Georgia Weddings

There’s just something so special about getting married at your childhood home…and when fireworks go off just as you make it up to the alter, well, that’s just total and complete specialness. This sweet southern bride kept her day simple and elegant and really kept the focus on the love. Hurst Photo was on hand to capture all the fun and meaningful moments and trust me when I say, there were plenty. See it all right here.

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From the Bride… I am a Georgia peach, southern to the core, and so is my groom. I wanted that to be reflected in our wedding, but I wanted it to be fresh, fun and elegant all at the same time. Friends and family are very important to Tyler and me so our goal was to have a beautiful, special ceremony and a really great celebration of our love for our families and each other. What better place to have a southern wedding centered on families than at my family home on the Ogeechee River in Savannah.

As beautiful as the day was and as perfect as it is to MY eyes, we did have one little snafu. My dad is a generous, loving, fun, crazy kind of guy. As a surprise, he bought fireworks to set off as we were leaving the reception. There was a miscommunication with a wedding guest (who was asked to turn down the water on the fountain when we got to the altar), and he ended up setting off the fireworks right when we got to the altar. We had all of our bridal party there, we were ready to begin the ceremony and BOOM! — about two and a half minutes of fireworks behind the house. It was a truly special moment and is something about the day that I (and 100 other people) will never forget. The pictures are priceless.

My family’s home is what set the mood for the wedding, and it was a beautiful backdrop for our lovely ceremony. Our tent was elegant and our decorations were simple. The favors were small jam jars covered with fabric and a tag saying “Spread the Love.” The flowers added the most to the house, the tables and the cake. The wedding cake’s main decoration were beautiful flowers hand picked by our florist while the groom’s cake was from our alma mater, Georgia Southern University.

The toasts during the reception were also very heart felt and eloquent. My sister, the MOH and Tyler’s best man did a great job but the true star (again) was my dad. His speech was so wonderful I do not think there was a dry eye in the house. He started off by putting on a sideways Georgia Southern hat, sagging his tuxedo pants and saying “I thought I raised her right and then my daughter brings this guy home? What was she thinking?!” Then he discussed how six years later he could not imagine me with any other man.

Wedding Photography: Amanda Hurst of Hurst Photo / Wedding Venue: The Bride’s Family Home in Savannah, Georgia / Floral Design: Roger Peacock of Peacock’s on 37th / Rentals + Wedding Consulting: Erin Fountain of Classic Party Rentals / Food + Service: Bruce Ford of Magnolia Grill Catering / Wedding Cakes: Bakers Pride / Ceremony Harp: Anne Durant / Reception Music: Jeff Brown of All About You Entertainment / Get Away Car: Greg Rolf of Southern Comfort Limousine / Wedding Dress: Maggie Sottero via A Formal Occasion (770-591-5424) / Hair: Susan Renfro / Makeup: Tamra Honea

I am absolutely enamored with these two.  Their adorably coordinated outfits, personalized props, quirky sense of humor and playful love that BerryTree Photography captured so beautifully in their lakeside engagement session are totally crush-worthy.  The best photos are the ones that show off a couple’s awesome personality and complete adoration for one another which means that these images are a hit!  See them all in the full gallery!

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From BerryTree Photography… Erin and Kyle are “dream come true” clients for a photographer. You see, Erin is a photographer herself, so she fully understands that it’s the LITTLE details that all come together to make awesome photography. One: good light — we waited until we had a day with pretty light to shoot this session. Two: fun, personalized props — Erin brought the cute pillows and scrabble letters. I brought a vintage camera since I knew Erin was a photographer herself, and with the orange tulips for a pop of color, we were good to go! Three: a willing attitude — Erin and Kyle didn’t say no to anything! They didn’t say no when I asked them to stand up in a wobbly canoe in the middle of the lake, and I’m SO glad they didn’t say no when I had the crazy idea to make them roll down a hill at the end of the night! Because they were so willing, we got some fun and unique images that I know they will cherish forever!

Photography: BerryTree Photography / Location:  R-Ranch in the Mountains in Dahlonega, Georgia / Flowers: Publix / Vintage Camera: A Gift to the Photographer / Crate, Mason Jars, Orange Jar, + Scrabble Letters: From Thrift + Antique Stores / Canoe: R Ranch / Mr. & Mrs. Pillows + Quilt: A Classy Flea / Bow Tie: Tux & Tulle

This super awesome loft wedding by B. Moore Events is the perfect Atlanta celebration.  Urban and modern, romantic and whimsical, it captures the very essence of a contemporary, southern soiree.  Lucky + Lovely adorned the chic space with beautiful, berry-hued details, fun paper goods and charming floral arrangements in mismatched bottles taking this fresh fête to a whole new level of gorgeous!  Something Pretty Photography definitely captured all the pretty here! See it all in the full gallery!

And don’t miss this lovely film by Artworks Wedding Cinema!

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From the Bride… Not only are “Back to the Future” and “Sex and the City” our favorite movies, they are also an awesome description of Wayne and I. Classic, laid-back and conservative meets eclectic, modern, perfectionist! I knew that our wedding had to reflect our styles. After my idea of a dream wedding (eloping in Las Vegas) was vetoed, I knew I needed to find a venue that would match our art gallery theme and that would give our out-of-town guests a true feeling that they were in Atlanta. When I stepped into the modern, loft located two blocks from the Georgia Dome, I knew I had found our venue.

Melanie Hernquist with Lucky and Lovely transformed the loft into a sophisticated and vibrant gallery, including floral design, signage and personal photos of Wayne and me. After shooting my bridal shower pole dancing class, I was confidant Erin Brauer of Something Pretty Photography had the talent and creativity to capture our wedding perfectly. Shaundra Anderson with B. Moore Events did an outstanding job keeping my many vendors organized and keeping my inner bridezilla contained.

The day was exquisite — we started our first look photographs at the W Midtown. I still have butterflies reminiscing about the moment Wayne turned to see me for the first time in my wedding dress. Before the ceremony, we were able to sneak away for more pictures at one of our favorite places in Atlanta: Piedmont Park. I remain overwhelmed with love remembering all of our closet friends and family in one room to celebrate our romantic and intimate wedding ceremony. Following the ceremony, guests dined on butler-passed tapas, several stations prepared by Chef Mark at the Loft at Castleberry Hill and a decadent dessert bar courtesy of Highland Bakery. One of my favorite memories of the night was looking into Wayne’s eyes during our first dance to Chrisette Michele’s “Love is You” as he gently kissed my forehead. It’s amazing how I can still feel the warmth and love that surrounded us as I look at our wedding pictures — simply precious.

