Coastal Wedding Engagement by Billie Jo and Jeremy Photography

We are spending this beautiful Fall day preparing skimming through countless Lowcountry submissions to share with you and we think we found one you're really going to love.  We are thrilled to have the opportunity to introduce you to the Charleston-based team of Billie Jo and Jeremy Photography.  This dynamic duo has a style we just can't get enough of and I'm quite certain you'll feel the same way.  The talented photogs had the opportunity to capture their good friends, Lauren and James, for a coastal engagement session that has Lowcountry written all over it!  Lauren and James wanted to do a little something different for their engagement shoot and decided a trip out to the barrier islands would do just the trick.  Even with storms in the forecast and clouds in the sky, they hopped on their boat and headed out to the islands for a memorable afternoon.

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Photographer:  Billie Jo and Jeremy Photography

Submitted via Two Bright Lights

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

• Coastal Folly Beach Wedding from Charleston wedding vendor Dana Cubbage Weddings
• Laid back, DIY Lowcountry Wedding from Jeanne Mitchum Photography with burlap and anemones
• Romantic Purple wedding at The Island House from Amelia + Dan Photography, Pure Luxe Bride, Branch Design Studio, Ash and Co., B. Gourmet Catering and Jenny Packham http://goo.gl/avZL0P
• Sequins and Peony Wedding Inspiration from Savannah Wedding Vendors, Ivory + Beau and Rach Lea Photography
• Isle of Palms shoot from JOPHOTO, LB Floral, Honeybee Events and PhotoVision  http://goo.gl/U7My7a 
• A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine filled with 13 real weddings from Charleston, Hilton Head and Myrtle Beach

Interested in more information on A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine?  To become a preferred vendor and to learn about print and online advertising options, contact hello{at}alowcountrywed.com to request a media kit.

Charleston Wedding Proposal by Riverland Studios

Sweet Dana had scheduled a couples session with Riverland Studios to commemorate their romantic trip to Charleston, South Carolina before her boyfriend, Drew, left for his deployment.  Little did Dana know that Drew had his own plans for how the afternoon would go.  Just ten minutes into the session, Drew dropped to one knee to ask for Dana's hand in marriage and the emotion that was captured was nothing short of heartwarming.  If any soon-to-be grooms are planning on proposing soon, our suggestion would be to make sure you have a Lowcountry photographer in-tow.

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Photographer:  Riverland Studios  //  Other Location: Downtown Charleston

Submitted via Two Bright Lights

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

• Coastal Folly Beach Wedding from Charleston wedding vendor Dana Cubbage Weddings
• Laid back, DIY Lowcountry Wedding from Jeanne Mitchum Photography with burlap and anemones
• Romantic Purple wedding at The Island House from Amelia + Dan Photography, Pure Luxe Bride, Branch Design Studio, Ash and Co., B. Gourmet Catering and Jenny Packham http://goo.gl/avZL0P
• Sequins and Peony Wedding Inspiration from Savannah Wedding Vendors, Ivory + Beau and Rach Lea Photography
• Isle of Palms shoot from JOPHOTO, LB Floral, Honeybee Events and PhotoVision  http://goo.gl/U7My7a
• A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine filled with 13 real weddings from Charleston, Hilton Head and Myrtle Beach

Interested in more information on A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine?  To become a preferred vendor and to learn about print and online advertising options, contact hello{at}alowcountrywed.com to request a media kit.

Shem Creek Wedding Engagement by Dana Cubbage Weddings

The beauty of Charleston is that every where you look and every time you turn your head, you find another charming part of the city that takes your breath away.  From the cobblestone streets and the hidden alleys that Downtown Charleston has to offer, to the beautiful beaches and waterfront views, the prettiness just doesn't stop.  I always love diving into a beautiful engagement session to see what locations the couples choose to serve as their backdrops.  Bride Lauren and her husband-to-be, Hunter, picked one of my coastal favorites.  The duo met up with talented wedding photographer, Dana Cubbage Weddings, to kick off the afternoon perusing the streets of the Holy City before heading over to Mount Pleasant to wrap up their Shem Creek Wedding Engagement and I couldn't be more in love!

From Dana: "Lauren + Hunter recently moved to Charleston and will be getting married this February on Shem Creek.  I was so excited that they wanted to not only incorporate the historic romance of downtown Charleston in their engagement session, but also the amazing coastal charm of Shem Creek.  Despite the threat of thunderstorms, we were able to spend a few hours together, chatting about their wedding plans + finding some amazing locations along the way!"

