Bride's Dress, Veil, etc
The dress was purchased at Low's Bridal and Formal in Brinkley, Ar. It is by Alure Couture and is a modified A-line gown in Ivory with all over lace appliques. The fitted bodice was defined with satin at the empire waistline, while Swarovski Cystals adorned the entire bodice. The bride held an all white bouquet that featured peonies, hydrangeas, and white roses and was hand-wrapped in ivory satin. An antique blue brooch was attached to the base of the bouqeut.
Bride's Parents
Kim and Mike Johnson of Fayetteville, Ar
Bride's Grandparents
Becky and John Crawford of Mena, Ar Alice and Leon Johnson of Dardanelle, Ar -Deceased
Bride's Employment
Forest Insurance Facilities, Metairie, La
Groom's Parents
Diane and Dr. Henry Matthews of Fayetteville, Ar
Groom's Grandparents
Dr. Betty Matthews of Monticello, Ar Vic Matthews of Star City, Ar - Deceased Mona and Earl Doucet of Harahan, La - Deceased
Groom's Employment
Eskew Dumez and Ripple Architects, New Orleans, La
Maid of Honor and Bridesmaids
Amy Tackett of Fayetteville, Ar -Matron of Honor-Childhood Friend Alex Gladden of Fayetteville, Ar - Matron of Honor - Childhood Friend Jourdan Benton of Fayetteville, Ar - Bridesmaid - Childhood Friend Courtney Matthews of Fayetteville, Ar - Bridesmaid - Sister of the Groom
Best Man and Groomsmen
David Matthews of Fayetteville, Ar - Best Man- Brother of the Groom Daniel Matthews of Fayetteville, Ar - Groomsmen - Brother of the Groom Tyler Johnson of Fayetteville, Ar - Groomsmen - Brother of the Bride Nathan Mahaffey of Fayetteville, Ar - Groomsmen - College Friend
Additional Wedding Party Members
Cheny Beth Wilson-Flower Girl Caroline Crawford-Guest Book Attendant Shelby Crawford - Guest Book Attendant Spencer Adams- Usher Chase Pitner- Usher Nick Pierce- Usher Intermezzi Duo: Mary Haley who played the Violin and William Reyes who played the guitar
Reception
The outdoor reception was held at the Botanical Gardens of the Ozarks on May 5, 2012. The romantic modern decor featured all white flowers consisting of peonies, roses, and hydrangeas. White tents adorned the space while New Orleans style lights hung from the inside. The wedding and reception were planned by The Event Group of Fayetteville, Ar. The wedding coordinator for this event was Claudia Slezak of The Event Group. Flowers were provided by Shirley's Flowers & Gifts of Rogers, Ar. The cake was a 3 tier textured ivory to white cake and featured 3 peonies on the top. The wedding cake and the groom's cake were provided by Rick's Bakery of Fayetteville, Ar. The reception was catered by The Event Group of Fayetteville, Ar. The reception music was played by Joe GIles and The Homewreckers.
Wedding Info May 5, 2012 Botanical Gardens of the Ozarks Fayetteville, Arkansas About Taylor Fayetteville, Ar Hometown New Orleans, La Residence Insurance Underwriter Occupation About Josh Fayetteville, Ar Hometown New Orleans, La Residence Architect Occupation Taylor's Parents Mike and Kim Johnson Josh's Parents Dr. Henry and Diane Matthews Taylor's Attendants Amy Tackett and Alex Gladden Matron of honor Courtney Matthews and Jourdan Benton Bridesmaids Josh's Attendants David Matthews Best man Daniel Matthews, Tyler Johnson, and Nathan Mahafey Groomsmen Flower girl Cheny Beth Wilson