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Bells + Bright Colors for this Sweet Summer Wedding

With ringing bells and warm colors, these two became husband and wife and we have the perfect pics by Callie Davis of Nancy Ray Photography and the film by Life Stage Films to prove it. The Fearrington House played host (and event planner and floral designer) for this sweet Southern wedding and we can’t get enough. But no need to fret, there’s plenty of pretty to go around in our Vault right this way!

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From The Fearrington HouseEllie and Nick were married August 6th, 2016 at Fearrington Village. On a gorgeous summer day, these two tied the knot under the Pecan Trees with a beautiful ceremony, and danced the night away in The Fearrington Barn. The couple incorporated details of their venue with custom invitations featuring drawings of Fearrington’s “Beltie” cows and The Barn. Family and friends celebrated the newlyweds with dinner, dancing and an incredible sparkler send-off.

From their vows, “I vow to live with transparency, sharing my greatest joys and my deepest sorrows with you as well as everything in between, even when it feels messy and out of control.” Congratulations to this wonderful couple!

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Photography: Nancy Ray Photography | Videography: Life Stage Films | Event Planning: The Fearrington House | Floral Design: The Fearrington House | Wedding Cake: The Fearrington House | Hair + Makeup: Face Forward Hair & Makeup Designs | Ceremony Music: Tony Williamson | Wedding Venue: The Fearrington House | Film Processing: Indie Film Lab | Paper Goods + Maps + Albums: Indigo Envelope

A Fall Garden Wedding Anchored in Southern Grace

Lauren and Brandon’s wedding day at The Fearrington House was about so much more than pretty florals or styled details. Although gorgeous in every way, it was a celebration centered on family and the ones they love most. With Brandon’s father passing weeks before the wedding, they were focused on what truly matters and chose to incorporate meaningful heirlooms like their grandparents’ rings. Callie Davis of Nancy Ray Photography told their love story through her lens and it’s all inside The Vault.

From Callie Davis of Nancy Ray Photography… Lauren and Brandon were married on a gorgeous Fall day and from the moment that they saw each other during their first look to the moment that they walked through an exciting line of sparklers, there was so much joy beaming on both of their faces.

With Brandon losing his father a couple weeks before their wedding day, both the bride and groom were reminded how sweet life truly is and that all that really matters is relationships. With their friends and families close, they committed their lives to each other underneath a beautiful greenery covered pergola and then danced the night away in the romantic barn at Fearrington Village.

Lauren looked stunning in her unique one shoulder gown and her lush garden bouquet added a subtle pop of color to match the garden setting. Lauren and Brandon both chose to wear their grandparents rings, an heirloom that they hope to continue to be passed down in their family.

Photography: Nancy Ray Photography | Coordination: The Fearrington House | Event Design: The Fearrington House | Floral Design: The Fearrington House | Wedding Dress: Lea-Ann Belter Bridal Flagship Boutique | Cake: The Fearrington House | Bridesmaids' Dresses: J.Crew | Catering: The Fearrington House | Hair + Makeup: Ashley Mooney | Band: The Adrian Duke Project | Groomsmen's Attire: Menguin | Venue: The Fearrington House | Signage: Dalby Design | Succulent Favors: Living Decor Charlotte

Elegant Fearrington Village Barn Wedding

What’s better than one beautiful bride you ask? Well, two of course! Floating around in flowy sweetheart dresses, happily committing their forevers to each other and stealing kisses in front of Fearrington Village‘s glowing barn. Graham Terhune has built a charming gallery for us in THE VAULT and we’re betting you’ll feel the love radiating from it too.

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From the Brides…We chose Chapel Hill, North Carolina for our big day. Xan grew up in the area and could not think of a more special place to get married than Fearrington. It was the perfect venue for us and matched our style completely, from the rustic feel of the barn to the beautiful Gardens that were the backdrop to our Ceremony, and the modern touches we were able to add with decor. We live in Austin, so we were able to meet with Gilda McDaniel in person in December for three hours and plan most of the wedding. Being out-of-state, it was such a relief to know that the Food, Drink, Cake, and Flowers were all in-house and that we could trust Fearrington’s reputation of exceptional food, great service and elegant but comfortable style.

