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Colorful Wedding At The Island House

September 27, 2017

Rescheduled due to Hurricane Matthew last October, Lindsey and Chris turned a hitch that could have ruined their plans into something fun and colorful. The bride’s main goal for her wedding day was to make sure guests were relaxed and enjoyed themselves. With a dreamy reception under cafe lights and colorful pops of coral, it’s safe to say Duvall Events created the perfect atmosphere. The Happy Bloom captured the day as guests sipped on “hurricane” cocktails as the sun set on The Island House. I don’t know about you, but I think this wedding is the definition of turning a rainy day into a rainbow.

Photography: The Happy Bloom // Planning, Catering, Florals + Rental: Duvall Events // Venue: The Island House // Hair + Makeup: Paper Dolls Hair // Bride’s Dress: Justin Alexander purchased at Jay West Bridal // Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Bari Jay Fashions // Music: Darby Events // Rentals: Snyder Events // Paper Goods: Guest Room Creative // Ring Box: The Mrs Box // Film Lab: Indie Film Lab

Romantic St. Augustine Engagement // Rachel + Chris

September 15, 2014

Brooke Images captured Rachel and Chris’ sweet engagement in the historic city of St. Augustine, Florida. Full of European architecture and hidden alleyways bursting with lush greenery. This little coastal town seems like the ideal romantic setting for an engagement but then again with a couple this in love, anywhere would be just perfect!

Photographer: Brooke Images

Sweet Cupcake Engagement // Julia + Tom

September 8, 2014

Today’s engagement from Justin DeMutiis Photography takes the cake… literally! Julia and Tom’s engagement starts with some sweet Gigi’s Cupcakes and ends with a romantic stroll on the beach. I don’t know about you, but I think this sounds like the recipe for a perfect engagement!

Photographer: Justin DeMutiis Photography

Pink + Turquoise Beach Wedding // Brooke + Jeff

June 11, 2014

This pink and turquoise beach wedding from Seagrove, FL could not be more sweet and intimate. The bride was escorted down the aisle by her father and son while her brother played guitar. The couples sons could not have been cuter, hamming it up in bow-ties and fedoras! I dare you not to smile along as you view these joyful images from Sarah Lyn Photography.

Photographer: Sarah Lyn Photography // Planner: Betsy White, White Sand Weddings // Makeup: Jessica Miller, Make Me Blush

Happy Weekend // Around The Web

May 16, 2014

Happy Weekend! I hope your weekend is as cheery as this wedding below! I can’t get enough of the bright colors and large paper flowers filling the gardens. Make sure to view all of this wedding over on Martha Stewart as well as the other fun links I’ve rounded up!

I can’t get enough of this creative and colorful garden wedding full of gigantic paper flowers.

An enchanting Ballet themed wedding via Burnett’s Boards.

I love this romantic beach picnic for two!

The perfect lace romper for warm summer days.

Charming Seattle wedding featuring a gorgeous outdoor tent setup.

Yum, I know what I’ll be making this weekend!

A song for your weekend.

Pink Alhambra Hall Wedding // Barbara + Giles

March 26, 2014

I just love a wedding that pays attention to detail and can make a venue you’ve seen a thousand times look completely different. And today’s wedding from Jennifer Bearden Photography does just that! Lizz Akerman of Southern Protocol transformed Alhambra Hall into an elegant and inviting space. With luxe lounge areas full of pattered pillows, bud vases of pink blooms and tea candles. I also love the added touch of the white bar with a pattern to compliment the pillows. The glowing “cocktails” sign and splash of pink uplighting kept the space bright and youthful. Barbara and Giles included their cute little pup in the ceremony to complete this all too charming affair!

