Molly Gee is not only a Southern Weddings fan, she’s a Southern Weddings vendor! It’s always fun to see how someone who works in weddings goes about planning her special day, so I hope you enjoy this month’s interview!
Hi! What’s your name?
Molly Gee
What’s your fiancé’s name?
Justin
A fun shot from Molly Gee and Justin’s engagement session by Beth Morgan!
How did the two of you meet? Tell us your story.
We met a few times in and after college through mutual friends, but we didn’t really make the effort to get to know each other until the summer of 2010. Separately, we had set big plans for our lives outside of Mississippi, but in the end, the Lord led us back to our hometowns to follow a different path together.
What did you do on your first date together?
Both of us were on tight budgets, so when Justin said he wanted to take me out on a date but couldn’t afford an expensive dinner, I suggested milkshakes and popcorn with a rented movie. We watched Young Guns (not really sure how we came to that choice!?). A few weeks later, I asked him to be my date for filming a friend’s music video. We showed up to the shooting location (a cabin in Mississippi!) and had to dress in 1920’s fashion and pretend to play instruments.
Now tell us alllll about the proposal.
Justin and I first talked about marriage in the spring of 2011. We knew we loved each other very much, but also wanted to be sure we were established in our professions before making such a big decision. Looking back, I now know that Justin wanted his main surprise to be the timing of the proposal. So, when he said sometime in 2012, I believed him!
On December 23, 2011, my sister called to say she needed me to babysit my nieces while she finished last minute Christmas errands. She seemed flustered, but I figured it was just stress from a long ‘to do’ list. I called Justin to tell him my plans, and he mentioned taking me out to dinner that night, and we decided he would pick me up at my house once I was done sitting.
I take my dog, Fern, with me most places. So after babysitting, I parked in my garage, unloaded Fern and my other belongings, and headed inside. My first reaction? “Oh no! My Christmas tree lights exploded everywhere!” Fern tore through the foyer ahead of me, sliding on the dozens of candles that were set up and generally making a mess. I dropped my bags and just stared at Justin (who was on one knee) from across the room. He had to ask The Question from a distance, and finally said, “Can you please walk over here?” I, of course, said yes!
It’s fun to find out the little details afterward, isn’t it? Justin requested my sister’s help in getting me out of the house for two hours, but in the end, only needed about 30 minutes to get everything set up! (He watched Christmas Vacation on my TV while waiting with his car parked down the street!) My sister relaxed at my parents’ house while baking Christmas dishes… not running errands!
Molly Gee, Justin, and Miss Fern! (Photo by Beth Morgan)
When’s the big day?
Friday, October 12, 2012
Where might you two be tying the knot?
The ceremony and reception will be held at The South, a refurbished warehouse in Jackson, MS, owned by the talented Wendy Putt of Fresh Cut Catering and Floral. Justin and I love the space and its endless possibilities. It is definitely a blank canvas and we have access to so many great antique furniture pieces stored in the building.
Who or what has been most inspiring in the wedding planning process?
If Pinterest were a person, I would hug her! I have to admit, when I was first engaged, one of my first thoughts was, Yay! It’s now definitely acceptable to start pinning the heck out of wedding photos! Also, thank you, thank you to Southern Weddings for your ultimate wedding planning checklist in V4! I have notes and check marks covering the pages!
Has your vision for your wedding changed or evolved over the course of your engagement? If so, how?
Since I work in the wedding business, I have always tried to stay very neutral with my personal wedding preferences, although it’s hard not to have an idea of what you want and don’t want. I have stayed with a vision of mostly neutrals, complemented by small pops of color. I love both rustic and modern styles, so we have tried to find a happy medium throughout the planning process.
Molly Gee’s inspiration board!
We’re guessing you’re planning to make your own wedding accessories. True?
Of course! I plan to wear the Daisy (a tulle birdcage veil), the Delphinium (a braided rhinestone sash), and for the reception, possibly the Wisteria (a tulle flower hairpiece). The bridesmaids will wear a mix of hairpieces, necklaces, and sashes. Even Justin and his groomsmen will wear a mix of MollyGee designs bow ties and ties!
What are you most looking forward to on your wedding day?
I’m looking forward to marrying this wonderful man and celebrating with all of our family and friends! On my wedding day, I want to put all the headaches of planning aside and just enjoy! Justin is also VERY excited about his groom’s cake! He is Arsenal’s number one fan, and the cake will be in the shape of the team’s crest.
