Shayla Hawkins Events Blog

Ann + Hunter were like many couples this year, faced with the challenge of changing their long awaited wedding plans. They made the best of it + had a gorgeous tented wedding in August at a family friend’s estate. This was no ordinary tent, SHE made sure as soon as guests stepped inside, it felt like you had stepped into a ballroom. The silky pale pink draping that paneled the sides of the tent, the hardwood floor, + the thousands of twinkling lights hanging from the ceiling created the perfect space for Ann + Hunter’s reception. Despite the challenges this year provided, Ann + Hunter created a safe atmosphere for their guests + SHE was so happy to have planned this special day for a beautiful inside + out couple!

Wedding Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Ceremony: Heinz Chapel
Reception: Private Estate
Photography: Joey Kennedy Photography
Videography: Post Script Productions
Rentals: All Occasions + Marbella Event Rental
Floral Design: Allison McGeary Florist
Linens: Mosaic
Lighting: Every Event AV
Cake: Bella Christie
Catering: Kimberley Ashlee Catering
Entertainment: Bachelor Boys
Makeup: Beauty Justified LLC
Hair: Beauty Justified LLC

Ally + Jesse’s wedding + reception was most definitely a touchdown for love! They both attended Penn State University while Jesse played for the Penn State Nittany Lions, then continued their love story after he was drafted into the NFL!

Having close ties to Penn State + Ally’s family originally being from the area, it only seemed right to have their special day at Ally’s family estate near Penn State University. The sun was shining all day on Ally + Jesse while they got married at a near by golf club. After the ceremony, guests proceeded to the family’s house to enjoy cocktail hour on the lawn. After cocktail hour, guests moved inside the large reception tent that was made to feel like you were inside a ballroom with custom carpeting + draping lining the floors + walls.

Gorgeous florals consisting of light pink + white flowers accented the tan + crème tablecloths, as well as the mirrored head table. The custom dance floor was a big hit all night + the custom cookies by Bella Christie of Ally + Jesse’s dogs were a sweat treat for guests to enjoy! It was a night to remember + SHE was so happy to be a part of Ally + Jesse’s love story!

Wedding Planning + Design: Shayla Hawkins Events
Ceremony: Private Estate
Reception: Private Estate
Photography: Adam Michaels Photography
Videography: ShoFilms
Rentals: All Occasions + Marbella Event Rental
Floral Design: Hens + Chicks
Linens: Mosaic
Lighting: Every Event AV
Cake: Kim Morrison
Stationery: Purple Wagon Designs
Desserts: Bella Christie
DJ: DJ Petey C
Drapery: BD3 Designs
Hair: Gigi Lein
Makeup: Blinc.Bronz.Beauty by Nikki
Wedding Dress: L’Fay Bridal