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Explore our readers’ picks for
the best in the magnolia state.
           writer MELANIE M. WARD

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ATTIRE Best of Mississippi Weddings
                BRIDES                                        FINE JEWELRY                                           BRIDESMAIDS
                 Elle James                                        -TIE-                                               Bella Bridesmaids
          Ridgeland, ellejamesbridal.com                        Juniker Jewelry Co.                                 Ridgeland, bellabridesmaids.com
Elle James is a posh boutique catering strictly to               Madison, junikerjewelry.com                Find a vast selection of designer offerings in one
brides. Its curated selection of exclusive design-   This fourth-generation jeweler has long been           location, along with experts in wedding party at-
ers offers brides a unique selection that can be     held as one of the state’s finest in exceptional       tire. The Mississippi location of this boutique is
tailored to complement any taste. Make an ap-        jewelry. It’s coveted Heritage Collection has been     independently owned and operated, but it’s part
pointment today to be fitted for the dress of        a favorite of brides since its inception. Whether      of a national brand, allowing bridesmaids all over
wedding daydreams.                                   it’s a gorgeous Chrisscut diamond or a beautiful       the country to shop their current location or go
                                                     custom selection, she’s sure to be impressed.          online.

                                                               Van Atkins Jewelers
                                                         New Albany and Oxford, vanatkins.com
        Amelia Grace Bridal, Greenwood               Van Atkins is a premier jeweler in the state of
            Kay’s Kreations, Tupelo                                                                                      Kay’s Kreations, Tupelo
                                                     Mississippi. Brides hoping for a vintage cut and                 Lace Bridal Boutique, Brandon
         Lace Bridal Boutique, Brandon               ring mount know that Van Atkins will offer the
              Bridal Path, Jackson                                                                                         Mimi’s Bridal, Laurel
                                                     finest selection. Beautiful stones and settings are                   Bridal Path, Jackson
             Willow Bride, Tupelo                    a passion for this family-owned business, and                   The Bride & Groom, Columbus
                                                     hopeful grooms can rely on the selection and
                                                     service provided at Van Atkins.
                GROOM                                                                                                 GROOMSMEN
       Kinkade’s Fine Clothing                                                                                        Abraham’s Clothing
           Ridgeland, kinkades.com                                                                                  Cleveland, abrahamsclothing.com
When the groom wants the finest of men’s                       Albriton’s Jewelry, Jackson                  For decades, this family-owned clothier has been
clothing for that special day, look no further                 Jackson Jewelers, Flowood                    dressing men with a discerning taste for fashion-
than Kinkade’s. From fully tailored attire to the             Lynbar Jewelers, Greenwood                    able attire. And Abraham’s can do more than
coolest casual wear, Kinkade’s can outfit all of         Selman’s Jewelers-Gemologist, McComb               just dress men for everyday wear. Groomsmen
the men in any style wedding.                                     Sollberger’s, Ridgeland                   will appreciate the staff’s attention to detail, and
                                                                                                            brides will love the dapper selections.

                                                               RING BEARER
           Kay’s Kreations, Tupelo                                 -TIE-                                           Kinkade’s Fine Clothing, Ridgeland
             Mimi’s Bridal, Laurel
        The Bride & Groom, Columbus                            The Bride & Groom                                            Reed’s, Tupelo
      Thomas Brothers Formalwear, Oxford                  Columbus, thebrideandgroomms.com                          The Bride & Groom, Columbus
             Tuxes Too, Jackson                      Finding the perfect attire for one of the tiniest           Thomas Brothers Formalwear, Oxford
                                                     gentlemen is no big task at this full-service bridal                Tuxes Too, Jackson
                                                     salon. Its House of Tux tuxedo showrooms, with
         MOTHERS/                                    locations in Columbus and Starkville, are filled                 ACCESSORIES
      GRANDMOTHERS                                   with an array of options.
                                                                                                                    Lace Bridal Boutique
             The Bridal Path                                          Tuxes Too                                      Brandon, lacebridalboutique.com
          Jackson, bridalpathinc.com                               Jackson, tuxestoo.com                    Lace Bridal Boutique isn’t just a bridal boutique.
Since 1970, The Bridal Path has been helping         With an in-stock inventory of some of the finest       As the owner, Laura, is quick to share, it’s an ex-
brides and their bridal party find the perfect       lines in formalwear, attire for him as he processes    perience. With more than 25 years of working in
looks and fit. Now owned by Janie, Audrey, and       down the aisle is right on hand. Since 1990, Tuxes     the bridal industry, she brings her knowledge to
Amelia Jarvis, this mother-daughter team has         Too has been a go-to source for men’s formal-          her exquisite boutique. This one-stop shop for
refashioned this established brand to continue       wear of all sizes.                                     all things wedding will also provide expertise and
providing superior service for years to come.                                                               a grand selection of accessories to complement
                                                                                                            any gown.

