Coastal Ivory and Navy Wedding at the Rice Mill Building

Ashley + Greg were married in the heart of the Holy City at the French Huguenot Church in a traditional ceremony.  After saying 'I do', the couple and their bridal party spent some time posing on the cobblestone streets with their photographer, Dana Cubbage, before joining their guests at the Rice Mill Building for an elegant ivory + navy wedding designed by Candice of Yoj Events.  Branch Design Studio created stunning floral arrangements filled with orchids, astilbe and ranunculus while Good Food Catering delivered a tasty array of Lowcountry cuisine.  We're loving Bride Ashley's gorgeous gown, the beautiful Jim Smeal creation and the cozy lounge area.

Charleston Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Dana Cubbage Weddings  //  Transportation: Absolutely Charleston  //  Floral Designer: Branch Design Studio  //  DJ: DJ Josh  //  Reception Venue: Historic Rice Mill Building  //  Cake Designer: Wedding Cakes by Jim Smeal  //  Hair Stylist: Wedding Hair By Charlotte  //  Event Designer: Yoj Events llc

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Dying for more Lowcountry Wedding Inspiration!?  Check out these beauties…

• Coastal Rice Mill Wedding from Shannon Noel Photography in shades of cranberry and peach
• Laid back, DIY Lowcountry Wedding from Jeanne Mitchum Photography with burlap and anemones
• Sequins and Peony Wedding Inspiration from the ladies at Ivory + Beau and Rach Lea Photography
• A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine filled with 13 real weddings from Charleston, Hilton Head and Myrtle Beach

Historic Rice Mill Building Wedding from Liz Duren Photography

We've been on a bit of a Rice Mill kick recently and I'm in no big hurry to get off of it!  This gorgeous Lowcountry wedding venue boasts picturesque views of the Charleston Harbor, an amazing bar and a killer coastal breeze, and it was the perfect location for Sarah + Phillip's Memorial Day weekend affair.  With the help of her friends, Sarah made all of the decorations that Pretty Petals filled with luscious flowers.  Sarah's bouquet got a memorable addition with roses from her Grandfather's garden.  After their outdoor ceremony, Liz Duren Photography joined the newlyweds and their bridal party down by the Marina where they ran into the one and only, Shep Rose from the cast of Southern Charm!  We're loving this gorgeous cake from d'lish,  Sarah's lovely gown and all the adorable Southern details in this Historic Rice Mill Building wedding!

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Charleston Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  liz duren photography  //  Cake Designer: d'lish  //  Caterer: Good Food Catering  //  Event Venue: Historic Rice Mill  //  Musicians: Midnight City  //  Floral Designer: Pretty Petals of Charleston

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Dying for more Lowcountry Wedding Inspiration!?  Check out these beauties…

• Coastal Rice Mill Wedding from Shannon Noel Photography in shades of cranberry and peach
• Laid back, DIY Lowcountry Wedding from Jeanne Mitchum Photography with burlap and anemones
• Sequins and Peony Wedding Inspiration from the ladies at Ivory + Beau and Rach Lea Photography
• A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine filled with 13 real weddings from Charleston, Hilton Head and Myrtle Beach

Rice Mill Building Wedding by Dana Cubbage Photography + Ooh! Events

We're excited to be back from the long holiday weekend so we can share a dose of coastal perfection from the talented Dana Cubbage Weddings.  You may remember awhile back when we had the pleasure of sharing Megan + Jay's Downtown Charleston engagement session.  It was gorgeous, so it won't be any surprise when you lay your eyes on their stunning Rice Mill wedding.  With a gorgeous pastel palette and a meaningful Lowcountry backdrop on the Ashley River, their day couldn't have been more perfect. Jay and Megan love to spend their spare time on the water, and Jay proposed to Megan while on a boating day trip last year, so it was only natural to incorporate the water and boats into their wedding day.   Ooh! Events designed elegant floral arrangements with a nautical navy accent, while A Charleston Event pulled the whole day together.  Fun lounge furniture created a laid back feel to the venue and the Coconut Groove Band kept the dance floor packed all night with a fun selection of island music + oldies. Jay + Megan drove away in a vintage teal 1962 Cadillac Deville from Lowcountry Valet & Shuttle.

