A Pink-and-Green Whimsical Wedding in New Orleans

Whitney and Parker

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Parker Argote proposed to Whitney Pozgay on a French Quarter street during a trip to New Orleans. So it was only fitting that the two would wed only a block away. "We live in New York because we work in the fashion industry," says Whitney, who grew up in Arizona. "But we both knew we had to get married in Parker's hometown -- he loves New Orleans."

With a little help from the groom's New Orleans-based mom, the duo planned a wedding full of fun, personality, and Louisiana flavor.

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Welcome Gifts

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Welcome boxes included NOLA treats such as Crystal hot sauce, sweets from Cactus Candy, pecan pralines, and Zapp's famous chips. A paint box reflected the artistic reception venue.

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The Bridal Party

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Whitney wore Monique Lhuillier's blush silk jacquard "Peony" trumpet gown, and her white-clad bridal party wore dresses from J.Crew.

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Bridesmaid Gifts

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The bride gave her 'maids classic signet rings engraved with their initials, and her maid of honor received a bracelet. The packaging matched the day's pale-pink and green palette.

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The Groomsmen

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Parker, in a custom suit by M. Goldberg Clothier, and his best gents in suits from J.Crew and Perlis, posed for portraits in front of Saint Mary's Church.

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The Boutonnieres

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The groomsmen looked dapper in seersucker ties by Whit and ranunculus and hellebore boutonnieres.

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A Little Drummer Boy

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A white drum wrapped in green paper was a fun prop for Parker's godsister's son and a play on the New Orleans jazz scene.

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Sweet Attendants

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The tiny ring bearer looked up to a flower girl.

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Mother of the Bride

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Bride Whitney posed for a candid portrait with her mother.

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A Quiet Moment

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Whitney and Parker broke tradition and sneaked in a little alone time before the ceremony.

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Ceremony Programs

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Joe Budd

Simple multipage programs were bound at the top with green ribbon.

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The Ring Pillow

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Joe Budd

The wedding bands from In God We Trust were presented at the ceremony on a ring pillow made of striped Hyman and Hendler ribbon.

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Here Comes the Bride

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Whitney's father escorted the blushing bride down the aisle.

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The Vows

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Whitney and Parker exchanged vows in a Catholic ceremony at Saint Mary's Church.

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Newlyweds

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The duo exited back up the aisle as husband and wife, headed for portraits and partying.

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A Jazzy Exit

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Smitty Dee's Brass Band, a traditional New Orleans second-line band, led wedding guests through the streets to the reception venue.

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Parade Through the Streets

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Led by the newlyweds, the party paraded from the church to the reception accompanied by the band. Whitney carried a bridal parasol, while Parker toted an umbrella he purchased on the street at the last minute.

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Cheers of Joy

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In the second line, guests waved hankies screen-printed with the date and the word "Yippee!"

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Reception Markers

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W and P banners were hung from lampposts in front of the venue.

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Crafty Cocktails

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Joe Budd

Cocktail napkins from ForYourParty.com matched the kraft-paper color scheme and were labeled with the couples' initials, New Orleans, and wedding date in white.

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Cocktail Hour Bites

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Guests snacked on crab-broiled brisket and herb- and panko-crusted chicken sliders from FoodArtInc.com. They were topped with "Yum!" kraft paper flags on skewers.

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The Reception Venue

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Friends mingled and enjoyed Cajun treats at the reception venue, Madame John's Legacy.

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Calligraphed Cuffs

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Calligrapher Betsy Dunlap added the cocktail hour catchphrase to the brown kraft-paper napkin cuffs that wrapped silverware during dinner.

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The Cake

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The buttercream-frosted, vanilla-and-sliced strawberry beauty was topped with sugar gardenias that echoed the painting above the fireplace by Parker's grandfather.

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A Southern Tradition

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Bridesmaids tugged cake pulls from Gem Printing out of the dessert before it was cut -- a Southern tradition that brings good fortune to single ladies.

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Fashionable Family

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Attendees included Whitney's aunt and uncle, Kate and Andy Spade.

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Flirty Favors

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Guest favors -- heart-shaped "Lolita" sunglasses from Private Island Party in pink vellum sleeves by Paper Presentation -- doubled as fun accessories loved ones could sport in the photo booth.

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A Heart-y Shot

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The couple, with Parker's mom, goofed around in the photo booth decorated with illustrations by Mary Matson.

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Photo Booth Props

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More whimsical glasses were on hand for guests entering the photo booth, plus an oversize pencil prop that matched the artist-themed backdrop.

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Fun Photo-Op

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The bride's mother and aunt mugged for the camera in the photo booth.

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The Guest Book

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The photo booth produced two strips of images: one for partygoers to keep in a takeaway frame, another to place in Whitney and Parker's guest book along with their well-wishes.

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Handkerchief Keepsakes

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Pocket squares from The Tie Bar were embroidered for the family by Monograms Off Madison. The couple handed out screen-printed versions of the handkerchiefs to the rest of their guests.

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Shady Guests

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Portrait photographer and wedding guest Claiborne Swanson Frank, left, sported her heart-shaped sunglasses for the camera with a friend.

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Frosty Treats

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Snow cones from Mr. Snowball, a local favorite, were enjoyed by all at the reception.

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Festive Sparklers

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Heart-shaped sparklers from Say Anything Design awaited in vessels filled with pink sand. Witty words tied several of the day's elements together, from favors and cocktail napkins to hankies and a "Just Married" sign.

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Fiery Farewell

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Friends and family bid the newlyweds farewell with their heart-shaped sparklers.

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Horse and Buggy Send-off

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The couple trotted off after the reception in a buggy pulled by Midnight the mini horse, a special guest for the evening from Rowdy's Rascals. The exit was one of their favorite moments, even though "the horse did bite my ears," says Parker.

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Sources

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Locations: Saint Mary's Church (504-525-9585); Madame John's Legacy

Event Coordination: Carol Bond Weddings & Events

Catering: Food Art, Inc.

Flowers: Meade Wenzel (504-289-9883)

Stationery: Blackbird Letterpress

Rentals: Event Rental

Wedding Photography: Austin Gros

Bride's Gowns: Monique Lhuillier; Whit (the bride's company)

Music: second line, Smitty Dee's Brass Band; reception, Eudora Evans and Deep Soul

Photo Booth: Smilebooth

Bride's Accessories: shoes, Stuart Weitzman; earrings, Ted Muehling; rental parasol, Bella Umbrella

Hair: Miranda St. Pierre

Makup: Meagan Fairley

Wedding Bands: In God We Trust "Groovy Suede"

Ring Boxes: Sapphire Lane

Postage: Champion Stamp Co.

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