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Four Oaks Manor Blog

Jaden & Michael

2/2/2021

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boho chic newlyweds walking down outdoor ceremony aisle
Lupins + Lava
​Jaden and Michael met in college, but it was another few years later when their story really began.

“We met in college and I knew there was something special about Michael,” Jaden explains. “We didn’t reconnect until 3 years later. I messaged him on Instagram, asked him on a date and the rest is history!”
A few years into the relationship, Michael decided it was time to propose.

“My dad had recently moved to Texas which was hard for me and my brother since we are all very close. Michael planned a trip to visit my dad a few months later and decided to include him, my stepmom, and step-siblings.”

Michael’s original plan was to propose with Jaden’s family all around them. But on their first night in Texas, he decided he couldn’t wait any longer and proposed to her right in their bedroom.

“It was perfect for it to be just us and take in the moment together. It was also very special to celebrate it with my dad the rest of the weekend,” Jaden said.
bridal shoes and bouquet on white chair
boho lace dress hanging on farmhouse door
invitation suite detail photo with jewelry and calla lily
grooms shoes, tied, watch and boutonniere
​Soon after getting engaged, Jaden and Michael began looking at venues. Jaden knew she wanted “an outdoor wedding that had some character.”

Soon after touring Four Oaks Manor, they decided that was the place they wanted to get married.
front of four oaks manor's farmhouse
back of four oaks manor's farmhouse and gardens under bistro lights
​In addition to our outdoor space, Jaden said she was also drawn to all that came included at our venue. “The venue was also extremely affordable and came with a lot included in the rental price. The biggest sellers for me were the beautiful grounds and the complimentary decor.”
boho chic wedding dress on 'Mrs. Henderson' hanger
boho wedding dress hanging on farmhouse door
close-up details of boho chic wedding dress
​Jaden and Michael married on a beautiful Friday in October. On the day of their wedding, Jaden and all her bridesmaids got ready in Four Oaks Manor’s upstairs bridal suite while Michael and his groomsmen hung out in our groom’s room.
bridesmaids in floral robes sitting in neutral bridal suite
bridesmaids in floral robes laughing with bride in white lace robe
boho bride looking at self in bathroom mirror
mother in black dress zipping bride's dress
groom in all black putting on tie
groom wearing all black fixing suit
groom tying shoes in groom's room
​While the girls were getting the final touches on their hair and makeup, Michael and his groomsmen went outside to start taking photos.
groomsmen in black suits with groom in all-black
groomsmen walking with groom and laughing
groomsmen and groom laughing in Four Oaks' gardens
groom in all-black fixing suit
mother pinning white boutonniere on groom's all-black suit
groom wearing all-black fixing sleeve
The groomsmen wore simple black suits with black ties while Michael was dressed in all-black. Michael’s mom pinned on his white boutonniere, adding the perfect amount of pop to his attire.

Once the guys were done taking photos and were back inside, Jaden and the girls went out to the gardens to start getting their portraits done.
bridesmaids in black dresses standing with bride
boho chic bride standing with bridesmaids in black dresses
boho bride walking with bridesmaids in Four Oaks' gardens
bride in boho chic dress posing in gardens in front of gazebo
bride with boho bouquet
The girls were all dressed in classic black dresses. We’re loving this modern trend - keep it coming! The bridesmaids’ bouquets were full of greenery and touches of white mixed throughout. Jaden’s bouquet showed off different types of greenery mixed with deep wine calla lilies, anemones, and so many other amazing florals. Stems Atlanta, all we can say is wow!