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Charleston Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Dana Cubbage Weddings  //  Event Planner: A Charleston Event  //  Cake Designer: DeClare Cakes  //  Caterer: Good Food Catering  //  Transportation: Lowcountry Valet & Shuttle Co.  //  Floral Designer: Ooh! Events  //  Hair Stylist: Stuart Laurence Salon  //  Band: Coconut Groove Band  //  Reception Venue: The Historic Rice Mill

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Dying for more Lowcountry Wedding Inspiration!?  Check out these beauties…

• Dreamy Rice Mill Wedding from Paige Winn Photo in shades of blue and peach
• Rustic Old Wide Awake Plantation wedding from Sea Star Arts Photography
• Coastal Rice Mill Wedding from Shannon Noel Photography in shades of cranberry and peach
• Laid back, DIY Lowcountry Wedding from Jeanne Mitchum Photography with burlap and anemones
• Sequins and Peony Wedding Inspiration from the ladies at Ivory + Beau and Rach Lea Photography
• A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine filled with 13 real weddings from Charleston, Hilton Head and Myrtle Beach

Coastal Creek Club at I'On Wedding by Dana Cubbage Weddings

You know who we love....Dana Cubbage Weddings.  Dana's a seriously amazing Charleston wedding photographer and we love when we have the opportunity to share her beautiful Lowcountry weddings and gorgeous brides.  Because one thing's always certain, they never disappoint!  Today's lovely is a gorgeous Creek Club at I'On wedding with a pale pink color palette and rustic cotton accents.   But our favorite part, Bride Sarah's timeless gown.

From Dana: "Sarah + David were married on March 7, 2014 at St Andrew's Church in Mt Pleasant, followed by their reception at the Creek Club at I'On. Although it rained all morning, it stopped right before their First Look at the Creek Club - which led to amazing overcast skies for their photos! One of the best details of the day was Sarah's heirloom vintage dress, which was worn by both her grandmother and mother prior to her. It was stunning and she plans on having it preserved so that someday, her daughter can wear it as well! It was really cool when her grandfather danced with her - just thinking that his man had danced with his wife, daughter + granddaughter, all in the same dress, was extremely touching. They left through a shower of lavender at the end of the night - the perfect ending to their beautiful day!"

Charleston Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Dana Cubbage Weddings//Hair Stylist: Grace Salon Spa//Shoes: Jean's Bridal//DJ: RCB Audio//Reception Venue: The Creek Club at I'On//Bakery:Whole Foods Market

Coastal Rice Mill Wedding in Charleston by Shannon Noel Photography

I'm super excited to feature today's Rice Mill Wedding from our friend and wonderful Charleston wedding vendor, Shannon Noel Photography!  I follow Bride Kristin on Twitter and Instagram, and in the months leading up to her big day, I had the pleasure of seeing sneak peeks of what was to come.  So, to see her gorgeous Lowcountry wedding pop up in my inbox, I was over-the-moon to say the least.  Not only did I get to see the adorable couple, Kristin + Matt, enjoy all that Charleston Harbor had to offer, but it was such a joy to see Kristin's inspiration come to life.  The newlyweds enlisted the talents of some of Charleston's finest wedding vendors to deliver a coastal affair that we're sure will take the Pinterest world by storm!

Charleston Wedding Vendors

Photographer: Shannon Noel Photography  /  Venue: Rice Mill Building  /  Catering: Good Food Catering  /  Florist:  Wildflowers  /  Cake:  Publix  /  DJ:  Lee Edwards Entertainment  /  Hair Stylist:  Paper Dolls  /  Wedding Dress:  Eden’s Bridals via Rosalin’s Bridal in Falls Church, VA  /  Invitations: Minted.com

Dying to see more Lowcountry Wedding inspiration?

Check out the premier issue of A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine featuring 13 of our favorite coastal celebrations including:

-Christine + Derek’s Elegant Omni Hilton Head Wedding

-Jennifer + Carl’s Grande Dunes Ocean Club Wedding

-Brian + Ashley’s Creek Club at I’On wedding

Coastal Wedding at the Island House from Riverland Studios

If I could be a guest at any wedding, it would definitely be this one!  These two had fun-filled Coastal wedding to celebrate their new life together and I have a feeling the newlyweds and their lively guest list won't forget it anytime soon!  Lindsay & Tim fell in love at Clemson University. They were neighbors their freshmen year, and after a fall break trip to Charleston, they started dating. After graduating, they moved to Charleston for three years, which is why they chose to get married in this city. Even though they now live in Chicago, Charleston will always hold a special place in their hearts.  These college sweethearts got married at St. Mary’s of the Annunciation, a stunning Roman Catholic Church in Downtown Charleston.  Their reception took place at the Island House on John’s Island, one of our favorite Charleston wedding venues! This location is so scenic; there are fields of flowers and an awesome view of the Ashley River. Lindsay chose soft details, including all white linens, light pink and cream flowers, and lots of candles. Guests dined on a selection of seafood and shrimp and grits from Duvall Events and a delicious signature cocktail. They tore up the dance floor to the sounds of PlaneJane and ended the night with a group shot of all of the Clemson Alumni.