Two awesome groom cakes we’ve featured in the past: an alligator (photo by Stephen DeVries) and a ham (photo by Oh, Darling!)
Any advice you’d like to pass along to fellow brides?
We all want our day to be perfect and it’s understandable to focus on making that happen! Even through all of the planning and decisions, remember it is only one day of your life. If the wedding doesn’t flow exactly as you planned, you are still marrying the one person you care the most about!
Thank you so much for playing along, Molly Gee! Readers, if you’d like to apply to be a Southern Bride of the Month, check out this post for all the details! If you’ve already emailed me, you’re still in the running for future months!
Stephen DeVries is a fabulous member of our Blue Ribbon Vendor Directory!
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Jessica, July 27, 2012 6:23 am reply The coral is my favorite, but all of the colors are gorgeous! Oh and... Team Jef!
Sandryte, July 27, 2012 7:28 am reply I am a fan of yellow right now :)
Mary, July 27, 2012 7:35 am reply Team Jef with one f! and I love the coral!
Madelynne Moulton, July 27, 2012 7:39 am reply My favorite color is DEFINITELY the mint! Oh, and I picked Jef out on the very first night! He was my favorite from the get-go :)
Kelly E., July 27, 2012 8:17 am reply I was team Jef! And, definitely the blue. So pretty and calming. They look so soft, too! Thanks for the chance to win!
Meg S, July 27, 2012 8:21 am reply These are so pretty! I was Team Sean. Sadness.
Emily, July 27, 2012 9:14 am reply Meg S: Haaaaaa! I loved Sean, too :) BUT the good news for you is that he might be back as the next bachelor!
Lerissa, July 27, 2012 8:49 am reply TEAM ARIE!!! I love the dusty blue! My wedding is going to be White, Blue Gold and Fall! It such a soft color that can make everyone see how pretty they are.
Lauren, July 27, 2012 9:00 am reply Definitely Team Jef. I think when it came down to it she'd rather have someone strong in their own faith than no faith at all and I couldn't agree more! Love that! Can't decide which color I like best.. D. All of the above.
Macy Stewart, July 27, 2012 9:21 am reply I was team Jef and would love to curl to to watch Bachelor Pad in a Love Ophelia Robe! I love the ivory color!
megan, July 27, 2012 9:59 am reply i love the coral. spunky!
Kristen, July 27, 2012 10:14 am reply Team Jef! I think he and Emily really bring out the best in each other. I love the coral color that Emily wore - probably because coral is one of my wedding colors and I can't get enought of it these days!
Christine, July 27, 2012 10:15 am reply Team Jef of course! And I love the blue!
Erica, July 27, 2012 10:18 am reply Definitely team Jef, though still not certain if it will work out- what was with the delay on answering his proposal?? I couldn't get out the words "yes I will marry you" fast enough!! And the blue is definitely my fav :)
Holli W, July 27, 2012 10:20 am reply Team Jef all the way mainly because I like that he was off the beaten path and was uniquely himself. Anything blue is perfect in the Ophelia robe & would go perfect for my upcoming wedding ; ))))
Lauren K., July 27, 2012 10:26 am reply I love the Blush color, so romantic! I hope to win, what a perfect robe for the honeymoon :)
Amanda Glow, July 27, 2012 10:26 am reply I loved Jef, Emily is so smitten! I love the coral color it looked gorgeous on Emily...thanks for the copportunity!
Melissa Vause, July 27, 2012 10:28 am reply One of my wedding colors is Misty blue and this dusty blue robe pictured looks perfecttt!!! LOVE this color!
caitlin allen, July 27, 2012 10:30 am reply I was a Jef fan myself. And I love the blue one! So very bridal :)
Blair Thomas, July 27, 2012 10:34 am reply Love the Coral & the Dusty Blue-both beautiful! And definately Team Arie, all the way! But glad they found love, thats all that matters : )
Laura, July 27, 2012 10:40 am reply I hope I win because the dusty blue is already my favorite color!
Kelly, July 27, 2012 10:42 am reply I am team Jef and the lemon is my favorite color :)
Brittney Perryman, July 27, 2012 10:44 am reply This Bachelorette finale was by far the hardest for me because I loved both of the final men! Arie was clearly gaga over Emily, but the connection she shared with Jef {with one f} was palpable through the TV! Over the course of the season, I grew to love Jef as much as I loved Arie on the first night. On the night of the finale, I found myself on Team Jef! I really admire Emily for having the guts to send Arie home when she knew that Jef was the one. And the way he was with Little Ricki made me tear up! Jef is undoubtedly the man Emily is meant to spend forever with. Everything from Love Ophelia is gorgeous, but my favorite color is coral! I'm a blonde like Emily with the same skin complexion, so I know this color would look fab on me!