                                                                 Kay’s Kreations, Tupelo
           Bella Bridesmaids, Ridgeland                     Kinkade’s Fine Clothing, Ridgeland                            Elle James, Ridgeland
               Fashion Post, Jackson                          Lace Bridal Boutique, Brandon                             Kay’s Kreations, Tupelo
             Kay’s Kreations, Tupelo                               Mimi’s Bridal, Laurel                                  Mimi’s Bridal, Laurel
          Lace Bridal Boutique, Brandon                               Reed’s, Tupelo                                       Bridal Path, Jackson
         The Bride & Groom, Columbus                                                                                 The Bride & Groom, Columbus
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ALTERATIONS                          FASHION JEWELRY                                         FLOWER GIRLS
                               Lauren B. Designs                            Material Girls                                     Kay’s Kreations
         Vicksburg, laurenbdesigns.com                              Flowood, Hattiesburg, and Ridgeland                     Tupelo, kaysformalwear.com
When altering a gown is as important as your                                shopmaterialgirls.com                 As one of the state’s largest bridal salons, Kay’s
wedding dress, trust it to only the best. Lauren              From stylish and sophisticated to fun and funky,    offers much more than wedding gowns. Its se-
Bussey of Vicksburg knows gowns. She’s altered                Material Girls offers an excellent selection of     lection of tuxes, prom dresses, and more makes
gowns for Miss Mississippi and brides for years.              baubles and beads to complement any outfit or       it the perfect shop to locate a dress for even the
Whether it’s the perfect prom dress, bridesmaid               gown. Whether it’s the perfect pair of earrings     smallest attendants in a bridal party.
gown, or the wedding dress of your dreams,                    for an engagement party or a beautiful beaded
when it’s perfectly tailored, it will fit like a glove.       pair for the big day, there will be something for
                                                              everyone at a great price.
                                                                                                                           Bella Bridesmaids, Ridgeland
                                                                                                                               Elle James, Ridgeland
                                                                                                                          Lace Bridal Boutique, Brandon
                                  Fashion Post, Jackson
                                                                   Apple Annie’s, Brandon and Madison               Sweet Dreams Children Boutique, Madison
                              Lace Bridal Boutique, Brandon
                                                                 Deep South Pout, Columbus and Starkville                       Bridal Path, Jackson
                                   Mimi’s Bridal, Laurel
                                Tailored to You, Madison           Elizabeth Clair’s, Jackson and Tupelo
                             The Bride & Groom, Columbus              I Just Have to Have It, Meridian
                                                                 Maison Weiss/MW2, Jackson and Oxford

                                                                                                                  CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Find the per-
                                                                                                                  fect gown at Elle James in Ridgeland. A
                                                                                                                  little one will feel like a princess in a flower
                                                                                                                  girl gown from Kay's Kreations in Tupelo.
                                                                                                                  Head to Abraham's in Indianola for a great
                                                                                                                  selection of attire for groomsmen.
ASHLEY UPCHURCH PHOTOGRAPY