Wedding Photography: Something Pretty Photography / Wedding Venue: LOFT at Castleberry Hill in Atlanta, Georgia / Wedding Coordination: Shaundra Anderson of B. Moore Events / Decor: Lucky + Lovely / Wedding Cinematography: Artworks Wedding Cinema / Catering: LOFT at Castleberry Hill / Wedding Cake: Cakes by La’Meeka / Dessert Bar: Highland Bakery / Wedding Invitations: Sandi Spells Design / DJ: Fonix Entertainment / Band: Daysahead / Transportation: Atlantic Limousine & Transportation / Photo Booth: OMG Booth / Wedding Dress: Mori Lee

Set on a Thomasville plantation where three generations of the groom’s family had been married before, this darling celebration captured by Browne Photography is full of some of the most fabulous elegantly rustic details I’ve ever seen!  The feathers, antlers and cotton tucked into every bouquet, centerpiece and the phenomenal chandeliers add a chic, modern element to a classically beautiful day!  See it all in the full gallery!

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From Browne Photography… Ashley and Johnny had a gorgeous wedding at Rosemary Plantation just south of Thomasville, Georgia. They are the third generation of Johnny’s family to be married there. They married under a gorgeous oak tree with lanterns blowing in the breeze above them. Every detail was perfect and all the colors were so fresh for spring. 

Wedding Photography: Browne Photography / Wedding Venue: Rosemary Plantation, A Private Residence near Thomasville, Georgia / Floral + Event Design: James Bednar of The Season Flower Market (229-605-0077) / Band: Night Breeze Band / Wedding Dress: Casablanca Bridal

If there is one trend that we’ve probably seen the most of over the past few years it’s the explosion of unique and non-traditional venues popping up all over the place.  From farmhouses to souped-up smog shops, couples now have so many more options other than a banquet hall or a hotel ballroom.  The newest addition to the cool, creative spaces roster – The Variety Works – is right in Madison, GA.  Along with Tessa Rice Photography and Le Petit Jardin, they brought farmhouse chic to a whole new level in the gorgeous photo shoot.  I’ve been going gaga over every single detail all morning!  See them all in the full gallery!

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From Tessa Rice Photography… This is a new, super unique wedding/event venue in Madison, Georgia, and I was hired by the venue to take some property/detail images during their first full wedding. It is an old factory shop, built in the 1800s, that produced different metal products and has been beautifully restored to be used as an event facility. Madison is such a gorgeous little southern town with so much charm — I just swooned over every detail of the place while I was out there on this job.

Photography: Tessa Rice Photography / Venue: The Variety Works in Madison, Georgia / Floral Design: Le Petit Jardin

This wedding at The Chimneys at Big Canoe is big on classic Southern style sprinkled with a case of cabin fever. Brita Photography documented the DIY details to ensure we didn’t miss a single rustic twist on Northern Georgia tradition. From the cotton boutonnières to the tree trunk cake stand, this celebration keeps the outdoorsy charm coming in the full gallery!

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From Brita Photography… This amazing DIY wedding that was filled with beautiful, rustic details. From mason jars and vintage Coke decorations, wooden crates and burlap ribbon around the cake stand (made and cut from a tree), and elegant flower centerpieces, everything was beautifully created by the bride (along with help from her bridesmaids). The groomsmen wore green bow ties with shiny brown shoes, along with cotton boutonnieres. Their rustic wedding was completely Southern inspired. Christina and Brent are the bride and groom that every photographer dreams of working with. They were married at the most romantic location in North Georgia — the community of Big Canoe is filled with rolling hills, lakes and beautiful, big trees. The dogwood trees were blooming, the lakes were so calming and serene, and the mountains filled the horizon. It was the perfect day for Christina and Brent’s wedding! We started off in Goldfinch point and made our way around a lot of the community (all the roads of Big Canoe span over 200 miles…) to the marina. After their ceremony, we made our way down to Chimney’s for the reception, stopping along the way for romantic pictures under the blooming dogwood trees. The wedding reception in Chimney’s was so cozy and rustic, with burlap and DIY details. Complete with an amazing band, great food and drinks and King of Pops, the dance floor wasn’t empty once! It was definitely a celebration to remember.

Wedding Photography: Brita Photography / Reception: The Chimneys at Big Canoe in Big Canoe, Georgia / Event Planning: Talk of the Town Catering & Special Events / Floral Design: Artistic Flowers / Wedding Cake: Sweet Caroline’s Cakes / Band: Lucky Town / Wedding Dress: Watters / Shoes: Tory Burch / Makeup: Face of Makeup / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: LulaKate / Hand-Painted Maps: Natty Michelle Paperie

We’re wrapping up another pretty week here at SMP Georgia with this super sweet vintage photo shoot by Claudia McDade Photography. It seems you just can’t go wrong when you combine vintage finds with pretty farms and horses…add a bright twist with some lemons and brightly colored florals and you’ve got yourself one stunning shoot. Click here for even more!

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From Claudia McDade Photography… This photo shoot was collaboration between a numbers of very talented wedding vendors in the Atlanta area. The inspiration came from the bright colors of spring flowers and the vintage dresses we used for the shoot. We wanted to mix happy colors with a vintage touch in a rustic and relaxed setting. Everyone involved in this shoot has a very distinct style and offers something unique. The wedding dresses are a showcase of some of the new designs and accessories provided by Taylor Clarke Bridals, where they specialize in providing exclusive and unique heirloom/vintage dresses, They use the very best fabrics from around the world, their laces are hand finished and beaded in France. These dresses truly reflect the individual personality in every bride. Four Inch Fold Rentals provided the vintage decor — Mao (the owner) has an amazing variety of vintage decor and furniture collected from different places around the country. Parasol Vintage Clothing provided the bridesmaids’ dresses and groom’s outfit. The bridesmaids wore original lace vintage dresses from the ’50s. Makeup and hair was done by the talented and very professional Saj Von Mack, who provides expert makeup and hair services. Sabrina Roeback, who besides creating gorgeous custom stationery designs is also a phenomenal wedding planner, provided the beautiful stationary. Buckhead Bakehouse provided the cake. They make fine wedding and special occasion cakes. All cakes are hand-crafted from start to finish and personally customized.

Photography: Claudia McDade Photography / Location: A Barn in Alpharetta, Georgia / Stationery: Sabrina Roeback of Dreamaker Events / Wedding Cake: Buckhead Bakehouse / Vintage Rentals: Four Inch Fold / Wedding Dresses: Taylor Clarke Bridals / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Vintage via Parasol Vintage Clothing / Hair + Makeup: Saj Mack

Prepare to feast your eyes on this elegant Northern Georgia vineyard celebration shot by Artstar by Laura Stone.  Jewel-toned florals by Unique Floral Expressions set the stage for this pretty-as-can-be affair and personalized DIY touches (think chalkboard signage and custom UGA koozie favors) brought the event to life! And it doesn’t stop here…there plenty more images to sip on in the gallery!

