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 Univeristy. "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 highschool 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.
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