{Bride} Alexandria Lee Sumrall (Alex)
{Groom} Allen Scott Massingill
{Hometowns} Bay Springs and Meridian
{Wedding Site} Bay Springs United Methodist Church. Bay Springs, MS
{Reception Site} Bride’s family home (Bill and Suzanne Sumrall), Bay Springs
{Bride’s Bouquet} Dusty miller, eucalyptus, calla lilies, billy buttons, variegated pittosporum, and hypericum berries
{Bridesmaid Bouquets} Dusty miller, eucalyptus, calla lilies, billy buttons, variegated pittosporum, hypericum berries, and protea
{How did the two of you meet?} We were introduced by a mutual friend in the fall of our freshmen year at Mississippi State University.
{What is your proposal story?} Ever since we began dating, I always wanted Allen to ask me something in food: to a date party, dinner, etc., but he never did. The night before my 22nd birthday, Allen took me to dinner at Restaurant Tyler, our favorite Starkville restaurant, where we had celebrated every birthday and anniversary for the past 3 years. After dinner, Allen drove us back to his apartment for birthday cake. Allen made me sit in the living room while he “got the cake ready.” I just assumed he was putting candles on the cake or something. When I walked into the kitchen the cake read, “Will you marry me?” When I turned around Allen was on one knee with the most beautiful ring I have ever seen.
{What inspired your wedding and reception locations?} My childhood church has always been extremely special to me; it never occurred to us to get married anywhere else. It was important to me to begin my new life where I grew up, so my childhood home was always our only option.
{What inspired your color scheme/theme/flowers?} We wanted a seasonal color, and with both families being lifelong MSU fans, maroon seemed like the perfect choice. The reception was a reflection of how Allen and I live life: relaxed, with abundant elements of nature. As far as flowers, my mom and florist Connie Ware made most of the decisions; they are both extremely talented. The main goal was for everything to be seasonal, with the exception of sunflowers and mums.
{How did you pick “the dress?”} I knew I wanted a lace dress with straps. When my mom and I went dress shopping we both instantly knew it was “the one” the second we added a veil.
{What’s your favorite unique accessory? Is there a story behind it?} My bouquet. Both my mom and father-in-law are avid gardeners, and I wanted to make sure our wedding flowers incorporated their shared enthusiasm. My mom grew the succulents and Allen’s dad grew the dusty miller in my bouquet. There were even cuttings from my parents’ yard in every boutonniere and bouquet.
{What was your favorite part of the wedding planning process?} I absolutely loved all of the time I was able to spend with my family. Almost every evening before the wedding when I was in Bay Springs, my parents and I would sit in the rocking chairs on the porch and look out at the area where the reception would be held. The three of us would discuss all the details and get excited thinking about how much fun we were going to have.
{Besides the actual wedding, what was your favorite moment of the wedding day?} Allen and I choose to have a “first look” before the ceremony. Initially we made this decision to help make the day more efficient. However, it wasn’t until the morning of the wedding that I realized how important it was that we see each other. We were both a little nervous, but that seemed to go away as soon as we saw each other.
{What was your favorite surprise detail/moment about your wedding day?} I will cherish the memories of our flower girls, ring bearers, and program attendants dancing to the band for the rest of my life. We worked for months to make sure all our guests would enjoy themselves. To actually see people that you care for so deeply, genuinely thrilled is a wonderful feeling. Luckily, Barrett Photography was able to capture the children’s fun beautifully.
{Your favorite picture from the big day?} This picture was taken in the doorway of the church, right after we saw each other for the first time. I feel like it perfectly captures our excitement and joy.
{The picture that represents the two of you best?}
The picture of us attempting to dance to one of our favorite songs from college. We are both terrible dancers and every time we try to dance it always ends up with us historically laughing.
Photographer: Barrett Photography
Event Planner: N/A Diana Montgomery directed the ceremony and my parents planned the wedding and reception.
Dress: The Bridal Path, Jackson, MS
Bride’s Jewelry: I borrowed my mom’s necklace and earrings. The necklace was actually the same one she wore when she and my dad married.
Hair: Madison Burrell
Make-up: Madison Burrell
Bridesmaid Dresses: Bella Bridesmaids, Jackson, MS
Tuxes: Tuxes Too
Videographer: 4M productions
Venue: Bay Springs United Methodist Church and the home of the bride’s parents.
