When Billie L auren H arting and Jon D ouglas Bibb began
plans for their May 7, 2011 wedding, they knew they
wanted to incorporate fun into the ceremony.
“W e are huge T om Petty fans and thought it would be cool if
Billie walked down the aisle to an instrumental version of ‘A merican
G irl’,” says Jon, who was introduced to Billie seven years ago by his
business partner.
T heir outdoor ceremony reflected the couple’s love for music,
opening with a cello, violin and classical guitar playing ‘W hite
W edding’ by Billy Idol, and concluding with ‘T oday’ by the
Smashing Pumpkins. T he newlyweds claimed that the music was one
of the best parts of their C ountry C lub of L andfall Ballroom reception
and described the C harleston-based band that played, Plane
Jane, as phenomenal.
“E veryone liked the music but people raved about the food,” says
Billie, who describes the A sian-inspired menu that featured sushi
rolls, a noodle bar and sake.
T he happily married couple honeymooned at Sandals on St.
L ucia. R elaxing and spending time together after the busy months of
wedding planning were the highlights for Billie, now back to work
at NO FO at the Forum. T ogether, Jon and Billie are still living in
W ilmington and making plans to travel in the future, yet memories
of their big day still linger.
“W e did a lot of different things at our wedding which made it
special,” says Jon, who owns A tlanta Bread in W ilmington. “O ur
ceremony was very cool and something Billie and I will never forget.”
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Billie&Jon
May 7, 2011
The Elements Ceremony Site: Country Club of Landfall, Nicklaus Club
Lawn, Reception Site: Nicklaus Club Ballroom, Rehearsal Dinner Site: Lumina
Hall, Rentals: Party Suppliers, Photography: Eric Von Bargen, Wedding/Event
Planner: Caitlin Hoffman, Landfall, Officiant: Michael Mullins, Gown: Priscilla
of Boston from Belk, Shoes: Gianni Bini, Jewelry: Priscilla of Boston, Hair:
Hannah Lewis, Seagrass Salon, Makeup: Hannah Lewis, Seagrass Salon,
Bridesmaid Dresses: White House Black Market, Formalwear: JoS. A. Bank,
Invitations: Michaels, Flowers: Kim Fisher Designs, Catering: Landfall, Cake:
Landfall, Music: Plane Jane, Transportation: The Wilmington Trolley Company,
Accommodations: Hilton Garden Inn, Honeymoon: Sandals on St. Lucia
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