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From the Bride… We searched many places and finally decided to look at venues further outside Atlanta, including vineyards in North Georgia. We had friends in California in the wine industry and had spent a lot of time at wineries while out west, even dreaming of owning a vineyard one day. Montaluce was the last place we visited after a long day. Driving up we were very excited — the neighborhood is modeled after the Italian countryside, and this was especially meaningful because we knew we were going to Italy for our honeymoon. We knew from the second we saw the setting and the buildings and tasted the food, especially the white chocolate cauliflower soup, that we could not go anywhere else.

All of the special touches were the DIY ideas and the things that really spoke to our personalities and our relationship. Little things like the music while people were being seated — it was not the traditional pieces you think of. We chose some of our favorite music that would make people think of us — Jimmy Buffet, Dave Mathews, etc. We tried to keep things in perspective and to think outside the box. All of our invitations were designed and made by us. I also made several chalk boards with pictures frames to add some special touches here and there (“Please sign our guest book,” plus His and Hers favorite drinks for our guests to order). The band was one we found while out one night. They played great music and kept the crowd energetic and going. One of our favorite things we did was to take dance lessons prior to the wedding. It was great time to spend together, let loose and relax from the busy times. We danced to Van Morrison’s “Moondance.” We really tried to keep things real and stay true to what we liked and what we though were important to us! We look back and think about all that we did ourselves and are most proud of those things and think the time was well worth it! It makes these little things feel so special!

From the Groom… The whole day is pretty unforgettable, but there are a couple of moments that stand out. The first was our “reveal,” the time we got to see each other before the ceremony, so we could get some crying, kissing, photos — and supposedly some jitters — out of the way. I had not seen Krissy all day and was so excited to see my best friend, laugh a little, take some stupid photos, and then was like… hell yeah we got this. The second most vivid moment was few moments we kinda got to spend alone the rest of the night. We had just said our vows, walked the aisle, and then Montaluce staff put us on a golf cart and drove us out into the vineyard while our friends and family went back to the vineyard for appetizers and cocktails. Those few minutes, alone, in the vines, just being done — it was awesome. I will never forget holding her in her wedding dress, I just wanted to drive off and leave with her. There are also the infinite moments you have with all of your friends and family together for probably the first time in forever — both families enjoying time together.

Our wedding favors were koozies – UGA koozies to celebrate with our other UGA fan friends and to force upon our friends who favor other SEC schools! It’s fun seeing them in use when we hang out. We also LOVED this idea we came up with — we made “Farewell Gifts” instead of “Welcome Gifts” because everyone was traveling, but we had no dedicated place where people were staying. We had the valet put a “Farewell Bag” in every car he parked, so the guests found it sitting in their car when they got in it to leave later that night. The bags were filled with water bottles (with custom Mike and Krissy wedding labels we made ourselves), some snack packets, cookies, and aspirin. And a little handmade thank you note tied to the handle.

Wedding Photography: Artstar by Laura Stone / Wedding Venue: Monteluce Winery and Estates in Dahlonega, Georgia / Floral Design: Unique Floral Expressions / Event Design + Planning: DIY / Wedding Day Coordination: Wonderful Events and Celebrations / Wedding Invitations: DIY / Wedding Cake + Desserts: Frosted Pumpkin Gourmet, Inc. / Wedding Dress: Essense of Australia / Bride’s Earrings: Borrowed from a Friend / Bride’s Necklace: From Her Mother-in-Law / One of Bride’s Rings: From Her Maternal Grandmother / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Bill Levkoff

When the lovely bride to be’s mother found a wedding shot by Docuvitae Photography, they had already hired a different photographer. But the bride took one look at the art Docuvitae produces on a daily basis and called the team, asking them to come all the way across the country to capture her big day. Now, we may be biased, but I’m of the mind that she made the absolute right decision. The elated emotions, the sweet ambiance, the gorgeous South Carolina Inn, and so much more, were all captured in a way no one – no one – but Docuvitae could have done.

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Looking back on our wedding, I realize that I was that bride that had never tapped into the well of obsessions over all things bridal that exists within myself. I thought that I would be the most laid back and nonchalant bride ever. Not the case. I cared about every, single, detail and decision made. My mother and I were like two Tasmanian devils whirling around for a year planning this wedding and pouring over wedding images on Style Me Pretty. We loved every minute and thoroughly enjoyed the process as a creative outlet.

Pierce and I both grew up in Savannah, Georgia and both attended the University of Georgia. We started dating the second week of my freshman year of college and have now been together for eight years. I have always envisioned getting married at Palmetto Bluff. My parents have been taking weekend trips there for the past several years and it is the dreamiest place- a real life Pleasantville. Since it is only 30 minutes outside Savannah, it was the perfect semi-destination location and a nice getaway for our guests.

We couldn’t have picked better vendors, some local and others from different parts of the country. Mollie Stone made our cake and is the godmother of one of my closest friends, so I have been eating her pound cake for years. It was vanilla almond flavored and not only delicious, but beautiful. Mr. Boddington made our save-the-dates, invitations, bridesmaids luncheon invites, and thank you notes. Their style is fabulously quirky and I fell in love with their unique fonts and wallpapers. For the décor, I wanted a very natural and understated look to fit the setting. We used a natural linen for the table cloths and a mixture of ranunculus and garden roses for the bouquets, boutonnieres, and table arrangements, mixing in succulents and lavender throughout the ballroom. Our wedding planner at Palmetto Bluff, Kelli Corn, was made of magic. She coordinated all of the details and our requests so effortlessly.

I found my Vera Wang dress at BleuBelle Bridal Salon in Savannah my first round of looking. I loved how beautifully made the dress was and it fit my style perfectly, simple and tailored, but with a twist. When deciding on accessories, I knew that I wanted pieces that I would want to wear again and again. I got my Isabel Marant earrings as a gift the previous Christmas and snagged my Valentino sandals seriously on sale! I have a soft spot in my heart for anything with studs.

As soon as I spotted Docuvitae’s work on Style Me Pretty, I knew that we had to hire them. Our photographer, Eric from Docuvitae, was amazing to work with. Along with digital, we chose to include film to get that grainy, romantic quality that vintage cameras give. It was so cool to see Eric use several different types of vintage cameras throughout the night. He never told us to do anything we wouldn’t normally do ourselves. As a result, every photo is natural and captures a brief but sweet moment that depicts the excitement and love we were all feeling that day.

