Pawleys Island Wedding at Brookgreen Gardens

We're so excited to launch a brand new section of our website.  We’ll FINALLY have a vendor section to highlight the wonderful vendors that call the Lowcountry home.  You’ll easily be able to navigate through the talented vendors and find the perfect ones that fit your style and budget.  Later this week, we're also opening pre-orders for A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine for those of you who, especially our destination friends, are dying to get your hands on a copy.  Vendors – we’ve got a handful of prime ad spots still available for some serious killer rates, so email us at hello{at}alowcountrywed.com to reserve yours!  To continue Southern Wedding Sunday, we've got a Pawleys Island Wedding at Brookgreen Gardens that we just know you're going to love!  Thanks to Rick Dean for capturing all of the elegant details...

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From Rick Dean Photography: "Melissa loves making wishes by throwing money into fountains. One day, when she threw her money into the fountain at Brookgreen Gardens on Pawley's Island, Danny asked what she had wished for. When she turned around to respond, she found Danny on one knee, ready to propose.

After a beautiful ceremony at Saint Michaels Catholic Church in Murrells Inlet, Melissa and Danny returned to the stunning grounds of Brookgreen Gardens where Danny proposed to celebrate their wedding day. We had a blast walking around the grounds of Brookgreen Gardens and Litchfield Beach with Melissa, Danny, and their bridal party, and couldn't imagine a more fitting celebration for this super sweet couple."

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Myrtle Beach Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Rick Dean Photography  //  DJ: Ascend Entertainment  //  Caterer: Austin's Catering  //  Reception Venue: Brookgreen Gardens  //  Cake Designer: buttercream cakes and catering  //  Equipment Rentals: EventWorks  //  Transportation: Extreme Limousine//  Floral Designer: RSG Event Designs

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In the mood for more Myrtle Beach wedding inspiration?  Check out some of our recent favorites below..

Brookgreen Gardens Wedding by Paula Player Photography

The lovely Clark Gilmer, a gorgeous Lowcountry gal who you may remember from America's Next Top Model (among many other things!), recently tied the knot in Murrells Inlet at the stunning Brookgreen Gardens and I've been completely obsessed with the venue ever since.  Located just outside of Myrtle Beach, the Gardens offer a gorgeous setting for bridal portraits, rehearsal dinners or a lavish Lowcountry affair.  So, when the talented team at Paula Player Photography sent over Emily & Jason's Brookgreen Gardens Wedding, I literally couldn't wait to share with you all.  Not only is the photography to die for, but the design crew at Stunning & Brilliant Events teamed up with Blossoms Events for an elegant evening in romantic shades of pink that just makes me want to pin every single image!

 Myrtle Beach Wedding Vendors

Venue: Brookgreen Gardens

Photographer: Paula Player

DJ: Pinnacle

Cater/Bar" Austins

Cake/Grooms Cake: Coccadots

Flowers: Blossoms Events

Hair/Makeup: Stox

Linens/Tent/Lighting: Eventworks

Planner: Stunning and Brilliant Events

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

That's When I Look at the Groom... {Groom's Reactions}

Typically, all eyes are on the bride when she makes her grand entrance on “the big day”- we’re captivated by her stunning gown, lovely bouquet, and the way that she exudes elegance as she makes her way down the aisle. But, let’s remember what Jane, the serial bridesmaid in 27 Dresses, described as her favorite part of weddings: “You know how the bride makes her entrance and everybody turns to look at her? That’s when I look at the groom. ‘Cause his face says it all you know? The pure love there.” A groom’s reaction when he first sees his bride is a moment unlike any other. We hope you enjoy these awe-worthy pictures of groom’s being taken aback by their beautiful brides.

Myrtle Beach Weddings {Leigh Anne + Douglas} Litchfield Plantation

We are beyond thrilled that the premier issue of A Lowcountry Wedding Mag is going live on Apple Newsstands this week and because we like to celebrate, we wanted to give you a sneak peek of one of the beautiful Myrtle Beach weddings that graced our pages.  Leigh Anne + Douglas tied the knot at the lovely Litchfield Plantation in Pawleys Island, SC and we adore every last detail of their dreamy Lowcountry wedding day.  Corina Silva was the mastermind behind the entire evening, starting with the decor + florals and finishing it off by capturing all the details!  Dying to see more?! Check out all the details in our complete digital edition of A Lowcountry Wedding Mag which you can check out here!

Unlike those of us who grow up daydreaming about our wedding day, the bug never quite bit Bride Leigh Anne; that is, until she visited the magical Litchfield Plantation.  After a few minutes of reveling in the beauty, she quickly turned to her father and said, “Daddy, I want to get married in the Spanish moss.” And we’re so thankful she did, because this Southern, plantation-style home in Pawleys Island has a knack for sweeping brides-to-be off their feet.

On the day of their wedding, rain threatened to put a damper on their outdoor festivities, but as luck would have it, the clouds opened up just in time for Leigh Anne + Douglas to say ‘I do’ under the Oak trees.  Afterward, they joined their guests for a Lowcountry evening complete with chic chandeliers, mason jars and rustic lanterns.

