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A Summer North Carolina Wedding With Fun Pops Of Watermelon

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Summer in North Carolina simply begs for a punch of color. We started with a foundation of classic blues and greens and added coral/watermelon details to spice things up!

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[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]The overall vibe was classic and elegant. Peyton and Danny wanted to embrace classic wedding traditions in a way that was fresh, fun, and inviting. With so many of their guests traveling down to the southeast for the wedding, it was important to share a bit of North Carolina with everyone, so authentic Southern hospitality was at the forefront of every decision. We developed several custom patterns in different colorways that were used throughout the weekend events including the bridal luncheon, rehearsal dinner, welcome party, and wedding day festivities. The patterns included stripes and southern magnolia blossoms and foliage. [/field]
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Peyton chose a Pronovias gown with an asymmetrical strapless neckline and a classic mermaid silhouette. She paired her dress with blue Loeffler Randall pleated bow heels.

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Following the outdoor ceremony in Reyonlda Gardens, guests were transported across town to Forsyth Country Club, where they were greeted at cocktail hour with tray-passed beverages and hors d’oeuvres, including ahi tuna poke, grilled artichoke and tomato bruschetta, and crispy fried oysters. Under the tent, guests were served an elegant summer harvest salad with marinated vegetables on crisp greens and lemon herb vinaigrette and a duet of grilled filet and shrimp scampi buerre blanc with seasonal vegetables and potato pave. Later that evening, as everyone worked up an appetite again on the dance floor, the club tray-passed mini fried chicken biscuits and cones of truffle fries with shaved parmesan.

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[field title=”Florals & Decor”]Flowers for the wedding included white larkspur, garden roses, peonies, stock, and ranunculus, with both blue and white varieties of delphinium and hydrangea. To punch up the color, we used coral godetia, coral charm peonies, red bouvardia and peachy coral spray roses. [/field]
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Danielle Kattan created a beautiful four-tier cake that incorporated some of the stripes for our patterns used throughout the invitation suite and paper details. To ensure the cake survived the summer heat or humidity and could still be placed under the sailcloth tent before sunset, not only was fondant icing a must, but we also schemed to use a faux cake, with the perfectly sized segment of real cake for Peyton and Danny to cut and enjoy as guests watched on. Everyone else was served fresh cake from the kitchen, and none the wiser. Two different flavor profiles were offered: (1) Vanilla and chocolate flavors filled with whisky southern caramel and Madagascar vanilla buttercream finished up with a swirly combination of delicious southern caramel sauce and more buttercream, and (2) lemon zest with raspberry filling.

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A Classic Fall Affair That Brings a Whole New Meaning to Backyard Wedding

