Alexandra Weber & Jordan McGowen
Alexandra Lynn Weber and Jordan Bruce McGowen exchanged wedding vows March 29 at First Baptist Dallas. The Rev. Robert Jeffress officiated with nuptial music provided by Dr. Jerry Aultman, Tom Gilchrist, Julia Miller Klie, and the Highland Park High School Orchestra. The scripture reading was by the Rev. Sean Worrell. Following the ceremony, a reception, with a seated dinner and dancing, was held at the Adolphus Hotel. The celebration featured lush floral arrangements in ivory and white hues with bright pink and coral accents, designed by Branching Out. The couple’s first dance was to “It Had to Be You.” The rehearsal dinner was held at the Dallas Petroleum Club. John Cain Photography was on hand, recording every magical moment for posterity.
The bride is the daughter of Cindy and Tony R. Weber of Highland Park. She is the granddaughter of Ms. Wilma Green, the late Mr. Homer Green, Ms. June Weber, and Mr. Tony W. Weber.
The groom is the son of Janice and Malcolm Theobald of Houston and the late Mr. Blake McGowen. He is the grandson of Ms. Mary Andrzejewski, Ms. Margaret Theobald, Mrs. Jean Theobald, Mr. Brian Theobald, and Mr. Neil McGowen.
The bride was presented in marriage by her parents and escorted down the aisle by her father. She chose “Leda,” a strapless, mermaid gown from Vera Wang’s Luxe Collection, which featured delicately placed tulip and rose Chantilly lace over web-designed lace, presenting a luxurious layered look. The gown’s train was completed with Vera Wang’s signature “flange” tiered wave detail for added drama. The bride also chose to have her dress hand-embroidered in Swarovski crystals to add a bit of shimmer. To finish her look, Alex wore a matching lace, cathedral-length veil, which included pearls from her mother’s wedding gown sewn by her mother and two grandmothers.
Assisting the bride as maid of honor was Kylie Weintraub. Bridesmaids included Hannah Ferrin, Stephanie Martin, Spindrift Beck, Taylor McGowen, and Amber Green. Among the members of the house party were Audrey Green and Katherine Weber. Flower girls were Ansley Green, Kennedy Worrell, and Reagan Worrell.
Attending the groom as best man was his brother, Alexander McGowen. Groomsmen included Bobby Spiller, Travis Laine, Jordan De La Cruz, and Scott Wilkinson. Ushers were Alan Hise, Austin Weber, Blake Worrell, and Clayton Worrell.
The bride is a 2008 graduate of Highland Park High School. She attended Texas A&M University, where she received a bachelor’s degree in business honors and finance. Alex competed as a professional triathlete during college, getting the opportunity to race both locally and internationally. Alex works as a financial planner at RGT, a private wealth management company in Dallas.
The groom is a 2007 graduate of Cinco Ranch High School in Houston. He attended Texas A&M University, where he received a bachelor’s degree in marketing. Jordan works as a field marketing representative at Newton Running, a shoe company based in Boulder, Colo. Jordan is a two-time Ironman Triathlon finisher and has run 11 marathons across the United States.
Following their wedding trip to Ambergris Caye, Belize, the couple have made their home in Dallas.
