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Home · Weddings

Bridal Bliss: Julie and James

Bridal Bliss: Julie and James
By · Updated October 28, 2020
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The Perfect Setting

Georgia couple Julie and James choose the Montaluce Winery for their wedding venue.

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Try, Try, Try Again

“While I likely tried on more than 50 dresses, I knew that I could not commit to anything without my mother seeing it first,” recalls Julie when telling us about how she settled on this lovely Martina Liana gowns.

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Work It!

beautiful bride Julie shows off her bridal style on her wedding day, September 4, 2011.

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For My Girls

Julie chose pretty shades of pink for her bridal party, which provided a lovely pop of color against the greens on the vineyard. Plus, their mini-bouquets make the look timeless.

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A Moment of Reflection

Groom-to-be James says a prayer on his wedding day.

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So Thankful

“Each day I thank God for the blessing of James in my life,” says Julie.

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Pretty in Pink

Julie is framed by her beautiful bridesmaids in this lovely portrait.

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Love Letters

A beautiful “moss” “J” and “G” to represent the couple’s new shared initials. The couple didn’t miss a detail.

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A Father-Daughter Moment

Julie and her father arrive in style and prepare to make their debut down the aisle.

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Sitting Pretty

We just adore the white ceremony chairs and pretty pink and green flowers hanging from mason jars. It’s organic and lovely all at the same time.

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Shh!

One the smaller guests of the day instructs everyone to keep it down.

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Amen

The bridal party bows their heads in prayer.

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Bubbly Bride

“Putting the wedding band on James’ finger. I looked down and was like “wow, this is the moment.’ I just got so excited that I yelled out to everyone ‘this is AMAZING!!!!!’” — Julie

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A Tender Moment

Moments like these captured on camera are absolutely priceless. “Thank you God for bringing us together,” says James. “And for blessing us as only You can.” The groom’s father officiated the ceremony.

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All Smiles

Julie and James looked happier than ever as they stood together at the altar.

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A Confident Choice

“I knew very early on that Julie was the one that God had sent for me,” says James.

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A Vintage Love Story

We’re in love with how much Julie and James seem to adore one another — and her super chic vintage birdcage veil too!

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Hooray

The bride-to-be waves to friends and family as she rides off into the sunset (parasol in hand!) in style!

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A Stolen Moment

Portrait perfection!

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Love Me Tender

James wipes a tear of joy from his beautiful bride’s eye. #blacklove

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I Love Your Smile

Julie and James sport matching smiles as they bask in the glory of their special, special day.

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Pucker Up Baby

Now this is what we call wedding photo perfection!

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Face-to-Face

Julie and James nuzzle noses….aww! We just can’t get enough of these two

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There They Are

The new Mr. and Mrs. Gaskin enter their reception with big smiles.

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Let’s Go For A Spin

Finally, James gets a chance to take his new wife Julie for a spin on the dance floor. “We barely practiced,” says Julie. “Time just got away from us, so we got out there and decided to wing it! We still laugh because everyone keeps telling us they were so impressed…we’re like, ‘if you only knew’”

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Dinner is Served

What a creative way to present the menu to guests. Julie and James sure paid attention to detail.

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Sit Here

Stacks of books and pretty painted cards helped guest find their dinner tables.

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Southern Delight

Southern belle Julie just couldn’t resist serving sweet tea (a regional favorite) to her guests.

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Working Together

Julie and James cut into their lovely wedding cake.

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Party Over Here

Julie boogies with her girls on the dance floor. Boy, what we wouldn’t have given to have been at this party.

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Daddy’s Girl

Julie and her dad cut a rug at the reception. Check out those lovely Chinese lanterns hanging from the ceiling. Gorge!

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Pretty Pearls

Julie’s pretty pearl necklace was the perfect accessory to compliment her vintage style.

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You Light Up My Life

Guests wave sparklers as the happy couple makes their grand exit after the reception.

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The Perfect Getaway

The newlyweds ride off into happiness with a custom “Just Married” sign decorating their vintage ride. Event design and flowers by Melanie Herqnuist of Lucky and Lovely.

See even more lovely photos from this fabulous wedding over at The Bride’s Cafe.

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