Skylar Fontaine Photography
The Trendsetter Series by Southern Bride presents
designed by Pennywell Events
New Orleans brings a natural sense of celebration to any wedding, and this Trendsetter Series design at the Omni Royal Orleans captures that spirit with a fresh perspective. Designed by Pennywell Events, the day moves beyond the traditional Southern garden-party aesthetic, embracing lush greenery, organic details, and a distinctly Crescent City character.
The courtyard sets the tone for the ceremony, allowing the venue’s original stucco walls and arched doorways to remain part of the design. Towering fan palms, tall bamboo stalks, and trailing ivy fill glass vessels along either side of the aisle, complemented by wrought-iron candelabras. Whitewashed cross-back chairs keep the setting understated, allowing the greenery and architecture to take center stage. The design is a reminder that a venue with distinctive architectural details often needs only a few thoughtfully chosen statement pieces to make an impression.
The invitation suite introduces a romantic, vintage-inspired aesthetic through hand-illustrated details, including fuchsia blooms, a stone bridge, a pair of swans, and an old oak at sunset, all framed in plum scrollwork. Olive-green envelopes with blush pink liners add another layer of color, while a mustard-yellow RSVP card incorporates a QR code linking to the wedding website. The combination balances traditional artistry with modern convenience. Styled with loose orchids, alstroemeria, and banana leaves, the suite carries the botanical elements of the celebration into every detail.
Skylar Fontaine Photography
A four-tier cake in crisp white fondant features a delicate, ruffled texture along the bottom tier, adding subtle dimension and movement. A cascade of greenery, pepper berries, and protea trails down one side, tying the design back to the bridal bouquet. Finished with a hammered gold stand, the cake balances understated elegance with organic detail.
Delana Lynn Photography
Skylar Fontaine Studios
The bouquet brings a personal touch to the palm-inspired design. Fan palm creates a sculptural backdrop for a loose arrangement of white lisianthus, blushing bride protea, alstroemeria, phalaenopsis orchids, and sweet pea. Soft greenery and pepper berries trail throughout, while subtle blush tones add warmth to the predominantly white-and-green palette. The overall look feels fresh, organic, and quietly tropical.
Delana Lynn Photography
A brass band brings a distinctly New Orleans touch to the celebration as Big Fun joins the couple in front of a vintage-style bar. The groom’s deep green suit and blush tie complement the botanical palette and soft pink accents, while the bride’s beaded gown and sparkling train catch the light beneath the ballroom chandeliers. The scene strikes a balance between classic elegance and the easygoing spirit of a New Orleans celebration.
Stella Alvina Studios
Event Planner: Pennywell Events | Florist:Blooms Botanica | Hair & Makeup Artist: Up’Sa Daisy Salon | Rentals: True Value Rental/Just Ask | Paper Goods: Sprinkles Art Co. | Second Line Band: Big Fun Brass Band | Cake: Bae’s Bakery | Bridal Boutique:Bliss Bridal | Bridal Fashion: Majesty by Justin Alexander | Groom Suit: Suit Shop | Models: Gabby & Joey Johnson
Photography: Delana Lynn Photography, Skylar Fontaine Photography, Stella Alvina Studios