Tell us a little bit about how you met your husband…

 We met when we were both freshman at Clemson University in SC. We were both placed in over-flow housing and we were neighbors! I asked him to my sorority’s crush party and it’s been love ever since!

How did he propose?  How long were you engaged for?

Tim proposed in March of 2012 during his last year in law school. He planned it out with my boss so they would give me the day off. He proposed on Sullivan’s Island (I literally had no idea!) and than he flew us to NJ the next morning so we could celebrate with my family! We were engaged for about 18 months.

Out of the entire day, what was the most memorable moment?

The most memorable moment was seeing Tim for the first time. We saw each other before the ceremony. I walked out on a dock overlooking the beach to meet Tim. It was a moment that all at once I felt anxious, happy and excited.

Color Palette:

The bridesmaids dresses were “aluminum”. The guys wore grey.

The flowers were all blush tone colors.

Linens were all white.

What made you choose your venue? What elements drew you to it?

We were looking for a venue that would amaze our guests. This was a destination wedding and we wanted our guests to be wowed by the beauty of Charleston. The Island House definitely captures that!

Something old: My something old, borrowed and blue was one thing: my mom’s mom wedding ring. It is a beautiful ring that has sapphire stones on it. This was a piece of jewelry that I always knew I wanted to wear on my wedding day.

Describe your Specialty Drinks?

We lived in Charleston for three years while Tim attended law school at Charleston School of Law. Our favorite restaurant, Fish had a specialty cocktail that was Tim’s favorite! That was our inspiration for our signature cocktail. It was Vodka, soda water and elderflower syrup with cucumber.. it seemed to be a crowd pleaser!

 Tell us all about the details!  Did any have special meaning? What was your favorite?

We wanted our wedding to be like no other! We were really looking for that Charleston feel… Right on the water, under a tent, serving shrimp and grits!

What’s your favorite picture from your wedding and why?

Hmm.. I would have to say the one of Tim and I kissing in the wildflowers at the Island house. That was the point in the day when we felt like we could finally relax.

Most valuable piece of advice you’d give to a newly engaged bride:

I would say .. If you have a vision to go for it! I look back at the photos of our wedding day and it was exactly was I had envisioned. But throughout the whole process I kept in mind the end result: that I was marrying my best friend and no matter what, it would be perfect.

Charleston Wedding Vendors

Ceremony Venue: Church: St. Mary of the Annunciation  /  Reception Venue: The Island House  /  Photographer: Riverland Studios  /  Band: Plane Jane  /  Dress: Gigi’s Closette  /  Bridesmaids Dresses: LulaKate via Bella Bridesmaids  /  Cake: Duvall  /  Bar & Catering: Duvall Events  /  Florist: Charleston Flower Market  /  Hair & Make-up: Blushair  /  Invitations: Wedding Paper Diva  /  Officiant: Deacon James Moore.

Grande Dunes Ocean Club Wedding by Memorable Moments + Leslie Parrott

This lovely Sunday weather has me daydreaming of long Summer days and ocean views!  Since I can't quite have the long Summer days, I'll settle for gorgeous ocean views, and that's just what Meredith + Rod's Ocean Club at Grande Dunes wedding delivers!  The wonderful crew at Memorable Moments teamed up with a talented group of Myrtle Beach Wedding Vendors for the perfect Lowcountry affair.  Apparently, the weather acted up a bit, but you would never be able to tell from these beautiful images Leslie Parrott Photography captured.  We're obsessing over the perfect coastal color palette of pale pink and navy with touches of burlap!

From Leslie: "Meredith and Rod are a fun couple that are excited to show off their wedding. The details were elegant yet the vibe was laid back allowing for guests to really enjoy themselves. They added personal touches such as in lieu of guest gifts a donation was made to the Hurricane Sandy Relief Fund (Meredith and her family are from New Jersey). And Rod is from Atlanta so he wanted the southern, relaxed touch of farm tables at the reception. The day unexpectedly ended up being cold and windy so there was a last minute decision to tent the reception. The couple was not able to walk the beach for photos as they had originally planned either. But the day turned out perfect regardless and the photos still have the Myrtle Beach touch to them."

