Kim + Chris: Ramage Farm

I'm so glad I finally get to share this amazing rustic wedding with yall.    When Alex, of AlexM Photography, recently sent over these images, I couldn't get enough of all the character and

awesome details the bride + groom incorporated.  The darling couple, Kim + Chris, wed this past June in Hooks, Texas on the grounds of Ramage Farms.  The picturesque North East Texas venue was the perfect backdrop for their ceremony and reception and made for gorgeous images. 

Kim donned a vintage layered gown for her big day that she paired perfectly with silver and

turquoise jewelry.  As she made her way down the aisle towards Chris, she carried a brightly

colored bouquet of calla lilies and roses made by the fabulous Twisted Vines.  Enjoy!

I told you it was awesome!

Vendors

photographer: alexm photography  /   florist: twisted vines downtown  / 

venue: ramage farm  /  band: ten miles deep  / 

Sarah + Patric: The Swamp

Story time!  I grew up outside of Atlanta and after graduation attended the University of Georgia.  One summer during college I moved to Charleston and met a studly Citadel cadet who hailed from the Sunshine State.  As our relationship blossomed, it quickly became very apparent we had a serious issue on our hands...he was a huge University of Florida fan (insert Gator Chomp here).  Uh-oh.

A few years ago, bets were made on the Georgia/Florida game (which, if you've never been it's a fantastic time) and I lost.  As punishment, I was suppose to sport orange and blue at the following year's game.  Well, being the poor sport (and Georgia grad) that I am...I pouted and didn't do it :)  Since I politely declined, my now-husband has decided I need to make up for it by attending a game at "The Swamp" and at this point we just haven't made it down.  So, I figured, until we're able to plan a fall weekend to Gainesville, I'll just live vicariously through  Sarah + Patric as the spend an afternoon trouncing around the UF stadium with the lovely ladies of Stay Forever Photography for a killer Engagement Session.

Does this not make you excited for football season or what?

Does this not make you excited for football season or what?

Part III: Lowcountry Plantations

You may remember that at the beginning of the summer we started our Lowcountry
Plantations series (Check out Part I and Part II) to assist you ladies in finding your perfect
wedding venue.  Well, today we're back with three more of our favorites that are capable of
hosting both your ceremony and reception on-site...


Honey Horn Plantation

Situated on the Jarvis Creek, Honey Horn Plantation is 68-acre property full of Lowcountry allure.  (Check out Jennifer + Rob's Honey Horn Plantation Wedding.  Isn't it gorgeous?) It has both indoor and outdoor locations for private events.  So if you're looking for a Hilton Head venue with a lot of Spanish moss, salt marsh and a beautiful sunset, I'd push Honey Horn Plantation to the top of your list.

Image via Jenny Evelyn Photography

Image via Jenny Evelyn Photography

Image via Amelia + Dan Photography

Honey Horn Plantation

70 Honey Horn Drive 29925

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Robin Swift - VP of Marketing + Development

843.689.3033 ext 224

rswift@coastaldiscovery.com

Drayton Hall

If you're looking to incorporate the Old South into your wedding day, look no further than
Drayton Hall.  It was once used as a staging ground by both Colonial and British forces, has withstood numerous hurricanes (and even an earthquake!) and still stands in much the same way
it did in the 18th century.  Simply put, it's just fantastic.  The plantation home ranks as one of America's finest examples of Pre-Revolutionary War architecture and will provide a truly
stunningbackdrop for your Lowcountry Wedding.  Oh, and just wait til you see the inside.

Image via Martha Stewart Weddings

Image via Liz Banfield

Image via Liz Banfield

Image via Martha Stewart Weddings

Drayton Hall

3380 Ashley River Road

Charleston, South Carolina 29414

843.769.2600

Natalie Titcomb Baker - Marketing Coordinator & Special Events

Natalie_Titcomb@draytonhall.org

The Pavilion at Pepper Plantation

The Pavilion at Pepper Plantation is a gorgeous venue just north of Charleston in Awendaw,

South Carollina.  The Pavilion itself can accommodate up to 300 guests but make sure you take

into consideration the season because it is not air conditioned.   With breathtaking views, a

spacious porch (4,000 square feet of outdoor covered space!) and a serene surrounding, the

Pavilion is the perfect space for a Lowcountry Affair.

Image via Chris and Cami Photography

Image via The Schultzes

Image via Leigh Webber Photography

Image via The Schultzes

The Pavilion at Pepper Plantation

1145 Chandler Road

Awendaw, South Carolina 29429

843.737.1885

PepperPavilion@gmail.com

Christen + Brian: Grande Dunes Ocean Club

Today, we're sharing Christen + Brian's beautiful December Wedding from Brooke Christl Photography.  The couple were wed in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina where they treated guests to a cozy, romantic reception at Grande Dunes Ocean Club.  Christen stunned in a sweet Watters & Watters gown she selected from the Little White Dress while then men and bridesmaids donned blacked.  She chose a classic black palette complimented by white and pale pink flowers from Callas Florist.  Photographer Brooke Christl used the drizzly day to her advantage and captured some awesome images throughout the wedding (I can't get enough of those umbrella shots). 

This is my favorite shot....

 

Kinda makes you ready for some cooler weather...right?

Thanks so much for sharing, Brooke!

Vendors

photographer: brooke christl photography  /  floral designer: callas florist  /  reception venue: grande dunes ocean club  /  dress: from the little white dress  /  cake: priceless desserts  /  dj: coastal entertainers  /  transportation: carolina limos

Aubrey + Jeff: Cathedral of Junk

Hope everyone had a relaxing weekend.  I can't believe it's already Monday morning again :( 

 I swear these summer weekends just keep flying by. 

 I wanted to kick off this week with one of the coolest engagement sessions I've ever seen. 

The gorgeous couple, Aubrey + Jeff, share a love of collecting random things (Jeff may jokingly refers to his bride-to-be as a hoarder) and they plan to incorporate many of the treasures they've acquired into their upcoming wedding.   Jeff compares Aubrey's hobby to their five-year relationship saying, "If you keep something around long enough, you end up never wanting to let it go."  So, it made perfect sense they chose the Cathedral of Junk in Austin, Texas as the backdrop for their eclectic engagement session.  From the natural light and beautiful couple to the mounds of vintage finds and mustaches, photographer Caryn Wood of Love Caryn Photography, did an AH-mazing job capturing these two in their element.  I still can't get over how Aubrey's dress pops in every picture? Love it.

 

Vendors

photographer: love caryn photography  /  dress: buffalo exchange  / 

mustaches:  lucy in disguise