The Perfect Surprise
FEATURED IN THE FALL 2025 PRINT ISSUE OF NOW WEDDINGS MAGAZINE
Photography by Ibay Photography
Sissi and Jean-Carl Borg’s Jackson Square wedding brought together everything they loved about New Orleans: vibrant traditions, incredible food, unforgettable nightlife and plenty of celebration. Their ceremony included a meaningful hand fasting ritual before the couple and their guests took to the French Quarter for a lively Second Line, followed by a reception at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans.
Sissi & Jean-Carl’s Story
Sissi and Jean-Carl tied the knot in New Orleans, a city they chose for its vibrant traditions, unforgettable food, and unbeatable nightlife. Their love story began at a frat party at the University of Michigan in 2019 – Jean-Carl spotted Sissi but was too nervous to approach. Instead, he messaged her later on Facebook, and after months of chatting, she finally agreed to dinner. They’ve been together ever since.
Jean-Carl pulled off the ultimate surprise proposal during his birthday party. While Sissi was preparing to sing “Happy Birthday” and light the candles on his cake, their friends and family were secretly setting up for a proposal instead. As the music changed to “Marry Me,” Jean-Carl dropped to one knee in front of their loved ones. “I’m usually very nosey and catch on quick,” Sissi shared, “but the proposal I did not see coming – he pulled it off amazingly!”
For the wedding, the couple included a traditional hand fasting ceremony and had their best friends officiate. Their favorite moment? The unforgettable second line through the French Quarter. “It was an incredible experience to share with our guests,” they said – one that perfectly captured their joy, love, and the spirit of New Orleans.
AS SEEN IN THE 2025 FALL ISSUE OF NOW WEDDINGS MAGAZINE
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WEDDING PLANNER/DESIGNER: PK Events
ADDITIONAL VENDORS:
GETTING READY LOCATION + RECEPTION LOCATION + CATERER: The Royal Sonesta New Orleans | CEREMONY LOCATION: Jackson Square | OFFICIANT: Ceremony, Sandy’s Ceremonies & Such + Hand Fasting Ceremony, Gregory Fernandez + Alysia Fitzgerald | REHEARSAL DINNER LOCATION: Desire Oyster Bar | BRIDAL GOWN: The Wedding Shoppe, Michigan | BRIDESMAIDS’ GOWNS: Birdie Grey | GROOM/GROOMSMEN ATTIRE: Manno Clothing & Tailoring + Plymouth Tailoring & Alterations, both of Michigan | PHOTOGRAPHER: Ibay Photography | FLORIST: Floral Blooms by Kimberly Quinlivan | BAKERY: Chez Ru Rene | CEREMONY MUSIC: Violinist Marta Turianska | RECEPTION ENTERTAINMENT + SECOND LINE: Scherri Horaist | MAKEUP: Bri with Makeup Meltdown | HONEYMOON: New Orleans, Louisiana | JEWELER: Helzberg Jewelry | INVITATIONS: Zazzle Inc
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