REAL WEDDING:: Abby Saint + Dalton Bivings {Under Southern Stars}

 

Bride and groom kissing during a lively New Orleans–style second line parade, surrounded by a brass band and guests.

::FEATURED IN THE FALL 2025 PRINT ISSUE OF NOW WEDDINGS MAGAZINE ON NEWSSTANDS NOW::

Photography by Brooke Boyd Photo & Film

abby + dalton’s story

Abby and Dalton’s love story began on a spontaneous summer night in 2020. After a long trip with friends, Abby almost skipped a boat outing in Hammond, Louisiana – but decided to go at the last minute. Dalton wasn’t supposed to be there either, but fate had other plans. They met on that boat under the stars while “frogging” – a moment Abby will always cherish. From that night on, they were inseparable. Four years later, Dalton proposed in the exact spot where they took their first trip together: Destin, Florida.

Bride holding a white rose bouquet and smiling beneath her veil during a rooftop portrait with the city skyline behind her.

Groom and groomsmen lined up in black tuxedos on a rooftop terrace, captured in a formal wedding party portrait.

Bride and groom embracing on an outdoor terrace, smiling at the camera in classic wedding attire with the city skyline softly blurred behind them.

Blush and ivory wedding invitation suite with wax seals and soft florals styled on a neutral background.

Soft bridal portrait highlighting the bride’s off-the-shoulder lace gown, pearl earrings, and natural makeup.

Five-tier white wedding cake with delicate floral detailing displayed on a round table surrounded by blush rose arrangements and candlelight.

A Catholic Mass marked the beginning of their marriage. Dalton completed his sacraments just weeks before the wedding, making the ceremony even more special. Abby’s “something old” was a sentimental treasure: her mother’s heirloom pearls, transformed into a bracelet adorned with a butterfly.

Tall glass floral centerpiece with white hydrangeas, blush roses, and greenery surrounded by glowing votive candles.

Groom posing in a classic black tuxedo with bow tie, photographed indoors against a neutral wall with framed artwork.

Bridesmaids in blush dresses carrying the bride’s train as they walk together on a rooftop terrace.

Overhead view of the wedding ceremony as the bride walks down the aisle toward the altar inside a historic church.

Round reception table featuring tall glass candlesticks, soft blush florals, and white chairs inside a grand ballroom.

The reception was a joyful celebration, filled with dancing, laughter, and love. “We had so much fun with all of our friends and family that were there supporting us,” says Abby, “We felt so loved.”

Grand ballroom reception reveal featuring round tables, blush linens, white chairs, and a central floral-adorned bar beneath chandeliers.

Elegant head table styled with blush linens, low floral arrangements, and glowing pillar candles beneath a crystal chandelier.

Bride and groom sharing their first dance on a white dance floor as a live band performs behind lush white florals.

Close-up of a signature cocktail topped with a custom monogram foam garnish, held in a coupe glass.

Long banquet table styled with blush linens, garden florals, and candlelight beneath ornate chandeliers.

Bride and groom kneeling at the altar during a traditional church ceremony framed by gilded details and floral arrangements.

Bride and groom relaxing together on a velvet lounge sofa during the reception, smiling beneath warm ambient lighting and display décor.

 

 

 

 

 

::AS SEEN IN THE 2025 FALL ISSUE OF

NOW WEDDINGS MAGAZINE, ON NEWSSTANDS NOW::

 

NOW FEATURED VENDORS:

FLORIST: NOLA Flora

GROOM/GROOMSMEN ATTIRE: John’s Tuxedos 

DECOR RENTALS: Calfee Productions

VENDORS:

VENUE + BAKERY + CATERER: The Roosevelt | CEREMONY LOCATION: Immaculate Conception Jesuit Church | OFFICIANT: Father Alex | REHEARSAL DINNER LOCATION: Arnaud’s | AFTER PARTY VENUE: Double Dealer | BRIDAL GOWN: Berta | BRIDESMAIDS’ GOWNS: Alfred Sung, London | PHOTOGRAPHER + VIDEOGRAPHER: Brooke Boyd Photo & Films | CEREMONY MUSIC: Immaculate Conception Musicians | RECEPTION ENTERTAINMENT: The Mixed Nuts | SECOND LINE BAND: Kinfolk Brass Band | AFTER PARTY DJ: Oh2 Entertainment, llc | HAIR + MAKEUP: Megan Adams, Hair & Mainstreet Salon + Maddie G MUA | HONEYMOON: Antigua | WEDDING PLANNER/DESIGNER: Amanda Price Events | DECOR RENTALS: Ad Event Group + Distressed Rentals | LINEN RENTALS: BJJ Latavola + Nuage Designs | CANDLE DECOR/LIGHTING: Radiant Rentals NOLA | AFTER PARTY CATERER: Pigéon Catering & Events | SECOND LINE BAR SERVICE: Bourbon Bubbly & Brew | HOT DOG CART: Lucky Dogs | JEWELERS: Béjé, engagement ring + Ramsey’s Diamonds, Bride’s custom wedding band (made with diamonds from her mother’s ring) + Jared, Groom’s wedding band | LIVE PAINTER: Torregrossa Fine Art | PHOTO BOOTH: Boogie Booth | INVITATIONS: Dogwood Blossom

Grand ballroom reception reveal featuring round tables, blush linens, white chairs, and a central floral-adorned bar beneath chandeliers.
Tall glass floral centerpiece with white hydrangeas, blush roses, and greenery surrounded by glowing votive candles.
Bride and groom posing beneath a greenery-covered pergola on an outdoor terrace with the city skyline in the background.
Five-tier white wedding cake with delicate floral detailing displayed on a round table surrounded by blush rose arrangements and candlelight.
Close-up of a signature cocktail topped with a custom monogram foam garnish, held in a coupe glass.
Bride and groom relaxing together on a velvet lounge sofa during the reception, smiling beneath warm ambient lighting and display décor.
Bride and groom sharing their first dance on a white dance floor as a live band performs behind lush white florals.
Soft bridal portrait highlighting the bride’s off-the-shoulder lace gown, pearl earrings, and natural makeup.
Bride and groom kissing during a lively New Orleans–style second line parade, surrounded by a brass band and guests.
Groom posing in a classic black tuxedo with bow tie, photographed indoors against a neutral wall with framed artwork.
Groom and groomsmen lined up in black tuxedos on a rooftop terrace, captured in a formal wedding party portrait.
Overhead view of the wedding ceremony as the bride walks down the aisle toward the altar inside a historic church.
Bride and groom kneeling at the altar during a traditional church ceremony framed by gilded details and floral arrangements.
Blush and ivory wedding invitation suite with wax seals and soft florals styled on a neutral background.
Bridesmaids in blush dresses carrying the bride’s train as they walk together on a rooftop terrace.
Bride holding a white rose bouquet and smiling beneath her veil during a rooftop portrait with the city skyline behind her.
Elegant head table styled with blush linens, low floral arrangements, and glowing pillar candles beneath a crystal chandelier.
Round reception table featuring tall glass candlesticks, soft blush florals, and white chairs inside a grand ballroom.
Long banquet table styled with blush linens, garden florals, and candlelight beneath ornate chandeliers.

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