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PRODUCING“I Do” THE PERFECT
Behind the Curtain with Say Yes! Weddings & Events
story by Cherie Ward
photos by Canvas Collective
and courtesy of Say Yes! Weddings & Events
Lights. Florals. Action.
When the curtain rises on your big day, no one delivers the drama—minus the stress—like Say Yes! Weddings & Events. With a touch of Broadway, a flourish of Southern charm, and a whole lot of Gulf Coast glam, this premier planning powerhouse turns everyday venues into center- stage showstoppers.
At the helm are Brie Lybrand Garza and Jordan Melancon— co-owners, lead planners, designers, and resident visionaries. With theater in their bones and a fierce passion for storytelling, they approach each event like a grand production, where timing, emotion, and spectacle come together in perfect harmony.
Brie and Jordan built Say Yes on the belief that no two
events should ever feel the same. One celebration might lean Bridgerton elegance, the next might go full Gatsby-glam, and another might sparkle with down-home authenticity and coastal soul. Whatever the theme, their events are rooted in heart, handled with polish, and delivered with flair.
“One of my all-time favorite weddings has to be the one with a thousand guests—it was unforgettable,” Brie said. Added Jordan, “We’ve had the honor of working with so many families in the Asian community, especially Vietnamese weddings. We really fell in love with the traditions, the culture, and the vibrant energy. It’s a different experience every time, and it’s always so beautiful.”
Because for the Say Yes team, it’s never just about planning. It’s about producing memories that feel cinematic—and making sure the couple feels like the stars of their own once-in-a-lifetime debut.
Say Yes isn’t just a brand—it’s a full-blown ensemble performance. Behind every stunning centerpiece, every flawless transition, and every heart-stealing moment is a cast of creative pros who know how to stick the landing. Their powerhouse lineup of talent that reads like the credits of an all-star stage play and includes: Lead Floral Designer Ashton Lindsley; Executive Assistant Coordinator and Photographer
Canvas Collective Photography
Leon Wallace; Planners and Coordinators Emily Davis, Payton Mattina, Amanda Ramsey, Travis Smith, Sam Dossett, James Fuqua, and Clint Bond; Coordinators and Photographers Emerson Guess and Pete Stump; Coordinator Mallory Crist; Assistant Floral Designer Kyra Rogers; Translation Coordinator Thuy Nguyen; and Coordinators and Security Jayson Tisdale and Gregory Stanley.
Together, this dream team stages everything from black- tie galas to barefoot beach ceremonies, with one signature throughline: it has to be unforgettable.
Even the best-laid plans can hit a few snags. Cakes get dropped. Makeup artists no-show. But this crew never misses a beat. They stick to their objective: creating unforgettable moments—and pulling a little magic out of their sleeves when they need it most.
“You never can tell when we’ll have to play fairy godmother and bibbidi-bobbidi-boo something to make a carriage out of a pumpkin,” Brie laughed. “But we always make it happen.”
Because when the lights go up and the vows are said, Say Yes! Weddings & Events isn’t just behind the scenes. They’re center stage—not just pulling off the big moments but making them unforgettable.
Standing ovations are optional—but highly likely.
504.400.5159 SayYes@SayYesMS.com • sayyesweddingsevents.com
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