I started out the day exactly how I wanted, relaxing with my friends and family and doing yoga with my favorite yoga teacher, sister, and new sisters-in-law. The weather was dramatically overcast and windy, making for some beautiful pictures. Our ceremony was held in the Waterside Chapel, overlooking the May River as the sun began to set. Cocktail hour was on the lawn next to the chapel where we passed hors d’oeurves. Some of the favorites were mini crab cakes, beef carpaccio on toast, and smoked salmon mousse on parmesan crisps. We had the reception in the ballroom of The Inn, where we had stations of paella, charcuterie and salads, and beef tenderloin with sweet potato gratin. Not wanting to end the night early, we had a late night DJ party in the wine cellar downstairs in The Inn. This was a major hit with all of our friends!

There is nothing Pierce or I would change about our wedding day. We were in such a beautiful setting and surrounded by all of the people we love. I just wish we could do it all over again!

Photography: Eric Giovon and Ginna Richards of Docuvitae Photography / Ceremony and Reception Venue: The Inn at Palmetto Bluff / Wedding Coordination + Design: Kelli Corn, Wedding Design Studio of The Inn at Palmetto Bluff /  Event Design: Sebrell Smith, Sebrell Smith Designer Events / Harpist: Phyllis Mauney, Hilton Head Entertainment / Choir: Hallelujah Singers / Lighting: Stage Presence Equipment Rentals / Linens: La Tavola Linen / Rentals: Snyder Event Rentals / Bakery: Mollie Stone Bakery / Band: Atlanta Rhythm and Groove / Transportation: Old Towne Trolleys / Stationery: Mr. Boddington Studio / Dress: Vera Wang from BleuBelle Bridal Salon / Shoes: Valentino / Earrings: Isabel Marant / Make-Up: Lauren of Glow MedSpa

Prepare yourself for a moment of “wow.” I am head over heels with the tasteful southern charisma of this wedding. Kelly Sauer truly did an incredible job in capturing the delicate pastel colors and romantic setting of the day. And how about those floral arrangements!? I am oh-so impressed that the bride designed them herself! Stuck with Georgia on your mind? (Me too!) Click here for more.

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From Kelly Sauer… Anne and Evan met in a near-bachelorette setting, with Anne and her girlfriend as the bachelorettes. Evan, a quintessential Southern gentleman, stood out to Anne immediately, and they began dating. When Evan finally proposed with a gorgeous aquamarine in a vintage setting, Anne said YES. Neither could imagine being with anyone else. She makes him laugh; he made her fall in love — it was the way a love story should be written. Anne, a SCAD graduate who came back to Savannah to work at her alma mater, made all of her florals by hand – bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces. She sewed a hand-embroidered patch (in blue!) into her lace gown and wore her great-great-great grandmother’s necklace on her wedding day — a fourth-generation tradition. She shared a sweet phone call with her grandma in New Jersey (who wasn’t able to attend for health reasons). After a sweet first look with her father (a Southern Weddings idea!), she and her sister met her groom at Reynolds Square in downtown Savannah, just outside of The Olde Pink House. A short and beautiful ceremony later, they moved on to their brunch reception upstairs in The Olde Pink House. Their guests were treated to coffee and sticky buns before the brunch opened with biscuits and jam, muffins, chocolate donuts, fresh fruit, an omelet bar and open refreshments. Anne used old wine boxes and vintage tubs to create an elegant vintage setting for the food. The handmade cake topper, made by Anne’s sister, was used on one of twelve or so small cakes in three different flavors. Spring-colored M&Ms in classic crystal accented the cake table. The ballroom in the Olde Pink House provided the perfect vintage backdrop for dancing, with a balcony getaway for a taste of the gorgeous spring day. Evan’s grandmother, who attended with a perfectly proper Southern straw hat, even broke it down on the dance floor before the reception ended. It was a perfectly beautiful, perfectly Southern wedding — simple, sweet, and so very personal.

Wedding Photographer: Kelly Sauer Ltd. Co. for The Girl in the White Dress / Reception + Catering: The Olde Pink House in Savannah, Georgia (biancasophevents@bellsouth.net) / Floral Design: DIY by the Bride, Anne Howard / Wedding Invitation Design: Kay Wolfersperger / Wedding Cake: Publix / Cake Topper: DIY by the Bride’s Sister / Wedding Dress: Anjolique / Bride’s Shoes: Badgley Mischka / Tuxedo + Men’s Attire: Hugo Boss

I absolutely adore this couple’s country chic style.  It’s perfect for a sweet Southern engagement session at Walnut Hill Farm all of which was captured so beautiful by Soli Photography.  But more than their stylish Southern charm I am in love with their love story.  Their May wedding is sure to be one full of heartwarming moments and happiness!  And, of course, gorgeous details!  We can’t wait to see it!  Until then make sure you check out their entire engagement in the full gallery!

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From the Bride-to-Be… My fiance and I met about three months before he was leaving for bootcamp. We enjoyed what we could of spring before he left and continued to develop a strong passion for one another. When Andrew left I felt as if a piece of my heart was missing, but we made it through. Graduation and airborne school came and went, and Andrew proposed to me during our Florida vacation. A week later, Andrew received orders to Alaska and then to Afghanistan. Andrew’s assurance and God’s peace helped us through the year-long deployment. Four years later, Andrew is out of active duty, and I am finally getting married to the love of my life on May 26th, 2012 at Walnut Hill Farm. This day could not have come sooner. I cannot wait to start a life of love and happiness with Andrew. God’s blessings are absolutely unending. 

Photography: Soli Photography / Location: Walnut Hill Farm in Dalton, Georgia / Hair + Makeup: Rhonda Thurman of Graphics

Barnsley Gardens Resort is setting the stage this morning for the beautiful wedding of two lovebirds, and I have a feeling you’ll be thanking LibbyPhoto by the end of this post for bringing us so much pretty. Ashley Baber Weddings made sure every little detail was covered making for a beautiful day for two beautiful people –  and you can see more of this pretty party in the full gallery of images!

