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Laurie Beth and her Texas-based family chose Highlands, North Carolina as the perfect location for her nuptials to Daniel. This fall celebration was full of warm, spicy tones and lush, neutral florals, and was perfectly nestled in the picturesque Blue Ridge mountains. Even their invitation suite spoke to the fall season in the mountains, featuring romantic letterpress complete with soft botanical accents.

While the beginning of the day brought lots of rain, that didn’t damper Laurie Beth and Daniel’s excitement one bit. Their faith, being such an important aspect in both of their lives, served as the foundation of their ceremony. Special hymns were played by the musicians, and they chose to take communion together as a couple. It was both incredibly faith-filled and personable. In fact, even during the homily, their pastor called the couple’s parents up to pray over them, as they entered into this new stage of life. Right afterwards, Laurie Beth and Daniel said their vows. The importance of both faith and family were present in every single aspect. Once they were pronounced husband and wife, they walked down the floral-lined aisle to cocktail hour with family and friends.

During cocktail hour, guests were served hot cider and chose from a variety of appetizers; one of them was a beef brisket slider complete with a mini Texas flag placed on top as a nod to the bride’s home state. At the reception, embroidered linens and gold accents warmed the space, giving off a cozy glow. Woven through the ceiling, champagne draping softened the space, and led to the impressive light wall placed behind the band. After dinner was enjoyed, the band kicked off the party, and the dance floor was packed all night long! They left the party through a tunnel of sparklers, waving goodbye to their beloved guests, departing for their honeymoon.

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Katrina and Brook chose the picturesque mountains of North Carolina for their December wedding. Having only 30 guests, their intentionally intimate wedding was much like the micro-weddings in today’s social climate. They were able to visit with each of their guests, and make everyone feel special.

Firstly, a blanket of fresh snow fell that winter day—which beautifully set the scene for their holiday nuptials. Greeting guests at the door, a shelf lined with favors of cable-knit throws welcomed guests to take one to bundle up in the chilly weather. Inside the barn, a toasty fire centered the room. Festive trees flanked the mantel which was decked out in an arrangement of holiday elements. Together with an assortment of pine boughs, lush red and white flowers anchored the ceremony space. 

After the ceremony, guests headed to cocktail hour, where they were welcomed with a glass of champagne garnished with rosemary and cranberries. Plaid napkins complemented the gilded linens, and laser cut evergreen tree menus was a darling nod to the mountains surrounding them. Moreover, the back of their gold empire chairs for the bride and groom were not without accent. Each was complete with luxe fur throws, topped with mini wreaths. At dinner, the string lights and multitude of glowing candles brought a cozy glow that lasted all night!

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Shivani and Shawn chose the Hyatt in Greenville, South Carolina as their reception venue, for its large event space. The traditional Indian festivities kicked off on the wedding day with the Baraat, with Shawn and his family joyously announcing his arrival. The party continued down Main Street, and concluded where Shivani’s family happily waited for the Milni to begin.

The Milni took place in NoMa Square, and was the perfect spot for everyone to gather around and watch; they drew quite a crowd. At the conclusion of the Milni, everyone headed inside toward the ceremony space. After everyone found their seats, the families, bridal party, and flower girls made their entrance. Later into the ceremony, Shivani began her walk down the aisle, escorted by her uncles. Swathed in a stunning red lehenga, she was hidden from her groom by a curtain held by family members. Once seated, the bride and groom exchanged a sweet hand hold before the sheet was removed. They completed the seven steps of the Hindu ceremony, and headed out as newlyweds!

At the conclusion of an early afternoon lunch, Shivani made her way to upstairs for a hair and makeup change. After slipping into her white reception gown, the couple headed down for a reception reveal and a few photos. They hid for a quick snack, and then made their way into the glamorous reception. Their introduction and first dance were accompanied by impressive indoor spark fountains lining the stage. After many heartfelt speeches and dances galore, the two headed off as Mr. and Mrs. Patel!

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Meagan and Michael are a couple that have a relaxed elegance to them: the perfect balance of serious & light hearted. For their nuptials in the North Carolina mountains, they envisioned a fun, colorful spring experience that reflected their personalities. Above all, the couple foresaw a blend of elements that wasn’t too formal, but would deliver a serious celebration.

Firstly in their planning, they chose minimalistic invitations, with the “less is more” vibe. This subtle look let the other aspects of the day stand strong. The sage green envelope hinted toward the spring-hued celebration awaiting in April. The day itself surpassed all expectations, the epitome of a beautiful spring day.

That morning, the bridesmaids donned matching skirts with separate crisp white blouses. In lieu of tuxes, the groom had custom green blazers made for all the groomsmen (a subtle nod to his hometown, Augusta, GA, and the beloved Masters). Shortly after, the bridal party graced the floral lined ceremony aisle with grace and poise.

Throughout the day, the garden party theme translated from the invitations, to the bride’s bouquet, to the seating chart installation. At cocktail hour, each table’s guests were listed inside glass cloches, and accented by spring blooms. Inside the venue, the reception’s layout had no single “head” table, but instead ensured each guest had a great seat. Flanking the center of the room, estate tables stood in two main cross shapes, with a large, wild greenery arrangement at each center. After dinner and first dances, The New Royals kept the party going all night long!

