October 4, 2016

Amrita & Alex: Patrick Henry Ballroom

The most beautiful part about a wedding is that two people are bringing their traditions together and creating a family. UK based Amrita and Alex celebrated this union of tradition by having a Hindu ceremony and an English ceremony, all in one memorable day. Amrita, an architect and Alex, a pilot, put a lot of work and heart into the early stages of their relationship (long distance is hard!) and built a solid foundation. While Amrita was in the US and Alex in the UK, they would have Skype dates called “Dunches” (dinner for him and lunch for her) and, as Alex’s best man lovingly described, would cook the same exact meal to feel more connected on cyber dates. If your still squealing about how adorable that is, check out the film and see their friends and families embrace each other’s cultures and make that joyful, colorful, wonderful day, really special for Amrita and Alex.

Vendors: Jessica Maida Photography, Patrick Henry Ballroom

September 21, 2016

Bianca & Andrew: The Umstead

One of the most beautiful things about Bianca & Andrew’s wedding is that it was, not only a chance to celebrate the love they have for each other but, also an opportunity for their friends and family to show their love and support for the couple’s journey ahead. Their guests traveled from all over the world to be with them on their special day and the celebrations began with a traditional Chinese Tea Ceremony. It was all a fairytale from there, as Bianca donned a princess gown, met her prince down the isle, and danced the night away with the people that love them the most.

Vendors: Cake: Ashley Cakes | Florist: Brides and Bouquets | Photographer: Joe Payne Photography | DJ: Morse Entertainment (Mike) | Venue: The Umstead

September 10, 2016

Kristin & Jordan: Rose Hill Plantation

“Jordan and Kristin, your hearts have been set on each other for years now… Kristin we remember the journal that you kept, and 8 years ago today in your middle school journal, writing down a prayer that if it be the Lord’s will that Jordan would be your husband.” Kristin and Jordan’s story is steady, romantic and intricately ordained. A middle-school friendship turned romance. And years of hoping, praying and waiting which all led to this magical spring ceremony under the vibrant oak trees at Rose Hill Plantation.

Vendors: Classy Transportation, GrooveTown Band, Jamie Blow Photography, Madeline’s Flower Shop, A Memory Worth Making Bakery, Premier Party Planners (Nicole), Rose Hill Plantation, Save The Date Music, Twenty-One Films

August 15, 2016

Katie & Parker: The Carolina Inn

“Where else would a girl from Boston, and a boy from South Carolina, who met while going to school in New York and Connecticut, before they start their lives in Texas, have their wedding? Chapel Hill North Carolina…couldn’t think of a more perfect place.” Katie’s dad said it best. The Carolina Inn in Chapel Hill was the perfect place for Katie and Parker’s elegant wedding. After exchanging meaningful gifts during their blind look, Katie and Parker said their “I do’s” under a Carolina blue sky amidst beloved family and friends. Their friends toasted to their luck, but also spoke of their kindness and grace as defining characteristics and what makes them perfect for each other. The night ended with some killer dance moves (one of Katie’s brothers split his pants while trying to bust a move) and a romantic sparkler exit!

Vendors:
Arioso Strings, Ashley Cakes, Erin McLean Events, Fresh Affairs, Graham Terhune Photography, Joe Bunn DJ Company, Makeup For Your Day, Twenty-One Films

August 9, 2016

Sarah & Travis: Downtown Raleigh

Sarah and Travis’s love story is the kind you see in movies. Their connection was so genuine and real that, to quote the maid of honor, “on their third date, Sarah said ‘I love you’ and Travis replied, ‘I’m going to marry you'”. Swoon! Sarah and Travis’s downtown Raleigh wedding was also a ceremony of a family coming together. Travis’s daughter, Avery, was grinning from ear to ear as she tried on Sarah’s heels, tossed rose petals down the isle, and spun like a princess during the reception. Also, an urban-chic downtown wedding would not be complete without the Raleigh Trolley!

Vendors: Azul Photography, Catering Works, Raleigh Trolley, Twenty-One Films, Soul Psychedelique, Whiskey & White Events

August 2, 2016

Morgan & Ryan: Carolina Country Club

“Morgan and Ryan… you have set a high bar for your friends, and for your families, of what a true loving relationship looks like”. Truer words could not have been spoken during Morgan and Ryan’s Christ-centered ceremony. And each toast given at the reception further attested to their unconditional love and devotion to eachother (as well as their family and friends). I can’t even listen to the Morgan’s dad give his toast without getting choked up! Our favorite moments from the day included: Morgan’s first look with her dad, and Morgan and Ryan’s first dance (the way they lock eyes everytime they dance will melt your heart). We especially love how their personalities were incorporated throughout the entire day (like when Ryan rocked out the reception on a guitar Morgan surprised him with that weekend).

Head over to Robyn Van Dyke’s blog to see her lovely images from the day!

Vendors: Carolina Country Club, Edenton Street United Methodist Church, Kelly Odom, Robyn Van Dyke Photography, Scott Thompson & Band, Sweet Memories, Twenty-One Films

May 23, 2016

Anna & Brian: Washington Duke Inn

Anna and Brian were married on a beautiful summer day at The Washington Duke Inn in Durham, NC. Not only was their love for each other evident (they may have had the sweetest first look we’ve ever seen), but so was their love for their many family and friends. Our favorite moments from the day included: Anna and Brian’s first look, the family-style set up for dinner, and the all the loving words spoken by their siblings, parents, grandfather and uncle (who officiated the wedding).

Wedding Day Pros:
Jamie Blow Photography | The Punch Band | Sweet Memories | Tre Bella Florist | Twenty-One Films | Washington Duke Inn (Diane)

May 12, 2016

Skye & Ben, The Sutherland

Skye + Ben were married at The Sutherland in Wake Forest, NC. Their handwritten vows and thoughtful toasts made the perfect foundation for their short film. Our favorite moments from the day included: their sweet flower girl chucking petals at the ground, Skye’s first look with her dad, and Skye and Ben’s first moments together as husband + wife as they walked the grounds at The Sutherland.

Wedding Day Pros:
Harris Teeter | Morse Entertainment (Cameron) | The Sutherland (Ashlee) | Twenty-One Films | Vanessa L Photography

May 10, 2016

Ashley & Joshua: Graylyn Estate

Ashley and Josh had a fairy-tail wedding at Graylyn Estate in Winston-Salem, NC. Our favorite moments from the day included: A+J’s intimate first look and their heart-felt handwritten vows. The whole day was sweet and romantic, just like the love A+J were celebrating!

See more of Ashley + Joshua’s wedding on Style Me Pretty.

Wedding Day Pros:
Graylyn Estate | Green Bee Floral | K2 Productions | Marcie Meredith Photography | Regi Originals | Twenty-One Films

April 26, 2016

Lauren & Jeff: Duke Gardens

Lauren and Jeff were married at Duke, where their friendship first started seven years ago. Some of our favorite moments from their day included: Lauren + Jeff’s reading of their handwritten notes (we love how much they have in common and how many memories they’ve made traveling the world together), their romantic first look at Duke, and the beautiful golden hour light during their first kiss as husband and wife.

To see more of their wedding, head over to Style Me Pretty.

Wedding Day Pros:
Officiant: Barbara Lodge | Bunn DJ Company | Carolina Livery | Catering Works | CE Rentals | Get Lit Special Events | Erin McLean Events (Carrington) | Makeup For Your Day | Nancy Ray Photography (Callie) | Tre Bella | Twenty-One Films