Signature Occasions was able to bring some of the state's best vendors together to bring this bride's vision for a timeless yet modern wedding to life. It's Happening Jackson catered the event at the Mississippi Museum of Art. The crisp white of the florals contrasted wonderfully against the black linens to result in an effortlessly modern celebration.

EVENT VENUE: Mississippi Museum of Art // PHOTOGRAPHY: Sully Clemmer Photography // EVENT PLANNER: Signature Occasions // CATERING: It's Happening Jackson // FLORALS: Fresh Cut Catering & Floral // LIGHTING: Davaine Lighting // PRINT MATERIAL: Signature Occasions // CAKES: For Heavens Cakes // VIDEOGRAPHER: Outland Video // HAIR & MAKEUP: Tracy Branch Agency // RENTALS: Fresh Cut Catering & Floral & Mississippi Tent // TRANSPORTATION: Pheonix Limo // HOTEL: The Westin Jackson

     The Faulkner, set to become Jackson's most sought-after address for weddings, special events and downtown office space, officially opened its doors in June 2019. Sarah and Buddy Faulkner pulled together one of the most unique and special Friends & Family reveal that we've ever seen!
     "After pouring our hearts into this project for two years, it was so special to be able to enjoy the very first celebration at The Faulkner with our closest family and friends who helped support and encourage us through this process. As a family owned business, it only made sense to kick things off with those we love the most," smiles Sarah. From the personalized and custom stationery to the thoughtfully planned dessert menu, the Faulkner's made sure the evening was unforgettable. There were family members who flew in from all over to celebrate with the Faulkners. Upon arrival, each guest enjoyed cocktails on the rooftop overlooking downtown Jackson before enjoying dinner on the first floor with surprise guest, ELVIS. "He was the highlight entertainment and surprised everyone, including my parents," laughed Sarah. Once everyone was seated for dinner, Buddy stood up to give a toast and blessed the food, a tradition that he loves to lead. After dinner, guests went up to the fifth floor for desserts, the band and dancing. The dessert menu reflected a list of Buddy's favorites, all a surprise to him. At the end of the night, every guest went home with customized kits for either mimosas or bloody marys.

1) The signature cocktail was the Queen Bee, named after Sarah. As the oldest of four and only girl, her family often lovingly refers to her as the Queen Bee. "It was a huge hit. We had guests reaching out to us all summer for the recipe, too!" says Sarah.
2) Entertainment was a key part of the evening with a blues musician during cocktail hour and a twelve piece band for dancing.

EVENT VENUE: The Faulkner // PHOTOGRAPHY: Kyle Hancock Photography // EVENT PLANNER: Kendall Poole Event Planning // CATERING: Mangia Bene // FLORALS: Green Oak Florist // RENTALS: Mississippi Tent - Party Rentals & Eventful // LIGHTING: Davaine Lighting // VALET: Paul Nichols // PRINT MATERIAL: Fresh Ink // HOTEL: The Westin // BAR: Mangia Bene // SECURITY: Pendleton // ENTERTAINMENT: Tip Tops, Super Chicken, Tim Johnson & Scott Albert Johnson

Aplos restaurant is giving back!! The Mediterranean restaurant that we know and love has set up a Venmo account where they are matching all donations penny for penny. They are using the money to feed local medical and essential workers in our area. They started with feeding the Covid-19 team at St. Dominics, several other medical offices, and staff and front line workers at UMMC. They are currently matching this week's donations to feed 70 Kroger employees next week. Let's follow along, share and donate if we can to show our appreciation to everyone working tirelessly during this time for you and me. You can donate easily through Venmo to account: @aploscares

Image via Aplos Instagram. 

     Hey friends! We hope that you're all doing well! Today, we wanted to bring some awareness to something that Mississippi will continue to need throughout this pandemic and that's blood donations. If you are well and able, please consider researching and making an appointment with Mississippi Blood Services to donate blood. This is posted on their Instagram page: "Donating blood is considered an essential task under a "Shelter in Place" order. The need for blood is a crucial element in many aspects of healthcare, from treating chronic and catastrophic illnesses to trauma patients, to helping surgery patients and premature infants. Donating blood is safe and Mississippi Blood Services is taking every precaution recommended by the FDA and CDC to keep donors and staff as safe as possible. We ask that you continue to use our free mobile app, website or social media to find blood drives near you!"