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Photographer:  Dana Cubbage Weddings  //   Venue: Shem Creek  and Downtown Charleston

Submitted via Two Bright Lights

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

• Coastal Folly Beach Wedding from Charleston wedding vendor Dana Cubbage Weddings
• Laid back, DIY Lowcountry Wedding from Jeanne Mitchum Photography with burlap and anemones
• Vibrant Myrtle Beach Wedding from Memorable Moments and Scott Smallin Photography
• Sequins and Peony Wedding Inspiration from Savannah Wedding Vendors, Ivory + Beau and Rach Lea Photography
• Dreamy Hilton Head Wedding at the Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort from Landon Jacob
• A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine filled with 13 real weddings from Charleston, Hilton Head and Myrtle Beach

Interested in more information on A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine?  To become a preferred vendor and to learn about print and online advertising options, contact hello{at}alowcountrywed.com to request a media kit.

Beaufort Wedding Engagement by Andrea Kuehnis Photography

Swiss wedding photographer, Andrea Kuehnis, made a recent trip to the Lowcountry and what she captured is something we just have to share.  The sweet couple, Addison + Andrew, who will be tying the knot later this year on Hilton Head, decided that the charming town of Beaufort would be the perfect spot for their engagement pictures.  The weather was as unexpected as it always in the summer and served up some rain shower delays but the duo was able to squeeze in just enough time to capture some seriously gorgeous images.  They even took some time to toast to the big day.  Thanks to Andrea Kuehnis for capturing this lovely Beaufort Wedding Engagement!

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

• Coastal Folly Beach Wedding from Charleston wedding vendor Dana Cubbage Weddings
• Laid back, DIY Lowcountry Wedding from Jeanne Mitchum Photography with burlap and anemones
• Vibrant Myrtle Beach Wedding from Memorable Moments and Scott Smallin Photography
• Sequins and Peony Wedding Inspiration from Savannah Wedding Vendors, Ivory + Beau and Rach Lea Photography
• Dreamy Hilton Head Wedding at the Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort from Landon Jacob
• A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine filled with 13 real weddings from Charleston, Hilton Head and Myrtle Beach

Interested in more information on A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine?  To become a preferred vendor and to learn about print and online advertising options, contact hello{at}alowcountrywed.com to request a media kit.

Murrells Inlet Wedding Engagement by Gigi Noelle Events + Carmen Ash Photography

We're spending our Saturday (and probably Sunday, too!) reviewing tons of gorgeous Lowcountry weddings for Volume 1 of our upcoming print edition of A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine, and I'll be honest, its going to be amazing.  The real weddings we've already accepted from Charleston, Hilton Head, Myrtle Beach + Savannah are nothing short of amazing and I'm anxious to see what other lovelies join the club.  We'll be accepting submissions until the end of August, so keep them rolling in!  Since we can't share all the goodness with y'all, we thought we'd shower your with a beautiful Murrells Inlet Wedding Engagement Session from Myrtle Beach Wedding Vendors, Gigi Noelle Events + Carmen Ash Photography.  The sweet couple, Christina + Charlie, wanted to incorporate Charlie's family's 55-foot boat, the Blue Mile, into their afternoon.  Each year, Charlie's family takes the eye catching boat down to the Bahamas for their annual trip over the course of 3-4 months.  So, it was no surprise that including it in their pictures was a no-brainer.  Charlie + his crew immediately began polishing and cleaning the boat prior to the shoot, and we'd have to say he did a wonderful job!  We love this adorable couple, their perfect outfit choices and all of the coastal details incorporated throughout the session!

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Photographer: Carmen Ash Photography  //  Rentals: EventWorks  //  Design: Gigi Noelle Events  //  Cupcakes: Cravinleys

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

• Coastal Folly Beach Wedding from Charleston wedding vendor Dana Cubbage Weddings
• Laid back, DIY Lowcountry Wedding from Jeanne Mitchum Photography with burlap and anemones
• Vibrant Myrtle Beach Wedding from Memorable Moments and Scott Smallin Photography
• Sequins and Peony Wedding Inspiration from Savannah Wedding Vendors, Ivory + Beau and Rach Lea Photography
• Dreamy Hilton Head Wedding at the Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort from Landon Jacob
• A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine filled with 13 real weddings from Charleston, Hilton Head and Myrtle Beach

Nautical Charleston Wedding Engagement by Kelly Dillon Photography

Fresh, clean photography, an adorable couple and the charm of the Holy City makes for one very happy A Lowcountry Wedding Editor and a gorgeous Nautical Charleston Wedding Engagement.  The lovely Kelly, of Kelly Dillon Photography, spent the afternoon with Olivia + Chad discovering the quaint corners and cobblestone streets of Charleston before heading over to the harbor to capture a few shots by the marina!  I'm loving the couple's outfit choices, from the slightly more formal looks as they touredDowntown, to the more casual attire over by the water.  I'm totally obsessing over Olivia's preppy pink top  and navy and white striped skirt.