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[field title=”Wedding Colors”]The color palette included deep midnight blue, a rich forest green, champagne, ivory, and rose gold. [/field]
[field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]The vision for the wedding was simply to create a celebration that was classic, romantic, strikingly beautiful (and of course, wildly fun!) at Christy and Ivo’s private home, such that the party in the backyard felt like a natural extension of the interior of their historic house. [/field]
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[field title=”Wedding Gown”]Christy’s strapless Berta gown was sensational. Even in the same gown, she transformed her look several times throughout the evening, as she wore a beautiful tulle cape for the ceremony in lieu of a traditional veil, and then transitioned into a delicate bolero for the reception. [/field]
[field title=”Bridesmaid Dresses”]There were no bridesmaids or groomsmen for the wedding, as Christy and Ivo desired to keep this an evening of intimate celebration. [/field]
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]Upon arrival, guests were served tray-passed hors d’eouvres and cocktails, before sitting down to a four-course plated dinner in the tent. Dinner included cauliflower soup, a bibb wedge salad with figs and bleu cheese, pan seared grouper, and wagyu beef tenderloin before everyone enjoyed decadent wedding cake and a smorgasbord of late night desserts.[/field]
[field title=”Florals & Decor”]From the very beginning, Christy was enamored with the idea of using quicksand roses in abudance. And so we did! The florals were all white, with the exception of this particular variety of rose that pulls either soft blush or true champagne depending on it’s natural petal variation. It was a beautiful compliment to the rose gold flatware and candle vessels we paired with the tabletop elements. Floral varieties included white larkspur, sweet pea, lisianthus, garden roses, stock, and ranunculus. We let smilax greenery and italian ruscus foliage drip throughout the tent on the bistro lighting and fixtures. Tiny unexpected stems of dark blue viburnum berries were added to the centerpieces as a nice little tidbit to tie in with the midnight blue china dinner plates. [/field]
[field title=”Wedding Cake”]The cake featured simple textured buttercream icing on three tiers, and we displayed it on a traditional pedestal stand surrounded by voluminous fresh flowers. It was a fun little statement moment in the tent! [/field]
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[field title=”Special Detail #1″]At each place setting, guests discovered a small gift box personalized with their name. Inside the box they found a thoughtful thank-you note from Christy and Ivo, as well as a NEST candle and a box of matches. A little something to take home and remember the evening by, with a heartfelt message of gratitude for traveling to celebrate together and supporting their marriage. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #2″]Though live entertainment was important, we wanted to be mindful of the intimate size of the party. With less than 80 guests in attendance, a traditional big band would have felt too large and imposing in the tent setting, but a DJ wasn’t quite enough to satisfy desire to have a live music dynamic. We turned to the team at T. Warner Artists, who put together a unique mix of three live musicians and a DJ. They synchronized a fascinating blend of classic dance hits, Latin music, and a wide musical range that kept the dance floor packed all evening long. [/field]
[field title=”Special Detail #3″]This wedding was three years in the making. Our team began working with Christy and Ivo in 2018 to ultimately plan, design, and produce their engagement party in 2019. A few months later we began planning the wedding for 2020, which ultimately then had to be postponed multiple times. It felt like a dream come true when we *finally* got the chance to celebrate these two with a proper wedding event on October 1, 2022. But not to be outdone by a global pandemic, the weather forecast did it’s level best to mess up our plans, as hurricane Ian made landfall in Florida mere days before the wedding and worked it’s way up the east coast, bringing it’s tropical storm remnants directly through Winston-Salem, North Carolina less than 24 hours before the wedding. Not only did it mean that many of the guests (most who were traveling from the Miami area) had great difficulty getting to NC in time, but we also dealt with severe wind damage, downed trees/branches and power outages. The power at Christy and Ivo’s home came back on less than three hours before guests began arriving for cocktail hour! Needless to say, we were prepared with generator power and a dry tent, but suffice it to say that it was quite a wild week! During dinner that night, the clouds finally cleared, we could see the stars, and there wasn’t a single drop of rain. It was beautiful. The leaves that had fallen on our sailcloth tent the night before looked like beautiful confetti! [/field]
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Modern Marie Antoinette Inspired Spring Wedding

Romance is in full effect at this magical garden party of a wedding! Here at SMP, we love a good mismatched bridal party, so naturally, this group of gals totally caught our eye! Stunning floral designs by FLORA embodied the warm spirits of Amber and Will, and we’re getting butterflies from the beauty of it all. It’s safe to say, this is the definition of a spring wedding done right. Lindley Battle Photography captured the extraordinary emotions and lovely details in the full gallery that you sure don’t want to miss!

From Lindley Battle Photography… Set at the historic Graylyn Estate in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Amber and Will threw a stunning spring wedding featuring lush floral design with modern garden party elegance. Every detail of the day was impeccably planned, from the creative floral dresses of Amber’s bridesmaids to the elegant simplicity of their ceremony overlooking the lake. When asked to describe their wedding in three words, Amber and Will said that the day was a dreamy, magical garden party. With the luxury venue being located five minutes from Amber’s childhood home, she spent so much time during her younger years walking around the grounds, which made having her wedding there so much more special and meaningful.

