The Contemporary Arts Center in New Orleans was bustling with excitement in preparation for Serena Williams & Alexis Ohanian’s Beauty and the Beast Inspired Wedding. I was among a team of talented photographers- Bob Metelus, Mel Barlow & Co, and Allan Zepeda that was honored to capture and be a part of it all. This night was nothing short of magical. Every detail so personal and meticulously selected and all the details were exclusively shared and featured on Vogue. Here are some of my favorite highlights of the week! Sweet Olympia had her own custom pieces by J & A Estrada while Alexis stunned in a flawless Giorgio Armani tux.
Serena was breathtaking in her Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen wedding ball gown. Grandma & sweet Alexis Olympia stole my heart as they gazed up at the ceremony, while singer Ciara & Editor & Chief of Vogue, Anna Wintour were just among many of the star studded guests.
Sisters are the best…and when I spotted this moment, my heart swelled.
This sweet family pictures just melt my heart!
The Wedding Reception Performances by New Edition to a surprise carousel reveal! The night could not have ended more perfectly! A huge congrats to the happy couple! Seeing the way they love gave me life and I was honored to be a part of documenting their story.
Wedding Vendors:
Event Planner:
Jennifer Zabinski Events
Website: http://jzevents.com
Instagram: @jzevents
Event Designer:
Preston Bailey Entertainment & Set Design, Inc.
Website: http://www.prestonbailey.com
Instagram: @prestonrbailey
Event Entertainment:
Elan Artists
Website: http://www.elanartists.com
Instagram: @elanartists
DJ Trauma
Website: http://djtrauma.com
Instagram: @djtrauma
DJ Mike Wise
Instagram: @mikewise
Event Catering:
Creative Edge Parties
Website: http://www.creativeedgeparties.com/contact/
Instagram: @creativeedgeparties
Event Photographers:
Bob Metelus | Website: www.bobmetelus.com | https://www.blacknwhitellc.com
Erica Melissa | Website: www.ericamelissa.com
Mel Barlow and Co | Website: http://www.melbarlowandco.com
Allan Zepeda Photography | Website: https://allanzepeda.com
Event Production:
See Hear Productions | https://b-m.facebook.com/seehearpro/
Event Venues:
Contemporary Art Center New Orleans | Website: http://cacno.org
Ace Hotel | Website: http://www.acehotel.com/neworleans
Meril | Website: http://emerilsrestaurants.com/meril
Invitations:
Alpine Creative Group | Website: https://www.alpinecreativegroup.com
Wedding Cake:
Lulu Cake Boutique | Website: http://everythinglulu.com
Welcome Bags:
Lady J Creative | Website: http://www.ladyjcreative.com
Hair and Make-Up:
Angela Meadows Salon | https://www.facebook.com/angelameadowssalon/
Natasha Gross Make Up Artist | https://www.facebook.com/natashagrossmua/
Stylist:
Kesha McLeod
Fashion | Brand Consulting | Style | Website: https://www.kmcme.com
Attire:
Serena – Custom Alexander McQueen | Website: http://www.alexandermcqueen.com/us
Alexis – Custom Giorgio Armani
Website: https://www.armani.com/us/armanicom
Bridesmaids – Custom Galia Lahav gowns | Website: https://www.galialahav.com
Olympia – Custom dresses from Jesus & Antonio Estrada OR Jessica Yuen – undecided)
Website: http://www.allaboutthedressny.com/jesus-and-anotnio-estrada/
Jeweler:
XIV Karats
Website: http://www.xivkarats.com
Instagram: @XIVKARATS
Event Wine / Liquors:
Moët & Chandon
Website: moet.com
Instagram: @moetusa #moetmomen
Casamigos Tequila
Website: https://casamigostequila.com
Instagram: @casamigos
Diageo
Website: https://www.diageo.com
Instagram: @diageo
C Brand
Website: http://www.cbrands.com/our-brands/wine
Cocktail Hour:
2015 The Prisoner Wine Company “Blindfold” White Blend
2016 The Prisoner Wine Company “The Prisoner” Red Blend
Dinner:
Charles Smith Wines Kung Fu Girl Riesling 2016
Charles Smith Wines Chateau Smith Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
Charles Smith Wines Eve Chardonnay 2015
*Social handles:
Charles Smith Wines
- Facebook: @CSmithWines
- Instagram: @CharlesSmithWines
The Prisoner Wine Company
- Facebook & Instagram: @PrisonerWineCo
Serena Williams-Alexis Ohanian-New Orleans Wedding Gallery as featured on:
Over the Moon | www.overthemoon.com
Vogue | www.vogue.com
Brides | www.brides.com
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You are so talented ????????
Thank you Chris!!!