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From the Groom… I knew that I loved Laurine the night she approached me through a crowd to introduce herself. Although we didn’t start dating officially for 4 months, I knew I wanted to be with her, and very soon after we started dating, I knew I was going to marry her. I have a bit of a traditional streak within me, so I wanted to ask Laurine’s father for his blessing before I “officially” asked her to marry me. The challenge with that was he literally lives on the other side of the planet in Taipei, Taiwan! So I began the process of planning a trip to Taiwan to meet the man who would become my BaBa. I found the ring design and began THAT process, which is it’s own special challenge. Laurine is quite picky, so prayer was the key. I trusted Spirit to lead me to the perfect ring for her, and it did! I then made the trip to Taiwan, and met my new family-to-be. My BaBa to be (seemed) to avoid me for almost the whole time I was there, and finally two nights before I left, he made time to have a conversation with me. I am not sure if it was so much of a conversation as an inquisition, which lasted for an hour and a half and was quite intense. But in the end I was given his blessing. My Love for Laurine is unwavering, so I knew nothing was going to stand in the way. No obstacles, just opportunities!

I had been carrying the ring around in my pocket for a week, and I wanted the right opportunity to ask her to marry me! I felt pressured with time, and now it was my last day in Taiwan. Before we went out to spend some time in Taipei, I asked Spirit to show me the right and perfect place to ask her to be my wife. We were at the Chang Hei Shek memorial hall having a conversation sitting on the grass under a tree. She was worried that the time I had spent with BaBa was too much for me and that maybe I was having second thoughts. I told of course I wasn’t and she asked if I loved her. I said yes, and asked her if she really needed to know that I loved her. She said yes, and then I asked her again, and she replied louder with another yes this time. I asked her once more, and she practically screamed at me YES! I then dropped to my knee, pulled out the ring and asked her to marry me. She said “Oh my God, are you asking me right now?!” I replied yes, and then she said “Yes, I will marry you! ” Then came the real challenge. Planning a multi-continental wedding in two months. We had family coming from China, Taiwan and Los Angeles! The first few weeks were a lot of fun actually, and then it became stressful. We had Ashley Baber from Ashley Baber weddings as the lead, but we still did a lot. Ashley did an amazing job and was so wonderful on the wedding day that I just can’t say how thankful I am for her. I did a lot of the planning and negotiating personally, which was fun. I think that if the IT thing doesn’t work out I can be a wedding planner (not really).

From the Bride… How do I even begin to describe Scott and our relationship?! We have great connections, wonderful and authentic communications. He is one I know I will learn and grow with; one has the determination and capability to overcome hardships and create an extraordinary life with me; one who makes my heart swell with love, happiness, innocence, butterflies and laughter; one who Sees me, challenges me to evolve and inspires me to love! I feel grounded, supported, special and very loved when I’m with him. The way Scott treats me and our relationship has made me believing in true love again! My heart is filled with gratitude for the universe to have brought Scott into my life. I am very happy, excited, and grateful to have found such a wonderful partner to be walking the path and spending the rest of my life with! : )

Wedding Photography: LibbyPhoto / Wedding Venue + Catering: Barnsley Gardens Resort in Atlanta, Georgia / Wedding Planning: Ashley Baber of Ashley Baber Weddings / Floral Design: Twelve / Wedding Invitations: Paper Daisies Stationery / Wedding Cake: Baker’s Man Inc. / Music: Lou Guzzo of Spectrum Entertainment / Wedding Dress: Sophia (A Wedding Dress Store in Taipei, Taiwan) / Hair + Makeup: The Moore Agency / Groom’s Suit: Hugo Boss

Hot boiled peanuts and cider have never looked so lovely and inviting. But then, Melanie Hernquist of Lucky + Lovely has a way of crafting the prettiest of affairs with a big ol’ dose of personality. Everything about this shindig is Southern in the best, “butter my butt and call me a biscuit” way. See if you can find that sassy quote tucked away in all the wonderment that is CWF Photography’s images. It’s all sitting pretty right here!

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From CWF Photography… Carly and Richard celebrated their love with family and friends at a gorgeous farm wedding in North Georgia. Carly knew exactly what she wanted : A chic Southern wedding, complete with fried chicken, bow ties, and her favorite snack: hot boiled peanuts. Carly’s family owns a beautiful property, complete with horses, chickens and a main house that looks like its out of the pages of Southern Living. Carly included only the best vendors to make her childhood wedding day dreams come true. The details of the day were perfect, down to the biscuit in a bag favors, boiled peanut snacks topped with paper bow ties, glass-bottled beverages, cotton bow-ties, and a chandelier entry way to the porta-potties! It was filled with pure southern love!

From the Bride… We dreamed our big day would be fun and relaxing with all the southern comforts of home from boiled peanuts and sweet tea to fried chicken, black-eyed peas, collards, whipped potatoes and pies for dessert! It was an easy decision to have the wedding at my parent’s farm just NE of Atlanta. It was the ideal spot for our both our families and friends to come share this special time with us. It was wonderful, and the weather couldn’t have been better!

Wedding Photography: CWF Photography / Wedding Venue: The Bride’s Family Home in Homer, Georgia / Event Styling + Floral Design: Melanie Hernquist of Lucky + Lovely / Wedding Director: Laura Phillips of First Redeemer Church in Cumming, Georgia (678-513-9400) / Officiant: Alfred Burgess of Cross Pointe Church in Duluth, Georgia (678-812-4500) / Catering: Country Commerce Cafe and Catering (706-335-4375) / Wedding Cake: Carrie Johnson of Signature Swirl / Reception Managers: Jill Busenlehner + Helen Allen (770-900-9236) / Gold Chiavari Chairs: La Belle Rental / Blue Napkins: DIY by Carson Stratton, Sister of the Bride / Tent, Tables, Linens, Silver + Chafing Dishes: Barrons Rental Center / DJ: Patrick Wood (706-768-0339) / 1930 A Model Get Away Car: Billy Joe Cotton / Wedding Dress: Wtoo via Formally Yours / Bridesmaids Dresses: Adrianna Papell via Nordstrom / Hair: Penny McMahan of Tangles (706-677-1555) / Rehearsal Dinner: Burns-Telford House in Maysville, Georgia

Not only is this bride totally gorgeous, but she’s got a gigantic heart as well. She dedicated an enormous display of sixty five roses at her wedding ceremony to all those, including herself, who battle cystic fibrosis. I’m totally loving this sweet gesture and I’m also loving the pretty, pretty palette that Laura Birney Events pulled together and executed perfectly. This garden wedding is filled with such beautiful blooms that I’m sure Amy Arrington had a complete blast capturing each and every gorgeous bloom by Design House Weddings & Events. Click here for more.