For both Amber and Will, family and friends are incredibly important, and getting to celebrate this special day with their loved ones from all over was everything they could have asked for. When asked about their wedding planning experience, Amber said that she really loved how Will wanted to have a say in the parts of the wedding that were important to him – the band, the food, the first dance, and the marriage counseling. They would make date nights out of figuring out the first dance and making a song list for the band. Amber shared that her biggest advice would be to have fun planning it all. Not to get too caught up in all of the little details. If the bride isn’t stressed – nobody is stressed. There will be mishaps that happen on your day but if you stay positive nobody will even notice. The band is key, the photographer is key, the venue is key. Everything else will fall into place, but be certain to get vendors that you trust!

When asked about her favorite moments of the day, here’s what Amber had to say: “I have always said since college I would rather stay at the pregame with my girls than go to the party. Getting ready with all of my best friends and sisters was so special to me. Lots of champagne and giggles. My dog is my best friend and she came for the last hour or so for pictures and to hang and that made my entire day. Seeing my dad for the first time was very emotional for me. I love him he is my best friend. I don’t know how to describe the feeling but I couldn’t believe he was about to give me away. I wanted more time! Seeing Will for the first time was the best feeling in the entire world. Knowing we were about to officially get married was indescribable. I have never been so happy. It was such a special moment and I am so glad we chose to do a first look. I will never forget the way he looked at me the first time he saw me. Still gives me butterflies and a smile from ear to ear. I for sure thought since I had cried so many tears at the rehearsal dinner I would be good to go to say my vows. Did not happen. I could barely get through them without choking up and crying. I love how Will was looking at me and said, “You can do this”. It was just another reminder of how much he loves me and how I know he will be my biggest cheerleader throughout our life. I felt so safe with him there in front of all of our friends and family and I love that we got to start our married life that way.”

A Romantic Wedding Complete With 345 Guests AND A Hanging Cake Installation You Just HAVE To See!

It is no easy task to plan, and create almost every detail of a 345 person wedding (including all florals and stationery,) but Rebecca Rose Events not only nailed it but did it all with some of the most beautiful details! From elegant, French-inspired lounge furniture to crafting a hanging cake installation for the gorgeous Cakes by Chloe wedding cake, the intricate, beautiful details were at every turn! Henry Photography captured all of those details and all of the romance as the happy couple danced the night away with their guests! Take a look below and be sure to check out the full gallery here!

From Rebecca Rose Events…Do you remember the 21st night of September? We always will!

When asked what they hoped to most remember thinking back on their wedding 20 years from now, Conley and David said, “We want to remember the love, warmth, and happiness that was shared privately between us, but also these moments with our friends and family.” We’re confident that they’ll always remember those moments. It was an evening to remember, for sure!

The black-tie wedding celebration began with a beautiful traditional ceremony at the Centenary United Methodist Church, followed by a clear top tented reception at a nearby private farm.

Guests arrived at the reception to find a large outdoor patio with lounge furniture, which led into a tent for cocktail hour. There everyone was served tray-passed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, around the gorgeous “Bubbly Bar”, where the champagne was flowing! To signal the end of cocktail hour, the band started to play, and the curtains pulled back to reveal a hidden passageway into a larger clear top reception tent for dinner and dancing. On their way into the tent, guests feasted their eyes on a hanging cake installation, designed by our team in collaboration with pastry chef, Chloe Lee of Cakes by Chloe.

The reception tent was adorned with loosely hung smilax greenery, crystal chandeliers, and modern french style furniture. The color palette was intentionally neutral, featuring ivory, white, and rose gold, so that Conley’s favorite pops of green could really sing. We lined many portions of the tent walls with boxwood, and the stage was surrounded by fresh flowers. As the sunset, Conley, David, and their 345 guests danced the night away, before leaving in the glow of a sparkling grand exit.

And yes, the band kicked off the party with a killer rendition of Earth, Wind, and Fire’s “September”.