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VENUES Best of Mississippi Weddings
                  RUSTIC                                     REHEARSAL DINNER                                                        NEW
  The Barn at Bridlewood of                                       Park Heights Restaurant                                         Camp 106
Hattiesburg and Bridlewood of                                        Tupelo, parkheightstupelo.com                           New Albany, camp106.com
                                                           Entertain your wedding party on the rooftop or        Located in the former Double Cola bottling
           Madison                                                                                               building, this delightful venue lends a smidge of
            Hattiesburg and Madison,                       inside in the main dining room. No matter where
                                                           the party is held at Park Heights, the food will      yesteryear with modern and rustic décor. From
           thebarnatbridlewood.com                                                                               60 people to 160, Camp 106 has a well-appointed
Two locations, same rustic elegance. Majestic              be the icing on the cake. Located in Tupelo’s
                                                           Fairpark District, executive chef Dan Schroeder       prep kitchen for caterers, seating, and can handle
barns with vaulted ceilings, lush lakeside settings,                                                             last-minute events.
and towering trees create beautiful backdrops              will delight guests with his upscale menu that in-
for wedding ceremonies and the subsequent                  cludes options like foie gras, lobster pot pie, and
celebrations. And with a central location and a            prime cuts of beef.
southern location, it’s easy to pick the perfect                                                                       Homestead at Brookhaven Nurseries,
setting.                                                                                                                         Brookhaven
                                                                                                                            LeighWoodPlace, Saltillo
                                                                          Char, Jackson                                 The Chapel in Livingston, Madison
                                                                    Restaurant Tyler, Starkville                             The Faulkner, Jackson
          Mississippi Indigo Pines, Lake
                                                                       Table 100, Flowood                                     The MAX, Meridian
             The Jefferson, Oxford
                                                               The Country Club of Jackson, Jackson
               The Lyric, Oxford
         The South Warehouse, Jackson
                                                             The Manship Wood Fired Kitchen, Jackson
                                                                                                                                 FORMAL
           The Watermark, Vicksburg
                                                                                                                 Southern Oaks House & Garden
                                                                      HISTORICAL                                         Hattiesburg, southernoaks.net
                                                                           Fairview Inn                          From intimate to grand, Southern Oaks is a one-
               OUTDOOR                                                  Jackson, fairviewinn.com                 stop shop for catering, florals, rentals, and a gor-
                                                                                                                 geous venue. Its picturesque setting offers areas
              McClain Lodge                                Built in 1908, this beautiful Colonial Revival
                                                                                                                 for entertaining guests and reciting vows, in-
               Brandon, mcclain.ms                         home-turned-inn is listed on the National Reg-
                                                           ister of Historic Places. Today it boasts several     doors or outside. Each space is adaptable for the
Nestled on 2,000 acres of countryside, McClain
                                                           luxurious suites, a restaurant, and a spa, and it’s   needs of almost any wedding, making dreams of
Lodge offers much more than perfect outdoor
                                                           an ideal place to host a wedding and reception.       the perfect day come true.
venues for weddings and celebrations. With
available lodging on-site, a unique general store,
restaurants, and catering, it’s a destination in itself.
From a picturesque lake to a rustic lodge, the op-
tions are endless. Where else can you have wed-                                                                        Mississippi Craft Center, Ridgeland
                                                                          Duling Hall, Jackson
ding photos photobombed by zebras?                                                                                          Old Capitol Inn, Jackson
                                                                  The Bottling Company, Hattiesburg
                                                                                                                    Reunion Golf and Country Club, Madison
                                                                    The Ice House Venue, Jackson
                                                                                                                            The Ivy Venue, Flowood
                                                                 The Mill at Mississippi State, Starkville
                                                                                                                         The Westin Jackson, Jackson
                                                                     Tupelo Cotton Mill, Tupelo
  The Hideaway at Reed’s Estate, Brookhaven
           Rasberry Greene, Soso                                     DESTINATION
             Rosegate, Florence
  The Farmstead at Woodson Ridge, Oxford                          Old Waverly Golf Club
         The Venue at Roseoak, Petal                                West Point, oldwaverly.com
                                                           Elegance and Southern charm combined with
                                                           posh accommodations and breathtaking views
                                                           make Old Waverly one of the state’s most pop-
                                                           ular wedding destinations.

