Edisto Island Wedding {Ali + Josh}

The South Carolina coastline has this mystical quality about it that, let's be honest, holds the key to all of our hearts.  One of our favorite coastal spots for stunning, Lowcountry wedding imagery, is the dreamy, coastal town of Edisto Island, just an hour south of Charleston.  Thanks to lenses of Sarah C Photography, today we get to share Ali + Josh's whimsical, Just Married session along the shores of Edisto.  The afternoon started with an abundance of romantic, Spanish moss at Trinity Episcopal Church of Edisto before heading to beach to finish up at sunset.  Talk about Lowcountry heaven, right?

Southern Wedding at Cheval Manor Farms by Amber Davis Photography

It's no secret that we love some Southern, burlap details up in here, and for that reason alone (oh, and some seriously gorgeous photography), we're field trippin' it up to Tennessee for this one-of-a-kind Southern stunner.  I did a little happy dance when Amber, of Amber Davis Photography, sent over this wedding because I just KNEW you Lowcountry ladies would go crazy over it.  Bailey + Chris tied the knot this past October in an outdoor ceremony followed by a tented reception on the grounds of Cheval Manor Farms.  The whole event is laced with simple, yet beautiful, burlap details that give the entire day a rustic and relaxed feel.   They even treated their guests to a Lowcountry-esque boil, a Smores station and even sent them packing with sweet, honey favors! Oh, and how adorable are those Toms? Love!

Lowcountry Boutonnieres {Wedding Details}

As you all know, it's Tuesday, which means it's detail day around here...and today, it's all about boutonnieres!  While the rules are flexible, most couples tend to accessorize any important person that is not part of the bridal party which a big, beautiful bout.  Normally, this tends to include parents, grandparents, ushers and readers.  While most leading ladies tend to stress over the style and look of the flowers they will carry down the aisle,  few give much thought as to what their husband-to-be will be sporting.  Our best advice is to let the your personal style, location and season lead the way and don't be scared to utilize non-floral materials such as feathers, cotton, fabric and even buttons.  Hopefully, this round up will get your creative juices flowing..

Laura + Cory {Charleston Engagement}

If you've ever stepped foot in the Lowcountry, there's a good chance you've developed a soft spot in your heart for the region and I can always see that adoration when checking out a couple's engagement session.  Arizona couple Laura + Cory are currently planning their destination wedding in Charleston and they recently teamed up with Shannon of Riverland Studios for this dreamy engagement session at two of my favorite locations; the classic Legare-Waring House and the laid back shores of Folly Beach.  From their comfortable demeanor and flawless clothing selections to the stunning venues and romantic photography, every detail was pure perfection.  Oh, I forgot to mention that Laura even decorated one of the abandoned boats of Folly Road to create a personalized backdrop!

Sarah + Tyler {Virginia Wedding}

Oh yes, Stephen Gosling has done it again with this irresistible Southern wedding he shot this past September in the beautiful state of Virginia.  The couple, Sarah + Tyler, went with a natural color palette that complimented their outdoor, rustic setting.  Sarah looked like a sweet Southern Belle in her dainty strapless gown while Tyler looked handsome in his classic black tuxedo.  While I may have been drooling over the simple, yet stunning, decor in this wedding, I'm really in love with the images of the couple.  The weather and sunlight was perfect and I don't think they could have asked for a more beautiful backdrop.  Can we say frame-able!?

Spring + Summer Bouquets {Wedding Details}

I've been soaking up loads of wedding inspiration today and thought who better to share the fruits of my labor with then my favorite Lowcountry brides and I have a sneaky suspicion you won't be disappointed.  While I'll always love a gorgeous Fall or Winter wedding, truth be told, I'm more of a Spring/Summer gal...and I think it has a lot to do with the seasonal blooms.  It's no secret I'm a big fan of Pinterest and over the past few weeks it's provided me with a wealth of soft Spring and Summer bouquets that I couldn't wait to share with you!

