Tree of Life Wedding | New Orleans Destination Wedding Planner
The picturesque, romantic "Tree of Life" in Audubon Park, appearing to be dripping with greenery, provides the perfect amount of shade for a modern and classy New Orleans destination wedding.
Blake and Ryan met 12 years ago as Freshmen in high school and have been inseparable since. It's clear that the foundation of their once, teenage love has blossomed into a mature, compassionate, and inspiring partnership. Somehow the two manage to run two wedding businesses and still have a sparkle of love in their eyes.
It's no secret that planning a wedding is a stressful undertaking - and it's no different for a wedding professional (Blake and Ryan own not one, but two wedding businesses in Arizona). After months of planning a traditional wedding for all their guests and trying to please everyone but themselves, the stress just became too much. Blake and Ryan decided to plan dream wedding with close friends and family at a get away location, the romantic Tree of Life in New Orleans (To read more about Blake's decision to change her wedding click here: Why I Decided to Cancel My Big Wedding).
I met Blake a little over a year ago when we collaborated on a wedding editorial for publication in Arizona. I was overjoyed to be there for such a sweet and giving woman, to ensure she felt no stress on her own wedding day.
The wedding day started at an apartment in the Garden District with champagne, bridesmaids gifts and bridal beauty. The bride and groom decided on a first look in the beautiful courtyard onsite.
The ceremony took place under the tree of life, finalized by a jumping of the broom. Jumping the broom is a tradition symbolizing sweeping away of all the negative enegery to make way for all things that are good to come into your lives. Jumping the broom is also a call of support of the union from the community, family and friends. Immediately following the bride and groom shared a celebratory champagne toast in Audubon Park with their guests.
Festivities kicked off at the innovative and delectable New Orleans restaurant, Coquette. The reception, in true New Orleans fashion, was relaxed and soulful. Many toasts of happy wishes were given to the couple, followed by the best fried chicken you've laid eyes on, dancing and love.
I wish you two every happiness as your journey continues!
As Seen In:
Hey Wedding Lady
New Orleans Destination Wedding Vendor Team
Photography: Danielle Harris Photography, The Harris House, The Lauren Style
Planner: Bridget Davis Events Ceremony: The Tree of Life, Audubon Park
Reception: Coquette
Bridal Boutique: Grace Style & Bridal
Rings: Robbins Brothers
Music: Samantha Pearl Music
Floral: The Petal Theory
Videographer: Troy Honnaker
Dessert: Sucre
Bridal Beauty: Hair & Makeup By B
Invitations: Paige Poppe
Rentals: Your Event Delivered
Gown Designer: Pronovias
Groom's Wear: Men's Wearhouse
Bride & Groom: Blake Patricia & Ryan Nolan
Bridal Suite: Stay Alfred
Absolutely captivated by the stunning Tree of Life Wedding! New Orleans is such a magical destination for tying the knot, and the attention to detail from the planner truly shines. To enhance the ambiance, using reserved seating signs for guests could add a personal touch while keeping everything organized. I'm excited to see how these thoughtful details contribute to creating unforgettable memories in such a beautiful setting!