                                                                     Jackson Yacht Club, Ridgeland
                                                                  Lake Tiak-O’Khata Resort, Louisville
                                                                     Providence Hill Farm, Jackson
                                                                    The Alluvian Hotel, Greenwood
                                                                    The White House Hotel, Biloxi

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: McClain Lodge in Brandon features
a host of outdoor locations for nuptials. Camp 106 in New Albany is
a great new location for an event with a modern and rustic atmosh-
phere. Make a date to visit Southern Oaks House and Garden in
Hattiesburg for the perfect celebration. Guests will enjoy a wedding
weekend event at Old Waverly Golf Club in West Point.

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DECOR Best of Mississippi Weddings
              FLOWERS                                               RENTALS                                                LIGHTING
      Jill Windham Floral Design                                         Eventful                                   Gulf South Productions
        Laurel, Facebook: Jill Windham                       Jackson, erikkeglereventful.com                     Hattiesburg, gulfsouthproductions.com
From grand events to petite affairs, Jill Windham    As a highly sought-after interior designer, Erik        Fondly referred to as GSP, this production pow-
can create any look tailored to wedding desires.     Kegler’s tastes are discerning and impeccable.          erhouse is the largest in south Mississippi. When
Lush greenery, exotic florals, and exciting and      Kegler’s Eventful event-planning not only plans         looking for lighting systems, power distribution,
fresh designs combine to provide each bride          for the most intimate celebrations and the              staging, and anything else technical, look no fur-
with the flowers of her dreams.                      grandest galas but his exquisite selections of avail-   ther. From large festivals to private functions,
                                                     able party rentals are also genuinely unmatched.        they’ve got you covered.

        Blooms A Garden Shop, Hattiesburg
         DB’s Floral Designs N More, Saltillo                  Busylad Rent-All Inc., Tupelo                  Oak Hill Estate/A Perfect Event Wedding and
      Elements Catering and Floral, Columbia              Fresh Cut Catering and Floral, Jackson                           Party Rental, Summit
       Fresh Cut Catering and Floral, Jackson              Mississippi Tent Company, Jackson                             Busylad Rent-All, Tupelo
        OAK: A Southern Experience, Forest                 Pretty Presentations Too, Meridian                            Davaine Lighting, Jackson
                                                                 SimplyÜ, Crystal Springs                                 Details Rentals, Oxford
                                                                                                                 Southern Event Productions, Gulfport

  Eventful in Jackson carries an array of rentals—whether hosting a grand affair or a rustic and laid back event. Owner Erik Kegler can even assist with
  all of the planning and details.

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GIFTS Best of Mississippi Weddings

LEFT AND RIGHT: Head to Apple Annie's to find a vast selection of great
gifts for any host. Accents Fine Home Interiors and Gifts in Hattiesburg car-
ries a fantastic collection of china, crystal, and more.

          BRIDESMAIDS                                               GROOMSMEN                                               HOSTESSES
                Persnickety                                    Mississippi Gift Company                                Apple Annie’s Gift Shop
        Madison, persnicketyshops.com                       Greenwood, themississippigiftcompany.com             Brandon and Madison, shopappleannies.com
With a wide array of departments from deco-               While this gift shop focuses on Mississippi-made      Whether looking for a few gifts for a bridal
rating and accessories to dining, entertaining, and       food and gifts, and it’s a great stop for gifts for   shower or a large quantity for a grand engage-
drinkware, it would be a difficult task to not find       men in a wedding party. There's an excellent se-      ment celebration, Apple Annie’s has an excellent
the perfect gift to say thank you for being my            lection to please everyone, as well as an excellent   option for every price point. The helpful staff
bridesmaid.                                               website for online service and shipping.              will assist you in finding the perfect gifts to thank
                                                                                                                those who have honored you.

