Black-Tie & Bourbon | For Mary Morgan Windham, her wedding to Benjamin Fillingim was all about creating unforgettable, one-of-a-kind moments – and she delivered from start to finish. Guests were welcomed into a celebration where every detail was thoughtfully curated, including a standout favor: personalized bottles of Woodford Double Oak Bourbon, selected by her father…
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Photography by Farren North Photography
Mary Morgan Windham and Benjamin Fillingim celebrated an elegant Orange Beach wedding filled with black-tie style, thoughtful details and unforgettable Southern touches. From personalized bottles of bourbon and a cigar bar to a waterfront reception at The Port at Zeke’s, their celebration blended timeless sophistication with plenty of personality.
Mary & Benjamin’s Love Story
For Mary Morgan Windham, her wedding to Benjamin Fillingim was all about creating unforgettable, one-of-a-kind moments – and she delivered from start to finish. Guests were welcomed into a celebration where every detail was thoughtfully curated, including a standout favor: personalized bottles of Woodford Double Oak Bourbon, selected by her father from a custom barrel and engraved with a design created by the bride herself. A cigar bar completed the experience, offering guests the perfect pairing for their Old Fashioneds.
Mary made a bold statement in her dream wedding gown by requesting all guests wear black, ensuring her look would take center stage. That same couture dress inspired the intricate design of the wedding cake, which mirrored the gown’s unique material details.
Two emotional first looks – one with her father and one with her soon-to-be husband, Benjamin,set the tone for the day. Her father’s reaction, lovingly saying she looked like “a Ferrari,” became a memory she’ll never forget. And the first look with her groom was a picture-perfect, heartfelt moment captured beautifully on camera.
For the reception, the couple chose Drywater Band from Texas and curated a personalized playlist to match the energy of their celebration. It was the perfect soundtrack to a wedding that was truly a dream brought to life.
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This elegant Orange Beach wedding brought together classic black-tie style, Southern details and a waterfront celebration on Alabama’s Gulf Coast. From the ceremony to the reception at The Port at Zeke’s, Mary and Benjamin’s wedding is full of inspiration for couples planning an Orange Beach, Gulf Shores or coastal Alabama wedding.
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GETTING READY LOCATION: Private Residence | CEREMONY LOCATION: St. Andrew by the Sea | OFFICIANT: Kent Fillingim | RECEPTION LOCATION: The Port at Zeke’s (Orange Beach) | REHEARSAL DINNER LOCATION: Perch | BRIDAL GOWN: Galia Lahav, Anjolique Bridal | BRIDESMAIDS’ GOWNS: Bella Bridesmaids Mobile | GROOM/GROOMSMEN ATTIRE: Francia’s Formal Affair | PHOTOGRAPHER: Farren North Photography | VIDEOGRAPHER: Symonds Media, LLC | FLORIST: Jill Windham Floral Designs | BAKERY: Sukar Bakes | CEREMONY MUSIC: Sarah Schrader | RECEPTION ENTERTAINMENT: The Drywater Band | TRANSPORTATION: Pensacola Party Bus | HAIR + MAKEUP: Bride/MOB/MOH Hair & Makeup, Kimber Smith / Bridesmaids Hair & Makeup, Katie Sasse + Kellie Thompson | HONEYMOON: St. Lucia, Sugar Beach Viceroy Resort | TRAVEL AGENT: Kathy Young, McGehee Cruise & Vacation | WEDDING PLANNER/DESIGNER: Julie Ragsdale, Noble Events | DECOR RENTALS: Events Styled by Luxe + Port at Zeke’s | CANDLE DECOR/LIGHTING: Future Astronaut Co + Events Styled by Luxe | CATERER: Zeke’s Restaurant | JEWELER: The Karat Patch | FAVORS: Woodford Reserve Whiskey A select barrel of Woodford Double Oak Bourbon that was transferred to customized, engraved bottles. | INVITATIONS: Kalin Design Co | CONTENT: Olivia Griep Design | ICE SCULPTURE: Ice Dragon Ice Sculptures
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