From junior prom to a lighthouse proposal, Jadah and Judson’s love story is the definition of full circle. As high school sweethearts, the two practically grew up together—first as classmates, then as best friends and now, as husband and wife.
On her wedding day, Jadah knew she wanted her dress to make a statement. Inspired by some of her favorite glamorous TV brides, she found her dream dress at Ivory and White Bridal Boutique: Martina Liana Style 1611, a romantic, trumpet-style gown flared into layers of textured tulle and just the right amount of drama to feel like a princess on Jadah’s special day.
Keep reading to discover more about Jadah’s dream dress and a wedding day filled with memories and meaning.
JADAH, TELL US ABOUT YOUR PARTNER. HOW DID YOU MEET?
Judson and I are high school sweethearts. We grew up in a very small town and went to a small private school together since kindergarten. We first started dating in eighth grade and the timing was just not right yet, but we continued to be the best of friends. We went to our junior prom together, and after, I decided I could break the friend zone. We started officially dating when we were 17, and the rest is history!
Judson proposed when we were 22 at the Children’s Harbor Lighthouse on Lake Martin. This was a special place for us as we’d talked about it being a possible wedding venue choice because it is so beautiful and I love the little white chapel on the property. It unfortunately was too small for our guest capacity, so he wanted to propose there so I could still experience and make memories at this beautiful location.
DESCRIBE YOUR BRIDAL STYLE. TELL US ABOUT YOUR DRESS SHOPPING EXPERIENCE.
I have been dreaming of my wedding day since I was a little girl. I am a girly girl, and Martina Liana Style 1611 had the simple, elegant look with the just the right amount of “extra” to fit my vision. I felt like an absolute princess, and the flared train of layers of tulle on this dress was unbelievable. It was my literal dream dress!
Judson didn’t expect anything less than the “wow” factor of a dress I wore. He was left speechless when he saw me. He told me I looked like the real-life princess I am, and he couldn’t imagine me looking any more beautiful.
IN YOUR OWN WORDS, TELL US MORE ABOUT YOUR WEDDING.
Judson and I have been together just about our whole lives, from having elementary crushes on each other to finally dating in high school. Everyone in our small town knows Judson and I were made for each other.
At the wedding, our display table had pictures showcasing all of our favorite memories together, back to our first photo together. This was so special to share and go down memory lane for all of our guests to see.
Cheers to Jadah and Justin!
Vendor Acknowledgements
Photographer: Jolei Higgins
Bridal Shop: Ivory and White Bridal Boutique
Venue, Florals & Catering: Stone Bridge Farms
Hair & Makeup: Asia Nicole
Cake: Frosting’s Bakery
Groomsmen Tuxedos: Mr Burch Mountain Brook
Stationary: Amber LeBlanc Studio
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