REAL WEDDING:: Megan Hullman + Jay Love at The Court of Two Sisters in New Orleans {LOVE IS ALL YOU NEED}

November 18, 2024
Ashley Revels
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megan and jay’s story

Megan and Jay’s relationship started with the two as high school sweethearts. Over the years their love grew, overcoming four years of long distance dating while they went to colleges in different states, four years of medical school for Jay and now with Megan in law school.

In April of 2022, Megan and Jay took a trip to Paris where, unbeknownst to Megan, Jay planned to propose.

“The first full day that we were there, we went to a museum, then walked to the Tuileries Garden,” Megan shares. “At this point, I knew something was happening, because he started sort of guiding me to a spot. As we were standing there, to my surprise, he started speaking in French – I speak French, but he doesn’t, and he had memorized a whole speech in French just for the proposal. In the middle, I heard a click, and glanced over and saw that he had also hired a photographer to be there for the exact moment. Needless to say, I said yes!”

the details

Megan and Jay chose to marry in New Orleans after spending time in the city together while Jay was in school at Tulane University. “New Orleans became a really special place for us both because it represented cherished time together,” Megan shares. “We also both just sincerely love the city – its vibrance and culture is magnetic. We wanted to have our wedding in a city where there was an energetic, fun atmosphere, and we wanted to share the magic of New Orleans with our loved ones.”

The couple said their vows in the courtyard of The Court of Two Sisters in New Orleans on May 11, 2024 with their high school friend Pranav officiating. Megan wore her grandmother’s engagement ring, and had a ring cushion made from the material from her mother’s wedding dress.

“We knew from the outset that we wanted our wedding to be a reflection of us, so personal touches were key,” says Megan. “I’ve always loved drawing and painting, so the invitations seemed like a perfect opportunity for me to contribute.” Megan designed the wedding invitation suite herself. ” I wanted to create a colorful, somewhat whimsical aesthetic to communicate to our guests what the vibe of the wedding would be.”

Jay, an avid musician, wrote and recorded the music for the ceremony. When the two were in college he’d record music to share with Megan. “It was such a nice way to stay connected,” she says. “It felt only natural that we would use some of his music for the ceremony. Both songs that we used, he had written while we were in college, so they were incredibly nostalgic for us. It felt like a beautiful parallel to walk down the aisle to marry each other to the same music I would listen to while I was missing him a thousand miles away.”

After the ceremony, Kinfolk Brass Band led the couple and their guests for a Second Line through the streets of the French Quarter. When they returned to the courtyard, the space had been transformed for the reception with a delicious dinner of The Court of Two Sisters’ Creole specialties awaiting.

The couple toasted their guests and danced the night away.

ABOUT THE COURT OF TWO SISTERS

Megan and Jay chose The Court of Two Sisters located in the heart of New Orleans’ French Quarter at 613 Royal Street for their wedding ceremony and reception.

“We were drawn to the venue originally because of their gorgeous courtyard,” shares Megan. “It has a spectacular wisteria tree in the center, which creates a canopy of branches covering the whole courtyard, complete with twinkle lights. It feels really magical, especially at night. We also wanted a venue where all our guests could sit in the same space, and that space was perfect for our 155 person wedding.”

This courtyard is the French Quarter’s largest outdoor courtyard and along with their three indoor spaces, Court of Two Sisters can accomodate ceremonies for up to 225 and receptions of 400 guests.

About their experience, Megan says, “We can’t say enough good things about working with the Court of Two Sisters… the entire team at the Court of Two Sisters was spectacular. All the staff was incredibly friendly – our guests even commented on it!”

The Court of Two Sisters is a third generation locally owned and operated restaurant and they specialize in Creole Cuisine. “One thing we were especially thrilled with was the food,” says Megan. “We had so many people come up to us and express how delicious the food was, and we totally agree! It exceeded all our expectations.”