 Elizabeth Clair’s, Jackson, Tupelo, and Oxford
                                                                        Fresh Ink, Jackson
            Gifts by KPEP, Ridgeland                                                                                   The Everyday Gourmet. Ridgeland
                                                            Generations Fine Paper and Gifts, Meridian
       Mockingbird Marketplace, Brandon                                                                                 The Everyday Gardener, Jackson
                                                                      Great Scott, Jackson
           Olive Juice Gifts, Oxford                                                                                       The Farm House, Tupelo
                                                                  John White, Ltd., Hattiesburg
    Tish Gammill Interior Design, Hattiesburg                                                                            The Kitchen Table, Hattiesburg
                                                               Kinkade’s Fine Clothing, Ridgeland
                                                                                                                           The Olive Branch, Clinton

                                                       REGISTRIES AND SHOPS
                                                      Accents Fine Home Interiors and Gifts
                                                             Hattiesburg, accentshomeandgifts.com
Gift giving is as easy as pie at Accents. Order from afar through the online registry listing or browse a couple’s selections before stopping in. Accents offers
great options for everyone in registering and purchasing wedding gifts.

                                                         Elizabeth Clair’s, Jackson, Tupelo, and Oxford
                                                               The Everyday Gourmet. Ridgeland
                                                          Generations Fine Paper and Gifts, Meridian
                                                                      Persnickety, Madison
                                                            Tish Gammill Interior Design, Hattiesburg

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BEAUTY Best of Mississippi Weddings
              SKIN CARE                                         HAIR SALONS
           Aqua The Day Spa                                           Salon 232
          Ridgeland, aquathedayspa.com                             Flowood, 601.992.9946
Beautiful glowing skin, meticulously manicured        Need a blow-out for an engagement celebration
brows, and more will have any bride (or groom)        or an up-do for the big day? Salon 232 has a staff
looking their best. Get set with a series of hydro-   of stylists who can assist with everything from a
facials, a body treatment, hand and foot treat-       beautiful balayage to bridal hair or a great new
ments, or lash and brow enhancements. Every-          look.
one should feel their best on the big day, and
Aqua can handle the details.

                                                         Barnette’s Salon, Jackson and Ridgeland
                                                             Hair Studio 20 Salon, Meridian
            Amy Head Studio, Ridgeland                      La Rousse Salon and Spa, Oxford
          Blackledge Face Center, Jackson                      Molly Gee Salon, Madison
         Merle Norman, multiple locations                Watercolor Salon, Jackson and Ridgeland
      Skin the Spa at Runnels Center, Jackson
             The Face and Body Center
                                                                  COSMETICS
                                                                   Rivers Countiss
         BEAUTY                                           Oxford, @rivers_makeup on Instagram
      ENHANCEMENTS                                    The magic and art of makeup are often held in
           The Runnels Center                         the hands of the artist. And Rivers Countiss has
            Flowood, runnelscenter.com                been pursuing her passion for makeup for as
Feeling your best is within reach. Whether you        long as she can remember. Countiss is available
are a mother of the bride looking for a mommy         for travel and specializes in working with brides.
makeover or a bride hoping to enhance a body          Each new face is a canvas for her to enhance
feature, Dr. Scott Runnels and Dr. William North      natural beauty with her artistic talent.
can assist you in perfecting your outer appear-
ance. The Runnels Center offers an on-site surgi-
cal facility and SKIN, its day-spa skin care spa.
                                                             Amy Head Cosmetics, Ridgeland
                                                                   Jamie Bobbitt, Madison
                                                           Kayla Jones: Spray Tans by Kayla, Pearl
         Blackledge Face Center, Jackson                        Makeup by N.G.M., Jackson
         Dermatology South, Hattiesburg                           Robin Malone, Gulfport
      Tharp and Klaus Dental Clinic, Flowood
       The Face and Body Center, Flowood
          Wyatt Dermatology, Jackson                            NAIL SALONS
                                                             Lavish Beauté Nail Bar
                    SPAS                                          Hattiesburg, 601.255.5998
    The Glam Station and Spa                          Enjoy the lush and hip surroundings at Lavish and
       Columbus, theglamstationspa.com                indulge in a relaxing manicure or pedicure. From
Prep for the big day at The Glam Station. Teeth       new dip powder to traditional techniques, Lavish
                                                      provides the most current nail color selections      TOP AND BOTTOM: Feel as beautiful as
whitening, a set of lash extensions, waxing, body                                                          ever on the big day when Rivers Countiss
treatments, and more will have you relaxed,           and offerings, all presented in an elegant atmo-
                                                      sphere.                                              assists with makeup. Beautiful nails are a
ready, and glam to walk down the aisle.                                                                    must when saying I do, and Lavish Beauté
                                                                                                           Nail Bar in Hattiesburg is a great place.