Myrtle Beach Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Leslie Parrott  //  Second Shooter:Abby Smith Photography  //  Transportation: Carolina Limos  //  Cinema and Video: Hart to Heart Media  //  Tuxedo and Mens Attire: Studio Suits  //  Dress Store: Bridal Collections by Stella  //  Caterer: Grande Dunes  //  Hair Stylist: Grumption by Meggie  //  Dress Store: J Majors Bridal Boutique  //  Other:Jack Nadel International  //  Ceremony Location: Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes  //  Invitation Designer: Paper Affair  //  Floral Designer:RSG Event Designs  //  Officiant: Simple Wedding Day, LLC  //  Band: Soul Function Band  //  Jewelry: Swarovski  //  Rehearsal Dinner Venue:The Members Club  //  Reception Venue: The Ocean Club at Grande Dunes  //  Event Planner: Memorable Moments Event Planning

Dying to see more!?!  Check out these Lowcountry weddings

Caitlin + Ryan's Elegant Grande Dunes Ocean Club wedding from Memorable Moments

Sara + Corey's Formal Marina Inn at Grande Dunes wedding

Wild Dunes Resort Wedding {Kiara + Jonathan}

By now you know that when you ask, we deliver and since you guys were begging us to purchase a print copy of ALW Mag, we thought it was time to give you what you needed!  Soooo, we just added the Fall/Winter edition to ISSUU where you have multiple print options.  YAY!  So head on over, check it out and get your copies here.  You’ll find amazing Coastal weddings from Hilton Head, Charleston and Myrtle Beach, mounds of bouquet inspiration and an AMAZING fashion editorial shot at RiverOaks! We're so proud of it and we hope you will enjoy all the loveliness we’ve created for you! To keep this Southern Wedding Sunday going, we're sharing this gorgeous Wild Dunes Resort wedding caught by the lens of Ava Moore Photography!  We always love a good beach wedding and we're totally smitten with the beautiful shots of Kiara + Jonathan on the beach.  I mean, can I get a frame, please!

Charleston Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Ava Moore Photography  //  Dress Designer: Allure Bridals  //  Dress Designer: Betsy Johnson   //  Cake Designer: Cakes by Kasarda  //  DJ: Complete Charleston  //  Hair Stylist: Lashes and Lace   //  Floral Designer: The Greenery Florist   //  Ceremony Location: Wild Dunes Resort  //  Reception Venue: Wild Dunes Resort

Nautical Wedding {Sue + Brian} The Boathouse

It's time to dive in to Southern Wedding Sunday and it's only fair to kick things off with this nautical wedding from our friend and Charleston Wedding Vendor Dana Cubbage!  I'm quite certain it will have you daydreaming about the coast...and Sue's stunning gown!  Thanks to Dana for sharing all the dets...

"Sue + Brian chose beautiful Beaufort, North Carolina for their destination wedding and it was the perfect place for them to celebrate their marriage with family + friends. In town early to get comfortable and relax before the big day, Sue + Brian had plenty of time to spend with everyone who traveled into town to celebrate with them. From sailing trips to beach days to a casual BBQ rehearsal dinner on the water, together with their friends + family, Sue + Brian had a week to remember leading up to their big day.

Rain threatened the area, but Mother Nature was surely looking out for them, as there was not a drop of rain on their wedding day. Everything about their day spoke to their amazing relationships with their family + friends. Sue's sister did everyone's hair + makeup as well as made custom necklaces for all of the bridesmaids. Brian's father acted as Best Man, while both of Sue's sisters served as bridesmaids. The relationship between them all was incredible to watch and so much fun to document

Sue's stunning Pronovias wedding gown stole the show and the bridesmaids looked amazing in their navy Monique Lhuillier dresses. Beautiful yellow + white flowers complimented the day's decor and the venue was simply decorated in navy, yellow + white hues. Their ceremony took place in a beautiful old church in Beaufort, which was filled with such charm. After the ceremony, the family + bridal party rode around town on a trolley for photos. It was a really fun time and everyone was thrilled to celebrate Sue + Brian's marriage!

Tear-inducing toasts, emotional parent dances, and the cutting of the cake - which was made by Sue's mom! - all helped round out this family-inspired celebration. It was a beautiful day that proved you don't have to spend a million bucks on decor and frills in order to have an amazing wedding. Family, friends, and genuine love reigned supreme for Sue + Brian, and I'm truly honored to have been chosen to document all of that for them!

