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An Autumnal Outdoor Wedding at Gabrella Manor in Birmingham, Alabama

Courtney White (29 and in the baking industry) and Lee Yellock (33 and in the baking industry) worked in the same company for four years but Lee thoug

Courtney White (29 and in the baking industry) and Lee Yellock (33 and in the baking industry) worked in the same company for four years but Lee thought Courtney's name was Charmaine and she thought his was Chris. After she left the company, the pair began dating and Courtney thought for sure that Lee was going to propose over Christmas. But it wasn't until mid January, after Courtney ran to the bathroom with an upset stomach, that Lee followed her and popped the question! When it came time to start wedding planning, Courtney stumbled across a few wedding photos at Gabrella Manor on Facebook and was impressed with the space. They booked the Alabama property and planned a brown, green and orange seasonal affair with moss accents. Vibrant orange gerber daisy centerpieces popped against the brown linens and added to the fall motif and the ceremony's moss backdrop enhanced the earth feel. "We just wanted a simple-yet-elegant party that fit our personalities and was laid-back," says Courtney. "Our goal was for all of our guests to feel comfortable and welcome!"

Courtney saw pictures of a wedding at Gabrella Manor on Facebook and was instantly impressed with the property.
For their fall day, the couple went with fern green bridesmaid dresses with orange Gerber daisy bouquets.
"We instantly loved our wedding location because itrngave a romantic , old world feel that we love," says Courtney. Plus the moss on the house was amazing and flowed perfectly with our fall colors!"
Relaxed Gabrella Manor Wedding Outdoor Ceremony
Courtney and Lee's Outdoor Alabama Ceremony
The couple was referred to Gabrella Manor by a friend whose aunt works there and they fell in love with the lush moss and tress throughout the property.
Celebratory Champagne Reception Toast
Rustic Fall Reception Decor with Gerber Daisies
The couple incorporated their favorite color—moss green—throughout their relaxed outdoor reception.
Modern Moss and Candle Centerpieces
"We just wanted a simple-yet-elegant party that fit our personalities and was laid-back," says Courtney. "Our goal was for all of our guests to feel comfortable and welcome!"
Vibrant orange gerber daisy centerpieces popped against the brown linens and enhanced the fall feel.
Mini Chocolate-Iced Cupcakes
Courtney and Lee's First Dance