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Ashley is wearing an ethereal and romantic, off-the-shoulder sheer
gown with delicate 3D floral lace accented with subtle beading and
pearl details. The gown, available at I Do Bridal & Formal, features
blouson sleeves and a strapless, sweetheart bodice with a subtle
plunging neckline. The skirt opens at the thigh for a high skirt split.
Ashley’s makeup and hair by Alexis Ruby Artistry Collective is the
epitome of natural glam with her hair falling gracefully in Hollywood
waves and her makeup enhancing her natural beauty.
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(above) Ashley carries a hand-tied bouquet of ivory, blush and burgundy blooms
by Glen Jenkins of The Shade Tree Floral Events & Design.
(left) For the ceremony backdrop in Fort Condé Inn’s courtyard, Jenkins created lush, low
floral arrangements that create a garden-like setting for the couple to share their vows.
(both) Our groom, Jordan, is wearing the Heather Grey Clayton suit by Allure Men, available at I Do Bridal &
Formal. This suit features ultra slim styling with a self-framed notch lapel jacket with double besom pockets.
Sarah Alleman Photography
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For the reception look, Jordan is
wearing an elegant Navy Sterling Slim
Fit Wedding Suit by Michael Kors,
available at I Do Bridal & Formal.
Ashley is wearing a fashion-forward, yet
timeless lace high-neck wedding dress
from I Do Bridal & Formal. The gown
features a wide open keyhole back,
ornate train, tattoo-lace long sleeves
and side cutouts that contour the figure.
To complement the gown, Alexis
Ruby Artistry Collective transformed
her hair and makeup, opting for an
elegant updo with wispy curls framing
her face and a more dramatic eye
and a pop of pink on her lips.
Photos this page: Sarah Alleman Photography
Stefani Marie Photography
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This 3-tier confection by
The Bakehouse features lines
from Pablo Neruda’s poem “I
Love You Without Knowing
How” on the middle tier.
The cake is displayed on a round
gold floral cake stand from Gulf
Coast Events & Rentals in the
parlor of Fort Condé Inn’s
Hall-Ford House in front of the
marble fireplace covered with
lush florals by The Shade Tree
Floral Events & Design. The
cake table is draped with Gulf
Coast Events & Rentals Sand
Louvre Linen and surrounded
with florals repurposed from
the ceremony setting.
about the cake
about the cake
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details
details
It’s so important to take time as newlyweds
to have a moment just for the two of you.
A private dinner is the perfect opportunity.
For this sweetheart table, Glen Jenkins with
The Shade Tree Floral Events & Design
created a beautiful centerpiece with fresh
fruit and tea lights nestled underneath.
A mauve velvet linen from Gulf Coast Events
& Rentals graces the table and their Oak Louis
Chairs provide seating for the newlyweds.
On the table, also from Gulf Coast Events
& Rentals, are glass chargers with gold rims
and their Gold Rim Collection plates. Glasses
from their Modern collection, Vintage Gold
Silverware and gold napkins grace each
place. Menus by Betty Lu Paperie match the
stationery suite tying the theme together.
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Nestled within the enchanting embrace of Fort Conde
Village, where the stars once gracefully descended upon
Alabama, the Fort Condé Inn stands as a testament to
centuries of history and Southern charm. Nine distinct
historic properties, each dating back to the early 19th
century, create a singular masterpiece of hospitality.
As you step onto the grounds of the Fort Condé Inn,
you are transported to a bygone era, where time seems
to stand still, and the echoes of history whisper through
the air. This one-of-a-kind historic hotel invites you
to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of the past
while indulging in the epitome of modern luxury.
Beyond the charming facades, the Inn boasts a
commitment to the highest standards of luxury.
Immerse yourself in the sumptuous spaces, where
every detail has been thoughtfully curated to
ensure an event that transcends the ordinary.
about the venue
about the venue
about the car
about the car
Ashley and Jordan make their exit in A Bride’s Ride’s
1958 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Convertible. This
car is a masterpiece of design, engineering, and
styling featuring an Olympic White exterior with a
black and white leather interior. Its iconic rear fins
and elegant grille are spectacular in photos!
Photos both pages: Sarah Alleman Photography
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CREATIVE DIRECTION
CREATIVE DIRECTION
Sarah Alleman
Sarah Alleman
PHOTOGRAPHY
PHOTOGRAPHY
Sarah Alleman Photography
Sarah Alleman Photography
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sarahallemanphotography.com
Stefani Marie Photography
Stefani Marie Photography
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ON LOCATION
ON LOCATION
Fort Condé Inn
Fort Condé Inn
fortcondeinn.com
fortcondeinn.com
FLORALS
FLORALS
The Shade Tree Floral
The Shade Tree Floral
Events & Design
Events & Design
theshadetreefloralevents.com
theshadetreefloralevents.com
GOWNS + TUXEDOS
GOWNS + TUXEDOS
I Do Bridal & Formal
I Do Bridal & Formal
idobridalformal.com
idobridalformal.com
HAIR + MAKEUP
HAIR + MAKEUP
Alexis Ruby Artistry Collective
Alexis Ruby Artistry Collective
alexisrubyartistry.com
alexisrubyartistry.com
WEDDING CAKE
WEDDING CAKE
The Bakehouse
The Bakehouse
facebook.com/thebakehouse251
facebook.com/thebakehouse251
INVITATIONS
INVITATIONS
Betty Lu Paperie
Betty Lu Paperie
bettylupaperie.com
bettylupaperie.com
RENTALS
RENTALS
Gulf Coast Events & Rentals
Gulf Coast Events & Rentals
gcrent.com
gcrent.com
VINTAGE CAR
VINTAGE CAR
A Bride’s Ride
A Bride’s Ride
abridesride.com
abridesride.com
MODELS
MODELS
Ashley Mitchell + Jordan Mitchell
Ashley Mitchell + Jordan Mitchell
JEA Model Management
JEA Model Management
Photo Credit: Guest Photographer Alex Ishee Photography