Photos by Russell Hays Photography www.rhbrides.com
Gaia + McDonald 2-28-15
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lizabeth Lee Gaia, daughter of Anna Lee and Andy Gaia, and Jay Martin McDonald, son of Ricka and Don McDonald, were married on Saturday, February 28, 2015. The beautiful winter wedding, coordinated by Mona Dunlap, took place at St. Peter Catholic Church, with a reception following at The Columns at One Commerce Square. The bride and groom honored their hometown by incorporating Memphis into the wedding details. Kicking off the weekend, guests were treated to welcome packages containing Memphis-made snacks and assortments followed by the rehearsal dinner at Café Keough. The bride wore a custom ivory lace gown by Modern Trousseau, complete with blue suede shoes as a nod to her hometown. The Garden District’s gorgeous ivory flower arrangements complimented the bridesmaids’ navy gowns and reception décor. RSVP Stationers provided invitations, programs, and drinkware. Cakes were created by Cakes by Mom & Me. After a photo session on Beale Street with photographer Russell Hays, celebrations continued with live music by Party Planet that kept the dance floor packed late into the evening. As a surprise, the father of the bride took the stage and sang a beautiful rendition of “Walking in Memphis” that moved everyone to tears. After their honeymoon in Kauai, HI, the couple now resides in Memphis.