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Elegant Black Tie New Orleans Wedding at a Cathedral

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Elegant wedding couple posing in front of a white building

Planning a destination wedding in New Orleans can be a big undertaking, but Nick and Tiffany’s big day turned out absolutely perfect! Black ties, blue bridesmaid dresses and an amazing cathedral ceremony, what’s not to love? 

Arte de Vie beautifully captured this entire day, so be sure to see every last image in the full gallery for more from this black tie New Orleans wedding. 

Two beautiful wedding dresses hang in a bright window

Emerald cut diamond engagement ring and wedding bands

Elegant silver glitter high heel shoes for a special occasion

heartwarming day

From Arte de Vie: For so many reasons this wedding warms my heart and my soul. Tiffany and Nick, and their families, welcomed us with open arms. It always amazes me that when we feel like we are family and friends with our clients, we pull off some of our best work (I also have to mention that all of the photos in this blog post were shot on film cameras). Everyone was happy all day – it’s as though a smile was part of the wardrobe, just as a black tie would be requested. I wish I could bottle up the energy when there is no stress and everyone is truly living in the moment. It’s a beautiful thing!

Elegant white rose bridal bouquet with pearl accentsWhite bridal bouquet adorned with rosary and handkerchief

Happy bride with bridesmaids in matching gowns outside

Bride with eight bridesmaids in mint green dressesBride with bridesmaids in teal dresses pose on wedding day

Bridesmaid in blue holding bouquet and rosary beads

Groomsmen in black tuxedos pose for a wedding photoSmiling groom in black tuxedo for wedding day portraitBride and groom lovingly gaze at each other on wedding day

Unforgettable day

From the bride: Nick and I got engaged in July. We set a wedding date in New Orleans for April. Nine months to plan a wedding in a city where locals and tourists decide to celebrate their special day. Going into it, I thought it would be impossible and extremely stressful. However, to my surprise, it was not only doable, but nearly perfect. Nick and I would not have changed a thing. We were so fortunate to have incredible support from our family and friends. It truly was an unforgettable day! 

Bride and Groom share a loving glance on their wedding day

Elegant church wedding ceremony from high angle view

Bride groom wedding ceremony in ornate grand churchChurch wedding ceremony with bride groom and wedding partyNewlyweds at Norman Mayer Memorial Building entrance

Choose what’s important

Besides your vows, the bride & groom should decide what is most important to them. For us, we wanted food, music, & photos were our focus. It is where we spent the most and did plenty of research to find what fit our budget and preferences the best.  

Wedding guest book alternative and sign in station

Elegant white and blue floral centerpiece at wedding table

Wedding dessert table love is sweet sign and couple photoPecan pralines and chocolate animal candies wrapped gifts

Elegant white wedding cake with floral centerpiece decor

White three tier wedding cake with flowers VL initials

Elegant wedding cake with coffee beans and mugs Nick TiffaniWedding cake and plate Nicolas and Tiffany April 9 2016

Chocolate cake with coffee beans and mug toppers for Nick

Take it all in

During your first dance, take it all in! It may be the only time you and your groom are truly alone for your wedding reception. An uninterrupted 3 minutes or so. Let that moment be the time that you let it sink in. Feel all the feels! Look around the room at your guests, decor, etc. It is the only time you will have a moment to take a quick 360 look at everything around you.

Joyful jazz band parades New Orleans street at nightJoyful wedding parade with bride and groom smilingBlack and white wedding photo bride and groom kiss

Cakes & Catering: Sweet Life Bakery
Event Planning & Design: Southern Belle Events
Fashion: Gonzalo Calderon
Fashion: The Bridal Boutique by Mae Me
Flowers: Terry Conerly
Groom & His Men: Michael Kors
Health & Beauty: Lindsay Terrell
Health & Beauty: Katie Malone Makeup Studio
Lighting & Entertainment: City Heat Band
Lighting & Entertainment: Young Pin Stripes Brass Band
Venues & Officiants: Immaculate Conception
Venues & Officiants: JW Marriot
Wedding Dresses: Jim Hjelm
Wedding Films: Bella Productions

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