{Bride} Jesimine Vaughan
{Groom} Todd Vaughan
{Hometowns} Jackson, MS and Yazoo City, MS
{Wedding Site} Cathedral A.M.E.Z. Church Jackson, MS
{Reception Site} Downtown Marriott Jackson, MS
{Bride’s Bouquet} William Box Designs
{Bridesmaid Bouquets} William Box Designs
{How did the two of you meet?} The Crowns of Joy was having a function at my church. I remember telling my family that I was not going to attend this time. However, I changed my mind later and I decided to attend anyway. The program was going well and I recall seeing this guy in a yellow jacket standing in the choir stand bopping his head. I remember laughing at how bright that jacket was. After the program, I mixed and mingled with church members and, of course, The Crowns of Joy. My sister noticed this necklace that he was wearing. She asked me to come over and check it out. She was thinking of getting my nephew one. I walked over and looked at the item. Then my sister and I walked off discussing the necklace. I eventually left the program and went home to enjoy a good night’s rest.
The very next day, my brother-in-law decided to play matchmaker. I value my brother-in-law’s opinion. He had so many wonderful things to say about this guy. He was trying to make me remember the guy. I asked him for a description of what the guy had on the previous night. Of course, it was the “banana jacket” guy. All I could do was chuckle within. To be honest, that jacket was the highlight of my night. I told him to have Todd give me a call. Todd called me later that day and the end result is where we are now, Happily In Love.
{What is your proposal story?} Todd and I were enjoying our vacation in Florida. On May 17, we spent the entire day celebrating his birthday. We were all over Orlando just having fun. At the resort, he wanted to share with me how much he enjoyed the entire day and was glad that we took the much needed vacation. He kept stating that his birthday is not over yet. I was thinking to myself that it is time to prepare for a new day. Todd begin to tell me how much he loved me and how he appreciated me. There was "love talk" that will be kept between the two of us. However, I was so clueless that this was the actual moment. Todd stated that he wanted to end his birthday right by asking me to be his wife. He got on one knee and asked would I marry him. I was so shocked and really thought he was playing. Then my love pulled out a ring and asked me again. I was happy and surprised at the same time which made tears and a smile appear on my face. I kept asking, “Really?" He patiently waited on his knee for me to give him an answer. He sweetly asked again, “Will you marry me?” Of course, while crying I said, "yes.” We called those closest to us to share the big news of the proposal. It blessed my heart that he is old fashioned and asked for my hand in marriage months ago. Everyone knew it was coming but Todd only knew the actual proposal day.
Early in the relationship, we both knew that God meant for us to share our lives together. He reminded us during our relationship that it is in "His time" and in "due season." On May 17, 2013, God was ready for us to "walk into our season.”
{What inspired your wedding and reception locations?} We decided on a traditional church ceremony for two reasons:
1. We wanted the ceremony to be sacred.
2. This was the place where we first met.
{What inspired your color scheme/theme/flowers?} Purple is one of my favorite colors. I love seeing it paired with touches of bright green. This inspired my shades of purple and touches of green throughout the ceremony.
{How did you pick “the dress?”} My family and I were at my bridal appointment at Imaginations in Brookhaven, MS. We made it a family field trip with breakfast that morning, bridal appointment and lunch afterwards. My mom, aunt, sister, niece (maid of honor), and my cousin (matron of honor) each picked dresses for me. I was on my sister’s pick and knew I would hate this dress. When I put her choice on, I fell in love with it. I felt like a sexy diva in it and I knew Todd would love me in it. Of course, my family loved the dress as well. My oldest sister in Colorado Springs, Colorado gave her stamp of approval via phone.
{What’s your favorite unique accessory? Is there a story behind it?} I loved the items that were given to me by my dear friends out of love. Especially the jewelry, it was a sweet gesture from of the sweetest people I know.
{What was your favorite part of the wedding planning process?} I enjoyed bonding with my family during this process. This wedding just made our bond even stronger.
{Besides the actual wedding, what was your favorite moment of the wedding day?} When my husband met me at the altar, he whispered something sweet in my ear. It was just a reminder of why I love him so much.
{What was your favorite surprise detail/moment about your wedding day?} We were excited to finally see our vision unfold. For example, the florist went above and beyond with everything.
{Your favorite picture from the big day?} The pictures of our first dance.
{The picture that represents the two of you best?} All the pictures of us (Engagement and Wedding) reflect our love and slight goofiness. We love having fun with each other and there is never a dull moment.
Photographer: Carlyn Photography
Wedding Coordinator: Andrea Hopkins with Perfection Wedding Coordinating Company, LLC
Dress: Imaginations
Hair: Scott Tennon
Make-up: Leondra Taplin
Bridesmaid Dresses: Imaginations
Tuxes: Men’s Wearhouse
Videographer: Timothy Toney
Lighting/Rentals: Premier Event Rentals
Florist: William Box Designs
Catering: Marriott
DJ: Ron Moore “Ron Tha DJ”
Bride’s Cake: That Special Touch
Groom’s Cake: Tayari Jones
Print Material: J. Ward Designs
Flower Girl TuTu Dress:
Little Dreamers Tutus (www.littledreamerstutus.com)
Cake: That Special Touch
Groom's Cake: Tayari Jones
Flowers and Decor: William Box Designs - Special Occasion Flowers
Lighting and Rentals: Premier Events
Reception Venue: Jackson Marriott
Programs: J Ward Design Studio
Make-up Artist: Leondra Taplin
Wedding Coordinator: Andrea Tricie Oscar-Hopkins (http://www.perfectionwed.com/)
{Groom} Todd Vaughan
{Hometowns} Jackson, MS and Yazoo City, MS
{Wedding Site} Cathedral A.M.E.Z. Church Jackson, MS
{Reception Site} Downtown Marriott Jackson, MS
{Bride’s Bouquet} William Box Designs
{Bridesmaid Bouquets} William Box Designs
{How did the two of you meet?} The Crowns of Joy was having a function at my church. I remember telling my family that I was not going to attend this time. However, I changed my mind later and I decided to attend anyway. The program was going well and I recall seeing this guy in a yellow jacket standing in the choir stand bopping his head. I remember laughing at how bright that jacket was. After the program, I mixed and mingled with church members and, of course, The Crowns of Joy. My sister noticed this necklace that he was wearing. She asked me to come over and check it out. She was thinking of getting my nephew one. I walked over and looked at the item. Then my sister and I walked off discussing the necklace. I eventually left the program and went home to enjoy a good night’s rest.
