Whether you first fell for her as Joan on Mad Men, as Beth on Good Girls, or in any of her other star turns on screen, we all know and love Christina Hendricks. And we are so excited to give you a peek into her dreamy, glam, Southern Gothic New Orleans wedding to George Bianchini.
Both Christina + George loved NOLA long before they found each other. The two met on the set of Good Girls were George was working as a camera operator. When they first started dating—each on a different side of the country—New Orleans made a perfectly romantic + adventurous midpoint city where the couple could meet. Over time it became a city that felt like theirs even though they’d each come to love it on their own.
So when Christina + George started planning their “I do’s,” New Orleans made perfect sense as a location. With the help of planner Emily at Unique Weddings and Events, a sultry, delicate celebration full of moody colors and lace took shape at Napoleon House, a historic spot in the heart of the French Quarter that boasts a beautiful balance of peeling paint and opulent grandeur.
We are so inspired by this beautiful Hollywood love story and the breathtaking wedding it led to And we can’t wait to give you a peek at these gorgeous photos by Sophie Berard—including some exclusive never-before-seen shots of the celebration!
So, let’s take a trip down to the Big Easy and bask in the beauty of Christina + George’s Big Day!
Welcome Night
First things first: the night before the wedding even began, Christina was already stunning guests in this iconic read-carpet-worthy welcome dinner dress.
The dusty blue gown was designed by none other than fashion genius friend of the couple Christian Siriano.
After the ceremony, these gorgeous newlyweds took to the streets of New Orleans.
Christina, George, and their guests grabbed their umbrellas + hankies and headed out into the French Quarter for a second line—the traditional New Orleans wedding parade—led by New Groove Brass Band.
A Romantic Reception
We cannot get enough of this unique wedding reception seating chart! Each table was named for a color in the wedding’s palette and accented with a corresponding tassel!