         Aqua the Day Spa, Ridgeland                         Anthony Vince Nail Spa, Ridgeland
 SKIN the Spa at the Runnels Center, Flowood                      Fondren Nails, Jackson
     The Face and Body Center, Flowood                          Serenity Nail Spa, Madison
      The Lotus Downtown, Hattiesburg                            The Nail Lounge, Jackson
          The Skin District, Flowood                            Watercolor Salon, Jackson

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PRINTED                                                  Best of Mississippi Weddings
GOODS
           STATIONERY                                                PROGRAMS                                      MONOGRAMMING
                    P. Press                                     Posh Design Shoppe                            Generations Fine Paper & Gifts
           Oxford, ppresspapers.com                                   Clinton, poshms.com                             Meridian, generationsmeridian.com
Peridot Press, or P. Press for short, is the result     Rachel Curtis is not only a professional wed-         Generations has been providing fine paper prod-
of the talent and ingenuity of Sheri Scruggs. In        ding coordinator, but she is also a skilled graphic   ucts and beautiful gifts for 20 years. Formerly a
2012, she launched her business with a focus            designer. These two skills uniquely qualify her       part of Dement Printing company, sisters Me-
on sophisticated social paper design. The com-          to prepare beautiful programs for ceremonies.         lissa and Sara Love, have taken the business to
pany has since grown and now offers a full line         Whether the wedding fun and festive or tradi-         new levels of products and service. Stop in or
of products that are sold to brides all over the        tional and grand, Curtis’ creations are perfect for   visit their website for a lovely selection of mono-
country.                                                guiding guests through a service or event.            grammable and engravable gifts.

  Love Birds Bridal Boutique (formerly Forrest                        Flourish Paper, Tupelo                  Apple Annie’s Gift Shop, Brandon and Madison
      Paper and Bridal Co.), Hattiesburg                   Love Birds Bridal Boutique (formerly Forrest                     Fresh Ink, Jackson
               Fresh Ink, Jackson                              Paper and Bridal Co.), Hattiesburg                       Gifts by KPEP, Ridgeland
       Generations Fine Paper, Meridian                                  Fresh Ink, Jackson                            Monogram Magic, Jackson
         Posh Design Shoppe, Clinton                            Generations Fine Paper, Meridian                      Posh Design Shoppe, Clinton
              Sprint Print, Tupelo                                Katie Jones Creative, Jackson

                                       INVITATIONS
                                               Fresh Ink
                                          Jackson, fresh-ink.com
The distinguished look of a Fresh Ink-designed invitation is unmatched. Whether it is a bridesmaids’
luncheon, a destination, or a traditional wedding, Elizabeth Upchurch and her team work one on one
with each bride to assure superior service that is hallmarked by invitations that express exquisite tastes.