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Photographer: Kelly Dillon Photography

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

• Coastal Folly Beach Wedding from Charleston wedding vendor Dana Cubbage Weddings
• Laid back, DIY Lowcountry Wedding from Jeanne Mitchum Photography with burlap and anemones
• Vibrant Myrtle Beach Wedding from Memorable Moments and Scott Smallin Photography
• Sequins and Peony Wedding Inspiration from Savannah Wedding Vendors, Ivory + Beau and Rach Lea Photography
• Dreamy Hilton Head Wedding at the Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort from Landon Jacob
• A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine filled with 13 real weddings from Charleston, Hilton Head and Myrtle Beach

Interested in more information on A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine?  To become a preferred vendor and to learn about print and online advertising options, contact hello{at}alowcountrywed.com to request a media kit.

Charleston Wedding Engagement by Wild Cotton Photography

Good morning, Lowcountry Lovelies!  We can’t believe August is right around the corner and before we know it, we’ll be bidding adieu to Beach Season.  Before we head out to enjoy the Summer sun, we had to share Berna + Chad’s charming Charleston wedding engagement from the talented Wild Cotton Photography.   You probably remember Sally Katherine's romantic Edisto Island portraits she captured.  We’re loving Berna + Chad's relaxed attire, the pit stop at Rue de Jean, and how they brought their pups along for the ride.

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Photographer: Wild Cotton Photography

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

• Coastal Folly Beach Wedding from Charleston wedding vendor Dana Cubbage Weddings
• Laid back, DIY Lowcountry Wedding from Jeanne Mitchum Photography with burlap and anemones
• Vibrant Myrtle Beach Wedding from Memorable Moments and Scott Smallin Photography
• Sequins and Peony Wedding Inspiration from Savannah Wedding Vendors, Ivory + Beau and Rach Lea Photography
• Dreamy Hilton Head Wedding at the Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort from Landon Jacob
• A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine filled with 13 real weddings from Charleston, Hilton Head and Myrtle Beach

Charming Cypress Gardens Engagement from Reese Moore Weddings

From their outfits to the location, I'm head-over-heels for this adorable Cypress Gardens Engagement Session captured by Reese Moore Weddings.  Bride-to-Be Karen donned three gorgeous outfits.  My favorite - that sweet, pink dress!  Her hair was perfectly curled, with an enchanting smile to match, as she enjoyed a casual boat ride with her sweetie!   From Reese Moore Weddings: "Karen and David are one of those simply smitten couples, which made photographing their engagement session an absolute breeze. The adorable couple donned their vintage finest - David went barefoot, which I loved - before taking a leisurely, laughter-filled canoe ride through the cypress swamp and Spanish moss. Then it was off to explore the grounds and canoodle over a cupcake picnic, where he surprised her with flowers, before taking a stroll about the grounds and settling into a swing overlooking the Lowcountry landscape!"

Santa Monica + Malibu Engagement Session from FORGED IN THE NORTH

I’m humbled that A Lowcountry Wedding draws submissions from, not only all across the country, but also across the globe.  And while I’m flattered by the love and thankful for the support, we rarely share submissions from anywhere but the Lowcountry.  On a rare occasion, a beauty rolls across our inbox, or more accurately, Two Bright Lights, that I just can’t say no to and this California engagement session has set my wedding blogger heart a-flutter.  So, join me in welcoming this talented team of Brooklyn photographers, Forged in the North as we share Mike + Meghan’s romantic Santa Monica + Malibu engagement session that is bound to catch your eye.

Southern Beach Engagement by Justina Bilodeau Photography

Sadly, today is the last day of my much anticipated vacation.  We spent the whole week with family, out at Kiawah Island, lounging on the beach and soaking up the sun.  It was heaven.  Since, I've got to get back to the real world tomorrow, I thought I'd share a lovely Southern Beach Engagement from the talented Justina Bilodeau Photography that is bound to make you daydream of spending your days on the shore.   If you fall in love with Justina's work (just like we know you will!), check out her gorgeous William Aiken House Inspiration Shoot with stunning Jenny Packham gowns from White on Daniel Island.

