Real Weddings: Ritchey-Kern

Bride: Claire Ritchey

Groom: Andrew Kern

Date: April 16th, 2016

Ceremony location: Jackson Square

Reception location: The Elms Mansion

Coordinator: Emily Sullivan with Emily Sullivan Events

Gown: Liv Harris designed exclusively for VOWS

Bridesmaids’ dresses: Dessy, online

Men’s attire: NOLA Couture and Men’s Warehouse

Rings: Homsy Jewelry

Florist: Fat Cat Flowers

Caterer: The Elms

Cake: Nola Belles Bakery

Photographer: Sam Gregory Photography

Videographer: Montoto Productions

Hair: Get Polished Beauty

Makeup: Get Polished Beauty

Music: Dr. Jazz and the New Orleans Sounds, ceremony music; Free Agents Brass Band, second line jazz band; Rusty Yates Band, reception band

Invitations: Ecrire Designs for invitation suite, chalkboards and all printed goods

Transportation: NORTA Streetcar rentals

Notable vendors: Firefly Ambiance, New Orleans Parks and Parkways

Get Our Email Newsletters

The best in New Orleans dining, shopping, events and more delivered to your inbox.

Digital Sponsors

Become a MyNewOrleans.com sponsor ...

Give the gift of a subscription ... exclusive 50% off

Limited time offer. New subscribers only.

Give the Gift!

Save 50% on all our publications for an exclusive holiday special!

Limited time offer. New subscribers only.