And they did an amazing job. We wanted everything to feel simple but beautiful. We didn’t particularly have “colors” to work with for two reasons. One, because we each asked our older brothers to be our Best Men instead of traditional bridesmaids. Two, because we had no idea what each others dresses looked like or what colors were involved. We depended on our moms and few friends to tell us if our choices went well together. And on the wedding day, it was amazing to see how perfect our dress colors went with each other and the rest of the day! We decided the boys should wear a light grey suit with brown shoes. And the rest of our colors should be light, neutral colors like white, grey, light pink, and light yellow. A last minute decision was to incorporate some succulents into our floral arrangements, which we think gave our North Carolina wedding a “Texas” touch. Plus it was fun to have pops of color from the succulents! Since the barn is this unbelievably elegant yet rustic space, we decided to keep all our details a little more modern. Most of our escort cards, place cards, and table numbers were off white or light grey. We also thought it would be fun to add a small floral element to each place setting and Mary from Fearrington did such a great job tying that in! One of the most fun parts about planning the wedding was coming up with the table names. We decided to go with restaurant names of some of our favorite places throughout the country including the restaurant we first met at and local favorites from our college towns (Charlottesville, Nashville, and Chapel Hill). Our guests seemed to have fun seeing where they were placed, most of the them having been to that spot.

The wedding day was spectacular, we each had a quick brunch with a few girlfriends before we got ready in separate rooms. About half way through makeup, we experienced a massive thunderstorm and down pour of rain! Luckily, the radar said it was moving through fast and before we knew it blue skies were back and the rain had cooled off what would have been a typical 90 degree summer day in Chapel Hill. We changed our ceremony site the day before when we saw our parents scheming in the corner while we rehearsed our vows in the blazing sun with no shade in site. Gilda, the Fearrington wedding planner, took us over to possibly the most gorgeous site that had plenty of shade, beautiful crab trees, and the most amazing backdrop you could ask for. The garden behind us was breathtaking and I can’t believe we didn’t consider this spot sooner. Our ceremony was short but sweet and afterwards we gathered in the Garden House to greet family and friends and take a few formal photos. The cocktail hour was highlighted by our signature drink, the Texas Mule. A Texas mule is a typical Moscow mule instead featuring Tito’s vodka, handmade in Texas. We think the drink turned out to be a real hit as we ran out of mix before the end of the night :) The cocktail hour was followed by dinner and dancing in the Barn. We snuck out with our photographers during dinner to have a moment together and catch the sunset light. It was fun and really special to have that time together to reflect on everything that was happening and share our experience so far together. We were joined by the iconic Beltie Fearrington cows in the background. After dancing, we refueled our guests with sliders and fries before our sparkler exit. The sparkler exit beautifully lit up the outdoor space in front of the Barn and ended the night perfectly.

All in all, we couldn’t be happier with how the day went and the look and feel of the wedding. Believe it or not, a ton of planning was not done on our side. But the staff at Fearrington captured exactly what we envisioned and we feel it matched our personalities to a tee. The spaces at Fearrington are so beautiful, you really just need to add a few personal touches to make it our own, like the modern decor, the rustic farm tables, scattered succulents throughout the floral arrangements, and of course, the delicious Texas Mules.

Photography: Anagram Photo | Floral Design: The Fearrington House | Cake: The Fearrington House | Catering: The Fearrington House | Makeup: Tiffany Mentrack | Makeup: The Makeup Culture | Band: Sol Fusion | Venue: The Fearrington House

Summer Garden Wedding at Fearrington House

Southern daytime wedding is my cup of (sweet) tea! Overflowing with love and sweet looks, these two said “I do” at Fearrington House and toasted with Southern comforts from cornbread to grits galore. We have Marcie Meredith to thank for capturing all these tasty treats (this cake!) and for helping to make our Friday morning a whole lot brighter! See it all in the Vault right this way!

