A sweet Southern wedding with a must-see custom groom’s table

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Holland and Dylan first met in 2012 at Jackson Preparatory School before Holland transferred to attend a new school. Three years later, in Oxford, Mississippi, fate intervened as they coincidentally found themselves attending the first Ole Miss football game of the year. Two weeks later, they officially started their journey together, and the rest (as they say) is history! Eight years later, they said "I do" at The Jefferson Oxford with the help of Gavin Snyder and captured by Chelsea Duff Photography.

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The perfect morning venue

The morning of the wedding, Holland and her bridesmaids arrived at The Jefferson where they were met with the perfect balance of warmth and hospitality. Mimosas, coffee, and a delicious breakfast set the tone for the day, and hair and makeup quickly followed.

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Something blue wedding shoes

Contrary to her initial vision of an all-lace dress, Holland opted for a simple yet classy white gown from Bridal Path that was elegant and timeless. To add a touch of lace, she adorned her veil with a delicate lace trim, which also matched the cake table linen overlay later at the reception. Holland's favorite part of her outfit thought? The shoes!

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Light blue satin bridesmaids dresses

Bridesmaids donned light blue satin dresses from AW Bridal, with each silhouette and style personalized to their individual preferences, while Dylan and the groomsmen wore black tuxedos with matching blue ties. Dylan stood out from the group with a white tie.

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A simple ceremony set-up

The bride and groom kept their ceremony style timeless with white draping, a cross decorated with the perfect combination of muted summer florals, and simple white chairs for guests.

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A blue and white floral canvas

The floral design by Fresh Cut focused on vibrancy and playfulness. Even though she started with a color scheme of light blue, green, and white, Holland felt inspired to add more colorful fun. Her Pinterest board evolved, incorporating additional colors that complemented the original palette that resulted in a bold and joyful floral display.

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A personalized groom's table

Food by Elizabeth Heiskell played a significant role in reflecting the bride and groom's personalities. The couple incorporated their favorite childhood treat, grilled cheese, with a dedicated grilled cheese bar. Donuts, their beloved midnight snack, made an appearance as a late-night snack at the wedding, as well! The groom's table featured game food such as turkey and duck he had hunted himself, tying in Dylan's passion for hunting and the outdoors.

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Elegant funfetti cake

The cake by The Turquoise Chandelier was a true highlight of the event, capturing the sweet and fun essence of their wedding theme. With multiple flavors, including the couple's favorite - funfetti! - the cake mirrored the vibrant celebration with cascading flowers for an extra touch of elegance.

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Reflections from the planner

“It was an honor to plan and design such a beautiful wedding celebration for Holland and Dylan. When I am designing a wedding for a client, my goal is to always have the room be a reflection of the couple and the bride. Colorful lush florals accompanied with soft blue and white linens were the perfect combination of sweet and fun. It was apparent that Holland and Dylan bring so much joy to everyone around them, so it was inspiring to see such an amazing space come together for them alongside their friends and family to celebrate such a milestone in their lives," shared their planner, Gavin Snyder.

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After-the-fact advice from the bride

When it comes to budget-saving tips, Holland advises couples not to stress too much. While weddings can be expensive, it's important to enjoy the process and not fret over the minor details.

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