Dunes West Wedding {Lindsay + MacCrae}

I knew we were in for a treat when Charleston wedding photographer Kayla Jones sent over Lindsay + MacCrae's February wedding.  The ceremony took place at the picturesque Isle of Palms Methodist Church (seriously, isn't it gorgeous?) followed by quite the celebration at Mount Pleasant's Dunes West.  Not only did the adorable couple team up with an impressive team of vendors, their guests we're ready to have a good time...and Lindsay + MacCrae gave them just that!  Did I mention they did a flash style first dance?!?  Impressive, eh?

Charleston Wedding Vendors

Photographer: Kayla Jones Photography  /  Florist: Ooh! Events  /  Reception Venue: Dunes West  /  Ceremony Venue: First United Methodist Church, Isle of Palms  /  Videographer/music : Complete Music and Video  /  Cake: Tiffany and Amy Drennan  /  Gown: Bridal & Formal  /  Bridesmaid Attire: David's Bridal  /  Tux Rental: Men's Warehouse  / Makeup Artist: Merle Norman  /  Hairstylist: Bonnie Joly  /  Invitations : Invitation Consultants

Lowcountry Weddings {Summer Details}

Now that summer has un-officially started, we'll start seeing loads of beautiful, Lowcountry coastal affairs (and I can't wait!) While some brides might choose a Hilton Head, beach ceremony, others may opt for a classic, Charleston plantation wedding or a Southern, Myrtle Beach soiree!  Regardless of the location, one thing is for certain in the Lowcountry...the temperature will be hot and steamy!  So, prep your guests for a wedding they won't soon forget by adding a few of our favorite Lowcountry must-haves to your wedding day details.  

 Keep your guests cool during your outdoor ceremony with these fabulously, beachy fans!

Seersucker screams a Lowcountry summer

and we're loving it's addition to this ring bearer box!

Having an outdoor fete?  Then don't forget these essentials!

A little Burlap and Madras for your decor?

Why not...

A little Firefly and Lemonade is the perfect way to quench everyone's thirst...

Umbrellas not only provide shade but look adorable in ceremony pics

Flip flops for dancing? Yes, please!

Spice it up with Lawn Games.

We're loving this Cornhole set!

...and, let's finish it off with a bourbon bar...

Hibernian Hall Wedding {Erin + Brian}

Two years ago, I said 'I do' to this guy....

So, I figured, what better way to celebrate our anniversary, then to share our gorgeous Charleston wedding day with images from Jack Whitsitt!  The ladies kicked off the day with hair and make up at Elysium Salon before returning to the beautiful Meeting Street Inn to get all dolled up.  The bridesmaids wore strapless, knee-length LulaKate dresses in a summery, apple green color.  The boys spent the morning at the Francis Marion Hotel where they were dressed in classic, black tuxedos complete with bow ties, while they waited for an Absolutely Charleston trolley to transport them to the Citadel campus for pre-ceremony pics!  A bagpiper escorted the bridal party down the aisle at the Summerall Chapel to begin our traditional, Catholic ceremony.  After our 'I do's', we headed to the historic Hibernian Hall for an amazing evening of celebrating with our friends and family!  Cru Catering served a smorgasbord of Lowcountry cuisine including shrimp and grits (which people are still raving about!), the Travis Allison Band kept everyone up and moving all night long, and for a late night snack, Brian treated our guests to McDonald's double cheeseburgers!  If we could do it over again, we would in a heartbeat...easily, the best night of our lives :)  Emma, sorry for the dancing pic - I just had to do it!

Charleston Wedding {Megan + Ryan} Creek Club at I'On

You can call me a slacker all you want, but I'm officially throwing in the towel on this week and getting this long, holiday weekend started early!  To keep our Lowcountry ladies  tied over until we pick back up on Tuesday (yes, I said Tuesday!), we've got a fabulous Charleston wedding captured by Mell Bell of Richard Bell Photography to share.  Before I even took a peek at the pictures, I read through the list of talented vendors and stunning venues that were involved in this Lowcountry affair and immediately, I knew it would be a wedding worth sharing.  Ryan was a graduate of the Citadel (Class of '05), so the obvious (and meaningful) choice for the ceremony venue was on the grounds of the campus at the historic Summerall Chapel.  Following their nuptials, the couple and their guests headed over to the picturesque Creek Club at I'On (one of my favorite Charleston wedding venues!) for a lively evening of celebrating. The guests were treated to quite the spread from Jacob's Kitchen, while Branch  Design Studio wowed them with gorgeous centerpieces and Cupcake provided an array of tasty treats.