Photographer: Jennifer Bearden Photography // Planner: Southern Protocol // Venue: Alhambra Hall, Charleston, SC // Cake: Delicious Desserts // Caterer: Cru Catering // Florist: Stems // Paper Goods: Dodeline Design // Rentals: 428 Main Vintage Rentals // Band: Permanent Vacation // Lighting: AV Connections

Hillsboro Beach Engagement // Heather + Corey

March 24, 2014

We’re hoping to brighten your Monday with today’s engagement from Finding Light Photography. Hillsboro Beach, Florida was the perfect setting for this casual couple. With an empty white sand beach and clear blue water, their engagement could not have have taken place on a more pristine day!

Photography: Finding Light Photography

Waterfront Charleston Engagement // Brooke + David

March 13, 2014

There’s nothing sweeter than an engagement shoot and one in downtown Charleston doubles the charm factor! Brooke and David’s engagement from Meet The Burks takes place among the lush palms and dock swings of Waterfront Park. Be sure not to miss the creative ring picture these two created with scrabble pieces!

Photography: Meet The Burks

Storybook Bridal Shoot

March 12, 2014

Oh do I have a gorgeous inspiration shoot to share with you today! The Swan House at the Atlanta History Center provided the perfect backdrop for this inspiration shoot from Rustic White Photography and The Sentimentalist. And I must say this storybook shoot has everything fairy tale’s are made of! Organic bouquets paired with loose updo’s complimented flowing Carol Hannah and Leanne Marshall gowns and created an ethereal and airy vision.

Photography: Rustic White Photography in collaboration with The Sentimentalist // Venue: The Swan House at The Atlanta History Center // Gown: Carol Hannah, Mulberry Gown, Spring 2012 Collection // Gown: Leanne Marshall // Hair + Makeup: Claudia Mejerle // Florals: Meredith Mejerle for Amy Osaba

Happy Weekend // Around The Web

March 7, 2014

The Charleston spring festivals officially start this weekend with the Wine + Food Festival! The city is bursting with top chefs and visiting foodies. I’m not attending any tent events but am excited to stop by the Jack Rudy cocktail tasting tonight while I’m on the monthly downtown art walk. If you’re in town, check out the fun events going on in Marion Square and if you’re not, isn’t it time you planned a visit!?

Charleston Photography Workshops just launched!

Perfect, mismatched bridesmaids dresses make an elegant statement in this wedding!

A vintage circus themed wedding in Italy!

I love this Art Deco ceremony set-up.

A cotton field wedding reception sounds like the perfect Southern fete!

A song for your weekend.

Bonnet Island Estate Wedding // Jennie + Scott

February 26, 2014

With a color palette of classic navy and white today’s wedding is every bit the sailors dream! Brooke Courtney Photography captured this couples day at the stunning Bonnet Island Estate in Ocean County, New Jersey. Jennie and Scott’s reception took place in the sweeping ballroom with 30-foot high cathedral ceilings designed to resemble the inside of a ships hull. With monkey’s fists anchoring table numbers and tablecloths resembling the blue and white patterns of Wedgwood China this couples wedding is a perfectly preppy seaside affair!

Photography: Brooke Courtney Photography // Venue: Bonnet Island Estate

Lush Pacific Northwest Portrait Session // Christina + Ryan

February 24, 2014

A lush green forest outside Seattle is the perfect setting for today’s organic portrait session from Lora Grady Photography. With a backdrop this naturally beautiful you don’t need much to make it romantic as this couple proves. The Makeup Session kept the bride’s look elegant with soft makeup and a sweet waterfall braid, while the bride wore a wispy long veil and carried a simple bouquet of baby’s breath.

Photography: Lora Grady Photography // Makeup: Michelle Mai Smith, The Makeup Session // Dress + Suit: J. Crew

Chic Southern Wedding // Shelby + Chris

February 19, 2014

I am just bursting at the seams to share today’s wedding from Sean Money + Elizabeth Fay. Full of bright colors and bold details this Lowndes Grove wedding is one chic Southern affair! And I haven’t even mentioned the best part yet, the bride is rocking a Yolan Chris blue wedding gown. If you’ve ever wondered how to wear a blue gown take notes from fashionable bride Shelby. I adore the attention to detail that Ooh! Events brought to this creative wedding including the plush lounge areas mixed with vintage and modern decor. And I can’t get enough of the rustic farm tables overflowing with succulents with vintage mix and match china and glassware from Polished. Shelby and Chris’ wedding perfectly reflects their fun personalities and will leave you more than inspired for your own big day!