From Marcie Meredith Photography… It was a hot summer day, but a kind couple, yummy Southern comfort food, and a relaxed environment made for a wonderful wedding. Emily and Grant decided on a daytime wedding full of classic touches at the Fearrington House. In a serene natural environment, the ceremony was set in the Crab Apple Garden. White flowers with hints of blush and peach adorned the aisle. The soft color theme continued in all of the floral arrangements and bouquets, the bridesmaid dresses and the light, airy outdoor terrace. Lunch was full of assorted meats and cheeses, smoked salmon, shrimp, and crab dip as well as traditional Southern grits, cornbread, mac & cheese, and other delicious treats. Food for the soul! I especially loved seeing Emily and Grant take care of their guests and create an atmosphere in which they could spend time with everyone. It was truly an honor to be a part of!

Photography: Marcie Meredith Photography | Event Planning: The Fearrington House | Floral Design: The Fearrington House | Wedding Dress: Mikaella Bridal | Invitations: Mayla Studios | Bride's Shoes: Menbur | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Alfred Sung | Hair And Makeup: Salon Povera | Band: Magic Pipers | Groom's Attire: Jim's Formal Wear | Ceremony Music: Arioso Strings | Transportation: Carolina Livery | Venue: The Fearrington House | Catering & Cake: The Fearrington House

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Romantic Autumn Fearrington Village Wedding

From the graceful al fresco ceremony to a painter creating a beautiful work of art during the reception (loving this idea!) to the stunning autumn palette, this wedding is wholeheartedly a Fearrington Village wedding at it’s best: romantic, beautiful and full of joy. And we have Faith Teasley to thank for capturing it all from behind her lovely lens. Head to the full gallery for more!

From Faith TeasleyLeigh and Samuel were wed on a truly magical day at Fearrington Village. After growing up with regular visits to Fearrington, it was a natural choice for Leigh’s wedding venue. The Fearrington team created such a lovely affair for this sweet couple. Every detail, from the fall inspired flower arrangements to an exquisite menu, was perfect. Eleatta Diver, an artist, painted a breathtaking Fearrington scene during the reception. The love between Leigh and Samuel is contagious! That October day was a joy-filled occassion for all in attendance.

Photography: Faith Teasley Photography | Videographer: Perfect Day Images | Wedding Coordinator: The Fearrington House | Florist: The Fearrington House | Wedding Gown: Maggi Bridal | Cake: The Fearrington House | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Maggi Bridal | Makeup Artist: Onloktion Makeup Artistry | Artist: Custom Made By Cristian Eterovic | Ceremony And Reception Venue: The Fearrington House | Film Processing: Indie Film Lab | Music: Andrew Kasab, Folk Guitarist | Signs: Calligraphy by Carrie

Serene Farmland Wedding Inspiration

After a wonderfully relaxing long weekend, being greeted by the serenity of this shoot from Caroline Lima and Sweet SaraBell Weddings is the perfect way to ease on into the week ahead, if you ask me. From the rolling hills of North Carolina to the twirl-worthy Lazaro dresses from Victorian Rose Bridal to the paper pretties from Amanda Day Rose, it’s a marrying of farmland love and sweet style that will have you grabbing that second cup of coffee to peruse the gallery just a bit longer.

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From Sweet SaraBell WeddingsThis shoot was inspired by the beautifully serene farmland, fields and forests of North Carolina. One of the things I love most about North Carolina is how you can be in the downtown city, and in a matter of minutes you can drive into the rolling hills filled with cattle, horses and wildflowers. We wanted to celebrate the beauty found in nature, and enhance it with soft tones, natural elements, delicate flowers, and unique decorations. All of the creative minds involved in this shoot are people that not only have amazing talent, they are people that have amazing hearts. It was truly a pleasure to come together with these wonderful people to share our inspiration and passion for naturally beautiful events.

Photography: Caroline Lima Photography | Wedding Dress: Lazaro From Victorian Rose Bridal | Cake: Ashley Cakes | Catering: Unforgettable Food Affairs | Bridal Shoes With Gold: Kate Spade | Car: Het Landhuis | Props And Decorations: Table Of Contents | Rentals: CE Rentals | Stationery And Paper Goods: Amanda Day Rose | Styled Shoot: Het Landhuis | Styling, Creative Direction And Florals: Sweet SaraBell Weddings | Wedding Dress Tule: Etsy

Cozy Fearrington Village Wedding

With the crisp, cool air of autumn right around the corner, I’m craving rustic barns, twinkling lights and dusky gray skies like you wouldn’t believe. And thanks to Krystal Kast, I’m getting my fall fix today with this cozy affair held at Fearrington Village. Complete with a couple adorable white belly-striped cows, a candlelit aisle and a wildly beautiful bouquet from Mary Stevens, it’s easy to get comfy in this gallery.