Myrtle Beach Wedding Vendors

Decor & Florals:  Corina Silva Studios /  Photographer:  Corina Silva  /  Reception Venue:  Litchfield Plantation  /  Videography: Feuza Reis Studios /  Rentals: Eventworks Rentals /  Cake And Cupcakes: Cravinley's  /  Catering: Inlet Affairs  /   Entertainment : Dj Scott And Company

Myrtle Beach Weddings {Juliemar} Tilghman-Boyce Cottage

Who's in the mood for a little Lowcountry wedding loveliness!?!  When it comes to all things Myrtle Beach weddings, the wonderful Carolina Studios by Gillian Reinhardt always captures the best of the best...and it's not different with bride Juliemar.  This natural beauty stunned as she spent a beautiful Southern afternoon on the grounds of Tilghman-Boyce Cottage.  Outfitted in a gorgeous gown, M. Gladden Designs bouquet and adorable teal Converse, we're mesmerized by her effortless ease in front of the camera and the ah-mazing natural light.  Thanks to Gillian for always blessing us  Myrtle Beach weddings and their pin-worthy inspiration.

 Myrtle Beach Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Carolina Studios by Gillian Reinhardt  //  Floral Designer: M. Gladden Designs  //  Dress Store: David's Bridal  //  Event Venue:Tilghman-Boyce Cottage

Myrtle Beach Wedding {Jennifer + Carl} Grande Dunes Ocean Club

I wanted to get back to sharing all of these beautiful weddings that graced the pages of our first online mag and this Grande Dunes Ocean Club bash is one heck of a stunner!  Jennifer + Carl hail from the great state of Michigan and decided the Lowcountry was the best place to host their destination wedding...and we're sure glad we did.  M. Gladden Designs took Jennifer's black and white color palette with pops of yellow and orange and translated it into some jaw dropping arrangements.  Thanks to Carolina Studios by Gillian Reinhardt for showering us with this beautiful Myrtle Beach wedding!  Even though we wanted to (and we sure did try!), we couldn’t include everything in the magazine, so to find out a little more about Jennifer’s big day, check out her answers below and to see all the details you can purchase a digital edition of the Mag here!

What made you choose your venue? What elements drew you to it? My family has been traveling to Myrtle Beach for the past 15+yrs for annual family vacations. A few years back, my parents purchased a second home in the area and decided to make Myrtle Beach their “winter home”; we are from MI. Over the years, Myrtle Beach became our family’s second home. My brother now lives there full-time; my parents live there about 6-7 months out of the year and Carl (my husband) and I both travel frequently throughout the year to visit.

We elected to host our destination wedding in Myrtle Beach, at the Ocean Club, over Memorial Weekend, for our friends and family (all from MI) because Myrtle Beach is considered a “home” to us and we wanted our friends and family to know and understand why we spend as much time as do in the area. We chose the Ocean Club because my family and I are members and it was also a perfect place for us to start our lives together – a venue that we (Carl and I) frequently visit.

Out of the entire day, what was the most memorable moment? LOL – my hair appointment, of all things! Horrible experience, but best attitude anyone could ask for! Keep in mind, this was a destination wedding – but the salon that I had booked my MOH and my hair appointments at months in advanced lost our appointments and refused to take us; another salon was willing to take us (probably feeling horrified for us!) last minute after my cousin explained the situation. Despite the moment .. it’s something that I will never forget. My cousin (MOH) couldn’t believe how calm and reserved I was about it. I had a “it’s ok to whatever happens today” attitude! And nothing was going to ruin it.

How many guests attended - 37 total (all from MI)

Color Palette – black, white, yellow, orange, cream colors

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

Tell us a little bit about your menu… We chose a cocktail and hors d'oeuvre wedding reception offered by the Ocean Club. It was the perfect choice for our small and intimate setting. We had approx.. 37 guests total (including ourselves) and wanted to mix & mingle with our guests who took the time to fly down and spend their holiday weekend with us. We absolutely did not want to separate anyone or exclude guests.

What’s your favorite picture from your wedding? My absolute favorite picture was the very last photo that Carolina Studios’ captured of Carl and me as they were headed out for the evening. It was an amazing shot that captured a very special moment for us.

Myrtle Beach Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Carolina Studios by Gillian Reinhardt  //  Cake Designer: buttercream cakes and catering  //  DJ: DJ Scott & Company  //  Floral Designer: M. Gladden Designs  //  Officiant: Simple Wedding Day, LLC  //  Reception Venue: Grande Dunes Ocean Club

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Heritage Plantation Wedding {Robyn + Andy}

It totally slipped my mind that yesterday was Veterans’ Day (which might explain why I showed up at the County Treasurer’s Office to pay my car taxes and no one was there.  Whoopsies!).  Had I remembered, I absolutely would have shared Robyn + Andy’s quaint Heritage Plantation wedding from Dana Cubbage Wedding Photography but instead, we’ll just share it today! Since the lovely Dana Cubbage was there to capture all the details, it’s only fitting we let her tell their love story… ”Andy is in the Air Force and based in Louisiana, while Robyn lives and works in Missouri. These two have spent so much time apart, but their love for each other - and Robyn's 10 year old son, Drake - is evident. One of my absolute favorite moments of their day was immediately after the ceremony, Drake came up and hugged both Robyn + Andy.  It was an extremely special moment.

