Deysi + Michael’s Enchanted Garden Wedding

Deysi and Michael celebrated their love with an enchanting garden wedding at the Estate at Cherokee Dock. With its picturesque landscapes, grand mansion, and lush gardens, the Estate provided the perfect backdrop for their magical day.

Deysi, originally from Brazil, and Michael, from New Jersey, first met at work when Deysi moved to New Jersey. Starting off as just friends, Michael showed Deysi the ropes when she made the big move. Their love grew slowly but surely, and after another move to Nashville, these two were ready to tie the knot.

With most of their guests coming from out of town, and many from Brazil, they wanted to make sure it was a smooth and enjoyable experience for all. It was important that the food, drinks, and atmosphere were top tier— and with us, that’s a promise! The Estate was the perfect backdrop for their guests to celebrate with its breathtaking views of Old Hickory Lake and sprawling lawns. A truly memorable and magical experience.

Deysi and Michael got ready with their own wedding parties in the mansion’s luxury bridal suite and nearby Stable Loft  before walking the aisle to say “I do” on the Lakeside Lawn. The lakeside ceremony was set with arrangements of vibrant blooms and lush greenery at the altar with a flower petal aisle.

Afterwards, guests sipped on glasses of frozé with a selection of passed apps during the outdoor cocktail hour in the Serenity Gardens, including Bloody Mary oysters, hot chicken biscuits, ahi tuna in a crispy wonton, arancini, polenta cakes with goat cheese, and Key West crab cakes. Lounge areas were also set to create a comfortable environment for guests to mingle with string lights for a fairytale ambiance. 

For their reception inside the Lakeview Event Center, Deysi and Michael blew their guests away with the most stunning and enchanting indoor garden design. The room was draped in forest green velvet with strings of fairy lights across the whole ceiling, while tables were set with soft white linens and acrylic ghost chairs. Centerpieces included antique candelabras wrapped in greenery and full-size faux trees with floating glass bulbs, individually hung white flowers, tea lights, and touches of moss. It was like a fairy tale brought to life!

For dinner, we helped Deysi and Michael curate a culinary experience that embraced Nashville's renowned food scene. The menu featured a fusion of Southern flavors and personal favorites with a selection of four entrees—lemon almondine trout, grilled lamb chop with a tomato demi-glace, chicken cordon bleu, and rigatoni primavera.

During the reception, live musicians played celebratory tunes to kick off the dance floor  and encourage loved ones to join the couple in the fun. And after a late night dessert display of French toast bread pudding, mini cheesecake bites, cake cutting, and more, Deysi and Michael ended their night with a jump in the pool! 

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