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    Wedded bliss – Ashlyn & Austin James – Aug. 1, 2020
    Franklin County, Lifestyles, News, Top News Stories FRONT PAGE, Z - News Main, Z - TOP HOME
     By  Alison James Published 
    2:16 pm Tuesday, January 26, 2021

    Wedded bliss – Ashlyn & Austin James – Aug. 1, 2020

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    FRANKLIN LIVING—

    Ashlyn and Austin’s fairytale began in 2013. They had attended the same school for years, but they didn’t meet until, by fate, a mutual best friend introduced them. After Austin’s persistence, he managed to finally acquire Ashlyn’s phone number. They will always tell you it was love at first sight.

    THE FIRST DATE: Ashlyn and Austin’s first official date was to OH! Bryan’s for a romantic candlelit Valentine’s Day dinner.

    THE PROPOSAL: May 7, 2019, while on a beach trip with Austin’s family, Austin told Ashlyn they were going on a romantic dinner together; however, Austin had really hired a photographer and led Ashlyn to a private beach. Ashlyn thought they were just taking some professional photos together, but in reality, Austin got down on one knee and proposed to the love of his life.

    THE WEDDING: Harvest Hollow Venue and Farm

    Ashlyn and Austin’s perfect day was Aug. 1, 2020, at Harvest Hollow Venue and Farm. This venue was absolutely perfect for their dream wedding.

    FAVORITE MOMENT: Both Ashlyn and Austin’s favorite moment of their wedding was the first look. Not only was it an emotional, yet intimate, moment between two people in love, but it was a moment they both will look back on and cherish forever.

    THEIR LOVE: What Ashlyn loves most about Austin is his huge heart that cares most about the people closest to him and his passion and determination to always live their relationship to the fullest. What Austin loves most about Ashlyn is her commitment to always put others first and how she stays motivated and works hard to achieve their relationship goals.

    FINAL WORD: Ashlyn is the daughter of Timothy and Kimberly Sanders. Austin is the son of Chris and Stephanie James.


    MEET THE WEDDING TEAM:

    Officiant: Jason Swinney

    Maid of honor: Mary Beth Nichols

    Bridesmaids: Haley Hargett, Lindsay Balentine, Ashley Swinney and Gabby Cook

    Best man: Jacob Devaney

    Groomsmen: Hunter Winstead, Jake Dill, Dillan Swinney and Nathan Hulsey

    Venue: Harvest Hollow Venue and Farm

    Catering: Rawhide BBQ

    Wedding Director: Lauren Boston

    Florist: Carmalita Coan

    Cake: Bellaria Wedding Cakes by Tina Parker

    Videographer: Woodnote Media

    Photographer: CREATE by Heather Sherrill

    Invitations: Minted Weddings

    Wedding dress: Kay’s Kreations

    Bridesmaids’ dresses: Promenade

    Hair: Ashley Watson

    Make-up: Savana Vinson

    Men’s Attire: Coats Clothing Co.

    Music: Universal Events

    Favors and gifts: Etsy.com

    Rentals: Party Pros

    Draping: Kris Clark Designs

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