Ashley + Quinn {Front Porch Farms Wedding}

Tuesday is always ‘detail day’ around A Lowcountry Wedding and rather than jumping right into our normal post, I thought we’d mix it up a little bit and share a Nashville affair that’s just as sweet as pie!  Ashley + Quinn were wed in an intimate, outdoor ceremony atop the soft, rolling hills of Music’s City’s most sought after wedding venue, Front Porch Farms (Lady Antebellum’s Dave Haywood got married there this past weekend!) and Wedlock Images was there to capture it all!  This antebellum house and its picturesque scenery was the perfect backdrop for this Spring-y Southern soiree.  What I love most is Ashley’s exquisite attention to detail on a small budget.  She tackled the bouquets, centerpieces, homemade sweets and jams and, even designed and constructed her bridesmaids’ dresses!  Impressive, eh?  As you can imagine, the combination of the one-of-a-kind venue, the fabulous details and Mrs. J’s Baking and Catering the guests were raving and craving for more!

Southern Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Wedlock Images  /  Caterer:  Mrs. J's Baking and Catering  /  Reception Venue:  Front Porch Farms

Purple Wedding Pavilion at Patriots Point by Chi Photography

Just when I thought I couldn't possibly gawk anymore over a wedding, Chi Photography sent over Heather + Bart's purple wedding Pavilion at Patriots Point and I'm right back to square one!  For starters, I die over this color palette of brown, purple and green.  I mean, I almost can’t handle it.   It's vibrant and rich and just makes me want to see more and more of these gorgeous Branch Design Studio bouquets.   Amazing.  Secondly, the adorable couple picked the perfect Lowcountry venue to host their nuptials...wouldn't you say?  The Pavilion at Patriots Point not only offers a beautiful scenery, but it also allows offers countless options!  Heather + Bart had an elegant outdoor ceremony that was accessorized with chic white umbrellas, petals along the aisle and simple, yet stunning, lanterns.  After saying 'I do', they posed for portraits with the Charleston Harbor in the background before joining their guest under the tent to get the celebration started.  Relish Catering delivered a delicious dose of Lowcountry cuisine while Branch Design Studio transformed the space into a swanky, coastal atmosphere with fabulous centerpieces.

Charleston Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Chi Photography of Charleston  /  Hair Stylist:  Makeup by Elana  /    Caterer:  Relish Catering  /  Floral Designer:  Branch Design Studio  /  Musicians:  Super Deluxe Live  /  Dress Store:  Gown Boutique of Charleston  /  Shoes:  Zappos, Jean's Bridal  /  Transportation:  Tri-County Transport  /  Event Venue: Pavilion at Patriots Point

Southern Wedding Vintage Inspiration by Chris Cornwell Photography

Oh, my! Never before have I wanted to don gorgeous red locks so badly until I laid my eyes on this garden themed inspiration shoot from Chris Cornwell Photography.  This natural shoot is full of wedding day inspiration and includes a soft, whimsical color palette of blush pink and creams with an irresistible vintage ease.  So, as I pick my jaw up off the ground, please feel free to get your swoon on with these stunning images...

 Southern Wedding Vendors

PHOTOGRAPHER:  Chris Cornwell Photography  /  SHOES: Feather Your Nest  /   HANKY: PJ’s Attic  /  BEADED NECKLACE, SALT SHAKER, MUSICAL FIGURINES: Feather Your Nest  /  BRIDE ART: Feather Your Nest  /  DISHES: Casafina from Home & Garden Store  /  SILVERWARE: Something Borrowed  /  LINENS, DISHES & BIRD VASES: Home and Garden Store  /  VENUE: Private residence  /  FLORALS: Fresh cut hydrangeas from the garden & pale pink lilies MODEL/ BRIDE/MAKEUP ARTIST: Jemma Merrifield Gayheart   /  HAIR: Kayla Holbrook of Karma Spa and Salon, /  DRESS:  Alfred Angelo  /  EVENT STYLIST: Davida Patrick

Catering: Cocktail Hour Wedding Hors d'Oeuvres

I've always been a big fan of cocktail hour (and not just because I enjoy a good specialty drink), but it sets the stage for the entire evening.  Cocktail hour typically begins as guests start to file into the reception venue and are anxiously awaiting the bride and groom's arrival.  As they wait for the celebration to kick off, it's always nice to treat your guests to a preview of the menu to come.  Wedding hors d'oeuvres are a great way to get the party started and, let's face it, who doesn't love being greeted by servers with trays full of delicious appetizers!  I've rounded up some of my recent favorites that are very fitting for a spring/summer affair!

