A couple who met after college chose a bright, personal garden celebration at Reynolda Gardens. The bride paired a silk crepe Ezra gown with a self‑designed tulle shrug, prioritized a joyful party and great food, and later joined the bridal shop where she found her dress.
Tommi chose the Ezra silk crepe gown because it complemented Reynolda Gardens and her self‑designed tulle shrug.
Tommi’s dress‑shopping experience at Bellissima Bridal led to a career change: she now manages the shop’s upstairs studio.
The couple included personal touches—like photos with their dog Tyson near home—so the day felt intimate and local.
# How they met and what mattered to them Tommi and Dek grew up in the same city and went to the same high school, but they didn't meet until after college when both lived in Winston‑Salem. Their first date was a tailgate at High Rock Lake. Two weeks later Dek moved to Washington, DC, and they sustained a long‑distance relationship until he moved back. After buying a home together and bringing their dog Tyson into their life, Dek proposed at High Rock Lake with his grandmother's diamond ring.
# Choosing the gown and a custom shrug
# The ceremony and celebration design The couple wanted a bright, fun garden celebration rather than a traditional formal wedding. They focused on colorful decor resembling a farmer's market bouquet, personal details that signaled meaning to guests, and a relaxed dress code—Tommi asked guests to wear their most fun outfits. Food was central: they prioritized multiple courses and a strong culinary experience, and several guests later told them it was the best wedding food they'd had.
# Including their dog and local moments
# From bride to bridal‑shop manager
# Notable wardrobe moments Beyond the Ezra gown and the custom shrug, Tommi changed into a hot pink reception dress for the party portion of the evening. The color choices across decor and attire were intentionally lively and reflected the couple's wish for a playful, memorable celebration.
# Why this wedding stands out This wedding is notable for being both highly personal and intentionally informal. Decisions about dress, venue proximity, and guest attire all supported the couple's aim: a joyful party with meaningful details and great food rather than a traditional, formal program.
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