Basing their set on a high school dance (think of the dance in the gym from the movie Grease), Jacky and Wes wanted to celebrate their big day with their favorite meal: brunch! Surrounded by paper streamers and disco balls, the couple kept the vibe free and fun while partying with the people they love.
The couple had eleven groomsmen and bridesmaids, ensuring their friendship group was part of their celebration. With a focus on fun, they wanted everyone to feel relaxed and comfortable.
Jacky told us, “We didn’t want to force those involved into wearing a random dress or costume that they would never wear again. Everyone chose what they wanted to wear, as long as everything was black. They could wear any shoes or accessories they wanted.
The ceremony was short and sweet, with a nod to the couple’s love of book, movie, and TV fandoms. Jacky told us: “We tried to include as many as possible! The bridal procession walked down the aisle with Seinabo Say’s Still from the TV show New Girl.(the song Schmitt walks down the aisle to when he marries CeCe).
My procession was Yazoo Only You from the movie Can’t Hardly Wait. Wes walked into the reception to the theme song from our favorite Your Mom’s House podcast. Our first dance was a mix of the cover of Crazy for You from New Found Glory and You’re the One That I Want from Grease. We also had signs around the place with quotes from the Parks and Recreation TV show.
Saving money by creating DIY projects ensured the couple’s $15,000 budget stretched as far as possible, with Jacky and friends getting creative. She explained, “All the decor was done by me and my friends! We made all the hanging banners. The vases of all the centerpieces were recovered and then painted. We ordered all the baby’s breath and dried flowers online and spray-painted them. All bouquets and centerpieces were made by one of the wedding bridesmaids!
Playing cards have replaced a traditional guest book, with guests being asked to sign or write a message on a card. Jacky explained: “We like to play gin rummy on Friday nights, so now we can play with our guest book!”
There was a real focus on sharing the day with their best friends, and that extended to the last song of the night when they all danced to Jacky concluded: “Our group of friends finish almost every event with a final song Friends in Low Places by Garth Brooks. It was great to sing the party until this jam to end the night.
