Rustic Hyde Park Polo Club Wedding by Stefanie Kapra Photography

We hope everyone had a lovely weekend!  We're so excited to share this beautiful Hyde Park Polo Club Wedding from Stefanie Kapra Photography because we're quite certain you'll be enchanted by this rustic beauty!  Erin and Paul had planned an intimate wedding in their backyard - by the river. The house they live in has been in their family for generations and therefore felt like the perfect location for their wedding. Erin even planted all her own wedding flowers the year before the wedding - so she could have fresh flowers from the yard for the bouquet and decor.  And then the rain and water came and the river flooded their entire yard and street - so they even had to evacuate the house for a little while. The water stayed for weeks - turning their yard into a swamp - making it impossible for the wedding celebrations to take place there

At first, Erin and Paul were devastated. But they felt that the only thing that really mattered was that they would say yes to each other and celebrate their love with their loved ones. So instead of giving up, they kept looking for an alternative and kept their positive spirit alive - and in the end they were rewarded and found a hidden little gem to celebrate their wedding at: Hyde Park Farm & Polo Club. It is not a classical wedding venue per se - but it offers a lot of rustic charm and the necessary room/amenities - all while offering a back yard feel.

Upon our arrival, we were greeted by chickens and horses - which immediately created a cozy atmosphere. Erin and Paul set up their ceremony side by a little pond underneath an old life oak tree. A wooden pavilion was used for the reception and the caterer set up the buffet in the old barn. Here and there, one of the horses would get curious and peek over the fence - completing the rustic and intimate feel. For decor, Erin and Paul used oil lamps from Erin's grandma and other relatives - they fit in very nicely with the entire look/feel. To round it all up, fans made from sweet grass as well as local honey was given to the guests as favors to take home.

Charleston Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Stefanie Kapra Photography  //  Makeup Artist: Dannon K. Collard  //  Other Location: Hyde Park Farm & Polo Club  //  Hair Stylist: Lashes and Lace  //  Caterer: Lowcountry Eats  //  Cake Designer: Michaelangelo's Kitchen  //  DJ:Mike Bills Entertainment  //  Equipment Rentals: Snyder Event Rentals

William Aiken House Wedding Inspiration {Justina Bilodeau Photography}

I’ve never met a Jenny Packham gown I didn’t completely obsess over.  Like, head-over-heels, OMG-can-I-have-every-single-one, pick-my-jaw-off-the-floor obsessed.  So, obviously when the wonderful Justina Bilodeau sent over these amazing images of her recent collaboration at the William Aiken House with Dannon K. Collard and Hair by Alise, the swooning just wouldn't stop.  Thanks to White on Daniel Island for showing off these gorgeous gowns and Rosefire Designs for supplying the bling.

Charleston Wedding Vendors

Models: Julianna S. & Hannah M. at Tout Talent //Hair: Alise Buckner //Makeup: Dannon K. Collard//Gowns: Jenny Packham, courtesy of White on Daniel Island // Jewelry: Rosefire Designs//Photographer: Justina Bilodeau Photography

The NotWedding {Recap}

Some of you may remember me gushing about how fabulous The NotWedding was when it blew through Charleston earlier this summer, well for any of you that we’re unable to attend, I’ve got quite the recap for you to gawk over!  The NotWedding brought together a slew of the Lowcountry’s most sought after wedding vendors for a memorable evening on the harbor at the Historic Rice Mill Building.  Guests were treated to amazing dishes from Good Food Catering, tunes from Charleston Groove Factory and some bubbly as they danced the night away and soaked up all the dreamy inspiration!  Thanks to Izzy Hudgins Photography, Lime Green Photography and Angela Cox Photography for capturing every wonderful detail!

Images via Lime Green Photography:

Images via Izzy Hudgins Photography:

Images via Angela Cox Photography:

 Charleston Wedding Vendors

 Photography: Izzy Hudgins Photography, Angela Cox Photography and Lime Green Photography | Coordination & Event Design: Ashley Nicole Events | Jewelry: Birdsong Designs | Logistics: Bowtied | Transportation: Charleston Black Cab Company | Entertainment: Charleston Groove Factory | Dessert: Cupcake | Makeup: Dannon K Collard | Travel Solution: Destination Wedding Experts | Event Rentals: Event DRS | Vintage Rentals & Event Design: Ever Thine Vintage Rentals | Wedding Dress: Fabulous Frocks of Charleston | Alcohol Sponsor: Ferrari | Groom & Groomsmen Accessories, Flower Girl Dress, Toss Bouquet: French Knot Studios | Venue & Catering: Historic Rice Mill Building and Good Food Catering | Drapery: JLV Creative | Paper Flags & Banners: Liddabits Design Shop | Videography: Low Country Wedding Films | Bridesmaid Attire: Maude Couture | Floral & Event Design: Mimi Nicole Events | Stationery: Miss Wyolene | Pew Rental: P.E.W.S. | Hair styling: Pastel | Floral & Event Design (Bouquets & Boutonnieres) : Statice Floral Couture | Rehearsal Dinner and Venue:   Upstairs at 39 Rue de Jean