If Allie and Noah are forever your favorite onscreen couple – we’re betting you had no idea you could get married at Allie’s house in the movie! Yup, that’s right. Boone Hall Plantation, just twenty minutes outside of charming Charleston, will make all your Nicholas Sparks dreams come true (minus the heartache). Oh, and did we mention Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds also tied the knot here? #goals… Today we’re sharing a gorgeous winter wedding captured by Virgil Bunao Photography and planned by Sweetgrass Social Event + Design that reveals all this romantic venue has to offer. From enchanting live oak trees covered in Spanish moss to the bride’s timeless style – keep on scrolling to see every last detail.
After noticing many mutual friends on Facebook, Steve went out on a limb and sent Jennifer a message asking if she’d be interested in getting together for a drink. The date that followed (at Stars Rooftop Bar in Charleston) led to a beautiful relationship. When the duo decided to make it official, Jennifer had a clear vision of what she wanted for the big day.
“The church was an easy decision! My identical twin sister was married at Trinity United Methodist two years prior and I wanted the same priest to marry me and Steve”, said the bride.
The couple then selected their reception venue – Boone Hall Plantation’s Cotton Dock. The rustic setting and riverfront views were perfect for the evening Jennifer had in mind. “We got married in January and I wanted a winter wonderland feel. I wanted lots of silvers, blues, greenery, and pops of deep red. I also wanted low lighting and candles everywhere! We had two live burning fires going. It was warm, cozy, and romantic.”
Jacqueline Volz of Sweetgrass Social and The Flower Cottage brought Jennifer’s dream day to life and luckily, photographer Virgil Bunao was on hand to capture each thoughtful detail. Jennifer’s elegant bride attire included a Legends by Romona Keveza dress and bolero, a veil borrowed from her twin, and earrings from her husband – a wedding day gift!
Photography: Virgil Bunao Photography | Videography: Josh Benser and Bowen Craft, Cinema 843 | Event Planning: Sweetgrass Social Event + Design | Florist: The Flower Cottage | Wedding Dress: Legends by Romona Keveza | Cake: ABCD Cakes | Ceremony Venue: Trinity United Methodist Church | Reception Venue: Boone Hall Plantation | Shoes: Manolo Blahnik | Catering: Duvall Catering And Events | Hair & Makeup: Wedding Hair By Charlotte | Lighting: Technical Event Company | Band: 1st Generation Band | Transportation: Acw Limo | Bagpiper: Quality Bagpipes | Church Organist: Joseph Roenbeck | Earrings: Blue Nile | Rentals: Eventworks