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Late-Summer Black Tie Wedding at Graylyn Estate in North Carolina

Woven into the fabric of this celebration are personal details that made Emily and Will who they are. Those are the very best kind of details my friends—hint, hint; those are the ones that will make your day truly yours. Floral and Event Designer, Amanda Day Rose is sharing a bit of this duo’s sweet story below, along with a collection of images by Amanda Castle to make you feel as if you were there to witness it all.

From Amanda Day Rose… With its gorgeous classic backdrop, Emily and Will chose to marry at the exquisite Graylyn Estate in North Carolina under a romantic Chuppah covered in greenery. The tablecloth on the top of the Chuppah was from Emily’s grandparents, and survived the Holocaust. Emily relates this tablecloth to having her late grandparents watching over the whole wedding ceremony.

The couple wanted to incorporate as many personal details and family heirlooms as possible in their black tie affair, making it a meaningful, memorable celebration they and all their guests would always remember. Emily wore her grandmother’s pearls gifted to her by her late grandfather. Will wore cufflinks that Emily had gifted to him when they first began dating.

Emily and Will chose to use a sword to cut their cake at the end of the evening – a sword that has been in Will’s family for four generations! After a four course dinner where Emily and Will were able to spend plenty of time with their guests, the couple ended the evening dancing the night away with their closest friends and family.

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A Hauntingly Romantic Wedding at the Graylyn Estate

We love when a bride and groom think outside the typical blush pink and green wedding box and opt for something a little more wild! With a bit of help from Rebecca Rose Events, this gorgeous couple absolutely nailed their “hauntingly romantic” wedding theme. They tied the knot at Graylyn Weddings in front of 400 (yup, 400!) of their closest friends and family surrounded by lush arrangements of fluffy blooms in rich, bold hues. Just waittt until you see the reception captured beautifully by Perry Vaile Photography. We’ll give you a little hint: HANGING. CAKE.

From Rebecca Rose Events… When we first met Hannah and Travis and asked them to describe the way they wanted their wedding to look and feel, their answer gave us chills: “hauntingly romantic”. If something is “haunting”, that means it really stays with you… So we set out to create a sensory experience that was inviting, romantic, and that would leave an incredible impression.

This sweet couple has style in spades. They’re both accomplished hair stylists and and it was such a joy to design for these two artists who appreciate the power of aesthetics! Together we worked to incorporate elements of classic beauty and add in just the right amount of edginess.

Flowers were a huge priority for both the bride and groom, so we incorporated lush, fluffy blooms such as hydrangea, garden roses, and peonies that were rich in color. We paired wine, blush, and soft champagne tones with black and deep grey taper candles and chargers, along with black chargers and gold flatware. There was no shortage of texture or intrigue!

he invitation suite included letterpress and gold foil imprint, as well as custom watercolor illustration, and a unique velluto fabric backing on the invitation card (the same type/texture of fabric used on the tables at the wedding.) We used the suite to introduce a peek at all of the wedding elements guests would experience. The more interesting an invitation suite, the better the turnout… And well, that adage held true, as over 400 guests attended the wedding to celebrate Hannah and Travis!

The ceremony was held on the majestic front lawn of the historic Graylyn Estate, with the manor house in the background. The couple exchanged vows just before sunset and then everyone enjoyed cocktail hour inside the manor house. After cocktail hour, a plated dinner was service inside a large custom tent on the back lawn, followed by dancing and late night snacks under a separate tent.

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Architectural-Inspired Wedding at The Kimpton Cardinal Hotel

Clean, fresh and modern. If those three words are in your wedding planning dictionary, you’ll want to cozy up to this fete! It’s splashed with a hefty dose of gorgeous white florals and a striking modern design, thanks to Rebecca Rose Events, not to mention mis-matched bridesmaids that sing so beautifully together. Getting ready for a pinning marathon, because Jake & Heather Photography have filled the gallery to the brim with steal-worthy images.

