Page 22 - South Mississippi Living - August, 2025

PEOPLE
story by Cherie Ward
photos courtesy of
Say Yes! Weddings & Events
CURTAIN
UP ON H“ appily Ever After”
The Coastal Magic 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. “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
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