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From Laura of Laura Birney Events… Marissa and Matt are a story of true love that was years in the making. They met in school and were close friends throughout middle and high school. They lost touch during the college years but were brought back together by chance at a friend’s wedding years later. This time around they weren’t just friends — things had changed, and they realized how much they truly loved each other. Matt surprised Marissa one day with a hot air balloon ride over the middle school where they had first met and asked her to marry him. Marissa is a beautiful and strong woman with a story of her own. She has cystic fibrosis and is a big advocate for awareness about her disease. She included a very special arrangement of flowers at her wedding in honor of those fighting the disease and in memory of those who have lost their battle. The stunning arrangement was of 65 purple, pink and peach roses. “65 roses” is what some children with cystic fibrosis call their disease because it’s easier for them to pronounce. The rose, appropriately the accent symbol of love, has become the symbol of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

Their ceremony, cocktail hour and reception took place at Legacy Pointe, a lakeside venue at Lake Lanier Islands Resort in Buford, Georgia. Marissa chose shades of purple and gray with accents in ivory for their color palette. The ceremony’s garden-like feel was created using beautiful blooms of hydrangea, garden roses, sweet pea, lilac, trachelium, muscari and hanging amaranthus. Shepherds’ hooks covered in ivy with hanging mason jars of flowers lined the cobblestone aisle. They were married beneath a wooden arbor that had lush arrangements of hydrangea on either side of the altar. The reception was held in an outdoor tent that was transformed into a romantic and intimate space. Marissa and Matt got a sneak peek of the room before the reception started and their photographer captured the moment. Their reaction was priceless. It was so fun to see the excitement in their faces!

The guests enjoyed the evening complete with an amazing band, great food, delicious cake and even a DIY photo booth. The photo booth had a pretty ribbon backdrop in the wedding colors, and there were props galore. The guests loved it! I made sure I got in there myself to grab a picture with Marissa — such a great keepsake. There were other fun details as well, such as the couple’s guestbook. It was an almanac of the US, and they asked their guests to put a “hart” (a pun for their last name) on their favorite city and tell them why they should visit. So creative! The entire day was amazing from start to finish, and Marissa and Matt have a beautiful life ahead of them, surrounded by their amazing families and friends. I was so honored to be a part of their special day and will treasure the memories forever.

Wedding Photography: Amy Arrington Photography / Wedding Venue: Legacy Pointe at Lake Lanier Islands Resort in Buford, Georgia / Wedding Planning: Laura Birney Events / Floral Design + Decor: Design House Weddings & Events / Wedding Cake: Frosted Pumpkin / Wedding Programs: Interprintations / Drapery: Geri Sims / Linens: Cover Ups / Photo Booth + Chair Signs: Laura Birney Events / Ceremony Musicians: Amadeus String Ensemble / Band: GLOW / Wedding Dress: Mori Lee / Hair + Makeup: Salon 124 / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Bill Levkoff

What do you get when you mix out of this world gorgeous florals by Amy Osaba Event.Floral.Design and the crazy talented eye of Carla Gates Photography? Give up? You get a beyond romantic, totally flirty, feminine, and utterly swoon worthy wedding, just like this one. We’re super excited to share this and know that you’ll absolutely fall in love with each and every detail and then some. Click here for even more.

Watch this gorgeous film by Artworks Wedding Cinema to see this beauty come to life!

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From Carla Gates Photography… Tracey and Brian’s wedding day was simply divine! Not only are these two incredibly sweet together, but they also both have such wonderful families that are so full of love. It is truly a blessing to be around! Having chosen the Georgian Terrace as their venue, as well as a team of fantastically creative and talented individuals to add to the alreadythorough planning done by Tracey and her mom, I knew it would be a dream to shoot! As you will see, the floral designs done by Amy Osaba were to die for and the cake was positively gorgeous! They had Amanda Keller as their wonderful day-of planner (I can’t recommend this enough!) and a fantastic team from The Georgian Terrace that did an amazing job not only putting it all together, but helping us throughout the day! As a cherry on top, A-town A-list provided incredible music and entertainment for what was one of the best parties I have ever seen! It was such a pleasure to take part in such a special day for these two!

From the Bride… After our engagement, Brian and I initially started planning a small destination wedding. Right before we were going to put down a deposit at a venue, a friend of mine told me that she would never forget the feeling she had when the church doors opened at her wedding and she was surrounded by all the people she loved. That description stuck with me, and ultimately Brian and I decided we wanted to share our wedding day with all of our closest friends and family. In keeping with the initial vision, my mom and I set off to plan an “in-town” destination wedding weekend in our hometown of Atlanta, Georgia. We chose to have all of the wedding events – luncheons, welcome party, ceremony, and reception — on one block of Peachtree Street in midtown Atlanta. We wanted our guests to be able to enjoy all of the great food, attractions and night-life that Atlanta has to offer … without having to fight Atlanta traffic! We also incorporated the Atlanta city skyline into the design of our wedding stationery, including the table numbers that were replicas of notable Atlanta buildings and landmarks.

The wedding reception was held at The Georgian Terrace Hotel, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Brian and I loved the mix of classic architecture and modern interior design. I did not want to feel tied to a strict color scheme, so we chose bridesmaids’ dresses in a light petal pink that allowed us to use a cheerful palette of bright sherbet colors combined with mixed metallics for our flowers, linens, and paper details. Before the wedding, we said that all the hard work we put into planning would be worth it if our guests stayed on the dance floor until the band played their last song … and they did!  The neon sunglasses we gave out were a huge hit with our guests and really helped to get the party started. Throughout the year of planning, I worked closely with my mom, our floral team and the event coordinators at The Georgian Terrace. It was truly a group effort! Our photographer was one of my favorites who also happens to be a high school friend of mine, and we could not be happier with how she captured all of the special moments we remember from that day.  The entire weekend was magical, and the reception was a blast for us and our guests. We loved every minute of it!

Wedding Photography: Carla Gates Photography / Ceremony: Lutheran Church of the Redeemer in Atlanta, Georgia / Reception + Catering: Georgian Terrace Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia / Venue Event Coordination: Dana Kicklighter, Hannah Bradley + Ashley Dulgarian / Wedding Day Coordination: Amanda Keller / Floral Design + Decor: Amy Osaba Event.Floral.Design / Wedding Cinematography: Artworks Wedding Cinema / Wedding Cake: Frosted Pumpkin Gourmet, Inc. / Wedding Invitations + Paper Goods: Erica Loesing / Linens: La Tavola / Band: A-town A-list / Wedding Dress: Melissa Sweet for Priscilla of Boston (Now Closed) / Bride’s Shoes: BHLDN / Bride’s Hair + Makeup: Raney O’Keefe / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Melissa Sweet for Priscilla of Boston (Now Closed) / Bridesmaids’ Shoes: Badgley Mischka / Bridesmaids’ Hair: Lisa Dale of Studio Philisa

First things first, I am OBSESSED (all caps) with the Sue Wong frock this Bride-to-be is rocking. It’s peacock perfection – which is fitting since their upcoming wedding designed by B. Moore Events just happens to be themed around exactly that, peacock. Of course every image captured in this stylish session by Scobey Photography is just as frame-worthy as they come – and you can see it all in the full gallery of images!