Robyn planned the entire wedding herself. She even did her own hair and created her own bouquet! Talk about talented! She chose Heritage Golf Club after seeing photos of it online. She absolutely fell in love with the location, the large oaks, the marina, and the Spanish Moss. Oh, the Spanish Moss! Although it rained in the morning, the skies cleared in time for their outdoor ceremony beneath an oak tree. We couldn't have asked for better weather, and the sunset at the marina was stunning. Robyn, Andy + their guests released wish lanterns from the dock at the end of the evening. Although the wind made it tricky, they were able to successfully launch a few. It was a beautiful sight and onlookers cheered as they took flight.”

Pawleys Island Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Dana Cubbage Weddings  //  Makeup Artist: Dannon K. Collard  //  Event Venue:Heritage Golf Club  //

Submitted via Two Bright Lights

A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine Premiere Issue: Sneak Peek!

So, I know we've taken a bit of a blog hiatus, but I promise it's been for a great cause!  Over the past few months, we've been slaving away over the premiere issue of A Lowcountry Wedding mag.   It's been quite the process, we've been planning shoots, selecting real weddings and attempting to figure out the world of InDesign.  We've had a few hang ups with some things behind the scenes, so we thank you for your patience!  With it being our first issue, everything has taken a little longer than expected, but we'd rather have it perfect then send out something we're not 100% proud of...and we promise you're it's going to  be well worth the wait!  So, to hold you over until the end of the week, we thought you'd give you a sneak peek of the beautiful cover shot by the talented Angela Cox Photography at the stunning RiverOaks.  Ash and Co. Bridal killed it with model Katie Cockman hair and makeup, as she rocked a gorgeous LulaKate gown and that beautiful Moon and Lola necklace....Do you like!?!

Charleston Wedding Photography Giveaway {The Click Chick Photography}

It's Friday and I get to present and awesome contest to all of our loyal ALW readers and that always makes me smile!  But now I want to make you smile.  In honor of her brand new website, we’ve teamed up with our friend and Charleston wedding photographer, Mackenzie of The Click Chick Photography, for a big ol’ giveaway that we’re positive will have you grinning from ear-to-ear.  The best part is it combines two of our favorite things…a free wedding photography package and Pinterest.  My kind of heaven!

 And let's be serious, who doesn't want their wedding captured by an awesome photographer and then featured on A Lowcountry Wedding!  Excited?!  I knew you would be!  Now, for the rules...

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Litchfield Plantation Wedding {Lauren + Shelton}

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Oh, boy! We're taking a trip up the Carolina coast, just outside of Myrtle Beach, to the quaint little coastal town of Pawleys Island where Lauren + Shelton recently tied the knot under the beautiful Oak trees.  This stunning Southern wedding took place at one of the Lowcountry's most picturesque venues, Litchfield Plantation and provide the perfect backdrop for a lovely evening under the stars.  With the help of Corina Silva, the couple brought their rustic dreams to life with a charming coral, aqua and navy color palette.  Thanks to Feuza Reis Studios for capturing all of the charming details!

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Myrtle Beach / Pawleys Island Wedding Vendors

Venue: Litchfield Plantation in Pawleys Island, South Carolina//  Decor + Floral: Corina Silva Decor  //  Photography: Feuza Reis Studios  //  Band: New South Players  //  Caterer: Inlett Affairs

We Need Your Help!

So...we need your help!  We're in the midst of planning our big ol' A Lowcountry Wedding magazine and we thought, who better to ask than our readers, brides and vendors to help us knock it out of the park!  So, if you don't mind, we'd like to put you to work!

For starters, we're want your input on how to put a little "Lowcountry" into your wedding day!  Whether it's a Firefly and Lemonade, an evening wedding along the marsh or incorporating a few sweetgrass roses into your bouquet, tell us what 'A Lowcountry Wedding' means to you!  Leave us a note, tweet us, or Facebook us for the chance to have your quote included in A Lowcountry Wedding mag.

Next up, we've got a styled shoot (or 2) coming up and we're looking for a few gorgeous gals to pose as our brides!  Our first shoot will take place July 17th and the second will be August 6-8th.  So, if you feel like having some professionals get you all dolled up, then feel free to nominate yourself, or a friend.   If you're interested, please send an email to hello{at}alowcountrywed.com with the subject line ALW Model Search.  Make sure to include a few photographs of yourself as well as your height.

Lastly, we've got a few deadlines coming up that we wanted to remind you of!  July 19th is the last day we will be accepting real wedding submissions for publication.  Real weddings must have been shot in the Lowcountry region, in and around the areas of Hilton Head, Charleston and Myrtle Beach.  For additional submission details, please see below!  Along with our new magazine, we've got a new media kit with affordable rates for vendors looking to work with Lowcountry brides.  If you'd like to chat with us about your marketing plan to see how A Lowcountry Wedding can be beneficial to your business, shoot us an email at hello{at}alowcountrywed.com.