Jess, July 27, 2012 10:44 am reply My favorite color is the coral which is my main wedding color but we also have accents of dusty blue and of course white! So really I love all the colors! These looks super comfy and I love the rompers!
Allison, July 27, 2012 10:48 am reply I'm loving both the mint because it's the color of the Victorian home where I'm getting married!
Molly king, July 27, 2012 10:50 am reply Team Jef all the way, there just seems to be more chemistry Rose sounds stunning and romantic
Christina Shippey, July 27, 2012 10:57 am reply Coral-loved it when Emily wore it on the show! I was team Arie-but I hope she and Jef will be very happy together! :(
Megan, July 27, 2012 11:05 am reply I started out as Team Arie but towards the end Jef definitely grew on me and I'm happy she chose him! The blush robe would go perfectly with my theme!
Caitlin, July 27, 2012 11:12 am reply I was Team Jef ALL THE WAY! Arie brought heat and passion but Jef is the total package: sweet,thoughtful,funny,& adventurous! And I would have to say that the blue is my fave, so pretty :)
Kelsey B., July 27, 2012 11:25 am reply I was definitely Team Jef! Emily and Jef were so comfortable and goofy around eachother that it was just natural. And the way Jef interacted with little Ricky sealed the deal! They will make the cutest little family! And I love the Serendipity "dusty blue"! A very close match to Carolina blue :) -Kelsey
Ashley, July 27, 2012 11:28 am reply Team Jef an coral!
Kelsey B., July 27, 2012 11:30 am reply I was definitely Team Jef! Emily and Jef were so comfortable and goofy around eachother that it was just natural. And the way Jef interacted with little Ricky sealed the deal! They will make the cutest little family! And I love the Serendipity "dusty blue"! A very close match to Carolina blue :)
Alissa Cady, July 27, 2012 11:32 am reply I was so torn! I loved that Arie was so funny but was worried he only liked her because he was so physically attracted to her. I like that Jef mentioned God's plan and timing! He seemed more family friendly. :) I love the coral robe! So chic!
kristind, July 27, 2012 11:39 am reply LOVE the coral - gorgeous!! Team Jef!
Deserie Fernandez, July 27, 2012 11:39 am reply I was Team Jef from the begining. This is the best couple of all the bachelor/bachelorettes. I would have to say the dusty blue is my favorite, lately I have fallen in love with that color.
Afton, July 27, 2012 11:51 am reply The coral color is great and looks good on any complexion! I would love to win the dusty blue robe for my something blue on my upcoming wedding day, September 2!! Can't wait!
Evelyn, July 27, 2012 11:52 am reply Team Jef With One F all the way! And, with regards to the more pressing of the two questions, Dusty Blue is tops for me. Although, I do really adore the Blush and Mint hues as well. Such a fabulous collection.
Sarah, July 27, 2012 11:54 am reply I was Team Jef for sure!! I love the blush color... which is one of my wedding colors... but the blue just for the wedding night would be fantastic, too!!
Brooklynne Gladysz, July 27, 2012 12:01 pm reply Does Team Sean count? :) Im glad she chose Jef over Arie and I love the coral!
Sarah-Belle, July 27, 2012 12:08 pm reply I'm in love with all of the colors! The coral is probably my favorite (but that's one of my wedding colors!), the cream colored one is so sophisticated, and the powdered blue is definitely a sleepy-time color.
Elizabeth @ HobbyLobbyist, July 27, 2012 12:09 pm reply I love the blue-- it's so fresh and lovely.
Amy, July 27, 2012 12:15 pm reply I love the blue! So beautiful!
twg, July 27, 2012 12:30 pm reply Team Arie all the way! But happy for Emily and Jef, and I'm loving the coral!
Ashley L, July 27, 2012 12:34 pm reply Love the coral color! Reminds me of the coral peonies from my spring wedding!
Meghan, July 27, 2012 12:40 pm reply Team Jef :) The blue is my fav!!
Sarah H., July 27, 2012 12:50 pm reply Team Jef, from the beginning of the season. I love coral and blue.
