Having worked with the sweet Brady family before, we were thrilled when they came to us again for Celeste's wedding. From the moment we walked into the Mountain Brook Country Club where Lagniappe Designs created the most beautiful, timeless arrangements for the reception, we knew it was going to be an incredible wedding day.
Read moreHandley Breaux Designs | Alexandra & Justin
Going back to this dreamy affair packaged in neutral colors with a personalized monogram for the couple's new last name makes us swoon. We hope you enjoy Alexandra and Justin's wedding pictures just as much as we do!
Read moreHandley Breaux Designs | Carlee & Blake
It was such a joy to work with Carlee on her February wedding! Du Castle Photography captured every moment wonderfully and we are more than excited to share the elegance of this wedding on the blog today.
Read moreHandley Breaux Designs | Jess & Ben Sneak Peek
With wedding season in full swing, it is hard for us to slow down and look back at photos from our recent weddings, but we LOVE when our photographers send us sneak peeks! We enjoyed working with Jess and her family so much, we wish we could go back and do it all over again. It really was the perfect day! Thank you Kelly of Spindle Photography for the wonderful photos.
Read moreHandley Breaux Designs | Elisa + Clay
What a perfect February wedding it was for Elisa and Clay with the ceremony at Canterbury United Methodist Church and reception following at Scene Gallery. From the sweet letters that the couple wrote, to each other to the adorable get away car Elisa and Clay drove away in, every moment was impeccable. We love detail, and this wedding day was full of it! We hope you love this wedding day as much as we do! Thank you Rachel and Noah Ray for the stunning photographs!
Read moreHandley Breaux Designs | Mary Louise + Jordan
Mary Louise & Jordan were married this past January in the most elegant, black-tie wedding. Mary Louise has a background in design, so we knew that every detail to this wedding would be superb! Of course we always love working with Caleb at 509 Photo, and have so enjoyed going back through these photos. We hope you enjoy them as much as we did!
Read moreHandley Breaux Designs | Kelsey & Stewart
There really is something special about working with a couple who you've had the privilege of knowing since elementary school! It was such a special occasion being able to celebrate their marriage among guests who I knew personally. Kelsey had a very specific vision and wonderful taste, so the wedding style came together seamlessly. It was also very important that the day reflect both of their interests and we did just that! Be sure to check out Stewart's awesome groom's cake made to look like his favorite books!
Read moreHandley Breaux Designs | Elisabeth & Matthew
Elisabeth & Matthew were married in late October at Canterbury United Methodist Church with a reception following at the Clubhouse on Highland. We absolutely loved working with Elisabeth and her family planning this wedding. Every detail came together seamlessly just as we had envisioned. And of course it is always a treat when we get to work with Laura McCarty for floral design!
Read moreHandley Breaux Designs | Amelia & Emily
Amelia & Emily were married in October at J&D Farms with such a joyous celebration! We were honored to be a part of their big day, and loved seeing everything come together. We worked with KG Designs to create a feel that enhanced the beautiful surroundings while still making a statement. The lavender bouquet was one of our favorites all year! Congratulations to the beautiful brides!
Read moreHandley Breaux Designs | Franny & Tucker
Spring was in full bloom for Franny and Tucker's beautiful April wedding! Bright colors and vibrant floral designs set the mood for one of the most laid back, adoring and fun couples that we have had the pleasure of working with. Our associate planner, Clay, was a bridesmaid on this day which makes it even more special! It was truly one of our favorites of 2016, and we think you'll love it too.
Read moreHandley Breaux Designs | Sydni & Trent
With every new group of brides, some end up holding a special place on our hearts. Sydni was definitely one of them! Sydni & Trent were married in late July in Birmingham, and their wedding day held all sorts of beautiful details topped off with a genuine love for each other and excitement for the life they would start together. We got to work with some of our favorite vendors to bring Sydni's vision to life. We've done several events at The Nest in Avondale before, but we mixed it up this time and used it as a space for the bride and bridesmaids to get ready. Y'all know we love some good light, and the space was flooded with it! We hope you love this wedding day as much as we do! Thank you Cathrine Taylor Photography for the amazing photographs.
Read moreHandley Breaux Designs | Margaret & Garrott
Wow oh wow did we love receiving the link to these wedding day photos! We try not to pick favorites, but Margaret & Garrott's classically southern Birmingham wedding will always hold a special place in our hearts. A Bryan Photography absolutely killed it (per usual) with these photos, and we are so excited to share them with all of you! The lovely couple was married on July 9 at St. Luke's Episcopal Church with a reception following at The Club. Scroll down so you can have your own personal swoon moment...
