While Alexa and David were preparing their caps and gowns for their college graduation, they were also perfecting the fab bride and groom styles for their own wedding! The couple set out to have their dream garden party wedding at The Columns Hotel, which offered a beautiful balance of antique French style and lush garden vibes. Alexa and David’s soft color palette of blush, sage green, and gold foil was a delicate touch of color and texture that perfectly complemented their early Spring wedding. Wanting to treat their guests to their fave NOLA cuisine, the couple treated their guests to a unique dining experience of several courses and macaron favors from their favorite bakery, Sucre. Photographer Sharon Pye captured every detail of Alexa and David’s day beautifully, including an emotional first look! The Couple:
Alexa and David
The Wedding:
The Columns Hotel, New Orleans, Louisiana

Our wedding fell on the first day of spring so we chose to focus heavily on flowers, greenery, and soft tones. I wore a petal-embellished gown by BHLDN, my mother’s wedding earrings, gold shoes with soles painted by my sister, and a living-flower crown. My cousin, who happens to be a makeup artist and hair specialist, was my beautician for the day. Her, along with my mother and sisters as my bridesmaids made for a family affair!

As students finishing our senior year of college, we were busy working on thesis projects, applying to graduate school, and preparing ...