From Krystal Kast Photography… Erica and Matt met while working at the National Basketball Association. Their friendship grew into a relationship and after almost three years, Matt surprised Erica by proposing on the same spot they first met at the NBA offices. No wonder this couple sprinted to their “I do’s” and were one of the happiest couples to be married this year!

From the beautiful Bride…We got married on an absolutely gorgeous November evening in North Carolina. Our ceremony was outdoors in the peaceful gardens of the Fearrington, the ideal venue for our romantic and intimate wedding. During our ceremony, the sun set behind the fall foliage and a full moon rose high in the clear sky, allowing the candles to shine bright and cast a warm glow on our friends and family. The reception was in the charming Fearrington barn, which was elegantly styled in all white decor with pops of color from the stunning floral centerpieces arranged by Mary Stevens. Our friends and family danced the night away to Sol Fusion, a phenomenal eleven-piece band that impressed us with their powerful singing and entertaining mash ups. We enjoyed delicious food and cake, the latter designed beautifully with cascading roses in shades of fuchsia, ombre-styled. The guests bid us farewell with dazzling sparklers and then indulged in the locally-made Chapel Hill Toffee, their parting favor, on the way home. Most special day of our lives.

Photography: Krystal Kast Photography | Floral Design: The Fearrington House | Wedding Dress: L'Fay Bridal | Invitations: Smock | Bridesmaid Dresses: Alfred Sung | Makeup And Hair: Makeupforyourday | Grooms Attire: Men's Wearhouse | Groomsmen Attire: Men's Wearhouse | Ceremony Music: Arioso Strings | Bridal Jewelry: Kate Spade | Bride And Bridal Shoes: Nina | Ceremony And Reception Venue: The Fearrington House | Coorindation: The Fearrington House | Reception Music: Sol Fusion | Save The Dates: A Printable Press | Transporations: Carolina Livery

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Romantic Dairy Farm Wedding

The Fearrington House might be my new favorite place in the world to say I do.  And when I say it “might,” I mean that it totally is.  Dairy farm meets classic beauty, it’s the perfect place to celebrate romantic nuptials just like this one: a day filled to the brim with lace, rustic meets gorgeous details and one breathtaking moment after another captured by Krystal Kast.  Get your pretty on right here.

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From Krystal Kast Photography… Meg and Nick met in Washington DC and, after dating for two years, they moved to North Carolina for graduate school at UNC Chapel Hill. The weekend before they started school, they we went to dinner at Fearrington. After dinner, they passed a wedding reception at the Fearrington Barn and sneaked a peek inside. Meg whispered to her mom, “I am going to get married here!” The next summer, Nick proposed to her on top of a mountain while they were vacationing in western North Carolina. They knew right away that they would be saying their vows in the Fearrington gardens.

From The Bride… Nick and I wanted our wedding day to be simple and relaxing (as relaxing as your wedding day can be…) with a small group of our closest family and friends. We looked for ways we could add small personal touches throughout. We designed and printed our save the dates, invites, and thank you cards. They reflected the simplicity and rustic feel we wanted for our day. My sister designed our monogram for the invites, which we also printed on labels for our welcome bags. We designed and printed our own wedding weekend crossword puzzle and newsletter with directions, restaurant and shopping recommendations, and travel info to include for our guests. We opted not to have attendants, and instead found ways to include our parents and siblings into other aspects of our ceremony. We asked our 65 guests to pass our rings to bless them during the ceremony so everyone could be included. For cocktail hour, we pulled dozens of old childhood pictures from albums, reprinted them and strung them between two vintage ladders with clothespins along with our seating arrangements. It created a really fun centerpiece to complement the surrounding gardens and pastures. Instead of a more formal plated dinner, we worked with Fearrington to create an amazing reception menu (including our favorite, Carolina pork bbq) that allowed us to mingle with all of our guests before we started the dance party. We were so happy to have created such a comfortable, relaxing atmosphere where we could really enjoy every moment of our wedding!