The very next day, my brother-in-law decided to play matchmaker. I value my brother-in-law’s opinion. He had so many wonderful things to say about this guy. He was trying to make me remember the guy. I asked him for a description of what the guy had on the previous night. Of course, it was the “banana jacket” guy. All I could do was chuckle within. To be honest, that jacket was the highlight of my night. I told him to have Todd give me a call. Todd called me later that day and the end result is where we are now, Happily In Love.
{What is your proposal story?} Todd and I were enjoying our vacation in Florida. On May 17, we spent the entire day celebrating his birthday. We were all over Orlando just having fun. At the resort, he wanted to share with me how much he enjoyed the entire day and was glad that we took the much needed vacation. He kept stating that his birthday is not over yet. I was thinking to myself that it is time to prepare for a new day. Todd begin to tell me how much he loved me and how he appreciated me. There was "love talk" that will be kept between the two of us. However, I was so clueless that this was the actual moment. Todd stated that he wanted to end his birthday right by asking me to be his wife. He got on one knee and asked would I marry him. I was so shocked and really thought he was playing. Then my love pulled out a ring and asked me again. I was happy and surprised at the same time which made tears and a smile appear on my face. I kept asking, “Really?" He patiently waited on his knee for me to give him an answer. He sweetly asked again, “Will you marry me?” Of course, while crying I said, "yes.” We called those closest to us to share the big news of the proposal. It blessed my heart that he is old fashioned and asked for my hand in marriage months ago. Everyone knew it was coming but Todd only knew the actual proposal day.
Early in the relationship, we both knew that God meant for us to share our lives together. He reminded us during our relationship that it is in "His time" and in "due season." On May 17, 2013, God was ready for us to "walk into our season.”
{What inspired your wedding and reception locations?} We decided on a traditional church ceremony for two reasons:
1. We wanted the ceremony to be sacred.
2. This was the place where we first met.
{What inspired your color scheme/theme/flowers?} Purple is one of my favorite colors. I love seeing it paired with touches of bright green. This inspired my shades of purple and touches of green throughout the ceremony.
{How did you pick “the dress?”} My family and I were at my bridal appointment at Imaginations in Brookhaven, MS. We made it a family field trip with breakfast that morning, bridal appointment and lunch afterwards. My mom, aunt, sister, niece (maid of honor), and my cousin (matron of honor) each picked dresses for me. I was on my sister’s pick and knew I would hate this dress. When I put her choice on, I fell in love with it. I felt like a sexy diva in it and I knew Todd would love me in it. Of course, my family loved the dress as well. My oldest sister in Colorado Springs, Colorado gave her stamp of approval via phone.
{What’s your favorite unique accessory? Is there a story behind it?} I loved the items that were given to me by my dear friends out of love. Especially the jewelry, it was a sweet gesture from of the sweetest people I know.
{What was your favorite part of the wedding planning process?} I enjoyed bonding with my family during this process. This wedding just made our bond even stronger.
{Besides the actual wedding, what was your favorite moment of the wedding day?} When my husband met me at the altar, he whispered something sweet in my ear. It was just a reminder of why I love him so much.
{What was your favorite surprise detail/moment about your wedding day?} We were excited to finally see our vision unfold. For example, the florist went above and beyond with everything.
{Your favorite picture from the big day?} The pictures of our first dance.
{The picture that represents the two of you best?} All the pictures of us (Engagement and Wedding) reflect our love and slight goofiness. We love having fun with each other and there is never a dull moment.
Photographer: Carlyn Photography
Wedding Coordinator: Andrea Hopkins with Perfection Wedding Coordinating Company, LLC
Dress: Imaginations
Hair: Scott Tennon
Make-up: Leondra Taplin
Bridesmaid Dresses: Imaginations
Tuxes: Men’s Wearhouse
Videographer: Timothy Toney
Lighting/Rentals: Premier Event Rentals
Florist: William Box Designs
Catering: Marriott
DJ: Ron Moore “Ron Tha DJ”
Bride’s Cake: That Special Touch
Groom’s Cake: Tayari Jones
Print Material: J. Ward Designs
Flower Girl TuTu Dress:
Little Dreamers Tutus (www.littledreamerstutus.com)
Cake: That Special Touch
Groom's Cake: Tayari Jones
Flowers and Decor: William Box Designs - Special Occasion Flowers
Lighting and Rentals: Premier Events
Reception Venue: Jackson Marriott
Programs: J Ward Design Studio
Make-up Artist: Leondra Taplin
Wedding Coordinator: Andrea Tricie Oscar-Hopkins (http://www.perfectionwed.com/)
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