Megan D., July 27, 2012 12:55 pm reply Team Arie! Happy for Emily but he was a doll.
Ashley, July 27, 2012 1:11 pm reply Team Jef! *swoon* and the dusty blue is my favorite color from the collection!
Juliet, July 27, 2012 2:31 pm reply Oh! Fingers crossed for this one! I am so team jef and love coral! :)
Danielle Ratliff, July 27, 2012 3:02 pm reply Team Jef!! The dusty blue is gorgeous. Love y'all!
Nicole, July 27, 2012 3:05 pm reply I was definitely team Jef. When he took her to his family ranch, I was SOLD.
AshleyHH, July 27, 2012 3:30 pm reply I personally was Team Arie! I can't believe how sad I was for him!! I felt terrible for him. And I am loving the coral. And the ivory. And the dusty blue... they are all so pretty!
karm, July 27, 2012 3:38 pm reply loving the sweet ivory!
Hannah W., July 27, 2012 4:48 pm reply What a great giveaway! I am a huge Bachelor fan too :) I was team jef!! He and Emily seem perfect together and I couldn't have been more excited seeing them so happy on the finale. I love the coral and blue color, both are lovely!
Chelsea, July 27, 2012 4:54 pm reply I'm loving the dusty blue robe! I was pulling for JEF WITH ONE F the entire time!
Sunny E, July 27, 2012 4:58 pm reply Wasn't Team Jef One F until the last episode! So precious and caring! Also, adore the coral just like the future Mrs. Jef Holm!
Alice, July 27, 2012 5:03 pm reply Team Jef all the way!!
Brianne, July 27, 2012 5:48 pm reply The dusty blue is perfectly lovely! Love it!
Jamie, July 27, 2012 6:21 pm reply Team Jef all the way!! I love the light blue & would love to wear it while getting ready format wedding next June :) xO
Brooke B, July 27, 2012 6:25 pm reply Team Indecisive? I have a way of rooting for everyone ... I couldn't choose. Same with the colors, although dusty blue is my favorite at the moment.
Dania, July 27, 2012 6:42 pm reply Team Jef! In the first episode when Jef skateboarded in, Emily giggled and beamed, and you could tell she had a crush on him! Not only is he genuine and fun, he is also a giver; his company People Water gives a portion of proceeds to build clean drinking water around the world. I wish the best for Ricki, Jef, and Emily! My favorite color is Ivory. It is a fresh and soft color that would be perfect for a summer day. Maybe even an upcoming wedding:)
Alicia, July 27, 2012 6:44 pm reply Team Jeff he was such a doll! and I adore the coral one :)
Kate E, July 27, 2012 7:08 pm reply The coral is just gorgeous!!
Caroline R., July 27, 2012 7:15 pm reply Definitely team Jef! And I love the coral!
Meagan, July 27, 2012 7:51 pm reply Just love that blue!!! I'm running over to their site right now to look for BM gifts!!
Sam L., July 27, 2012 8:26 pm reply I was definitely Team Jef! The letter scene definitely won me over :) And the Love Ophelia collections are beautiful, I'd probably say my favorite is the dusty blue! I love almost anything in that color blue!
cathy steiner, July 27, 2012 11:41 pm reply TEAM JEF! and i have to go with coral, it's so punchy and fun!!
Julie, July 27, 2012 11:56 pm reply I was team Sean...but I grew to love Jef in the end. Love the coral!
Whitney, July 28, 2012 1:45 am reply I love the something blue robe!
Andrea, July 28, 2012 2:58 am reply I L-O-V-E both the blue and the pink; however I think the blue would be more flattering!
Lindy, July 28, 2012 7:15 am reply Team Jef!!!! Coral is my fave but all are lovely!!
Renee, July 28, 2012 7:26 am reply How do you choose? Each piece in the collection is girly and fabulous! But if I had to choose, I supposed it would be the coral. :)
Bridget, July 28, 2012 10:01 am reply Dusty Blue all te way! :)
Emily, July 28, 2012 10:31 am reply Well I was team Sean too! But I guess Jeff. And I love the blue - so soft and sweet - perfect for a winter wedding!
Laurel, July 28, 2012 11:19 am reply Team Jef for sure! I loved him from the very beginning. And I love the blue color, so so pretty!
Patty, July 28, 2012 12:15 pm reply Team Jef - I love the coral :)
Liz M, July 28, 2012 12:35 pm reply I love the dusty blue! So pretty. Also, Team Jef.