Photography: Krystal Kast Photography | Wedding Dress: Lea-Ann Belter Bridal Flagship Boutique | Shoes: Kate Spade | Engagement Ring: Ageless Heirlooms On Etsy | Jewelry: Traditions By Anna | Makeup And Hair: Carla White | DJ: Bunn DJ Company | Groom's Attire: Burberry | Venue: The Fearrington House | Cufflinks: The Rusted Key On Etsy | Guest Book: Delovely Arts On Etsy | Handkerchiefs: Couture Wedding Hankie On Etsy | Ring Bowl: Paloma's Nest On Esty | Wedding Rings: Blue Nile

Vintage Pittsboro, North Carolina Wedding

This bride is my wedding soul sister. Every single image from Caroline Lima Photography took my breath away and I couldn’t help but think “this is my dream wedding” over and over again. Set at the beautiful Fearrington Village, the elegant soiree was nothing short of perfect.


From the photographer… When I asked the bride about the color palette of the wedding, she told me she was going to have lots of beige and white because she did not like saturated colors very much. Since the bride didn’t want a lot of flowers, the florist Mary Stevens, did an amazing job creating centerpieces and bouquets with lots of greeneries. The centerpieces were all different from each other and we could find succulents inside of glass jars, bird nests, vintage vases and a lot more beautiful pieces that added a rustic and elegant touch to the wedding.

Christina goal was to look vintage and she was stunning! She wore a watch that her grandfather gave to her grandmother in 1948. On the back of the watch it was engraved “Fully to Pat 7-24-1948”

Instead of high heels, she wore french style shoes, so unique! Her lace dress was gorgeous and the flower girls were adorable triplets! It was a very warm day, it rained a little bit and we got to use these cute black and white umbrellas on some photos!

Photography: Caroline Lima Photography | Event Planning: The Fearrington House | Flowers: The Fearrington House | Dress: David's Bridal | Wedding Cake: The Fearrington House | Ceremony Venue: The Fearrington House | Reception Venue: The Fearrington House | Catering: The Fearrington House | Ceremony Music: Arioso Strings

Fearrington House Wedding from Krystal Kast Photography

Brought to us by Krystal Kast Photography this The Fearrington House wedding is one part southern charm, one part antique elegance, and 100% gorgeous. This sweet-as-can-be couple brought their loved ones together in North Carolina to celebrate their union in true vintage style. Filled to the brim with beautiful blooms and pretty pops of purple and pink, their event was DIY done right. The bride crafted tons of the adorable details herself and you can see every last lovely bit and bobble right here in the gallery.

From Krystal Kast Photography … I am thrilled to share this elegant garden wedding with you! I first met Carrie and Nick in August of 2011 and instantly fell in love with this couple. Not only were they genuinely smitten with each other, Carrie had an amazing talent for scouting out antiques and crafting. With this combination, I knew their wedding would be spectacular and Carrie and Nick extended true Southern hospitality at its finest!!! Indeed, the wedding day showcased their many talents and love for each other as well as the love for their family and friends. The details were so thoughtfully put together with heirloom antiques as well as vintage details that Carrie and her mother collected just for the event. They collected over 175 vintage plates for their 3 course dinner at the reception!

Wedding Photography: Krystal Kast Photography / Wedding Venue: The Barn at Fearrington House / Event Coordination: Gilda McDaniel and Cheryl-Anne Kast of the The Fearrington House / Floral Design: Mary Stevens of The Fearrington House / Wedding Cake + Catering: The Fearrington House / Cake Topper: Heirloom / Ceremony Music: Arioso Strings / Cocktail Music: Tommy Edwards Bluegrass Experience / Reception Music: In Full / Graphic Designer: Liz Diller / Hair Piece: Lo Boheme / Makeup: Pamela Hung from OnLoKtion Makeup / Dress Designer: Ivy and Aster / Shoes: Kate Spade / Bridemaids Dresses: J.Crew / Scarves: J.Crew / Jewelry: Heirloom + J.Crew / Rings: Custom-made / Groomsmen’s Suits: Jos A. Bank / Groomsmen’s Shirts: J.Crew / Men’s Ties: Banana Republic

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