The couple were showered with love from their friends and families, guest included Real Housewives of Dallas star D’Andra Simmons, Vanderpump Rules star Scheana Shay, Phaedra Parks (Real Housewives of Atlanta), Patti Stanger (The Millionaire Matchmaker) and former RHOC stars Lizzie Rovsek and Peggy Tanous.
The mom-to-be wore a white lace gown by Project Runway designer Michael Costello with an empire-waist bodice, plunging neckline and flowing sleeves, according to PEOPLE. She also was seen wearing diamond teardrop earrings, flats and a necklace that spelled her daughter’s name. Smiley was wearing a charcoal suit and pink shirt, styled with an open collar.
“I have to say thank you to each and every one of you for being here today,” Rossi said in an emotional speech, according to PEOPLE. “You guys know how long this journey has been for Slade and I. We have been together now for 10 years. We have been trying for a baby for the last four and half years and, oh my gosh, this is such a blessing from the good Lord above.”
She also thanked the “amazing people” at Southern California Reproductive Center, who guided her through her IVF journey. “It literally took five men to get me pregnant,” she joked. “They truly have become family there. They helped make our wish of Skylar Gray come true.”
The event was held in Laguna Beach, California, at event space Seven 7 Seven.
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