From Jake and Heather Photography… This classy, black-tie affair will have you re-thinking the elegant possibilities of a bold ballroom wedding. Rebecca Rose Events, named as a top wedding planner by Southern Living, left no detail untouched while bringing this timelss and perfectly polished design to life! From Kaitlin’s emotional first look with her father and the historic, city-scape backdrop, to flawless white orchids carefully weaved throughout their design, this wedding celebrates all things iconic, humble and dignified.

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Your Guide to Incorporating Rich Colors in Your Wedding

Incorporating a pop of color into your wedding design can be intimidating, let alone choosing a palette consisting of primarily rich, bold hues. However, it can be done…and done well, as The Graceful Host and Allison Kuhn Photography prove right here in this dramatic and beautiful editorial. Stunning floral arrangements by Amy Lynne Originals set against teal velvet linens by Nuage Designs create an alluring tablescape, and the pièce de résistance is a cake by Wow Factor that can only be described as a work of art.

From The Graceful Host… This styled shoot was a collaboration with Allison Kuhn Photography. We started talking about producing a shoot in order to create content that we don’t see a lot of, like the use of rich, bold colors. And it morphed into something we are both really proud of! The idea is a modern charm, which I describe as old world elements meets luxurious, high fashion style. I always want my designs feel fresh and new, so I took ideas that are classic in nature and gave them a little twist to modernize.

The colors were teal, lavender, blush, yellow, marsala, and ivory with gold accents. Since we were incorporating a wide variety of colors, I wanted to make sure the colors felt sophisticated and elegant rather than child-like. It should come together like a painting, which was the inspiration behind the cake and was repeated in the vellum envelope of our invitation suite. The floral design mimicked the artistic inspiration, as well, by playing up texture through the blooms and greenery.

Throughout our tablescape design, we layered texture upon texture – from the linen to the place setting to the paper goods. Our place settings incorporated contemporary designs through the dinner plates and flatware mixed with etched crystal goblets and gold rim glasses that are vintage in nature. Each place setting also had a vellum menu with a handwritten script-style design, and the table was draped in a bold teal, velvet linen.

The wedding dress was a classic, delicate a-line ballgown with on-trend and contemporary design elements including beading, an illusion neckline, and layers upon layers of tulle. The look was luxurious and fashion forward. Hair and makeup was understated elegance and fresh, paired with a bold plum lip.

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Intimate Fall Wedding with a Family-Style Dinner

Fall brides, take note because this wedding is one day that’s guaranteed to inspire. With a decidedly autumn color palette and a picturesque natural setting, the bride and groom were able to wed in style with the amazing Rebecca Rose Events by their side. Ally and Bobby photographed the entire day, and these pretty captures are only the beginning. More this way!

From Rebecca Rose Event… Though they now live in Los Angeles, the bride and groom selected their venue, The Southeastern Center, for Contemporary Art, not only for it’s significance to them (the bride is an artist herself and used to teach at SECCA!), but also for the opportunity to exchange vows in front of the beautiful sprawling kudzu that they love! She grew up in Winston-Salem, NC so returning to the Southeast during the beauty of the fall season was a no-brainer.

The bride’s maternal family is from Colombia and the couple thoughtfully incorporated some beautiful touches of cultural tradition to their celebration. Guests dined on a family-style menu designed to feature tapas and paella that was served with wine and then danced into the wee hours to a variety of musical genres, including lots of salsa!

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Simple Elegance Goes A Long Way With This Styled Shoot

When in doubt, go simple. Remove all the excess, it’s not even needed. Get back to the bare, beautiful bones. Need some visual inspiration? Look no further than this simple – yet still uber stylish – shoot by Nancy Ray at the Barn at Reynolda Village. Created by Rebecca Rose Events, it’s pure pretty and we can’t get enough – see more in our Vault gallery right this way!

From Rebecca Rose Events… This fall, a brand new venue space opened in historic Reynolda Village in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The Barn at Reynolda Village originally served as a cow barn for the Reynolds family estate, and has recently undergone a renovation and restoration. Now the building boasts a crisp, white, airy space… a true blank canvas for weddings. The nearby grounds of Reynolda Gardens are so beautiful that we couldn’t pass up an opportunity to partner with Nancy Ray Photography to design and capture some ideas on film. This shoot is all about the beauty of natural textures, the possibilities of a limited color palette, and the sweet joy of simplicity.