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Marion and Chris selected Glassy Mountain to exchange their vows. The beautiful June day had just the right amount of mountain breeze to keep everything cool. Overlooking the foothills of South Carolina, Marion and Chris said “I Do” surrounded by family and friends. Starting at Glassy Chapel, the party moved to the Cliffs Glassy clubhouse for dinner.

Marion’s sweet spirit is such a blessing to all who comes in contact with her, and this reflected so beautifully in her relationship with Chris. Anyone can see how much he adores his bride; the gentle way he leads her even during their portrait moments that day shows clearly.

At the reception, aqua linens paired perfectly with warm toned florals atop tables. Gold flatware accented the gold and aqua plates along the head table. The bride had a deep desire for big organic floral arrangements that made an impact, as could be seen at the altar and all around the band’s staging. After dinner, guests headed to the adjacent ballroom, where they mingled and danced all night long!

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Kyla and Lance began planning their dream wedding for May 2020 at Lonesome Valley in North Carolina, but Covid-19 had other plans for them. Like many 2020 couples, they found themselves focusing on the health and safety of their friends and family. We switched gears, and designed and planned this elopement for them at the parents of the groom’s home, with only their immediate family members.

From the bracelet that the mother of the groom wore on her own wedding day to the heirloom champagne flutes, family was woven throughout the entire event. Upholstered benches allowed families sit together, while staying apart from other households. Organically placed florals surrounded the couple at the end of the aisle. Personalized baskets filled with Chick-fil-A orders were awaiting family members as they exited the celebration. What a sweet nod to the couple’s very first date location!

Kyla and Lance took every curveball thrown at them with so much grace. It may not have been as originally planned, but it was the perfectly intimate way to celebrate Mr. and Mrs. Berry!

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Ashton and Tim held a summer wedding at the The Reserve at Lake Keowee. The day kicked off with the bride getting ready in a home in The Reserve, and the groom and groomsmen spending the morning on the lake. Close family friends hosted a pool party and welcome barbecue for all of the arriving wedding guests.

After the first look, the bridal party headed to the afternoon ceremony, held on the first tier of the lawn. After the conclusion of the ceremony, the guests went around the Clubhouse to the Front Lawn for cocktail hour. During this time, the wedding party and families took pictures at the ceremony site, and then the clouds turned dark. Amidst the heavy rain, Tim decided to take advantage of the storm. He asked the staff at The Reserve for a mason jar and took it outside to collect the rain. He brought Ashton the jar after the storm ended, and said, “I thought we could freeze this and use it to baptize our children one day”. What a sentimental surprise!

Just as cocktail hour ended, the storm blew over and the wedding guests headed down the lawn for the reception. The wedding party made their entrance, very aptly, to AC/DC’s Thunderstruck. First dances were had, cake was cut, toasts were given, and the bouquet was thrown. After the traditions, the Clemson Tiger mascot brought everyone onto the dance floor, to dance along with the wedding band, Steel Toe Stiletto. At the end of the night, all of the cheering guests lit the sparklers. The bands’ horns section gathered and led the new Mr. and Mrs. to their getaway car, a 1949 Cadillac convertible. 

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With a sunshine-filled brunch wedding located at the Cliffs at Glassy, Sheelah & Ryan opted for an intimate celebration. The Cliffs at Glassy Chapel provided the perfect setting for their Catholic ceremony, while also integrating the bride’s Filipino traditions. As their guests arrived at the Cliffs clubhouse for the reception, guests were greeted with a handcrafted sparkling refresher beverage. The entire day felt as it was in the midst of a secret garden, with lush greenery adorning the suspended hanging cake. The design process began around a shade of eggplant, and then branched to lighter, summery shades of lavender and mauve.

As food stations opened, their guests visited several unique stations, including an Asian noodle bar (complete with tiny chinese takeout boxes and chopsticks). The personal touches continued even into the favors they gifted their loved ones. As collectors of local Blue Ridge Pottery, the couple selected hand-crafted pottery pieces from the same artisan. The favors were complete with their own air plant and care instructions. Throughout the entire day, it was so evident how much their family and friends loved them. They were definitely a couple worth celebrating, and it was such a blessing to be a part of their day!

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Beckon Events // Berbank Events // Cliffs at Glassy // Cotton Rouge & Co. // Couture Cakes // Industry Event Rentals // Melissa Brewer Photography // Professional Party Rentals // Renee Burroughs Design // Uptown Entertainment

Sarah and Kevin wed in Glassy Chapel, looking over upstate South Carolina. Atop Glassy Mountain, they exchanged vows on a perfect July day. With white floral bouquets, and pale blue-hued bridesmaids, the aesthetic cooled the summer heat.

After they became husband and wife, the party kicked off at The Cliffs at Glassy Clubhouse. On the back lawn, a tent welcomed guests to their seats and a breathtaking view of the mountains. Under the elegant chandeliers and draping, open whitewashed tables mixed with sage linens. Custom cocktail napkins inset with their beloved dog’s face complimented their signature drink.

The Mighty Kicks band kept the party going all night long. At the end of the night, a professional fireworks show across the pond surprised guests. Then, guests turned around and sent the couple off among a tunnel of sparklers to the awaiting vintage Rolls Royce!

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Angela Zion Photography // Beckon Events // Berbank Events // Cliffs at Glassy // Cotton Rouge & Co. // Kathy & Company // Mighty Kicks // Mulfinger String Quartet // Professional Party Rentals // Willow Florals