Taylor J, July 28, 2012 1:03 pm reply OH YES! Team Jef all the way!!!!! I could have been happy either way, however! Emily has a great head on her shoulders! Fave color...coral... It's probably the best color ever.
Jenna Ouu, July 28, 2012 1:51 pm reply I love Coral :)) ANd Team Jef! :DD Hope I win :P
Stephanie, July 28, 2012 5:11 pm reply I love them all, but I think I'm partial to mint or navy...or coral. Dangit, I can't choose! (And I was Team Arie, but I think she made the right choice with Jef. Actually, I WAS Team Sean... c'est la vie!)
ZRJ, July 28, 2012 9:01 pm reply Team Jef - Coral!!
Emily, July 28, 2012 11:05 pm reply All of the colors! But especially the blue, I think. Thanks for the tip - I'm always looking for a new cute robe!
lisa, July 28, 2012 11:24 pm reply Dusty blue and Arie :)
Addie Kate, July 29, 2012 1:49 am reply I was team jef! My favorite from the beginning :) and I love the blue color robe best!
Katie, July 29, 2012 1:00 pm reply I love the coral! I picked Arie (also in a bracket/pool competition) all along because I wasn't sure if she could get past how much she loved to kiss him. So happy she chose Jef though!!
Emily, July 29, 2012 1:01 pm reply I am team Jef all the way (: and I love them all, the pastels are beautiful, I cannot possibly choose! I will be putting those on my wish list (;
allie, July 29, 2012 3:45 pm reply Team Jef all the way! And the coral is my fave but blue is gorgeous too :)
Laura F., July 29, 2012 4:10 pm reply I love the coral and the dusty blue. So pretty!
Jessica, July 29, 2012 10:33 pm reply I'm team Jef for sure! And I love the coral :)
Laura, July 29, 2012 11:42 pm reply A. Jef all the way!! B. I love Ivory...I reckon I'm a classic type of girl :)
Andrea S, July 30, 2012 7:55 am reply Team Jef with one F! That gorgeous coral robe caught my eye on the show so I am so happy you blogged about it! I love the dusty blue also!
Katie, July 30, 2012 11:30 am reply I didn't watch the bachelorette until towards the end, and at that point I was team sean :( but I recently went back and watched some of the earlier episodes, and now I am definitely team jef! I loved the line he said in his first one on one date, about finding someone to share the details with...made me tear up and especially realize how lucky I am to be marrying my best friend in december. And of course my favorite color is the blue, blue colors bring out the blue in my eyes :)
Lisa, July 30, 2012 9:09 pm reply Team Jef! But it was a hard choice--Arie was a sweetheart too! All the Serendipity robes are lovely, but I think my favorite color is the coral that Emily wore. Fingers crossed that we'll be seeing her in a future issue of SW! :)
Lauren Y., July 30, 2012 10:59 pm reply Hi! I was Team Jef for sure! Wishing the new family all the best! Looking at the Serendipity collection, I also have to say that I love the Serendipity robe in blush! Dusty blue is definitely a close second, so being lucky enough to win it would also make my day :)
kristin, July 31, 2012 8:38 am reply All the pieces are amazing but right now I'm loving the coral and yellow.
Caroline, July 31, 2012 12:46 pm reply I was team Arie, but I like her with Jef. Love the coral color!
tatiana, August 1, 2012 10:23 am reply love the serendipity robe in navy - classic (and less likely to get stained!) and...of course, team jef!
Colleen, August 1, 2012 4:54 pm reply I was rooting for Jef since he rode in on his skateboard. Love his hair! My favorite color in the collection is mint!
Nancy Ray, August 1, 2012 5:10 pm reply Love love love the dusty blue!
danielle, August 1, 2012 5:43 pm reply Team Jef! Love the coral!!!
Stephanie, August 1, 2012 6:19 pm reply I was definitely team Jef, and I love the mint color robes!
Gwynne, August 1, 2012 6:57 pm reply Team Arie. For sure! These robes are so pretty. Love the mint color!
Sara M., August 1, 2012 10:45 pm reply Team Jef and love the mint color!
Lauren, August 3, 2012 12:12 am reply I <3 the lemon!!!
Juliet, September 22, 2012 8:00 pm reply Hi! I know this was forever ago but, did you ever do this giveaway? I'm sorta still hung up on it. :) what can i say! its a cute robe!