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Romantic Graylyn Estate Wedding

If pretty weddings excite you, then you might want to take a seat because this elegant estate wedding is what we like to call heart palpitating pretty. For this stunningly sentimental celebration is the type of day that proves love is in the details (like the Bride’s bouquet that honored her late mother), and thanks to Marcie Meredith Photography we get to witness each heart achingly beautiful moment in THE VAULT!

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From Marcie Meredith Photography…I am honored to have been a part of Ashley and Josh’s wedding. It was a magical day full of so much love. And talk about a couple that absolutely adores each other! I can’t say enough about the way they would stare into each other’s eyes and their sweet embraces. It was sheer bliss! Emotions were high as Ashley honored her mother who had passed with a picture on her bouquet, a seat at the ceremony, and a candle lighting later in the evening.

Graylyn Estate was an amazing setting for this fairy tale wedding. The style was very much about soft elegance. Pinks and ivory were sprinkled everywhere, from the flowers to the attire and other décor. The grounds of Graylyn are already so incredible that everything was icing on the cake! My favorite design element had to be the beautifully painted ivory welcome sign. It embodies everything about this wedding!

From The Bride…To any upcoming brides out there, I certainly recommend a first look! It’s not tradition but it was nice to have a minute to talk to each other about everything we were feeling and to just have a minute alone together before the night took off. Not to mention my nerves…Just needed a kiss to put them all away!

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Charming French Estate Wedding Inspiration

If you dream of a charming soiree in France, but you’re stateside, this bit of beauty is for you friend. It’s got all of the old-world charm you need but just so happens to be set at North Carolina’s Graylyn Estate. Yes, believe it! And you can thank Emily Claire Events for dreaming it all up. From the oh-me-oh-my florals by Philosophy Flowers to the ribbon-adorned cake by Sugar Euphoria, Jake and Heather captured it all—more lives in THE VAULT.

From Emily Claire Events…The Loire Valley is full of castles, mist, and a magical feeling. That feeling led to the idea of designing a French inspired editorial back home in the states.

After a trip through France, Emily wanted her brides to be able to experience their dream European wedding without having to travel half way across the world. She knew the Graylyn Estate in North Carolina would be the perfect venue! It has an old world charm that is rare in this part of the country.

The Graylyn Estate features beautiful stonework reminiscent of the Medieval French castles. The warm tones of the stone play perfectly with the grays and blues of the hand-dyed silk ribbon and linens. The foraged florals add an organic quality, while the lace in the brides vintage style gown brings just the right amount of refinement.

Emily loved the contrast of using organic and vintage details against the elegant Estate backdrop. She hoped it would exude the French style she was so inspired by.

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English-Inspired Autumn Wedding Inspiration

From the moment I (virtually) met Perry Vaile, I was graced with her kindness, her rich imagery floating with beautiful hues and the incredible talent she has to attract sweet couples and amazing vendors. So it’s no wonder she’s a magnet for inspiration to aspiring photographers out there. This my friends, is a little taste of that via her Lively Workshop, hosted alongside Rebecca Rose Creative. THE VAULT gallery is dripping with pretty.

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From Perry Vaile… Set in the misty chill of a rainy Fall day at the stunning Graylyn Estate, this shoot commands any brides who may find themselves worrying about weather at their wedding, to see the beauty in the the inherently romantic nature of a rain-filled day. Film photographer Perry Vaile shot in heavy rain and with a direction towards quiet romance to capture the feeling of their English-inspired setting, while Rebecca Rose Creative flexed her many creative talents by embracing the fall leaves and natural palette for the beautiful styling, design and florals of this shoot.