                                                                                                                  LEFT TO RIGHT: Let P. Press in Oxford
                                                                                                                  assist with all of your stationery needs.
            Love Birds Bridal Boutique (formerly Forrest Paper and Bridal Co.), Hattiesburg                       Fresh-Ink in Jackson can help create and
                                   Generations Fine Paper, Meridian                                               gorgeous and cohesive selection of print-
                                Kendall Poole Event Planning, Ridgeland                                           ed goods. Posh Design Shoppe in Clinton
                                   Pecan Paper Company, Starkville                                                crafts perfect programs for any occasion.
                                     Posh Design Shoppe, Clinton

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CATERING Best of Mississippi Weddings
   REHEARSAL DINNER                                              RECEPTION                                   SHOWERS & PARTIES
Elements Catering & Floral Design                      Fresh Cut Catering and Floral                                Nichols Foods & Deli
           Columbia, elementsms.com                        Jackson, freshcutcateringandfloral.com               New Albany, @NicholsDeli on Facebook
This full-service catering, floral, and design com-   With two locations—The South and the Railroad        Beautiful fruit displays, sumptuous salads, and
pany travels the South, making wedding dreams         District—Fresh Cut can come to you or style any      more, Nichols Foods can cater to it all. Whether
come true. A bronze award winner from Wed-            size celebration at one of its rustic sites. From    it’s a finger-foods buffet or a seated dinner, they
ding Wire and a blue ribbon vendor with South-        elaborate and grand to intimate, they can do it      have selections to satisfy any crowd.
ern Weddings, they can make any rehearsal din-        all.
ner a memorable event.

                                                                                                                        4Top Catering, Jackson
                                                                 4Top Catering, Jackson                               Brown Eyes Bakery, Amory
            4Top Catering, Jackson                           McClain’s General Store, Brandon                  For Heaven’s Cakes and Catering, Jackson
   For Heaven’s Cakes and Catering, Jackson                 OAK: A Southern Experience, Forest                   Fresh Cut Catering and Floral, Jackson
     Fresh Cut Catering and Floral, Jackson                      Old Capitol Inn, Jackson                           McClain General Store, Brandon
       McClain’s General Store, Brandon                       Pretty Presentations, Meridian
         Pretty Presentations, Meridian

                                                                                                  CAKES
                                                                                        Cups-N-Cakes Bakery
                                                                                           Louisville, cups-n-cakes.net
                                                      Let Hailey Williams craft the wedding cakes of your dreams. With more than 13 years of experience,
                                                      she can do it all—from rustic and chic naked cakes to elaborate lace-icing multi-tier confections. And
                                                      Williams’ custom-decorated cookies and grooms’ cakes can be a fun and festive way to enhance a
                                                      celebration.

  LEFT AND RIGHT: Wendy and Julia Putt
  of Fresh Cut Catering and Floral are ex-                                                        Cakes by Iris
  perts at transforming any space. Cups-N-                                          For Heaven’s Cakes and Catering, Jackson
  Cakes Bakery in Louisville will create the                                              The Prickly Hippie, Ridgeland
  cake of your dreams.                                                                     The Turquoise Chandelier
                                                                                               Wild Flour Bakery

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WEDDING                                                                  Best of Mississippi Weddings
                                    PROFESSIONALS
PHOTO BY KYLIE WOOTEN PHOTOGRAPHY

                                                                                                                                                                                                PHOTO BY BOLGIANO MEDIA
                                                                                         KUHN-DENTON                                                                  SONNIER-DUNGAN

                                      LEFT AND RIGHT: Kylie Wooten of Crystal Springs can capture the special moments of your day with breathtaking images. Professional event
                                      planner Olivia Miley of Hattiesburg can take the stress out of wedding planning, creating events with flawless details.