Read moreHandley Breaux Designs | Bridesmaids Getting Ready Attire for Every Style
Being engaged is such an exciting time! What makes it even better is getting to celebrate such a big life moment with your nearest and dearest friends by your side. The majority of your wedding day morning will be spent with those gals, so it is important to make sure that everyone is cute and stylish in those "getting ready" photos!
Read moreHandley Breaux Designs | Bridal Editorial Shoot
This week we are excited to see our Bridal Editorial shoot featured on Cottage Hill Magazine's blog! We have always admired Cottage Hill Magazine's work and are honored to have been apart of such an incredible publication. For this shoot, model Hannah Godwin and photographer, Jeremy Jackson, helped us capture the elegance and simplicity of a bride embracing black and white photography.
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Handley Breaux Designs | Caroline & Jim
If Grace Kelly was reincarnated as a bride in Birmingham, Alabama, she would be Caroline. Caroline radiated elegance on her wedding day. She truly was the epitome of the classic southern bride! Always the one to lean towards simplicity, Caroline knew exactly what she wanted for her wedding: classic, clean lines, and southern. And might I say we nailed it! I got to work with some of my favorite Birmingham wedding vendors for this wedding, too. Thank you 509 Photo for perfectly capturing the day. I hope you all enjoy looking through these images as much as I have loved remembering the day while posting this blog!
Read moreHandley Breaux Designs | Vanna & Bryan
A southern summer wedding is hard to top. Pale pastels, lace wedding gowns, those sunsets...I mean it is stunning in the most simple way! Vanna & Bryan were married on a beautiful August Saturday at the Sonnet House.
Read moreHandley Breaux Designs: Here's to the Men
Let's be honest... 80% of weddings are about the bride. How beautiful she is, how unique her dress is, how her personal style is reflected in the decor... Well beside every one of those brides and her bridesmaids is a group of guys that don't get enough time in the spotlight. So today, here's to the men! Guys, we so appreciate you getting all dressed up, having a good attitude about hours of photos, wearing flowers on your lapels, and sometimes missing that big football game. Wedding receptions wouldn't be what they are without your fun-loving antics.
Read moreHandley Breaux Designs | Kaitlyn & Johnny
Fall is my favorite time of year. The crisp air, the golden leaves, the clothes...everything about it. Needless to say, Fall weddings are some of my favorites too! Kaitlyn & Johnny were married October 10 in front of family and friends at Windwood Equestrian. We used a color palette of deep jewel tones throughout the whole day, and it came together beautifully. I feel like I say this about all of my brides, but Kaitlyn was beaming with joy. The couple chose not to do a first look (which I love!), and the look on Johnny's face when Kaitlyn came down the aisle was unforgettable. We were truly honored to be a part of such a special day for two amazing people!
Read moreHandley Breaux Designs | Katherine & David
People talk about towns where you go home and everyone from the checkout lady at the grocery store to the local police officer knows that you're back by the time you pull in your driveway. Enterprise, Alabama is one of those places. And on September 11 the entire town celebrated their sweetheart Katherine and her marriage to David. Katherine's wedding was a classic southern affair in every aspect of the term. Her mother worked diligently with me to give Katherine the wedding of her dreams. When the day finally came, every face was a happy face and every heart was filled with joy for the newlyweds.
Read moreHandley Breaux Designs | Katie & Edward
What an incredibly beautiful bride Katie was! In Alabama, our summer weather is finicky, and when inclement weather threatened, Katie didn't even panic. She was a cool, calm, and collected bride all day long. We lucked out with a somewhat cool overcast afternoon that was perfect for pictures, and just enough rain for good luck later in the day. With a traditional color palette of pale pinks, creams, and greens...this was the epitome of a beautiful southern wedding!
I have known Katie for quite some time actually. She and I went to middle school and high school together, and her mom taught at the high school. So planning this wedding with them was a very welcomed reunion!
If you were to ask a group of people that knew Katie & Edward to tell you about them, I'm pretty positive that every person would have a similar response. They are some of the kindest people you will meet and so much fun. Usually at rehearsal dinners, I listen to a series of funny college stories followed by a few of the couple's parents' friends sharing some childhood stories. But for Katie & Edward, the toasts were all a perfect mix of funny stories and meaningful stories. Each toast included how much every person in that room truly loved them and admired their love for each other. And that, my friends, carried on right into the wedding day. Katie & Edward and their bridal party were the most fun, kind, and thoughtful group of people! They danced right into the night and it was surely an unforgettable night!
Planning, Coordinating, Design: Handley Breaux Designs | Photography: Colorbox Photographers | Videography: Jeff Bush | Venue: The Sonnet House | Floral: CD Florals | Dress: The Something Blue Shoppe | Invitations: Annabelle's | Transportation: Vintage Auto | Cakes: Magic Muffins | Bridesmaids Dresses: Bella Bridesmaids Birmingham | Groom & Groomsmen: Mr. Burch Formalwear