Hair & Makeup artist Lindsey Regan Thorne created a beautifully relaxed yet classic look that could withstand the weather, while Trumpet & Horn provided a gorgeous diamond ring, along with a BHLDN gown that is sure to inspire. Luxe napkins by Nuage Linens highlighted a layered table design which featured flatware and glassware rentals by Party Reflections, and a delicate gold-rimmed cake from Cakes by Chloe.

This shoot kicked off Day 1 of the Lively Workshop for photographers. Co–hosted by film photographer Perry Vaile and Stylist/Designer Rebecca Rose Creative, the Lively Workshop welcomed 12 wedding photographers into the vibrant, color-rich heart of central North Carolina during the peak of fall.

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Classic Southern Wedding

Classic with a big ol’ dash of glamour is never a bad thing, especially when it comes in the form of a stunning NC affair planned to absolute perfection by Rebecca Rose Events. Imagine hot pink blooms from Amy Lynne Originals, a breathtaking backdrop and a little sparkle thrown in for good measure. See it all captured beautifully by Whitebox Photography right here.

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From Rebecca Rose Events… Emily and Loren’s wedding in Winston-Salem, North Carolina was as simple and classic as it was full of joy. These two chose to celebrate in the city of Emily’s alma mater and said their vows at the historic Wait Chapel on the campus of Wake Forest University. Their reception, at the University’s beautiful Graylyn Estate, embodied the epitome of great southern hospitality. The food and beverages were delicious and plentiful, the decor was simple and classic and the laughter and joy were infectious.

Working with these two was such a delight. Emily loves bold, vibrant colors and playful patterns. Loren was game for all of those things, so we had a great time selecting design elements that represented a modern take on some classic wedding elements.

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My biggest color obsession yet this year? A good, rich pop of red. The kind of red that is peeking it’s pretty head into every detail of this sophisticated Southern shoot from Mark Potter Photography and Kerri Leigh Events. And those blooms from Amy Lynne Originals? Well they made it into just about every single image because they’re so. darn. gorgeous. See what I mean right here.

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From Mark Potter Photography…This sophisticated and stylish wedding inspiration was photographed on film at the picturesque Graylyn International Conference Center in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Kerri Leigh Events styled the affair using beautiful deep rich shades of red, plum, burgundy and pink. Different textures were incorporated into the design with the use of stone, wood, and gold accents. The bride wore a gorgeous Amsale (Quinn) gown and the groom wore a stylish black tuxedo. His red, gold, and green boutonniere added a punch of class and color. The bride’s flowers complimented the overall design with a loose bouquet highlighting lovely greens and splashes of the deep reds and pinks. The use of a Rolls Royce wedding car added a level of sophistication and style that compliments the feel of this estate like venue. The images were created on film, giving a beautiful, soft, and dreamy feel. We love the whole feel of this styled shoot and feel that SMP readers would gain lots of inspiration from the different elements and overall cohesiveness of this set.

Winston-Salem Wedding from Anna Routh Photography

If you’re nervous about rain on your wedding day, take note. This couple did not let it bring their outdoor ceremony inside, and it’s all the more romantic because of that decision. Anna Routh Photography captured the day which was filled with love, laughter, and beautiful blooms from Amy Lynne Originals, and it’s amazing.

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From the photographer… Caroline and George were married on an incredibly rainy day in Winston-Salem. You’d think that would affect the bride and groom as they prepare to walk down the aisle and start their life together as husband and wife – not these two. The rain couldn’t stop them from having their dream outdoor wedding. Guests sat under umbrellas and Caroline even processed under an umbrella as she came down the aisle towards her dapper groom. The stunning florals, bright colors and the smiles on Caroline and George’s faces made this day anything but dreary. One of my favorite details was that every single floral design was different – every bouquet, every flower crown, ever centerpiece, every boutonniere, etc. And, there wasn’t really a ‘color’ for the day. Caroline wanted to focus on bright, cheery colors which completely match her beautiful and fun personality. What followed their sweet ceremony was nothing short of an amazing night. Guests tore up the dance floor, enjoyed the photo booth and ate popsicles under the stars. It was a beautiful evening for two beautiful people!

