South Carolina Roots Run Deep at This Intimate Lowcountry Wedding

The Planning
Design / Vibe / Vision
With deep roots in South Carolina, Katherine and Brock hosted an intimate wedding along the May River, cherishing the rare opportunity to gather loved ones in a place of profound familial and emotional significance. Their ceremony took place on the bluff overlooking the river marshland, where bursts of blue flowers adorned the pathway leading to the altar, as Lowcountry dolphins were spotted swimming in the distance.
Proposal Story
Contrary to traditional dating advice, Katherine didn’t even have to leave her house to meet Brock. While hosting a party with her roommates, one of them invited her coworkers, who happened to be men working in tech. That night, she met Brock. Over the years, Katherine has spent every summer visiting her family in Bluffton, South Carolina. As her relationship with Brock blossomed, so did their connection to this family property. The May River became a special place for them — it was where Katherine and Brock first said, “I love you.” They shared many heart-to-heart moments, including a memorable boat ride along the river where they discussed their future together. Despite Brock struggling to keep his nerves in check, he planned a dockside proposal to Katherine outside their favorite restaurant, followed by a beautiful family celebration afterward.
The Fashion
Wedding Gown
Katherine was radiant in a classic ballgown by Sareh Nouri, featuring modern floral applique along the off-the-shoulder neckline.
Groomsman Attire
Embracing the Southern tradition of wearing white after Easter, the groomsmen donned white dinner jackets, while Brock complemented his attire with Gucci Horsebit loafers.
The Details
Food & Drink
After a Southern arugula salad with candied pecans and tobacco onions, guests dined on a duo of beef tenderloin and crab cake, served alongside roasted corn succotash, garlic-whipped potatoes, and cognac-roasted shallot hollandaise.
Florals & Decor
Oysters, a regional delicacy, were creatively showcased through an artistic seating chart display adorned with shells and featured inlay at the front of the bar. Blue and white florals accentuated the outdoor elegance while leaving room for nature to speak. Freeform floral arrangements adorned the tent's wooden beams, creating a captivating ambiance under the glow of lanterns.
Wedding Cake
With Katherine holding her grandmother’s cake knife, the couple cut into their tiered wedding cake — a whimsical and multidimensional display accented with white flowers.
Readings, Ceremony Music, Reception Songs
A triumphant Gullah choir sang during their recessional and continued to delight guests throughout cocktail hour in the fields.
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Photography: Julia Wade Photography | Cinematography: Compass Films | Floral Design: Blossom Bay Design | Dress: Sareh Nouri | Cake: Vanilla and the Bean | Bride's Shoes: Emmy London | Bridesmaid Dresses: Amsale | Hair & Makeup: Silhouette on Site | Lighting: TEC | Band: Jump Street with East Coast Entertainment | Groom's Attire: H. Stockton | Transportation: Old Savannah Tours | Rentals: Amazing Event Rentals | Catering & Bar: Cru Catering | Rentals: Crush Event Design | Groom Shoes: Gucci | Linens: Luxe Linen | Dress Store: Mandi Jackson Bridal | Strings: Music By Pegge | Rentals: Snyder Events | Linens: Stradley Davidson Linen Collective | Gospel Choir: The Voices of El Shaddai