Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Weddings Real Weddings A Formal Garden Wedding in Georgia By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Website An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Updated on February 2, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Meredith and Adam's Georgia Wedding Harwell Photography Meredith and Adam met through mutual friends in June of 2011 while they were living in Atlanta. They instantly connected and were engaged seven months later. Ten months after that, on November 3, 2012, they tied the knot in a romantic garden setting filled with soft colors and earthy touches. 01 of 21 Calligraphed Invitations Harwell Photography The couple's letterpressed Bella Figura invitations featured a leaf motif and scrawling script. See More Classic Wedding Invitations 02 of 21 All-White Flowers Harwell Photography Meredith's snow-white bouquet included gardenias, dahlias, garden roses, spray roses, ranunculus, and peonies. See More White Wedding Bouquets 03 of 21 The Fashions Harwell Photography The grounds of Barnsley Gardens provided a picturesque backdrop for the couple's portraits. The bride paired her Vera Wang gown with Kate Spade shoes. The groom wore a Sid Mashburn suit. 04 of 21 Blush Bridesmaids Harwell Photography Meredith's 'maids wore soft pink floor-length Joanna August gowns from Bella Bridesmaid. See More Bridesmaids from Real Weddings 05 of 21 Burlap Boutonniere Harwell Photography Adam pinned a unique burlap bloom, custom-made by Jackson Durham, to his lapel. See More Boutonnieres from Real Weddings 06 of 21 Keeping Warm Harwell Photography Blue blankets, displayed in a basket and marked with a sign from Georgia Ann's Paperie, were on hand so that guests could get cozy during the ceremony. After the wedding, they were donated to a shelter. 07 of 21 Dramatic Ceremony Arrangement Harwell Photography A stately urn filled with maple vine, white hydrangea, autumnal chrysanthemum, majolica spray roses, and Dutch Queen Anne's lace marked the entrance to the ceremony. 08 of 21 Hand-Painted Signage Harwell Photography Signs painted to match the couple's invitation calligraphy directed guests to the various areas of the celebration. See More Signs from Real Weddings 09 of 21 Monogrammed Ring Pillow Harwell Photography The ring pillow, purchased on Etsy, boasted the couple's initials. See More Ring Pillow Ideas 10 of 21 Shutter Seating Display Harwell Photography Escort cards were placed in shutters, which the bride picked up at an antiques store. 11 of 21 Wooden Menu Harwell Photography A large sign created by Back40Life listed the evening's cuisine, which was served buffet-style. See More Menu Cards from Real Weddings 12 of 21 Simple Centerpieces Harwell Photography Full centerpieces of pee gee hydrangea, David Austin garden roses, Queen Anne's lace, and dusty miller topped long farmhouse tables. See More Simple Centerpieces 13 of 21 A Unique Focal Point Harwell Photography Jackson Durham created an installation made with branches, candles, and glass orbs that hung above the head table. 14 of 21 Mr. and Mrs. Harwell Photography Meredith loved these pillows—a pre-wedding gift from her sister—so much that she used them to designate the bride and groom's chairs at the reception. See More Chair Decor from Real Weddings 15 of 21 The First Dance Harwell Photography Adam proposed to Meredith with an original song he wrote especially for her. He recorded the song so it could play for the couple's first dance. See More First Dance Songs from Real Weddings 16 of 21 Desserts Aplenty Harwell Photography Guests could indulge in three different cake flavors for dessert; salted caramel, tiramisu, and "black tie" (chocolate). See More Dessert Tables from Real Weddings 17 of 21 Blooming Details Harwell Photography Each confection was topped with fresh flowers. 18 of 21 Hand-Rolled Cigars Harwell Photography Fresh cigars were on site for guests to enjoy at the reception or take home with them. 19 of 21 Unique Guest Book Idea Harwell Photography In lieu of a guest book, loved ones left notes for the newlyweds on wooden hearts. See More Guest Book Ideas 20 of 21 A Sparkly Departure Harwell Photography The celebration ended with a fun-filled sparkler sendoff. See More Amazing Fireworks and Sparklers 21 of 21 Sources Harwell Photography Photography: Harwell Photography Venue and Catering: Barnsley Gardens Planning and Production: Lindsay Pitt of TOAST Events Event Design: Heath Ray of Jackson Durham Stationery: Georgia Ann's Paperie Cakes: Lush Cakery Ceremony Music: Event Performance Band: We Got the Beat via EastCoast Entertainment Rentals: Settee Event Decor Tent: Event Rentals Unlimited Makeup and Hair: The Moore Agency Videography: Remedy Films Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit