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Abbey + Jeffrey – Round Hill Resort, Jamaica

Abbey + Jeffrey’s Round Hill, Jamaica Wedding

As seen in Martha Stewart Weddings!

“To build excitement for the guests, Mekala Tinnin of Tie That Binds designed save-the-dates with paper doors (like those found at the wedding venue) that swung open to welcome them to the celebration that awaited them in Jamaica. Bob Marley lyrics peppered the stationery pieces, as did the couple’s pineapple monogram. “(MSW)

Round Hill Hotel & Villas was chosen because of the Old-World charm it exudes and how it feels like home when you stay there. “Being there transports you back to the era of the Kennedys and the 1950s and 1960s,” says Abbey. “It has this understated elegance and is posh without being stuffy. It’s literally a slice of paradise.”

“Abbey tried on three dozen or so wedding dresses at Kleinfeld Bridal before she chose her gown—a lace-accented, sheer-bodice Reem Acra number that she customized with cap sleeves. She accessorized with a simple veil, pearl-and-diamond Mikimoto earrings, a diamond tennis bracelet borrowed from her mom, and Bella Belle shoes. Tai Floral grouped white roses and monstera leaves to give Abbey the “tropical romantic” bouquet she desired.” (MSW)

“Jeffrey wore black velvet slip-ons, his father’s necklace and bracelet, pineapple-shaped cufflinks, the Baume & Mercierwatch Abbey gave him, and the Liljenquist & Becksteadwedding band that had the date and “One Love” engraved inside.” Jeffrey’s late father was a Broadway musician and to honor his memory, the couple chose to play one of his favorite songs as they walked down the aisle. The musicians performed “The Shadow of Your Smile” (which the groom’s dad played for his mom at their own wedding) for Jeffrey’s entrance on the arms of his mother and uncle. Abbey selected “Small World” from Gypsy for her processional with her parents.” (MSW)

Credits:

Photography, Amanda K Photography

Location, Catering, and Cake, Round Hill Hotel & Villas

Flowers and Rentals, Tai Flora

Videography, Stanford Brown

Stationery and Event design,Tie That Binds

Cake, Rose Lee

Music, Aneisha Walker Accapella; PACE Band

Bride’s gown, Reem Acra from Kleinfeld Bridal

Bride’s accessories, Mikimotoearrings; Bella Belle shoes

Hair and Makeup, The Spa at Round Hill

Groom’s dinner jacket, pants, studs, and slippers, The Black Tux