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This was a fun engagement shoot done by Scobey Photography. The couple has a peacock theme for their wedding day, so the bride’s dress seemed only fitting! :)

Photography: Scobey Photography / Location: Atlanta, Georgia / Planning + Design: B. Moore Events / Bride’s Feathered Dress: Sue Wong

There’s been a bit of a bold color moment happening recently and personally I don’t want to see the end of this trend.  Pops of bright pinks, yellows and greens have been bursting all over the wedding and fashion scene specifically paired with neutral hues.  It’s the perfect way to celebrate a spring or summer soiree and this team of talented Georgia vendors like Scobey Photography and ellyB Events have put together some awesome inspiration for a colorfully creative wedding that I just adore!  The full gallery is a must see to get your neon fix!

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From Chantel + Doriann of ellyB Events… The beginning inspiration for this styled photo shoot came from the changing of seasons from winter to spring, and creating a fresh and playful look that evokes the feeling of springtime. The bright colors we used — coral, pink, mustard yellow and linen beige — give you such a happy and warm feeling and were used throughout the fresh blooms and decor. The venue, 550 Trackside, provided the perfect atmosphere and backdrop to balance out the bright and cheery hues with a cool-toned, natural and rustic feel. With the overall style of this shoot, we wanted to focus on the use of simple elements to create a beautiful and inviting atmosphere that is easy for any bride to recreate for her own wedding.

Photography: Scobey Photography / Venue: 550 Trackside in Lawrenceville, Georgia / Styling + Design: Chantel + Doriann of ellyB Events / Floral Design: Stylish Stems / Invitation + Menu Design: Chantel of ellyB Events / Cupcakes: Aria Ramos of Cake Baby Cupcakes / Table & Napkin Linens: Classic Party Rentals

Goodness gracious, we love a good ballroom wedding. And a ballroom wedding overflowing with understated southern style? That’s an instant winner in our books. The Studio B Photography is prettying up our computer screens with such a soiree today and we couldn’t be more delighted. The pretty doesn’t have to stop here though – there’s more southern style to soak up in the full gallery of images!

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From Rebecca of The Studio B Photography… There’s something special about a well-decorated, elegant ballroom wedding. It is so classically beautiful you can’t help but love it! Such is the case with Kate and Erik’s wedding, which took place at the historic and gorgeous Georgian Terrace in Atlanta. Meticulously styled by Jade Lee of Lovelee Affairs, the focal point of the wedding was the stunning estate table that sat the bride, groom and their bridal party. The decor was highlighted by the historic architectural detail of the Georgian Terrace, sky-high centerpieces and a beautiful cake made to mimic the soft, ruffled fabric of bride’s dress. Kate and Erik made time after their ceremony to swing by their midtown condo and take a few photos with their beloved Golden Retriever, Jackson. Jackson donned a black bow tie for the occasion and grinned happily as he posed for photos with his mom and dad. The wedding guests danced all night to the tunes of The Flavor Band and donned hats from The Varsity as a late night snack was delivered.

Wedding Photography: The Studio B Photography / Ceremony: First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta in Atlanta, Georgia / Reception: The Georgian Terrace in Atlanta, Georgia / Wedding Coordination + Styling: Jade Lee of Lovelee Affairs / Floral Design: Lovelee Affairs / Wedding Cinematography: James Futch / Wedding Cake: Sweet Sensations / Late Night Snack: The Varsity / Wedding Stationery: Paper Daisies Stationery / Band: Flavor Big Band / Event Rentals: Event Rentals Unlimited / Linens: I Do Linens / Transportation: Georgia Trolley Services / Wedding Dress: Kelly’s Closet / Bride’s Shoes: Badgley Mischka / Bride’s Hair + Makeup: Van Michael Salon

I’m just going to start off this pretty little post by telling you that this stunning bride and groom are seriously BEYOND AWESOME. (Yep, beyond awesome in an all caps kind of way.)  Not only are they self-described “silly” people, but their wedding was filled.to.the.brim with so much loveliness, it’s almost hard to believe it’s true.  I’m talking pumpkins, DIY details and a reading from “The Wonder Years.” Amazing, no?!?  Thankfully, (once like a spark) photography captured all of the downright cuteness and there’s an entire gallery just waiting to be loved, loved, loved.  Join me there for more.

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And a sweet film from Rodinis Films to wrap up the day…

From the Bride… Ted and I are silly. We do silly dances and wear lazy pants. We eat too many cookies, we like old timey stuff, and we have a merry group of weirdo friends. We wanted our wedding to be a reflection of all of these things, including our really good hairdos.

On October 8th 2011, it all came together. We believe with all our hearts that the perfect fall weather was a gift from our dads, who both sadly passed away many moons before we even met. But thanks to them, the sun was perfect as my nine-year-old nephew walked me down an aisle lined with pumpkins, mums and hay bales, all of which Ted and his best men set up two hours before putting on their fancy suits. Our tiny friend with a mega voice sang “Wouldn’t It Be Nice” by the Beach Boys as my dress swished back and forth like a bell. I joined Ted under a trellis where our dear friend Bronkar (who is married to the tiny friend with a mega voice) married us in his first ceremony since becoming the world’s only ordained beat-boxing minister. My friend Karen read an excerpt from “The Wonder Years” while Ted’s friend Joe read a rousing rendition of “Thunder Road” by the one and only Bruce Springsteen. And just before our vows, we made our congregation stand and do a silly dance with us to lighten the mood just in case things got serious. And then it happened — we were pronounced husband and wife. And then we kissed and hugged and cried and got the dickens knocked out of us with birdseed.

We rented out a super neat restaurant called Parish for the reception. And we decorated the place ourselves. The tables were filled with sunflowers, daisies, mums, pumpkins and tiny green army men. We served a Southern menu that included fried chicken and a mac and cheese bar. We had a couples dance for all of our recently wed friends. The same nephew who walked me down the aisle gave an amazing speech that included the real reason he loves me: I am his personal homework help line. Ted sang with all his might. Bronkar and his wife serenaded us with song. We gave away favors of Little Debbies and balsa wood airplanes. And then at 2 a.m., the party was over, and our faces hurt from smiling so hard. Nothing quite captures the day like our lovely film from the wonderfully bearded Ryan Rodinis.