                                            PHOTOGRAPHY                                    ENTERTAINMENT                                        EVENT PLANNER
                                       Kylie Wooten Photography                                 Style Entertainment                                       Olivia Miley
                                     Crystal Springs, kyliewootenphotography.com           Columbus, styleentertainmentms.com                       Hattiesburg, oliviamiley.com
                                    Kylie Wooten has dedicated her business to cap-   Style, the band, has been entertaining crowds and   For Olivia Miley, no event is too big or too small
                                    turing the true essence of each couple that she   revving up wedding guests since 2016. In 2018       because it’s her passion to create inviting parties
                                    photographs and catching the moments from a       the group began to offer a DJ service known as      and organize the series of activities on a big day.
                                    wedding day that will evoke fond memories for     Style Entertainment. The original band trained      Take the stress out of planning and let an expert
                                    years to come. When couples choose Kylie to       new members, and now they offer two bands,          sweat the small stuff.
                                    shoot an engagement photo or their wedding,       Style and Stylish, as well as their DJ services.
                                    they know she is going to get to know them in-
                                    dividually, and that shows through in her work.
                                                                                                                                             Kendall Poole Event Planning, Ridgeland
                                                                                                Crowd Pleasers DJ, Canton                    Lulabelle Weddings and Events, Jackson
                                                                                            D Play Band, Mississippi Gulf Coast                OAK: A Southern Experience, Forest
                                        Jennifer Blackwell Photography, Terry           Robert Gooch/Southern Noise Productions,                   Signature Occasions, Ridgeland
                                         Katelyn Anne Photography, Brandon                              Hattiesburg                        Special Occasions by Denise Kennedy-Brown,
                                          Lindsay Ott Photography, Flowood                 Scott Steele Entertainment, Madison                                Tupelo
                                        Shea Gibson Photography, Hattiesburg                     The Blind Eye DJ, Saltillo
                                         Tristan Duplichain Photography, Pearl

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PROFESSIONALS
         VIDEOGRAPHY                                        TRANSPORTATION                                      RECEPTION ARTIST
Tommy Kirkpatrick Wedding Films                                   Way Back in Time                                         Katelee Laird
         Jackson, tommykirkpatrick.com                           Jackson, waybackintime.com                            Natchez, kateleelairdart.com
For Tommy Kirkpatrick, videoing a wedding              Whether it’s an elegant Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud     Katelee Laird is best known for her live painting
day isn’t about just capturing footage. It’s about     or an antique 1949 Chevy flatbed truck you are       at receptions using vibrant and colorful paint. But
telling each couple’s love story. It’s not a video     seeking, Way Back in Time has the perfect car for    she can also recreate your wedding bouquet on
of the day. It’s a film about a beautiful day in a     a getaway or photo opportunity. For true vintage     canvas, incorporating the real flowers. It’s a beau-
couple’s life together. Let Tommy tell your story,     cars and chauffeur service, they are the ideal way   tiful way to remember your first dance, your first
and it will be a keepsake that will last a lifetime.   to go in style.                                      kiss, and more.

                                                                    Cline Tours, Jackson                             Hannah McCormick, Oxford
      Chloe Rouse Multimedia Storytelling,                                                                         Kendall Kirk Singleton, Hattiesburg
                  Hattiesburg                                 Coats Classic Cars, Birmingham, AL
                                                                 Foxy Kat Limo, Hattiesburg                          Miriam Shufelt Art, Brandon
           Frameblender Films, Taylor                                                                                   NiCole Britt Art, Petal
       InFocus Video Productions, Tupelo                       Leo’s Luxury Limos, Columbus
                                                               Phoenix Transportation, Forest                       Wyatt Waters Gallery, Clinton
         Outland Videography, Jackson
          Pioneer Productions, Jackson

                                                                   TRAVEL AND HONEYMOON PLANNING
                                                                            Rebecca Butler-Magnolia Travel Group
                                                                                       Madison, magnoliatravelgroup.com
                                                       Rebecca Butler can make honeymoon dreams become a reality. Whether it’s a far off island destination,
                                                       a mountain hideaway, or a grand European vacation, Butler can take the stress out of planning and can
                                                       make sure your adventure is smooth sailing.

  LEFT AND RIGHT: Have Katelee Laird of
  Natchez create a keepsake that will last                                      Anna Butler-McGee Cruise and Vacation, Inc., Jackson
  a lifetime. Tommy Kirkpatrick of Jackson                                                  Beloved Getaways, Flowood
  can capture all of the footage of your day                                                  Custom Travel, Clinton
  into the perfect story.                                                                   Let’s Travel & Co., Madison
                                                                                    McGehee Cruise and Vacation, Inc., Jackson

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