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Photographer: Justina Bilodeau Photography

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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

Holy City Engagement Session from Sea Star Arts Photography

You may remember last week when we featured a charming styled shoot from Carly is Inspired + Sea Star Arts Photography, and if I had to guess, you probably fell head-over-heels in love with it just like everyone else.  Not only were the design + vintage decor spot-on, but the photography was perfection and I have a feeling that you'd love to see more of the same.  Am I right?  Well, today, you're in luck, because were serving up another beauty from the Sea Star Arts Photography.  In a few short months, the adorable Sarah + Brent will be having a gorgeous Southern wedding of their own and we're so glad we get to share their precious engagement session.  Can't wait to see the big day!

 

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Photography: Sea Star Arts Photography

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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

Downtown Charleston Wedding Engagement by Hannah Woodard Photography

Oh, hey Chelsea!  We are SO in love with all of your perfectly selected outfits for your Downtown Charleston Wedding Engagement session with the wonderful Hannah Woodard Photography.  I mean, come on!  Those pink shorts, that flowy dress and your Citadel attire is complete perfection and I need all of it in my wardrobe...now.   Not only is this a seriously good lookin' couple, but the adorable duo selected a Charleston wedding photographer who captured some amazing images of the soon-to-be-newlyweds!

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Photographer:  Hannah Woodard Photography  //  Reception Venue: Charleston, SC

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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

Folly Beach Surprise Proposal by Caroline Ro Photography

Y’all, this might be the cutest proposal Folly Beach has ever seen, and we’re so glad that Charleston wedding photographer, Caroline Ro, has shared it with us.  You know you’ve got a good guy when he pulls out all the stop to ask for your hand in marriage and Groom-to-be,  Shawn, spared no sweet expense for the lovely Karlee.  He prepared to sweep his lady off her feet  in a secluded corner on Folly Beach where adorable Polaroids of the couple were strung from tree-to-tree.  After getting down on one knee and asking the beautiful Karlee to be his wife, the ecstatic couple were greeted by friends and family to celebrate their laid back Lowcountry engagement on the beach.  Thanks to the wonderful Caroline Ro Photography for capturing such a genuine and memorable Folly Beach Surprise proposal!

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Photographer: Caroline Ro Photography  //  Venue: Folly Beach

Beaufort Wedding Engagement at the Beach by Katherine Herndon Photography

We spent Sunday morning over on Botany Bay, and I'm still recovering from the super cute sunburn I acquired :)  In honor of the gorgeous springtime weather and the countless weekends we'll be spending at the beach, I thought we'd enjoy a lovely Beaufort wedding engagement from the talented Lowcountry wedding photographer, Katherine Herndon Photography.  We're obsessed with the perfect coastal setting, driftwood backdrop and Allison's adorable polka dot dress.

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Photographer Katherine Herndon Photography

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In need of more Lowcountry wedding inspiration? Check out a few of our favorites...

Amy + Jeff's Green Beaufort Inn wedding from Fia Forever Photography

Ashlee + Brennan's Coastal Beaufort wedding from Tim Will Photo

Jennifer + Chis's Navy Honey Horn Plantation wedding from Amanda Joy Photography

Folly Beach Engagement from Lauren Jonas Photography

As we gear up to celebrate St. Patrick's Day (our favorite holiday!), we thought we'd leave you with the perfect Folly Beach engagement from the talented Lauren Jonas Photography.  Hoping to avoid a rainy Sunday, the couple and their photographer decided to wake up extra early to avoid the summer showers and crowded beaches.  Lucky for us their early morning provided the perfect sunrise to kick off their beach-y morning.

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Venue: Folly Beach  /  Photographer: Lauren Jonas Photography

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

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Charming Charleston Wedding Engagement from Sea Star Arts Photography

If you guys haven’t met the lovely Jeni Rone Becker of Sea Star Arts Photography, then I highly recommend setting up a guacamole-eating, margarita-drinking happy hour with her because it will be well worth every minute.  Not only is Jeni a genuinely awesome person, but one look at her Facebook page and you’ll be hooked.  She’s always on the move, enjoying, and capturing only like a talented photographer could, all the wonderful events and gorgeous details the Holy City has to offer.  So, it’s no shock that when we’re fortunate enough to share some of her work we get super excited.  What I love about Jeni (besides the laundry list I jotted down above!) is her ability to take make any backdrop or scenery strikingly beautiful.  Give her a camera and an adorable couple, and girlfriend will make magic happen, which is exactly the case for Hillary + Phil’s Charming Charleston Engagement!