Wedding Photography: Carla of (once like a spark) photography / Ceremony: Winn Park in Atlanta, Georgia / Reception + Catering: Parish Food & Goods in Atlanta, Georgia / Day-Of Coordination: Mandy of Ashley Baber Weddings / Bouquets: One Rose Florist & Gifts / Officiant: Bronkar Lee / Wedding Cinematography: Ryan Rodinis of Rodinis Films / Wedding Invitations: DIY by the Groom / Ceremony Music: Cyndi Harvell Lee / Wedding Dress: Custom by Chaviano Couture / Bride’s Hair Accessory + Shoes: BHLDN / Hair + Makeup: Raney O’Keefe / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: J.Crew + Stop Staring / Groom’s Suit: Brooks Brothers / Wedding Website: Wedding JoJo

If I were to go on a tangent listing all the reasons why this wedding captured by Melissa Schollaert Photography is just be-YOND, this intro would take up the entire SMP front page. No lie. It’s why I can’t even start, because the minute I listed my favorite detail crafted by this oh so talented interior designer Bride, I would then be forced to list another. So instead, my lovelies, my Pinterest account is going to be overflowing with every.single.image in the full gallery, and I will be hanging out in the comments all morning to see what you love most. Because, trust me with all your wedding-loving heart, you are going to LOVE this wedding.

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From Melissa of Melissa Schollaert Photography… Lisa is an interior designer, and her modern and elegant style really showed through in her wedding design. A fresh green, gray and white palette was just enough modern elegance to contrast nicely with the old, historic King Plow Arts Center. Her modern signage by Hi Note and all-white, textured cake by Frosted Pumpkin really stood out against the rough, brick walls of the building. Their food really reflected both the bride’s and groom’s roots — Southern specialties such as biscuits, macaroni & cheese and fried green tomatoes showcased the bride’s roots, while Latin specialties such as asada flank steak and Spanish rice highlighted the groom’s heritage. The couple really got creative when it came to the reception — the head table was decorated with thousands of white hydrangeas that spilled of of the table and on to the floor. The bride’s Dad engineered an entire cable system that was attached to the ceiling structure above the dance floor and held hundreds of small terrariums filled with candles and fresh orchids. Everything was just so fresh and so fun, just like the couple!

From the Bride…Nelson and I met the summer of 2008 at a party I threw at my house and we were introduced by a friend of Nelson’s – we hit it off instantly. We had summer of dinner dates, fun nights out dancing and a lot of good laughs. I fell for Nelson immediately for his sense of humor and outgoing personality. We really became best friends – I think the mutual love, trust, and respect for each other is what got us through rough times and made the good times so special. We bought a fixer upper house together in 2011 and we put our blood sweat and in tears into transforming the old house into our home. Two months after our purchase Nelson proposed to me in our new kitchen, a memory we will cherish forever.

The planning of the wedding came quite naturally and developed in an organic way. Being that Nelson and I were both born and raised in Atlanta, we wanted our city to play a major role in the theme. We chose King Plow Arts Center for several reasons, one because of the history of the building , and two because it had such a unique look and feel to the space. I instantly had a vision of bringing together a simple modern look and a classic vintage feel. Most importantly we wanted the design of the wedding to be “us”.  Nelson and I decided on nearly every detail together and it was a very fun experience for us – our goal was simple we wanted our guests to have the time of their life and to create a memory for them through the event.  Through the amazing vendors we pulled together and the help and support of family and friends it came together just as we had imagined.

I have to take a moment to discuss where everything came from and who worked the magic behind the key design details of our wedding. While I drew on my interior design background to come up with all the schematics and design the event, it would have been nothing without my family – especially my amazingly talented mom. She is a fabulous florist in Madison, GA and has been hugely successful in her venture there and the weddings she has done etc – but of course this wedding was different. Because it was her youngest daughter’s wedding and because it was a slight departure design wise from the weddings she is usually commissioned to do. We had many meetings with her and my aunt, who played the role of wedding planner, and it didn’t take long for my mom to get behind the modern simple look I was going for.  She took my ideas and ran with them and the finished product was above and beyond my wildest hopes or expectations. If I have to choose my favorite floral feature, which is really difficult, I believe I would have to go with my stunning orchid bouquet that my mom surprised me with. I gave her several ideas and options and told her to surprise me the day of with the one she felt like was most “me” and she knocked it out of the park. The bouquet was like nothing I had ever seen before and it was truly breath taking.  Aside from just my mom my whole family came together to make the event over the top – my sister individually embroidered 180 napkins, my dad engineered  and implemented the hanging glass globes, my aunt and her husband did the specialty gobo lighting, my other aunt as I mentioned was our fantastic wedding planner. This made us feel so loved and brought such a personal touch to our day, not to mention saved our budget!

At the end of the day the event went off without a hitch – literally. Everything went as planned and everything was wonderful. The space looked gorgeous. The food and drinks were beyond delicious and the Bold American staff was a joy to work with. Our cake was outstanding. All the paper design tied the whole feel of the event together. We danced the night away to our favorite songs. Our families and friends joined together and bonded and had a complete blast. It was truly the best night of our lives!

One piece of advice that I was given and I remembered on my wedding day that I would like to pass on to bride’s to be – Be present on your big day. It’s easy to get caught up in the madness of the day and get carried away and let the time slip by. But remember whatever is going to happen will happen – so sit back relax and take it all in. Oh and get an amazing photographer like we did who will capture your big day exactly the way it felt so you can relive the moments you might not remember!

Wedding Photography: Melissa Schollaert Photography / Wedding Venue: King Plow Event Gallery in Atlanta, Georgia / Floral Design: Le Petit Jardin / Decor: Designed by the Bride + Assembled by Le Petit Jardin / Wedding Cake: Frosted Pumpkin / Wedding Stationery: Hi Note / “Here Comes The Bride” Sign: Funki Folk Art / Photo Booth: Photobooth Phun / Photo Booth Props + Signs: The Manic Moose / Wedding Dress: Jasmine Couture via Wedding Angels / Bride’s Shoes: Kate Spade / Bride’s Veil: Tessa Kim / Bride’s Fur Bolero: Jacks Piggy Bank / Hair: Christine Lopez of NY Bridal Hair Styles / Makeup: Amanda Ford of Lace Cosmetics / Bride’s Hair Comb + Bridesmaids’ Earrings: Dana Castle / Bridesmaid’s Dresses: Jim Hjelm via Wedding Angels / Flower Girl + Ring Bearer Attire: Kids Formal Wear / Men’s Suits: Jos. A. Bank / Men’s Ties: Express Men / Chiavari Chairs: Goodwin Event Rentals