Purple & Green Orange Hill Plantation Wedding from Riverland Studios

Amy & Jes were married in the Fall at Orange Hill Plantation in Summerton, South Carolina. This family-owned property was the perfect location for Amy & Jes’s outdoor affair.  The lovely ladies from The Burlap Elephant helped turn the backyard into a lush and colorful ceremony site.  Thanks to Wildflowers Inc, this Orange Hill Plantation wedding covered with vibrant flowers in all different shades of purple and green.  Don't you just love those bouquets and the unique succulent boutonnieres that the guys wore!  Amazing.  They also had a “wish” tree, where they asked guests to write down wishes they had for the couple’s future. Amy & Jes were great sports and ended the night by running in the rain through a romantic sparkler exit, which was the perfect ending to their Lowcountry wedding.  Thanks to Riverland Studios for capturing all the details!

 Lowcountry Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Riverland Studios  //  Musicians: Classical Charleston  //  Dress Store: Gown Boutique of Charleston   //  Caterer:Lilfred's Restaurant  //  Event Planner: The Burlap Elephant  //  Floral Designer: WildFlowers Inc.  //  Hair Stylist: Willow Salon

In need of some more Southern wedding inspiration!?  Then we think you’ll love these Lowcountry Weddings…

Ashley + Drew's Navy Island House wedding from Riverland Studios

Sara + Joe's  Romantic Pink + Grey Thomas Bennett House wedding from The Burlap Elephant

Saint Simons Wedding Engagement {Jessica + Joe}

Every so often we like to hightail it down to the Georgia coast to soak up the sun, the beauty and the adorable couples the Golden Isles have to offer.  What better way to kick off the weekend than to revel in Jessica + Joe’s Saint Simons wedding engagement from our sweet friend, Britt Croft Photography.

From Britt Croft Photography: "St. Simon’s Island, a part of the Golden Isles of Georgia, is one of the most beautiful and charming places I’ve ever been in my life. I feel like it’s Georgia’s best kept secret, but probably just because I didn’t grow up around here and it’s new to me. I absolutely love any excuse to get down that way, so when Jessica emailed me about shooting her and Joe’s wedding there this fall, I was so excited. And then twice as excited when she decided to have their engagement session there, rather than Atlanta where they currently live. No offense to you Atlanta, because you’re fun too, but SSI is incredible!"

"Jessica and Joe were so fun to spend the evening with! Jessica was SO excited, and despite a couple of hiccups in her plans before and during the session, we just rolled along and had a good time :) She and Joe are so funny together…very goofy and themselves, which I love. Jessica wanted to start shooting right in the same area they just said their I Do's, so we rocked out her cute little styled setup, and then took in the sunset along the water."

 

Cypress Trees Plantation Wedding {Addie + Justin}

To all of our faithful followers who are just as obsessed with Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head and Charleston weddings as we are, then we'd like to direct your attention to the newest edition of A Lowcountry Mag  It's filled to the brim with Southern wedding details that are bound to inspire you to add a little Lowcountry flair to your big day!  So take it from us, and head on over to check out all the Fall/Winter edition has to offer.   Check it out online or get your print copies here.   In the meantime, Joshua Aaron Photography has decided to shower us with a lovely Cypress Trees Plantation on Edisto Island, South Carolina.  We're in love with all of these rustic details!

 Lowcountry Wedding Vendors

Venue: Cypress Trees Plantation  /  Photographer: Joshua Aaron Photography

Southern Weddings {Whitney + Trevor}

As we sit here and patiently await the lovely wintry mix that is making its way to the Lowcountry, I thought I'd share a few Southern weddings that will perfectly complement tonight's Big Bang Theory marathon and glass of wine!  First up is Whitney + Trevor's Texas-sized soiree at The Party Barn at the MD Resort.  It was filled with adorable rustic details, the perfect bouquets, vintage cigar boxes and homemade pies!  Whitney sported a gorgeous tea length gown with blue suede shoes.  Whitney is a huge fan of Elvis, so it only made sense! She really rocked the tea length wedding gown with beautiful lace details. And how amazing did Trevor look in is perfectly paisley button up? What a great looking couple!  Thanks to POPography for capturing all our favorite Southern wedding details!

 Southern Wedding Vendors

Photography: POPography  /  Floral: Rachael Alcon  /  Make-up: Amanda Hernandez  /  Venue: MD Resort  /  Dress: Maggie Sottero  /  Video: Brad Gamm  /  Bridesmaid Dresses: COCORICCOOO  /  DJ: Mark Brown COMPLETE, DALLAS

Lowndes Grove Plantation Wedding Portraits {Julie}

I sure do love when I have to opportunity to share a little Sean Money + Elizabeth Fay.  These two are pretty much fabulous and, additionally, they go above and beyond for all of their Lowcountry brides.  Just ask their brides – they rave about the Charleston wedding photographer duo!   Their creative eyes produce some seriously romantic images with an editorial twist and Julie’s Lowndes Grove Plantation wedding portraits are no different.  How someone can take a flowing veil and a pair of antlers to turn a cloudy day into the perfect coastal backdrop is beyond me, but they sure pulled it off.

