Caroline & Ryan

May 26

Charleston, South Carolina

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Q&A with the Bride:

Which details from your wedding were your favorites?

The first detail that was one of my favorites was my dress!  Ever since I first tried it on I never wanted to take it off.  When I put it on for our wedding, I just couldn’t believe that I was lucky enough to be wearing such a gorgeous dress.  The second detail would be that we were able to have our fur babies in the wedding.  We had thought of the idea a long time ago, but we just didn’t know how everything would work out.  In the end we were so happy we put the dogs in the wedding.  Our two Siberian Huskies, Samson and Mya, were perfect, and they looked so cute with Samson wearing his light blue bow tie and Mya wearing her light blue and brown tutu.  The last detail, which I am so grateful for is that all of our closest family and friends were able to attend.  We weren’t sure how that would work out with us choosing a destination wedding, but when they all showed up to celebrate with us it just made our day even more special.

Give us the one moment in your wedding day you can’t stop thinking about.

The moment that I can’t stop thinking about is the moment where my dad and I first turned the corner to walk down the aisle.  I will never forget this moment for two reasons: the first is seeing Ryan’s face at the end of the aisle.   Words cannot describe the emotions that were pouring from his face at that point.  When I saw his face, I saw all of the genuine and pure love that he has for me, and at that point I knew how wonderful of a man I was about to marry.  The second reason I love this moment is because I had the first man I would ever love, my dad, walking me down the aisle to meet the man who would take his place, and he never faltered one step.  My dad was there for me at that pivotal moment, fully supporting me and my decision to get married, which just showed how deep his love for me is.  So to be in that moment with the two men who love me the most was just breathtaking.

Chelsea & Hunter

April 14

Awendaw, South Carolina

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Our Q&A with the Bride:

What was the one thing about your venue that made you know it was the one?

We looked at so many gorgeous venues in Charleston but Hunter’s parents house was set on the perfect backdrop so it just made sense.  We had the OK to have the wedding our way, and we were also able to pick any date (which can be very tricky with Charleston being a top wedding destination).

If you could offer one piece of advice for other couples planning their wedding, what would it be?

I have and will continue telling new bride-to-bes that it’s YOUR day so stand up and say it! Don’t over-invite because you “have to”.  A wedding is for you and your closest family and friends to enjoy and have those memories forever.  Keep the guest list small, it makes every other number grow.

Give us the one moment in your wedding day you can’t stop thinking about.

My favorite moment was walking down the aisle. I was so nervous and excited waiting to walk, but my dad helped make light of that and joked and teased with me. My brother-in-law was singing and playing guitar to Edwin McCain’s “I’ll Be” which I had picked out long before getting engaged. I had not told or shown Hunter anything about my dress so I couldn’t wait to see him. Once I saw him I really don’t remember the rest of the walk down. The nerves calmed and I couldn’t wait for that KISS! And to get our party started!

Katie & Mike

May 5

James Island, South Carolina

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From the Photographer: “The wedding was held in the groom’s close friend’s backyard on James Island. Green grass, oak trees, and beautiful city views are just some of the features of this venue – plus, the couple was married on the evening with the largest full moon of the year. For me, the kiss at the ceremony was quite powerful. The officiant had to tell the groom several times “Not yet, Mike!” But once he got approval, Mike lifted Katie up while kissing her.”

Heather & Bryan

April 7

Conway, South Carolina

Possibly one of the most fun couples I’ve ever worked with. Their wedding was mostly DIY, they had a lot of help from some very crafty family members. The bridal party flowers, centerpieces, ceremony & reception decorations, and the cake were all done by friends and family. The green bridesmaids dresses went beautifully with the natural setting they chose for the venue, the Conway Riverwalk and the Peanut Warehouse. Bryan & Heather chose to do a first look which was great fun seeing Bryan’s face when he saw her for the first time. Then on the way back to the venue they chose to have a private walk back together just to get a little time to themselves. The bride told me after the wedding that “my wedding couldn’t have been more perfect!” ~ Gillian Reinhardt, of Carolina Studios by Gillian Reinhardt

Abbie & Chris

May 14

Georgetown, South Carolina

When I first saw this wedding, I felt like I was being transported to the 70s in modern day. The photography, by IndieSunday, mixed with the vintage decor, created by Yoj Events llc, makes for a creatively unique wedding feature. The pops of pastels mixed with moss and rustic wood are enhanced by beautiful chandeliers and vintage lace. But putting aside all of the details, and the bride’s breath-taking Modern Trousseau gown, is the getaway car – if that’s not vintage, I don’t know what is!