 Charleston Wedding Vendors

Photographer: Mell Bell of Richard Bell Photography  / Reception Venue: Creek Club at I'on  /  Caterer:  Jacob's Kitchen  /  Event Planner:  Hostess  /  Floral Designer:  Branch Design Studio  /  Dress Store:  Jean's Bridal  /  Cake Designer:  Cupcake  /  DJ:  Ian Guerin  /  Makeup Artist: Charleston Events Hair and Makeup  /  Transportation:  A Star Limo  / Tuxedo and Mens Attire:  Berlin's for Men  /  Ceremony Venue:  Summerall Chapel at the Citadel

LulaKate {Stripes}

Charleston based designer LulaKate NAILED it with the latest addition to their wedding line, these absolutely adorable and super sassy, striped dresses.  Not only are they perfect for your bridesmaids, but these preppy, little frocks would be a complete hit as a rehearsal dinner dress...or for us married ladies, a killer cocktail dress (I've been eyeballin' the silver one!)  What's even more perfect is you'll have your choice of bodice, waistband, fabrics and three different skirts options.  Can I have one in every color, please :) Contact LulaKate at 843.805.7193 or by email, hello@lulakate.com to order!

Francis Marion Wedding {Gina + Brandon}

The Summerall Chapel, on the grounds of the Citadel, is my favorite Charleston church.  Maybe I'm a little biased, (well completely biased because that's where I tied the knot!) but to me, it's the most breathtaking ceremony venue in the Holy City and I always love to share a Summerall Chapel wedding with A Lowcountry Wedding readers!  When you open the doors to the Chapel, the sunlight comes flooding in and it makes everyone go weak in the knees. Every. Single. Time.   Just wait, you'll see:)  Now, on to the adorable couple Gina + Brandon.  Bride Gina started the day with her maids in tow at the Cypress Salon in Summerville, before heading to the Citadel campus where they finished getting ready.  After the ceremony, the newlyweds toured the beach and Charleston peninsula with the talented Philip of Studio 1250 for some gorgeous wedding portraits.  Then, the duo joined their lively friends and family for an evening of dinner and dancing at the beautiful Francis Marion Hotel.

Lowcountry Wedding Cakes

It always shocks me at the talent and creativity of Lowcountry wedding vendors.   Wedding after wedding they design jaw-dropping, Lowcountry weddings that we can’t wait to sink our teeth into…literally!  You know we’re always head-over-heels for a stunning cake and luckily for us, Charleston, Myrtle Beach and Hilton Head are home to a slew of truly, amazing cake artists.  One wave of their buttercream wand and…voila, you’ve got show-stopping cake for all of your guests to gawk over and devour, of course :)

South of Broad {Leigh + Dan}

Boy, do we have a charmer for all of you Lowcountry ladies to peruse as you head into the weekend!  When the photographer duo of Sean Money + Elizabeth Fay sent over this precious wedding engagement session, I'm pretty sure I bounced up-and-down in my chair and may have even clapped my hands!  I'll go ahead and warn you, get ready for a serious Charleston-style swoon attack.  Not only are the engaged couple, Leigh + Dan, absolutely adorable, they had the most stunning South of Broad backdrop (we're talking charming alleyways and cobblestone!). I feel like every single image could be an ad for our favorite Holy City.  That last shot...I die.  Heaven.

Absolutely breathtaking! Can't wait for the Beaufort Wedding!

Boone Hall Wedding {Bethany + Ryan}

Now, you know I'm a big fan of Boone Hall Plantation...and who wouldn't be?  The grounds are scattered with regal Oak trees, that are draped with Spanish moss, and at the heart of it all, you'll find a stunning, Lowcountry Plantation.  I know,  I know...sounds like Charleston wedding heaven, right?  Well, go ahead and thank Reese Moore Photography for sending this one over because you are about to fall in L-O-V-E.  Bethany + Ryan tied the knot in a vintage wedding filled with sweet DIY elements at the famed Cotton Dock at Boone Hall Plantation.  Sherry Ferguson created the beautiful flowers that went perfectly with Bethany's dreamy pink, white and ice blue color palette while Hamby Catering took care of the delicious Lowcountry cuisine!

Vendors

Photographer: Reese Moore Photography  /  Venue: Boone Hall Plantation - Cotton Dock  /  Minister: Don Bowen (Grandfather of the Bride)  /  Coordinator: Sherry Ferguson  /  Catering: Hamby Catering  /  DJ: DJ Ron

Lowcountry Wedding Chair Decor

Good evening to all of our Lowcountry Ladies!  Just in case you missed it yesterday, we shared some huge news!  Along with the help of some crazy, talented vendors, Magnolia Plantation and Gardens is giving (yes, I said GIVING!) away a fabulous Charleston wedding!  So, check out all the details here and make sure to get crackin' on your video. It's no secret there are wayyyy to many decisions that need to be made while planning your wedding and while this topic may not apply to everyone, many stylish brides are in need of a little inspiration on how to jazz up your wedding ceremony and/or reception chairs.  Well, per usual, we've got you covered and I'm positive you'll be over-the-moon with the oodles of seating decor you'll find below.