Birthday Party Celebration: Stellar Events + Scott Piner Photography

We’re taking a brief pause in all-things-wedding this morning to show you an utterly smashing birthday party in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The party and all the details were choreographed exquisitely by Courtney Arnold and her amazing team at Stellar Events. She’s shared her thought process and what it took to transform this traditional golf club space into a fresh and elegant dinner party venue. And no, your eyes are not deceiving you ~ lucite chiavari chairs. L O V E

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From Courtney … When I was approached by Dr. Brown to create a surprise 60th birthday party for his wife, Patti, I was thrilled! Then he said there are three things you need to know… first the party is in three weeks (wowsa!); second her favorite colors are pink and green; and third, the party will be at Eagle Point Golf Club. The first bit of information would scare most, but that was nothing compared to items two and three. For those who are not familiar, Eagle Point has a beautiful, traditional clubhouse – exposed beam ceilings, a wooden bar, a brick fireplace guaranteed to rival any put in its way. However, the carpet is kelly green and navy blue tartan plaid. Do you remember Patti’s two favorite colors; the only colors I was given to use in the decorating palette?!

Although my favorite color is white, I’ve never been afraid to use color. Color can alter one’s mood in an instant. Color can create warmth, joy, calm … the list goes on. Color, for this event, was going to set the stage for a fun, upbeat and unforgettable party! The first order of business was to find a way to either marry the tartan plaid carpet and my color scheme or to use enough color and design elements to draw your attention away from the carpet. I decided the best way to approach this was the latter.

I started with bringing in warmth and a touch of the modern with the lighting. My team designed and produced custom made drum shades that were four feet high and four feet in diameter. They were covered in sheer ivory linen to allow light to filter through and provide a glow to the room. By creating this large, visual effect, it drew the guests’ eyes to the ceiling where they were treated to beautiful exposed beams and soft, glowing light.

From there the real challenge began. When using a strong combination of colors, such as green and pink, I try to ask myself “Who is this event for and what is its purpose?” I’ve used pink and green for many a birthday party; however, the parties were for children under the age of five! I wanted to bring a level of sophistication and a little bit of swank to this party. For this reason, I chose to use shades of pink with emphasis on the darker, heavier shades as opposed to pale pinks. I also chose a fresh-from-the-garden green instead of bright or lime green.

The most surprising part of putting all the elements together was the linen. When using pink and green, my first thought would normally go to neutral linen with minimal, if any texture. The thought behind this is the flowers will “pop” and guests can really be “wowed” by floral color without anything to compete with it. However, the more I played with the colors, I kept coming back to a linen full of color and texture. In doing so I was able to mix color and texture to give guests an abundance of wow factor!

To finish off this bold look, I infused the last bit of modern with Lucite chivari chairs, glass chargers and splashes of mercury glass. These subtle yet major accents allowed the color to be the most prominent detail. Walking into the room, one instantly felt elated and couldn’t help but smile. Being surrounded by so much color made everyone realize they were in for a night filled with fun instead of another stuffy dinner party.

>Dr. Brown made sure all of his wife’s favorites were attended to. From the décor and the food to surrounding Patti with loved ones and special performances by the School of Performing Arts – this was a night they will all remember! Many thanks to the vendors who made this party a success – Eagle Point Golf Club, High Performance Lighting, Party Suppliers & Rentals, Cloth Connections, Flower & Four, Scott Piner Photography & Stellar Events.

Our thanks to Courtney for sharing and to Scott Piner for providing the images. We have more from this dynamic duo coming up in just a bit … {sneak peek of Jeanie and Jimmy’s wedding, from Stellar Event’s blog}

Photographer: Scott Piner / Event planning & design: Stellar Events / Rentals: Party Suppliers & Rentals / Lighting: High Performance Lighting / Specialty Rentals: Stellar Events / Cake: Flower & Flour / Venue: Eagle Point Golf Club / Entertainment: School of Performing Arts, Winston Salem, NC

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