A Summer Wedding in Lowcountry Under a Sprawling Live Oak Tree
The design for the day leaned heavily on light and neutral bases (tablecloths, chairs, seat cushions) to allow the florals to show off. The tented reception featured very light peach drapery, and the ceilings were adorned with gold lantern-style chandeliers and greenery.
Much like the wedding itself, the bride's gown was understated with an emphasis on floral design. The dress had a gorgeous sweetheart neckline, and the back was sheer with floral appliqué.
The bridesmaids wore varying styles from Jenny Yoo in the shade "English Rose", which again, complemented both the Lowcountry setting and design of the day perfectly.
The bride and groom each had a signature cocktail, a spicy watermelon margarita for her and a sazerac for him. Cocktail hour included a lovely selection of passed hors d'Oeuvres, and the plated dinner featured chicken, fish, and beef.
The couple chose a stunning Live Oak tree at Lowndes Grove under which to marry, and the tree was beautifully adorned with a stunning arrangement. Additionally, a lovely, grounded floral arch surrounded the couple during the ceremony. The reception tables, a mix of round and banquet style, included stunning gold flatware and dinnerware with gold accents. The tables were adorned with candles and floral arrangements that added an exquisite atmosphere to the reception tent.
The wedding cake had an understated elegance, with it being fully white and yet including sugar arrangements of flowers that matched those used on the bride's dress and within the arrangements.
The bride and groom buried a bottle of bourbon in the front lawn at Lowndes Grove and dug it up on the wedding day. True to tradition, the bottle of bourbon kept the rain away.
The bride surprised her mom with a mother-daughter dance at the reception -- the shock on the mother-of-the-bride's face was precious, and everyone there was in tears!