Lighting: Davaine Lighting
Rentals: Great Southern Events, Alexander’s Hardware, and McGraw Gotta Go
Florist: Taylorsville Florist and Gift
Catering: Fresh Cut Catering and Floral
Bar: Local friends
Band: Chris Gill and the Sole Shakers
Bride’s Cake: Family friend
Groom’s Cake: family friend
Print Material: Forrest Paper Company
{Groom} Allen Scott Massingill
{Hometowns} Bay Springs and Meridian
{Wedding Site} Bay Springs United Methodist Church. Bay Springs, MS
{Reception Site} Bride’s family home (Bill and Suzanne Sumrall), Bay Springs
{Bride’s Bouquet} Dusty miller, eucalyptus, calla lilies, billy buttons, variegated pittosporum, and hypericum berries
{Bridesmaid Bouquets} Dusty miller, eucalyptus, calla lilies, billy buttons, variegated pittosporum, hypericum berries, and protea
{How did the two of you meet?} We were introduced by a mutual friend in the fall of our freshmen year at Mississippi State University.
{What is your proposal story?} Ever since we began dating, I always wanted Allen to ask me something in food: to a date party, dinner, etc., but he never did. The night before my 22nd birthday, Allen took me to dinner at Restaurant Tyler, our favorite Starkville restaurant, where we had celebrated every birthday and anniversary for the past 3 years. After dinner, Allen drove us back to his apartment for birthday cake. Allen made me sit in the living room while he “got the cake ready.” I just assumed he was putting candles on the cake or something. When I walked into the kitchen the cake read, “Will you marry me?” When I turned around Allen was on one knee with the most beautiful ring I have ever seen.
{What inspired your wedding and reception locations?} My childhood church has always been extremely special to me; it never occurred to us to get married anywhere else. It was important to me to begin my new life where I grew up, so my childhood home was always our only option.
{What inspired your color scheme/theme/flowers?} We wanted a seasonal color, and with both families being lifelong MSU fans, maroon seemed like the perfect choice. The reception was a reflection of how Allen and I live life: relaxed, with abundant elements of nature. As far as flowers, my mom and florist Connie Ware made most of the decisions; they are both extremely talented. The main goal was for everything to be seasonal, with the exception of sunflowers and mums.
{How did you pick “the dress?”} I knew I wanted a lace dress with straps. When my mom and I went dress shopping we both instantly knew it was “the one” the second we added a veil.
{What’s your favorite unique accessory? Is there a story behind it?} My bouquet. Both my mom and father-in-law are avid gardeners, and I wanted to make sure our wedding flowers incorporated their shared enthusiasm. My mom grew the succulents and Allen’s dad grew the dusty miller in my bouquet. There were even cuttings from my parents’ yard in every boutonniere and bouquet.
{What was your favorite part of the wedding planning process?} I absolutely loved all of the time I was able to spend with my family. Almost every evening before the wedding when I was in Bay Springs, my parents and I would sit in the rocking chairs on the porch and look out at the area where the reception would be held. The three of us would discuss all the details and get excited thinking about how much fun we were going to have.
{Besides the actual wedding, what was your favorite moment of the wedding day?} Allen and I choose to have a “first look” before the ceremony. Initially we made this decision to help make the day more efficient. However, it wasn’t until the morning of the wedding that I realized how important it was that we see each other. We were both a little nervous, but that seemed to go away as soon as we saw each other.
{What was your favorite surprise detail/moment about your wedding day?} I will cherish the memories of our flower girls, ring bearers, and program attendants dancing to the band for the rest of my life. We worked for months to make sure all our guests would enjoy themselves. To actually see people that you care for so deeply, genuinely thrilled is a wonderful feeling. Luckily, Barrett Photography was able to capture the children’s fun beautifully.
{Your favorite picture from the big day?} This picture was taken in the doorway of the church, right after we saw each other for the first time. I feel like it perfectly captures our excitement and joy.
{The picture that represents the two of you best?}
The picture of us attempting to dance to one of our favorite songs from college. We are both terrible dancers and every time we try to dance it always ends up with us historically laughing.
Photographer: Barrett Photography
Event Planner: N/A Diana Montgomery directed the ceremony and my parents planned the wedding and reception.
Dress: The Bridal Path, Jackson, MS
Bride’s Jewelry: I borrowed my mom’s necklace and earrings. The necklace was actually the same one she wore when she and my dad married.
Hair: Madison Burrell
Make-up: Madison Burrell
Bridesmaid Dresses: Bella Bridesmaids, Jackson, MS
Tuxes: Tuxes Too
Videographer: 4M productions
Venue: Bay Springs United Methodist Church and the home of the bride’s parents.
Lighting: Davaine Lighting
Rentals: Great Southern Events, Alexander’s Hardware, and McGraw Gotta Go
Florist: Taylorsville Florist and Gift
Catering: Fresh Cut Catering and Floral
Bar: Local friends
Band: Chris Gill and the Sole Shakers
Bride’s Cake: Family friend
Groom’s Cake: family friend
Print Material: Forrest Paper Company
{Blog by Mitchell Walters}
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