Sun-Drenched 1940s Inspired Micro Wedding at River Oaks Charleston

Today’s micro wedding inspo is celebrating all things petite! From an understated bouquet by Margaret Kelly Weddings to the most adorable individual cakes from The Tenacious Tart. The small but mighty elements of this editorial just go to show, you don’t have to go big to make a major impact with your wedding décor. To see all the dainty details and pin your faves, head on over to the full gallery – all captured by Amy Mulder Photography & Kelsey Halm Photography!

From Amy Mulder PhotographyMicro weddings are such a beautiful and intimate way to celebrate a marriage. I am so happy to see them becoming more and more popular and be a part of them! When Lacy and I began talking about the feel of this wedding we both loved the idea of the 1940s. Simple, understated, timeless, and oh so very romantic. River Oaks is the absolute perfect venue to be transported to a different place and time. With its beautifully secluded yard with only the waterway flowing behind it. And perhaps a few baby alligators. It lends itself to creating so much effortless ambience. Marianne always makes sure every detail is thought through and staged just right.

Lacy drew her inspiration for the florals from lilies of the valley and european walkways lined with flowers. She envisioned all whites florals with greenery lining the aisle for the ceremony site, and Margaret Kelly Designs brought that vision to life. The bouquet was an understated bouquet that was absolutely in line with the romance of the vision. It’s petiteness was perfect. The Tenacious Tart made individual cakes for everyone in attendance for the day. Again, more petite details to fit the style of the day. Ooh! Events provided everything for the reception table. 

A beautiful simple floral patterned on the side of the plates was so complimentary and stunning for the settings. Wild Ivory Beauty provided Shelby with perfect, timeless, romantic makeup and hair that complimented the style and theme so so very well. Plume Calligraphy created a suite that took us back in time and was so delicious to photograph. Shelby and Gibrelle were amazing. From beginning to end. They were a complete delight to be around and every single one of us vendors felt as though we were spending the day with our dear friends. Their appreciation for life, love, people is in everything they do. And I have to give so much credit to my friend Kelsey Halm Photography. She was my film loader, helped set up ceremony and reception, and worked so hard for every person involved with the day. And all with a smile and eagerness to help the whole time! The entire day was filled with joy, laughter and new friendships.

Photography: Amy Mulder Photography | Event Design: Lacy Geary | Event Planning: Lacy Geary | Floral Design: Margaret Kelly Weddings | Wedding Dress: London and Lace Bridal | Cake: The Tenacious Tart | Invitations: Plume Calligraphy | Ceremony Venue: RiverOaks Charleston | Reception Venue: RiverOaks Charleston | Hair and Makeup: Wild Ivory Beauty | Groom's Attire: SuitShop | Photography - Assistance: Kelsey Halm Photography | Rentals: Ooh! EventHaus