Coastal Lowcountry Wedding Inspiration from Kelly Sauer Photography

Charleston photographer Kelly Sauer of Girl in the White Dress must know me way too well.  I'm pretty certain she knew the minute I saw this darling anniversary shoot that it would just set my heart a-flutter...and boy, did it!  The couple, Rachel + Bruce,  headed back to the place where they said 'I do', Bruce's picturesque parent's home, for this sweet inspiration shoot filled with adorable DIY details and loads of Lowcountry wedding charm!  I mean, there's a joggling board and a dock...what more could you want?  The whole afternoon was relaxed and effortless which was evident in Rachel's picnic-esque selection of food (salmon and smoked turkey finger sandwiches, Barefoot Contessa lemon bars, and sweet tea), fresh fruit (pears, lemons, and muscadine grapes) and a little mint to brighten the feel of things. Kelly incorporated soft pops of red as she designed and created the jewelry, bouquets, favors and centerpieces full of happy-go-lucky daisies.  I must say, Kelly's adorable daughter Piper may have just stolen the show in her role as the flower girl...don't ya think?

Charleston Wedding Vendors

Photographer: Kelly Sauer Photography  /  Hair Stylist:  Susie Kozlowski  /  Caterer:  Whole Foods, Rachel Puckett  /  Floral Designer:  Trader Joe's, Kelly Sauer Ltd. Co.  /  Dress Store:  Express, Katharine's Bridal Boutique  /  Dress Designer:  Penelope Mack  /  Other:  Broner, Montique  /  Shoes:  VANELi  /  Tuxedo and Mens Attire:  Options of Charleston, The Black Tie, Corbin for Max Men's Store  /  DIY or Handmade Goods Designer:  Michaels

Hair {Wedding Details}

It's no secret that I'm a little obsessed with Pinterest  and once a week I like to share some of my favorite finds with all of you beautiful Lowcountry brides!  We're pretty blessed with a slew of talented hair designers who regularly create soft, elegant  wedding do's that are always very fitting of our brides and with all the buzz around Charleston Fashion Week, I can't help but daydream about all the stunning hairstyles we'll see this Saturday at the Charleston Weddings Bridal Show.   So to prepare everyone for what's to come this weekend, have fun drooling over this fabulous round up!

Fanci + Carl {Dunes Golf and Beach Club Wedding}

My husband is known around these parts for his rendition of, 'I Hope You Dance."  To be honest, the boy gives Ms. Lee Ann Womack a run for her money.  Just kidding but boy, does he like to belt it out!  So, needless to say, I was totally over-the-moon when Lee Ann's face showed up in this gorgeous Myrtle Beach affair from Paula Player Photography!  The country singer was on hand to see her darling cousin say 'I do' and, of course, sing a few notes!  The adorable couple, Fanci + Carl, tied the knot this past Fall at one of our favorite Lowcountry venues, the Dunes Golf and Beach Club, in a beautiful outdoor ceremony.  In addition to the talented Paula Player, the newlyweds enlisted the help of Myrtle Beach's finest wedding vendors to pull off their Big Day.  The team at Stunning & Brilliant Events designed and executed the entire evening to a tee while the amazing crew from Blossoms Events was  behind the jaw dropping floral arrangements.  All and all it was the perfect Lowcountry wedding!

Check out their wedding trailer from Hart to Hart Media here!

Myrtle Beach Wedding Vendors

Photographer:Paula Player Photography  /  Hair Stylist:  Perfect Reflections  /  Event Planner:  Stunning & Brilliant Events, LLC  /  Floral Designer: Blossoms Events  /  Reception Venue:  Dunes Golf & Beach Club  /  Cinema and Video:  Hart to Heart Media  /  Dress Store:  The Little White Dress  /  Cake Designer:  Priceless Desserts  /  Lighting:  Globaltruth Entertainment  /  Paper Props:  A Little Something Detailed

