Dr. & Mrs. Gregory

St. Francis de Sales Cathedral | Ellendale Country Club

Married: December 16, 2023


I remember leaving Jaimo & Caroline's engagement session and thinking to myself "They are so much FUN" and I knew that once their wedding day was here it was going to be amazing! Boy was I right!! This wedding goes down as one I will never forget!


These two were surrounded by such amazing family and friends on their wedding day. There were so many sweet moments that stuck out to me as I captured each part of the day. One being Caroline's Mom's advice to Caroline once she was in her gown. I tear up just thinking about it. As a mom of a daughter, I can't imagine how surreal it must have felt to see her baby girl on her wedding day.


After Caroline was in her gown, we did a first look with her bridesmaids and they were just in awe of how gorgeous she was, and they made sure her entire day was a celebration! Just as we were finishing up portraits on the patio, the rain stopped, and we were blessed with the most amazing sunset I have ever seen on a wedding day. My goodness, it will be something I will never forget.


Jaimo & Caroline's ceremony was so beautiful. I always love photographing at St. Francis, but I love it even more when Father Jay is the officiant. He sang such a beautiful song to the couple, and he had us all giggling by having the couple kiss several times during the ceremony. The congregation roared with applause when Father Jay pronounced Jaimo & Caroline husband and wife.


After the ceremony, we took a few portraits in the church & then headed to Ellendale Country Club to celebrate. Wow... wow.. wow... Nick Hebert did a phenomenal job decorating. This wedding reception was just stunning. Caroline's first cousin surprised everyone by singing for the couple's first dance. All their guests sung along and cheered when Jaimo dipped Caroline. Rouge Krewe got the celebration started and the dance floor was never empty. I've never seen so many guests dance at a reception. It was an absolute blast.


Being a part of weddings like this is such an honor. This sweet family was so gracious to us. I hope you enjoy this gorgeous couple as much as we did! Their smiles and their joy are contagious! To the Haydel & Gregory family, thank you from the bottom of my heart for giving us the honor to document such an amazing day!

 

God Bless,

Crystal

Wedding detail flatlay with invitations, rings, and floral elements on rustic brick background.
Close-up of sparkling diamond engagement and wedding rings on delicate lace fabric.
Wedding dress collection display with elegant white gowns and decor elements.
Group getting ready photo in matching white robes by a bright window.
Bridesmaids in white outfits celebrate joyfully on outdoor porch steps.
Wedding day preparation moments captured in a series of candid getting ready shots.
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Two candid wedding preparation photos showing formal attire and getting ready moments.
Wedding preparation scenes showing bridesmaids helping with the bridal gown and veil.
A group of bridesmaids in white dresses gather around during wedding preparations.
A bride in an elegant lace wedding gown stands in a bright dressing room with a canopy bed.
Bridesmaids in matching white dresses gather excitedly around the bride in a bright room.
Large wedding party in formal attire poses on a white porch balcony overlooking the scenery.
Side-by-side bridal portraits featuring lace details and a flowing veil against evening light.
Silhouetted wedding portraits at sunset showing dramatic lighting and flowing veil.
Evening wedding portrait with string lights creating a warm ambiance in the background.
Wedding party poses under string lights at sunset on an outdoor patio with orange sky in background.
Wedding party members in white dresses stand in line against sunset backdrop.
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Groomsmen in black tuxedos stand at church altar during wedding ceremony.
Wedding ceremony in progress inside traditional Catholic church with wooden pews and white decor.
Wedding ceremony moments captured in church with guests seated in wooden pews.
Wedding ceremony processional in elegant white church interior with arched ceilings.
Couple exchanges vows at church altar during traditional wedding ceremony.
Church sanctuary filled with wedding guests during traditional ceremony.
Wedding party members in formal attire gather in a church hallway during a traditional ceremony.
Wedding party gathers near altar during ceremony in decorated church.
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Wedding ceremony in progress at an ornate church altar with evergreen trees and pink floral arrangements.
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Wedding ceremony in progress at decorated church altar with evergreen trees and pink poinsettias.
Traditional church wedding ceremony with guests seated in wooden pews and decorated altar.
Wedding party poses for formal portraits in a beautiful traditional church setting.
Romantic wedding couple shares intimate moment in church aisle with decorated altar in background.
Series of romantic wedding portraits captured in church with decorated altar and candlelight.
Elegant wedding ceremony in a grand cathedral with ornate architecture and chandeliers.
Reception venue decorated with stunning canopy of twinkling string lights creating a magical atmosphere.
Couples dancing under a romantic ceiling of warm glowing lights at an elegant wedding reception.
Black and white photos capture romantic dance moments under sparkling reception lighting.
Wedding reception dance floor illuminated by dramatic string light canopy overhead.
Wedding guests celebrate on the dance floor during an energetic reception party.
Elegant wedding cake cutting ceremony with champagne flutes and decorative table setting.
Wedding celebration with sparklers creating magical light trails in the night.
Dramatic sparkler exit creates magical light trails during nighttime wedding festivities.
Wedding party dancing and celebrating on the dance floor during an evening reception.
Black and white photo of wedding guests dancing and celebrating at a reception venue.
Wedding reception dance floor filled with guests celebrating in black and white.

VENDOR LOVE

Ceremony | St. Francis de Sales Cathedral

Reception | Ellendale Country Club

Bride’s Cake | Bobbie Danos

Groom's Cake | Kimbla Cakes

Band | Rouge Krewe

Florist | Nick Hebert

Videographer | Dyle Films

Hair | Lindsey Warren & Bliss Theriot

Makeup | Jodi Loupe & Kiley Bilbo

Coordinator | Nick Hebert

Officiant | Father Jay Baker

Caterer | Ellendale

Transportation | Ray Rides & Foxy's

Decorator | Nick Hebert

Bridal Attire | Town & Country

Bridemaids Dresses | Bella Bridesmaids

Invitations | Gina Cox

Jeweler | Fakier's

First Dance Song | All Your'n