As a Southern Belle who is a Bride-To-Be, you are the personification of style and poise, and nothing less than the best will suffice for your wedding. This most auspicious of occasions marks the beginning of a new life for you, the day that you and your soulmate embark on an exciting new journey together. Intense planning has gone into this special day and the atmosphere must be absolutely perfect. Living in Biloxi you are used to beautiful white sand beaches and the luminous Gulf of Mexico, but what a picturesque setting for your ceremony. If this isn’t what you have in mind for your day, the historic mansions and art galleries of Biloxi provide a most romantic backdrop.
The Historic Redding House is a century old Colonial Revival that is designed to inspire nostalgia. This striking piece of history is complete with cypress and mahogany custom wood millwork, fine art murals, nine fireplaces, and pine floors. In fact, this home is so warm and inviting that the Redding family lived in it from the time it was built in 1905 until just recently, and you will love it as much as they did! Redding House is perfect for the bride that wants her wedding to just drip with Southern hospitality and charm.
The Southern bride true to her Southern pedigree must at least consider hosting her soiree at Beauvoir. Once home to Confederate President Jefferson Davis, this national Historic Landmark is 52 landscaped acres that in bygone eras also served hundreds of veterans and their wives. Overlooking the Gulf, this is an ideal garden location for an outdoor ceremony that is a step back in time. Whether you opt to take your vows on the front steps of the house, or under the graceful Davis oak, your evening ceremony will be the epitome of enduring style at Beauvoir.
Chez Charles Place provides a lovely setting for more intimate weddings. In addition to thirty years of experience in the floral business, they can also provide the catering, and décor. The staff is eager to accommodate whatever style and theme you have in mind for your special day. This restaurant style setting has a dance floor and you are allowed to bring in your own spirits. This elegant locale includes all of the details in their pricing. This is terrific because after all, the only surprise you want on this memorable day is that your fiancée decided to get you a bigger diamond!
Beau Rivage Resort and Casino is stylish sophistication that will create a remarkable impression for your wedding day. There are various indoor spaces available, but the piez-de-resistance is the gorgeous outdoor marina deck overlooking the Gulf. Tuxedoed, white glove service exemplifies your impeccable refinement, and your out-of-town guests will appreciate the vast diversity of activities the resort offers. Beau Rivage will make you feel like a truly pampered bride…and you deserve it.
Green Oaks Bed and Breakfast will provide a wedding straight out of a fairy tale. A horse drawn carriage, a string quartet or live Jazz band, and Mississippi’s oldest beachfront residence will all come together to create the perfect atmosphere for your perfect day. Green Oaks is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and this spectacular setting has been featured in numerous magazines. In addition, you can get an early start on your honeymoon in one of their elegant rooms adorned with period pieces, which includes a delicious breakfast served on antique china. Let the staff of Green Oaks handle all of the details for a carefree, picture-perfect day!
A favorite for area residents, and surely the best seafood in town, Steve’s Marina Restaurant can serve up a full bar and buffet, formal, or tray service, tropical décor, and amazing views of the Gulf for your romantic day. And for a truly breathtaking setting, get married in their outdoor setting, with the Gulf as your backdrop! This upscale dining venue is more than just an extraordinary restaurant; it is the ultimate harbor location for your special ceremony.
A few miles away, in nearby Gulfport, you will find dignified elegance at the Crystal Ballroom. This 1920’s “Grand Dame” offers cascading velvet drapes, five crystal chandeliers, Roman columns, and vintage class. The experienced staff will tend to your needs uniformed in tuxedoed and professional chef attire, and your guests will delight in the culinary artistry the staff will be presenting. Choose from such gourmet selections as Artichoke Putanesca Barquette, Marinated Shrimp with Lemon-Ginger Pesto, or the Gulf Coast favorite – Crab Mornay. Consider the Ballroom for a classic wedding, reminiscent of a time when romance ruled.
For an intimate wedding that is truly extraordinary, consider chartering a large Catalina and setting sail on the Gulf of Mexico to pledge your love. A Coast Guard licensed captain will ensure that you have nothing but romance and smooth sailing, as you and your beloved begin your new life together. How spectacular to have such a glorious backdrop to your ceremony as the sun setting over the brilliant sparkling waters of the Gulf. North Star Sailing Charters prefers to customize their service according to your specific needs, and to say that their menu is amazing is to understate the impressive. Set sail for romance with North Star Sailing Charters.
The Biloxi Schooners are another way to celebrate your commitment to one another on the open water. Plan a unique maritime ceremony aboard one of the authentic replicas of a Biloxi oyster schooner-used to harvest seafood in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. Capture the moment as you recapture history, sailing up and down the coastline or to one of the nearby islands. You are welcome to bring your own food and drink for your guests and the schooners can accommodate up to 49 people. After you two pledge your love to one another, enjoy watching the captivating dolphins or the romantic sunset.
For a most dazzling beach wedding, you must look to Ship Island, named by Condé Nast as one of the Top 50 beaches in the nation. Ship Island Excursions provides the only chartered private access to this gorgeous white sand beauty, due to an agreement with the National Park Service. The staff will help you help you plan your amazing day and are able to offer many options including DJ’s, live music, flowers and plants, and other décor. They will also provide a list of caterers that will join you in creating the perfect menu for your big day. If you have always dreamt of having your wedding on the water, they can also offer you a sailing charter along the coast.
A Southern bride can accept nothing less than the absolute best on her wedding day. Every detail must be perfect, proper, and absolutely overflowing with Southern charm! Rest assured that the Biloxi region offers all the Southern hospitality and charisma that you could imagine and more. Whether the location of your dreams is a historic Colonial Revival or adrift on the waters of the Gulf, you will have a memorable and stunning ceremony in Biloxi.