Southern Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Dana Cubbage Weddings  //  Reception Venue: The Boathouse at Front Street Village

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Folly Beach Wedding {Lauren + John}

If you call the Lowcountry home, then I'm sure you were in heaven this weekend with this beautiful weather we had.  It was so lovely that plenty of people grabbed their towels and sunscreen and headed straight to the beach!  In honor of the pretty skies, I thought we could get Monday crackin' with this beautiful Folly Beach wedding from Red Fly Studios.  These two Bostonians met at a Easter Sunday barbecue where almost everyone there was Irish (including John!) and Lauren had a hard time following conversions, but John was patient with her as the two chatted about their dogs and Lauren was immediately smitten with the kindhearted Irishman and soon the two became inseparable.  While planning their coastal Charleston wedding, the couple quickly selected a rental house on the beach to house their outdoor ceremony and lively reception under the stars.  Aren't you diggin' Lauren's amazing bouquet?

 Charleston Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Red Fly Studio  //  DJ: Charleston Wedding Entertainment  //  Other: Flip Floppin'   //  Equipment Rentals: Snyder Rental Company  //  Dress Store: Sweet Elegance Bridal  //  Cake Designer: The Cake Stand  //  Floral Designer: Tiger Lily Florist

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Daniel Island Club {Mandy + Greg}

I went to the University of Georgia, so I've got a soft spot in my heart for the color red (actually, I'm obsessed.).  It's such a sassy color and, at times, it can be difficult to properly integrate into your wedding color palette, but I'll tell you what, Bride Mandy nailed it as she gave it a chic, Lowcountry flair!  Mandy looked STUNNING in a fitted mermaid gown, while her gals rocked fabulous, one-shoulder red dresses.  The couple wed on lawn of the Daniel Island Club before enjoying a lovely evening with family and friends.  Thanks to Bri McDaniel Photography for capturing this amazing Charleston wedding!

 Charleston Wedding Vendors

Venue: Daniel Island Club  /  Photographer: Bri McDaniel Photography

Lowcountry Wedding {Margaret + Jesus}

Margaret & Jesus married on June 22, 2013 under large majestic oaks on the coast of South Carolina. The couple lives in DC and wanted an intimate southern destination wedding, and Lord knows that's exactly what they got when they ventured to the Lowcountry! The overall vibe was natural, beautiful and elegant. Margaret was breathtaking in a stunning Vera Wang wedding gown and gold sparkly Kate Spade flats. She carried loose stems of white and yellow seasonal flowers with a pop of pink. The ceremony was lined with tin bails of sweet baby's breath flowers. After the ceremony, guests enjoyed the cocktail hour on custom built wooden tables draped with lace and beautiful flowers.

For the reception, Margaret & Jesus joined their guests in a large tent draped with cafe lighting and enjoyed local southern flair foods and seafood paella. The couple loves hot sauce so, naturally, they had to have a hot sauce bar. The Tao Reed band played well into the night. Everyone lit paper lanterns in the end and were whisked away in a vintage green car.  It was an celebration with impeccable style in a natural and elegant setting and we're so glad Donna Von Bruening was there to capture all the details!

Lowcountry Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Donna Von Bruening, Photographer//Event Designer: Ashley Rhodes Events  //  Florist: Wildes Floral Design  //  Rentals:  Amazing Event Rentals  //  Gown: Vera Wang  //  Entertainment:  Tao Reed Band  // Hair: Ash and Co. Bridal

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Folly Beach Wedding Engagement {Alexandra + Thomas}

We’re so excited to share this lovely Lowcountry wedding engagement from our friends at Sweet Tea Imagery.  The session kicked off with a low-key tour of Downtown Charleston, which for all of us romantics means historic homes, cobblestone and alleyways.  Swoon!  Then the adorable couple, Alexandra + Thomas, headed over to Folly Beach to soak up the sunset, sand and the salty breeze.  We're positive you'll love this Folly Beach wedding engagement!

 Charleston Wedding Vendors

 Photographer: Sweet Tea Imagery

Lowcountry Wedding {Sarah + Steven}

Since it will be a short work week, we thought we'd get things started a little early with this sweet, Charleston wedding from CM Photography.  Sarah + Steven picked a gorgeous, coastal wedding venue as the backdrop for their big day.  They recited their vows under the trees with quite possibly the cutest little flower girl I've ever seen.  After, the newlyweds went for a stroll on the dock to capture a few breathtaking Lowcountry images before joining the guests for a lively evening!

Charleston Wedding Vendors

Photographer: CM Photography