What was the reason for the celebration?
This event was planned to surprise and celebrate Mrs. Sharon’s 50th birthday.

What is something fun you remembered either about the process or the big day?
The best part of the process was incorporating Dreka Gates and Summer Haynes awesome ideas! They have great taste and were so much fun to work with and that made the planning process so much fun.

To see Mrs. Sharon’s face when she walked through the doors was priceless! A room filled with friends and family and so much love! It’s was so beautiful to witness that special moment.

Anything super unique about the big day?
Fun fact: Mrs. Sharon was the captain of her high school majorette team so Kevin, Dreka, and Summer thought of an amazing way for Mrs. Sharon to Reminisce her time on the team by surprising her with a performance from her high school’s current majorette squad! That was also so special to see her face light up with joy!

The Location
The White Magnolia in Kentwood Louisiana. The venue was a perfect match for the rustic chic theme.

You Event Style
What inspired your theme/style?
The color palette was white, greenery, with touches of gold. The theme was inspired by Mrs. Sharon’s favorite flower, the hydrangea.

Party Details
What inspired your party style?
Mrs. Sharon’s favorite flower, the hydrangea, was the inspiration around the overall design of the event.

What menu items did you serve?
The menu was Louisiana/Creole-inspired! From Jambalaya to gumbo, you have to serve only the best dishes when in Louisiana.

Describe your cake/desserts.
The cake was almond flavor with buttercream icing. The design of the cake was truly that of Dreka Gates and Summer Haynes. From the design of the custom cake topper to the 50 dollar bills cascading down the cake, it was literally the icing on the cake in completing and accenting the overall event design.