Charleston Wedding Giveaway at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

For all of our engaged Lowcountry ladies that are in the midst of the wedding planning process, boy, do we have a treat for you today!  Just last week, a team of Charleston's most-sought after wedding vendors (seventeen to be exact!) teamed up to provide one lucky Charleston couple with the Lowcountry Wedding of their dreams in the "Sharing the Romance" giveaway.  Did your jaw just drop?  I thought so.  Go ahead, pick it off the ground and let's talk details!

For starters, check out this ridiculous cast of vendors:

• A Charleston Wedding, limo and tuxedo for the groom
• Atlantic Tent Rental
• Charleston Place Hotel, two nights hotel stay
• Cindy Zingerella of Engaging Events, wedding planner
• Classical Charleston, ceremony music
• Complete Music of Charleston, DJ and videography
• Elaine's Events, cake
• EventWorks and Snyder Event Rentals
• Fabulous Frocks, bride's dress
• Ice Box Bar Services
• Mist-a-Mosquito, lawn spray
• Mosaic Catering
• Richard Bell Photography
• Scotti Cline Designs, invitations
• Tiger Lily Florist and floral designer Judy Johnston, the exclusive florist for Engaging Events

This amazing giveaway is valued at a whopping $50,000!  The ceremony and reception will take place on the banks of the Ashley River at the stunning Magnolia Plantation and Gardens on February 3, 2013.  Interested?  I thought you would be.  Well, you have until June 15 to submit your application, so go here to read rules.  Good luck!

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 Wedding {Bridesmaids Dresses}

You've got to admit that our Lowcountry brides have an impeccably elegant Southern style...I think they're just born with it :)  So it's no surprise they make sure their maids are dressed to the nines, as well.  They keep it sophisticated with a sweet pastel color palette for a classic plantation reception or they'll spice it up with bright, trendy patterns for an oceanside, Myrtle Beach affair.  They'll dress their Lowcountry gals in flowy, long gowns that are perfect for a relaxed Hilton Head wedding or they'll keep it short with a sassy cocktail dress fitting of a Downtown Charleston soiree.  Bottom line, stick with your oh-so-fabulous taste when choosing your bridesmaids dresses, I promise they'll thank you for it later!

Charleston Marriott Wedding {Jodi + Greg}

Today, we’ve got a Lowcountry soiree from the team at Loluma that is sure to knock your wedding loving socks off!  Jodi + Greg wed this past winter in the heart of Downtown at the Charleston Marriott.   With the help of Cacky’s Bride Aid, Jodi was glowing in a strapless gown she accessorized with a pair of vibrant blue heels.  Ash and Co.  Bridal and Moore Make Up were on hand for hair and make up to beautify the bridal party.  The men looked dapper in classic black tuxedos that were perfectly fitting of this classic winter fete.  The couple said ‘I do’ in a swanky Jewish ceremony in front of their closest friends and family and the talented Joy Marie Photography was on hand to capture it all.  Their swanky ceremony site was beautifully designed with gorgeous Chivari chairs, a petal-lined aisle and lots of warm, romantic candlelight.  Before joining their guests at the reception, the newlyweds took a quick tour of Charleston while the historic downtown area served as a picturesque backdrop for some truly timeless images.  They returned to the Charleston Marriott for what looked like a lively evening of dinner, dancing and some serious celebrating!  Once again, Loluma rocked it absolutely stunning décor, jaw dropping centerpieces and a striking winter-y color palette.  The crew from Tidewater Catering created a mouth watering Lowcountry menu that kept the guests wanting more and the always amazing Elaine from Elaine’s Events designed the couple’s gorgeous cake.  To make sure their guests remember their Lowcountry wedding, the couple sent them home with their very own bag of grits and a recipe for everyone’s favorite, shrimp and grits!

Vendors

Photographer: Joy Marie Photography  /  Hair Stylist:  Ash and Co. Bridal  /  Caterer:  Tidewater Catering  /  Event Planner:  Loluma  /  Reception Venue:  Charleston Marriott  /  Cake Designer:  Elaine's Events  /  Makeup Artist:  Moore Make Up  /  Personal Stylist:  Cacky's Bride Aid

Ring Bearers + Flower Girls {Wedding Attire}

I will tell you what...I love seeing the little ones all dolled up as they stroll down the aisle, introducing their beautiful bride.  They're so sweet and innocent and always look adorable which is why the flower girls and ring bearers attire is so clutch.  Recently, I've spotted some seriously precious outfits that I just had to share with yall.  P.S. I think I've developed a serious tutu obsession.  Don't even play, you know they're darling!

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!

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!