Blog featuring a Belmont Mansion ceremony and Marathon Village reception

A Classic Wedding at Belmont Mansion

WEDDINGS

March 24, 2016

DRAPER + TIFFANY
BELMONT MANSION & MARATHON VILLAGE | NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE

 “This has been a long time coming.” Those words could be heard all throughout the day from their friends and family. Their love story began when they were just teenagers, they began working together. It was only a short time before Draper left for college at University of Tennessee and Tiffany headed for school at Middle Tennessee State University. During this time they stayed close to one another – mailing letters, talking on the phone, and seeing each other every weekend they could. The distance quickly became too much and they decided to go to Vol State together.

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Their decision to go to school together was a great one – they dated for another 6 years before eventually going their own separate ways. Well, now, after all of those years apart they have been back together and finally have decided that together is where they want to be forever. They are now officially married! This was one of the sweetest ceremonies we have been a part of. Tiffany barely made it through her vows. There were tears, laughter, and memories. We could not be more happy for the two of them and are so thrilled they have finally found a home together.

2016-03-22_00282016-03-22_00432016-03-22_0003We left the hotel and headed to Belmont Mansion for the couples first look.

2016-03-22_00142016-03-22_00412016-03-22_00422016-03-22_0002One of the things that we simply adore about first looks is that we know that our couple is going to have a fantastic time with their best friend alone on their wedding day. Often times waiting until after the ceremony you don’t realize but you go almost the entire day without evening seeing your fiance! How crazy is that? We love first looks because you actually get time together on your wedding day to enjoy as opposed to a few short hours.

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2016-03-22_00012016-03-22_00052016-03-22_00062016-03-22_00082016-03-22_0024These two were absolute naturals! They looked so peaceful strolling throughout the Belmont campus on their wedding day. It’s so completely clear how perfect these two are for one another. And can we talk about how incredibly gorgeous Tiffany’s bridal gown by Mori Lee is?! The lace work is incredibly stunning and her cathedral veil is beautiful and complimented her dress perfectly.

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Before the ceremony began at the Belmont Mansion the girls hid away at the top of the grand staircase. As they anxiously awaited for the guests to enter and take their seats they did a few last minute primping of their friend. Tiffany was seriously an incredibly stunning bride!

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Their ceremony was one of the most heartfelt and sentimental wedding ceremonies we have been a part of. It was filled with nostalgic memories of their 15 years of friendship. Tiffany teared up throughout the entire ceremony, especially at their handwritten vows.

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Tiffany and Draper had their friends and family by their side in the wedding party. And they were so sweet to them! We definitely understood why they chose these men and women to be a part of their special day.

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Once the vows were said, they were officially pronounced man & wife, everyone headed to Marathon Village to celebrate the night away! FADD’s Entertainment was there and got the party started off right! They had a very lively reception, which was totally awesome! We had a blast with them and their loved ones as they danced, ate delicious food catered by Maggiano’s and some absolutely hysterical toasts were given!

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WEDDING VENDORS: Ceremony: Belmont Mansion | Reception: Marathon Village| Hotel Accommodations – Hilton Garden Inn – Nashville/ Vanderbilt | DJ: FADD’s Entertainment | Dresses: Bridal Warehouse | Wedding Gown: Mori Lee | Draping: Nashville Audio Visual, inc. | Linens: Art Pancake Party & Wedding Rentals | Florist: Costco | Officiant: Stephen Seymour | Catering: Maggiano’s Little Italy Nashville | Planner: Lavish Weddings & Events, LLC | Formalwear: Bridal Warehouse | Cake Designer: Publix

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  1. Amanda says:

    What a great love story!!!! Love the images <3!

  2. Beautiful work! That Mansion is amazing!!!

  3. That mansion is so stunning!

  4. Molly says:

    Don’t have a post today but I had to comment this wedding is BEAUTIFUL! The bride is a complete stunner in that dress and the location is to die for. Very beautifully shot!

  5. Tashena Shaw says:

    You’re killing me! And I mean that with the greatest love! You always have such beautiful work to share. LOVE IT! <3

  6. Lorene Stead says:

    Gorgeous images!!! Incredible location!

  7. These are gorgeous! You work at some of the most dreamy venues…

  8. Jill says:

    I love this story and these images are beautiful!!!

  9. Stella says:

    What a sweet story 🙂 Beautiful couple, lovely venue – your work is awesome!

  10. Tiffany says:

    This is Perfection! !!! Thank YOU GUYS for everything yall did!!!! Yall we’re the absolute best! You guys captured every ounce of what I wanted! Thank yall soooooo much!! Best ever!!!!!!

  11. Urška Majer says:

    Beautiful wedding!

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