Bride's Dress, Veil, etc
The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore an elegant princess style Casablanca gown of couture silk taffeta in diamond white with intricate beads and crystals accenting the bodice and also embellishing the pick-up skirt gathers. The strapless fitted bodice featured a sweetheart neckline with a rounded drop waist flowing into a dramatic back, which was accented with candy buttons and bands of crystals creating a split chapel train. The elbow length veil was embellished with beads and crystals and the bride wore a beautiful rhinestone headpiece. She accessorized the gown with a double strand of pearls and a pearl bracelet which belonged to her Paternal Grandmother and she also wore pink cowboy boots. She carried a bouquet of white roses, interspersed with pearl sprays. The bouquet was hand tied and wrapped in white pearls and was accented with pale pink pearls which adorned her mother?s wedding day attire in 1986.
Bride's Parents
Richard & Mary E. Embry, Hindsville, Arkansas
Bride's Grandparents
Paternal Grandparents: Afton & Mary A. Embry, Springdale, Arkansas Maternal Grandparents: James & Effie Price, Springdale, Arkansas
Bride's Employment
Julie is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN). She completed her Phlebotomist Certification in 2009 and is a 2006 Graduate of Springdale High School. .
Groom's Parents
J.D. & Rhonda Evans, Springdale, Arkansas
Groom's Grandparents
Maternal Grandparents: Peggy Sue Shepherd-Gibson of Pettigrew, Arkansas & the late George Shepherd of Springdale, Arkansas Paternal Grandparents: Maxie Talsma of Springdale, Arkansas & the late Calvin Drew "Sonny" Evans of Hindsville, Arkansas
Groom's Employment
Dakota is an active duty United States Marine, stationed at Camp Pendleton San Diego California. He is an AFAA certified Personal trainer and received his First Responder Certification prior to enlisting in the USMC. Dakota is a 2009 graduate of Springdale High School, attended & played football at Southwest Baptist University and attended NWACC.
Maid of Honor and Bridesmaids
Maid of Honor: Leslie Embry, sister of the bride, Hindsville, Arkansas
Best Man and Groomsmen
Best Man: J.D. Evans, father of the groom, Springdale, Arkansas
Additional Wedding Party Members
Officiates: Afton Embry, grandfather of the bride and Dr. Rod Goodsell, longtime friend of the groom Musicians: James Goolsby, original arrangements written and recorded by James Goolsby Carla Featherston, pianist, played The Bridal Chorus by Wagner Guestbook: Attended by Tiffany Casteel, friend of the bride Lighting by Get Lit Lighting Company of Springdale Sound by Jim & Aaron Featherston
Reception
The reception was held immediately following the ceremony, in the fellowship hall located at the wedding venue. The room was transformed into a romantic setting by red and gold up-lighting and candle lighting around the room. The tables were covered with black and white linens accented with gold chargers and red cloth napkins at each place setting with varying large and small glass vases and picture photo centerpieces with beautiful candle lit accents adorning the centerpieces and tables. The buffet included smoked pork, and various side dishes including beans, slaws, and mashed potatoes. The brides table featured a beautiful three-tiered cake with chocolate or pineapple filled layers, white icing detail and rose flowers accented each tier. The top of the bride?s cake featured a bouquet of roses with the couple's monogram. In addition, the brides table was adorned with an intricate rhinestone covering. The groom?s cakes were military themed featuring the Marine Eagle Globe & Anchor insignia on the center cake and American flag on the accent cakes. The table was covered with regal gold and black accented coverings. Both tables featured lighted backdrops and up-lights under the table coverings. The couple?s first dance was to ?On a Night Like This? by Dave Barnes and there was also a father-daughter dance to "I Loved Her First" by Heartland, a mother-son dance to "Momma" by Boyz II Men and they danced to "Don't Forget To Remember Me" by Carrie Underwood, groom with his mother-in-law & bride with her father-in-law. The couple will make their home in San Diego, California, where they are currently stationed with the USMC.
Wedding Info December 30, 2011 The Church of Northwest Arkansas Springdale, Arkansas About Dakota George Springdale, AR Hometown San Onofre, CA Residence United States Marine Occupation About Julie Elizabeth Hindsville, AR Hometown San Onofre, CA Residence Student Occupation Dakota George's Parents J.D. and Rhonda Evans Julie Elizabeth's Parents Richard and Mary E. Embry Dakota George's Attendants Maid of honor: Leslie Embry, sister of the bride Bridesmaids Julie Elizabeth's Attendants J.D Evans, father of the groom Best man