While Jaden and Michael decided to save their first look together for the ceremony, Jaden did have a first look with her dad.
father smiling at bride during first look
bride standing with father in gardens by pond
bride wiping away tears after first look with dad
Jaden’s style felt very boho chic and her altar was no different. Our altar is usually covered with flowy, white chiffon fabric, but Jaden opted to remove the fabric and hang up this incredible woven macramé in the center instead. Stems Atlanta added a beautiful arrangement to the center. 
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Four Oaks’ modern glass lanterns lined the aisle, which Stems Atlanta filled with more simple arrangements. We also placed our large ferns on both sides of the aisle. This altar style was a first for Four Oaks and we loved how Jaden’s vision turned out!
white macramé on white outdoor wedding altar
boho chic outdoor ceremony with macramé altar and large ferns
boho chic outdoor wedding ceremony
greenery and floral arrangements on macramé altar
To start the processional off, their family members and Michael all walked down to “Beyond” by Leon Bridges. Their wedding party followed to the song “Crazy Love” by Van Morrison. Finally, Jaden came down the aisle arm-and-arm with her dad to Brooklyn Duo’s instrumental cover of “Can’t Help Falling in Love.”
groom in all-black suit walks down outdoor ceremony aisle
bride walking with dad down outdoor ceremony aisle
groom's reaction to bride
bride smiling at groom at altar
​Their ceremony was simple and rich, full of their love and commitment to each other. The joy on their faces shone throughout the entire ceremony.
couple kissing at boho chic altar
guests clapping for bride and groom at outdoor ceremony
groom in all-black walking with boho bride during processional
After saying “I do” and being pronounced husband and wife, Jaden and Michael along with their wedding party recessed to “You are the Best Thing” by Ray LaMontagne. While their guests were dismissed to cocktail hour, they spent their first few married moments together in Four Oaks’ outdoor gazebo surrounded by their wedding party.
wedding party in all-black cheering on newlyweds as they kiss in gazebo
​During cocktail hour, guests were free to mingle in the reception area and find their seats, which were displayed on an antique gold mirror. Jaden and Michael wanted to keep everything outside, having the reception tables, dancing, and even dessert in the gardens.
antique gold mirror assigned seating chart
gold and black reception tables under bistro lights
head table, guest tables, and outdoor dance floor at outdoor reception
​Black tablecloths, light gold runners, and alternating centerpieces decorated the reception tables. Some tables adorned Four Oaks Manor’s antique gold lanterns decorated with greenery while other tables included beautiful modern floral arrangements by Stems Atlanta.
antique gold centerpiece with greenery and table number
modern greenery and floral arrangement centerpiece
Guests relaxed under the bistro lights, helped themselves to appetizers, wine, and beer.
guests sitting at reception tables under bistro lights
guests laughing during cocktail hour
​Meanwhile, Lupins + Lava Photography took the newlyweds and their wedding party throughout Four Oaks’ four acres to capture their wedding portraits.
bride and groom standing in front of boho decorated altar
wedding party dressed in all black standing with bride and groom by outdoor altar
wedding party in all-black walking with newlyweds in outdoor gardens
boho chic couple standing near magnolia tree
bride and groom kissing in front of magnolia tree
boho newlyweds walking through Four Oaks' gardens
Once they finished up with portraits, Jaden and Michael were announced from the farmhouse into the reception.
bride and groom announced off farmhouse back porch
guests cheering for bride and groom during announcement
bride and groom announced into reception
​They opened the reception with their first dance to “XO” by John Mayer on the outdoor dance floor. Following their first dance, Jaden danced with her father to “Oh” by Dave Matthews and Michael danced with his mother to Cheryl Crow’s “Sweet Child of Mine.”
bride and groom's 1st dance
bride dancing with father
groom dancing with mom
After the dances, Jaden and Michael sat down at their head table to join their guests for dinner. On the menu was Chef Craig’s “Marry Me” chicken, short ribs, garlic mashed potatoes, green beans with red peppers, and Four Oaks signature salad.

For their head table, they opted to use one of Four Oaks Manor’s farmhouse tables. They decorated it with a hanging macramé, a vase for Jaden’s bouquet, greenery from Stems Atlanta, and our Mr. and Mrs. chairs.
farmhouse head table with macramé
macramé on head table with greenery and vase
While everyone was finishing their dinner, the  maid of honor, best man, and Jaden’s dad all gave toasts, which were full of laughter, favorite memories, and hopes for the newlyweds.
bride and groom laughing during toasts
Guests lifting glasses to toast newlyweds
​They followed toasts with cake cutting by the pond. They opted for a classic white cake from Publix with florals from Stems Atlanta that matched Jaden’s bouquet.
all-white wedding cake with dark flowers and greenery
bride and groom kissing after cutting cake by pond
Next up, party time! Joey from OnCue Events turned up the music and Jaden, Michael and their wedding guests danced the night away under the lights.
bride and groom dancing with wedding guests
DJ Joey from OnCue Events
wedding guests dancing under bistro lights
bride and ladies holding hands up while dancing
The night ended with Jaden and Michael walking under sparklers for their grand exit.
bride and groom walking out during sparkler grand exit
​“Our wedding day experience was amazing! It felt like a dream when we woke up the next morning. Everything was perfect and we had the best time with our family and friends. We wanted to get married again!”

We followed up with Jaden a few months after her and Michael’s wedding to see what they were enjoying most in their marriage.

“The best part about being married is the feeling of security and knowing whatever life brings us we will take it on together. We are incredibly happy to be married!”
boho chic bride and groom portrait
Thank you Jaden and Michael for choosing Four Oaks for your wedding! We wish you a long, happy, and fun marriage together. Cheers!

​Photographer: Lupins + Lava
Florist: Stems Atlanta
DJ: OnCue Events
Cake: Publix
Dress: Aisle & Veil
Macramés: Etsy
Officiant: Four Oaks Manor
​Want to see more weddings from Four Oaks? Visit our Real Weddings page!
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