Ceremony and Reception Venue: Lowndes Grove Plantation // Photography: Sean Money + Elizabeth Fay // Day-Of Coordination: Julie Romero // Florist: Out of Hand // Catering and Cake: Fish // Decor and Rentals: Ooh! Events // Glassware + Flatware: Polished! // Tent + Dance Floor: Snyder Rental // Invitations + Wedding Papers: Sincerely Yours, Diane // Bridal Gown: Yolan Chris from London Bride Couture // Bridesmaid Dresses: BCBGMAXAZRIA and Roland Mouret // Hair: Justine Porteraj // Makeup: Pamela Lesch Makeup // Groom and Groomsmen Attire: Hugo Boss // Transportation: A Charleston Wedding // Music: DJ Wade of Other Brother Entertainment

Happy Valentine’s // Around The Web

February 14, 2014

Happy Weekend! I’m sharing my all time favorite Valentine’s clip below from Small Fry. You have to watch it as it’ll brighten your day even if your not a fan of this pink, heart filled day. This weekend is the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition in Charleston and I’ll be spending it volunteering at a puppy adopt-a-thon! Nothing says love like cuddling with some sweet fur balls. I hope you have a wonderful weekend and here’s hoping love is in the air for you tonight!

Maybe my favorite video ever – kids explaining the meaning of Valentine’s Day.

Kind of an amazing gift – Grumpy Cat Valentine’s cookies.

A must have hair accessory for the holiday.

Perfect cards for that special someone.

Forget a box of chocolates this recipe for red velvet cake balls sounds delish!

A song for your weekend.

Pink Dot Beauty Bar

February 13, 2014

Recently one Sunday as I was wandering downtown Charleston I decided to stop into Pink Dot Beauty Bar. I had heard about the space from my friend Lacey Reeves at Luxe Beat Mag and I recently worked on a wedding with one of their main makeup guru’s Andrew Petersen. Upon entering I immediately noticed the bright, warm space. Housed in a two story building on Meeting St. the beauty bar has beautiful exposed brick walls and a white and mint interior. Walking in you immediately feel comfortable, like you are entering your best friends amazing powder room. For a girl like me who isn’t a makeup maestro and feels more than uncomfortable at department store beauty counters, Pink Dot was a breath of fresh air. Demetrius could not have been sweeter and I thoroughly enjoyed spending time chatting with him as he showed me makeup techniques. Owner Meghan Walker founded the Pink Dot Beauty Bar as a makeup store specializing in smaller “Indie” brands. The laid-back space is full of high-end labels like Susan Posnick, Ellis Faas and Sunday Riley. In addition to the first floor boutique Pink Dot Beauty Bar also offers an upstairs room, perfect as a bridal party getting ready space or a venue to hold your next girls night makeover party! So the next time you are in town, stop into Pink Dot Beauty Bar. Who knows, you might pick up some new beauty tips or a new shade of gloss!

Second Image: The Click Chick Photography // Fourth Image: McBee Photography // All other images via Pink Dot Beauty Bar

Airlie Gardens Engagement // Kelly + Gareth

February 12, 2014

Today’s engagement features the cutest couple whom you will fall even more in love with when you hear their sweet story! Kelly and Gareth met on a blind date just three days after he returned from deployment in Afghanistan. After an almost four hour coffee date at Starbucks, Kelly knew it was love at first site. Flash forward six months later as Kelly and Gareth grab a quick coffee on their way to dinner with their parents. Gareth sits Kelly down on the same Starbuck’s couch where they met only a few months ago and surprises her by popping the question! Angela Newton Roy photographed their engagement an Wilmington, NC where they combined the romantic scenery of Airlie Gardens with the carefree seaside of Wilmington.

Photography: Angela Newton Roy Photography

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