{A bride sent us an email just the other day asking how to add some drama to her evening wedding. She is hoping to pull of a romantic, intimate setting but would prefer not to use flowers. Well, we immediately thought lighting and what better type to set the mood then candlelight...
I just ran across this image by Christian Oth today. The word stunning doesn't even do it justice. I love how these candles illuminate her path. It looks like she's floating.
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First thing's first, make sure candles are permitted at your venue. Some of the historic venues in Charleston have very strict decor policies. While most allow candles, many do not allow open flame, so they will need to be contained in either a votive or hurricane so nothing catches on fire!
First thing's first, make sure candles are permitted at your venue. Some of the historic venues in Charleston have very strict decor policies. While most allow candles, many do not allow open flame, so they will need to be contained in either a votive or hurricane so nothing catches on fire!
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Make sure you check your candles burn time. The last thing you want is for the "lights to go out" on your reception before the party is really over. Additionally, use unscented candles so the scent doesn't compete with any food or flowers and don't bother the guests' allergies.
Make sure you check your candles burn time. The last thing you want is for the "lights to go out" on your reception before the party is really over. Additionally, use unscented candles so the scent doesn't compete with any food or flowers and don't bother the guests' allergies.
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Suspended candles, in lanterns or votives, can truly highlight your local lowcountry setting.
Candles with varying heights and sizes makes them more interesting but stick to one color (preferably white) to achieve that classic ambiance.
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Image via Tec Petaja designed by Joy ThigpenDon't you just love this one?
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Wow these are beautiful photos :D
ReplyDeleteHow stunning is that first one! Like a fairytale :D
I love playing with lighting. I absolutely love the effect. I also love that since I'm getting married in cold, rainy late November I can use light to its fullest potential. I love love love the first image. So gorgeous, and I actually made our fabric strip alter and designed our whole ceremony around that last picture.
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