The foothills of the Smoky Mountains set the scene for this stunning celebration. The day was done in a palette of blue and white expertly designed by Rachelle Youd Designs and filled with endlessly impressive blooms. The imagery shot by Meredith Benton Photography will sweep you off your feet. Visit the full gallery to fall in love.
From the Bride… Chandler and I attended Auburn University at the same time, but did not know each other except through mutual friends. Post college, I was living in Birmingham, AL working in interior design and Chandler was living in Nashville, TN working in management for commercial construction. My best friend ran into Chandler in a group setting and decided that he was the one for me. I will always be grateful for her thoughtful scheming in getting me and Chandler to the same city on the same weekend.
We were officially dating just one week later! We dated long distance for 8 months before both moving to Atlanta, GA for family and job opportunities. While on a family trip to Charleston, Chandler got down on one knee and asked me to be his wife! As we began looking for a wedding venue, we knew we wanted a destination wedding. Our photographer, Meredith Benton Photography, recommended that we look at RT Lodge. I loved the idea of being outdoors and have always dreamed of a very whimsical wedding.
When I found my wedding dress and we booked RT Lodge, our vision we worked from became “Ballgown in a Meadow.” That phrase really encompassed what I had envisioned. Classy and a little dramatic while still being whimsical and serene. One of our favorite parts of the wedding was the way our family and friends all were able to stay on property at RT Lodge. It made the whole weekend very intimate and the celebration never had to end!
Photography: Meredith Benton Photography | Cinematography: Easton Film Co | Event Design: Rachelle Youd Designs | Floral Design: Rachelle Youd Designs | Wedding Dress: Monique Lhuillier | Cake: Blount County Bakery | Invitations: Rachelle Youd Designs | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Bella Bridesmaid | Catering: RT Lodge | Wedding Venue: RT Lodge | Beauty: Hair & Makeup by Abby Moore
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