Wedding Hairstyles

My sister tied the knot this October, and in the weeks leading up to the big day I had a lot of things on my mind: giving a meaningful (and adorable) Maid of Honor speech, making sure I was able to squeeze into our charming Anthropologie bridesmaids dresses and, most importantly, how I was going to wear my hair.  I scoured some of my fav blogs and scrolled through Pinterest for weeks looking for the perfect Southern wedding hairstyles to fit my sister’s effortless Georgia bash.  I settled on a curly half-up, half down rainfall braid, which looked fabulous if I do say so myself, but I thought it was only fair to share a few of my other favorite wedding hairstyles from across the blogosphere with my favorite Lowcountry ladies!  Check 'em out!

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South Carolina Wedding Engagement {Leah + Jeff}

The minute I laid eyes on this South Carolina wedding engagement I KNEW that my ALW ladies had to have it.  It's charming and eye-catching and makes me wish I could Photoshop my husband and I right into Leah + Jeff's shoes.  Not because the engaged duo doesn't look adorable (because they do!) but because I love this shoot so much I wish I could frame each picture and hang them all around my house.  I'm obsessed...and who wouldn't be with all of those vibrant hot air balloons in the background!  So, I asked the photographer who captured the loveliness, the talented Jenna Marie Weddings, if she would be so kind as to let us share it with our readers in the premier issue of A Lowcountry Wedding and she was more than happy to oblige!  Catch a glimpse at few shots below and  if you're dying to see more...check out all the details in our complete digital edition of A Lowcountry Wedding Mag which you can purchase here!

Hilton Head Weddings {Danny + Laura} Port Royal Golf Club

We're so happy to welcome the New Year here at A Lowcountry Wedding!   With the launch of our ALW mag (come check it out here!), 2013 was crazy (to say the least).  With the outpouring of support we received, we can't wait to see what's in store for 2014.   At the request of our Southern brides, we're expanding our vendor gallery to bring you ladies the best of the best that the Lowcountry has to offer.  Soooo, until Jan 10th, we're offering great rates for vendors interested in a listing or banner ad, so shoot us an email at hello{at}alowcountrywed.com to chat!  In the meantime, I've been dying to share this Port Royal Golf Club wedding from Scobey Photography.  You know how much we love Hilton Head weddings, so when this vibrant beauty rolled across our inbox, I squealed a bit.  The blue bridesmaids dresses and charming pink peony bouquets are totally my style.  It's the perfect Southern wedding!

Hilton Head Wedding Vendors

Photographer: Scobey Photography  //  Ceremony & Reception Location: Port Royal Golf Club  //  Bride’s Hair: Mark Goodman with Hair Designers  //  Bride’s Makeup: Diane Cook with Hair Designers   //  Dress Designer: Anjolique Bridal  //  Bridal Salon: Wedding Angels Bridal Boutique  //  Bride’s Shoes: TOMS  //  Groom’s Suit: King Tux  //  Cake Designer: Lowcountry Flour Girls   //  Florist: Henry Kretchmer at The Flower Garden //  DJ: DJ Wayne Byrd with Hilton Head Entertainment

Southern Weddings {Jaclyn} Asheville

We're off to celebrate the Holidays with our wonderful family and friends and while the weather here in Charleston has been a consistent 70-ish degrees for the past what feels like forever, I'm kind of dying for some cold weather to get a little more in the Christmas-y spirit, and if I could get some snow...well, that would just be about perfect.    So while I keep daydreaming about Southern Weddings and snow, y'all can check out Jillian's winter bridal session from Pasha Belman Photography.  It took place in Asheville, one of my favorite Southern cities, and it is so stinkin' beautiful I almost can't stand it.  So to all of our favorite ALW readers, we are so thankful for your support and we wish you the happiest of Holidays.  Here's to 2014!

Southern Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Pasha Belman Photography 

Southern Wedding {Jodi + Jack} Capital City Club

Y'all, I've been dying to feature this glamorous Southern wedding but all this 70 degree weather just hadn't allowed for it!  But today I just couldn't take it anymore and decided the time had come to bless you with this gorgeous Atlanta bash from Scobey Photography.  Bride Jodi wore a stunning strapless gown she topped with a luxurious fur while the men wore classic tuxedos.  After a traditional church ceremony, guests made their way to beautiful Capital City Club where guests dined and danced the night away!

Southern Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Scobey Photography  //  Reception Venue: Capital City Club Brookhaven  //  Floral Designer: Design House of Flowers  //  Cake Designer: Frosted Pumpkin Gourmet Inc.  //  Band: Infinity Band  //  Dress Store: Wedding Angels Bridal Boutique

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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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Lowndes Grove Plantation Wedding by Branch Design Studio

Who doesn’t love kicking their Monday morning off with a cheery Charleston Wedding!  With the help of that talented team over at Breeze, Michelle + Jeremy tied the knot at one of our favorite venues, Lowndes Grove Plantation, where they were married outdoors on the banks of the Ashley River.  Branch Design Studio whipped lovely arrangements with punches of pink and orange, while Fish treated the guests to their signature cuisine!  As always, we thank STUDIO 1250 Photography  for capturing all the lovely details!