Citadel + Hampton Park Wedding Engagement from The Click Chick Photography

We love us a good Hampton Park wedding engagement session, especially when it includes one of our favorite photographers and a Citadel love story to go with it!  Latasha + Jamel began a friendship while in school at the Citadel which eventually developed into a beautiful relationship.  When scheming with the lovely Mackenzie of The Click Chick Photography, the duo knew a trip to their old stomping grounds was definitely in order...and we're sure glad they did!  The shots of the happy couple in their Letterman's jacket are nothing short of adorable.  Afterwards, the duo continued their sweet afternoon with a tour of Hampton Park and a handful of pastel balloons before heading Downtown to spend sometime South of Broad!

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Photographer: The Click Chick Photography

Dying to see more?!? We thought you'd say yes!  Check some of our favorites from The Click Chick Photography...

Mandy + Kevin's adorable Charlestowne Landing wedding engagement session

Grace + Ben's Holy City engagement session in the heart of Downtown Charleston

 James + Jess's Hibernian Hall wedding

Charleston Engagement {Katie + Brett} Dana Cubbage Weddings

To keep the party going, we're continuing our Southern wedding Sunday with the perfect Holy City engagement session from our friend, and talented Charleston wedding photographer, Dana Cubbage Weddings! From Dana: "Katie + Brett are getting married next March and we recently met for their downtown Charleston engagement session. They brought along their 7 year old French Bulldog named Sug, who was a total rockstar. Then we headed to the College of Charleston campus, where both Katie + Brett met and went to college. We ended the night at Cru Cafe, where they shared their first date over 10 years ago. I had a blast hanging out with them and can't wait for their wedding next spring!"

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Photographer: Dana Cubbage Weddings

Charleston Engagement {Amanda + Andrew} Priscilla Thomas Photography

Last summer we teamed up with our friend and fellow ALW Vendor, the talented Priscilla Thomas Photography to offer one lucky couple an 8 hour wedding day photography package for FREE!    Could you imagine winning a photography package from an amazing Charleston wedding photographer like Priscilla?  It makes me envious, that's all I'm saying!  Well Amanda and Andrew were the winning duo and today we get to share their Lowcountry engagement session.  Congrats to the lucky couple, we can't wait to see their Boone Hall Plantation bash!

Tell us a little bit about yourselves!

Amanda -  I'm a pharmacist and I live in Asheville, NC and am really enjoying taking advantage of all the NC mountains offers including hiking, biking, the Biltmore Estate, and the great local brewery scene.

Andrew - Lives in Panama City Beach, FL currently. He is a photojournalist at the Panama City News Herald and also really enjoys videography/documentary work. Andrew also enjoys building websites in his free time and building things.

We both enjoy traveling and sailing together too!

How did the two of you meet?

We met in high school when I was a junior and Andrew was a senior. After being introduced, Andrew asked me on our first date to Elmo's Diner in Durham, NC and the rest is history!

How would you describe yourselves?

Amanda - Friends would say I am fun-loving, caring, loyal and dedicated. Andrew would add that I'm detail oriented almost to a fault, which I blame on my science background. ;)

Andrew is definitely more of the free-spirited one, as he is more spontaneous, creative, and just plain goofy. We definitely balance each other out.

 Tell us ALL about the proposal.  We love a great story!

I had December off from pharmacy school so I was spending the majority of it down in Florida with Andrew. We traveled to NC to spend Christmas with my family and to visit his family too. While we were at my parents house Andrew asked my parents for permission to marry me. And while visiting his family, he picked up his grandmother's beautiful engagement ring. When we got back down to FL, we went to our usual Sunday brunch spot and afterward Andrew proposed. Although I knew is was coming eventually, I did not think he would propose until after I was finished with graduate school so I was completely surprised, which my friends will tell you is hard to do.

What do you envision for your wedding day? (Colors, theme, unique features to make it your own)We envision our wedding day being romantic and vintage. The Cotton Dock at Boone Hall is right on the water, which is important to us. We plan on decorating with white drapery and lots of candles to warm up the mostly wooden space. We're not entirely sure on colors yet, but will probably end up leaning towards some shade of blue as the main color.

What attire style fits your wedding? (black tie, Charleston casual, suit & tie, a day at the beach)

Definitely Charleston casual. The men will most likely wear gingham shirts with vests and my dress is very light and flowing.