Meredith + Keith {Beaufort Weddings} Angela Cox Photography

My inbox has been dripping with Lowcountry wedding fabulousness, and I'll tell you what...this girl is not complaining!  South Carolina photographer, Angela Cox, sent over this knockout and I couldn't wait to share these stunning images and darling DIY details.  Meredith + Keith tied the knot in the laid back town of Beaufort this past Fall under dreamy Oak trees in Meredith's parent's backyard.  Meredith's girls were dressed in gorgeous green Dessy dresses that they complimented with vibrant bouquets.  All the maids arranged their own bouquets and the Bride's aunt tackled the boys boutonnieres....pretty impressive, huh?  After the ceremony they moved into the Lucy Creek Dock house where guests were treated with Lowcountry cuisine from Wren's, grandma's pound cake and tunes from A Sound Celebration!

Hilton Head Wedding Vendors

Photographer: Angela Cox Photography  /  Venue: Parent's Backyard, Lucy Creek Dock house (Beaufort, SC)  /  Event and Floral Designer: Bride, Mother of the Bride  /  Hair: Vanity Box  /  Caterer: Wren  /  Officiant: Keith's Grandpa Alastair Walker, and Steve Keeler  /  Ceremony Musician: David Walker  /  DJ: A Sound Celebration (Bluffton, SC)  /  Wedding Dress: David's Bridal  /  Bridesmaid's Dresses: Dessy  /  Groom's Suit: Men's Wearhouse  /  Groom's Shoes: Banana Republic  /  Groomsmens' Suits: Men's Wearhouse  /  Stationery: Designed by Keith's Sister, Lauren Walker

Danielle + Adam {Jekyll Island Wedding} Brooke Roberts Photography

Who's up for a little slice of Lowcountry wedding heaven? Anyone? Anyone?...Bueller?  Well don't worry your pretty little heads because, as usual, the talented team at Brooke Roberts Photography has quite the treat for us today.  After Adam popped the question to his beautiful bride-to-be Danielle, the Chicago residents jumped right into the mix of wedding planning.  They quickly settled on an intimate Summer affair off the stunning Georgia coast.  They said their 'I do's' in a quaint ceremony at the Faith Chapel on the grounds of the Historic Jekyll Island Club.  After, the newlyweds slipped away for some images along the shores of the dreamy Driftwood Beach.  They continued the celebration at Latitudes 31 Restaurant on the Jekyll Wharf as guests enjoyed the jaw dropping surroundings and fabulous food!

Wedding Vendors

Photographer: Brooke Roberts Photography  /  Ceremony:Faith Chapel at Jekyll Island Club  /  Florist: Winn Dixie  /  Hair Stylist: Studio 412  /  Dress: David's Bridal  /  Reception Venue: Latitude 31 Restaurant  /  Cake Designer: mary a daniels

Lowcountry Centerpieces {Wedding Details}

I think it's the warm weather, or maybe it's the fact I tend to get lost in a sea of Pinterest pinning amazing one-of-a-kind centerpieces like a crazy person. Either way, now that Spring wedding season is upon us, I just had to share some of these beauties with yall,

Heritage Plantation Wedding in Pawleys Island from Richard Ellis Photography

Pawleys Island is a hidden gem on the Lowcountry coast.  It's a short drive from Myrtle Beach and just North of Charleston.  It's home to the stately Heritage Plantation, a beautiful wedding venue situated between the Atlantic coast and the laid back Waccamaw River and it was the perfect spot for Ashley + Scott's Fall affair.  Ashley went with a classic neutral color palette that florist, Tommy Newman, translated into gorgeous ceremony and reception decor.  The Plantation was a picturesque backdrop for their dreamy day and our fab friends at Richard Ellis Photography were on hand to capture every single moment.  After a touching ceremony, the guests were treated to dazzling evening under the Spanish moss with a cool Lowcountry breeze.   Thanks for sharing your beautiful Heritage Plantation wedding!

Myrtle Beach Wedding Vendors

Photography: Richard Ellis Photography  /  Florist: Tommy Newman  /  Ceremony and Reception Venue: The Heritage Plantation  /  Planner: Jennifer Aiken  /  Cake Designer: Pawleys Island Bakery  /   Entertainment: Heartbeat of Soul