 Charleston Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  STUDIO 1250  //  Floral Designer: Branch Design Studio  //  Event Planner: Breeze LLC  //  Transportation: CHARLESTON BLACK CAB COMPANY  //  Musicians: Classical Charleston  //  Cinema and Video: Life in Rewind  //  DJ: Other Brother Entertainment  //  Caterer: Patrick Properties  //  Heirlooms and extras: The Borrowed Heirloom  //  Event Venue: Lowndes Grove Plantation  //  Officiant:Your Charleston Wedding Officiant  //

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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  //

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Garden Wedding {Stephanie + Benjamin}

If you're in the mood for a dreamy garden wedding (and don't lie, I know you always are!), then you need to feast your eyes on this beauty captured by Pasha Belman Photography.  It's fairytale-style perfection.  While Stephanie + Benjamin's wedding didn't take place in the Lowcountry, or even in the South for that matter, this little ol' wedding blogger couldn't resist when all of this pin-able heaven rolled across her inbox.  But don't you worry my little Lowcountry ladies, the fabulous Pasha Belman is not only available for destination weddings, but he's also your guy if you're in need of a Myrtle Beach or Charleston wedding photographer.  I adore every detail of this Michigan affair from Stephanie's show-stopping Vera gown to this swoon-worthy venue.

Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Pasha Belman Photography  /  Event Venue:Greencrest Manor Bed and Breakfast  /  Caterer:Cassandra's Catering  /  Dress Store: Memories Bridal & Evening Wear  /  Photo Booth Equipment: MIPhotobooth  /  Tuxedo and Mens Attire:President Tuxedo  /  Dress Designer: Vera Wang

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Sea Island Wedding {Catherine + Josh}

You know I love when I get to take my ALW faithful for a little day trip down to my home state of Georgia, especially when we make a beeline right for the magical Sea Island.  With Events by Caroline behind the wedding wheel, Catherine + Josh tied the knot in elegant, outdoor ceremony overlooking the water, in what appears to be a Lowcountry afternoon that most gals dream of.  To celebrate, the couple joined their wedding guests for a tented evening under the stars where the gals at Garden on the Square created superbly Southern floral arrangements of hydrangeas and baby’s breath to grace the tabletops.  With a welcoming ocean breeze, Guest relaxed in a lovely outdoor lounge area and dined on a feast of Southern cuisine, including roasted quail, before kicking off their shoes and hopping on the dance floor to enjoy the sounds of The Swinging Medallions.  Thanks to the wonderful Donna Von Bruening for capturing this swoon-worthy Sea Island Wedding!  Oh, and yes, that is a real fish cake!

Lowcountry Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Donna Von Bruening, Photographer  //  Equipment Rentals: Beachview rentals  //  Event Planner: Events by Caroline  //  Floral Designer: Garden on the Square  //  Reception Venue: Sea Island

701 Whaley Wedding {Brennan + Travis}

Y’all, I am so thrilled to tell you guys we’re just weeks away from launching our first EVER A Lowcountry Wedding Lookbook….and it is awesome.  It’s been a complete labor of love and while it's taken a little longer to finish up than expected, it has been so much fun to create, super crazy and difficult, and, at times, has made me want to throw in the towel, but it’s finally in the last stages and I can’t wait until we get to share it.  There are pages and pages of AMAZING Lowcountry weddings from the most-sought after vendors along the Carolina coast and it will have you ooohhhhing and aaahhhing the whole way through!  In the meantime, we thought we would hold you over with this beauty from the Capitol City captured by Richard Ellis Photography at 701 Whaley.    We're in love with all of these beautiful pops of purple!

 

 

 South Carolina Wedding Vendors

Photography: Richard Ellis Photography  /  Venue: 701 Whaley  /  Wedding Gown: La Sposa purchased at Jo Lins  /  Florist: Think Floral  /  Caterer: Hudson's Smokehouse  /  Cake: Parkland Cakes  /  DJ: DJ Joey

Savannah Westin Harbor Wedding {Carmen + Mack}

I doesn't happen too often, but we're dishing out a little Saturday morning wedding loveliness that we hope you love as much as we do!  Carmen + Mack tied the knot just South of Hilton Head in beautiful Savannah, Georgia at The Westin at the Savannah Harbor.  The couple took full advantage of their surroundings by having an outdoor ceremony overlooking the Riverfront.   Carmen stunned in a strapless lace gown from Priscilla of Boston while her maids rocked floor length gowns in shades of brown.  Kreative Kreations designed a beautiful reception with a Fall inspired color palette as Carmen + Mack celebrated the night away with their guests in the Westin's stunning ballroom.  Thanks to Mark Williams Studio for capturing all the lovely details!

 Charleston Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Mark Williams Studio  //  Lighting: JLK events  //  Reception Venue: The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa  //  Dress: Priscilla of Boston  //  Hair and Makeup: Main Street Styles of Swainsboro  //  Planning & Floral: Kreative Kreations

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