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From The Bride…I wanted to be able to look back at our wedding in 20 years and still love everything I chose, so I opted for a traditional ceremony, a neutral color scheme, and no first look! We chose to have a band and a full bar at our reception because although we did want our wedding day to be elegant and timeless, we definitely still wanted our guests to let loose and dance!

From Kaitie Bryant… Austin and Sarah’s wedding was the most elegant wedding I have ever shot. The Biltmore Ballrooms remind me of something you would expect to see in a French palace like Versailles, and the elegance of both the Cathedral and the Biltmore were a perfect fit for Sarah’s vision of a timeless wedding that could be appreciated 20+ years down the road. They both were radiant and the details of the day were simple and classy and elegant. Austin and Sarah did a great job incorporating their Alma Mater, Georgia Tech, by having the Tech Trolley for transportation and stopping to take some pictures near the main Georgia Tech sign.

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Wrapped in shimmering linens and beneath a crystal chandelier, this couple seriously sparkled while exchanging “I do’s.” And, thanks to Amy Arrington Photography, we’ve got a front row seat on all the glam. Click here for more gorgeous details from Bride Beautiful and Stylish Stems. Plus, wedding video by Rusticus Films!

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From Amy Arrington Photography…Vanessa + Gustavo’s wedding was such a stunning atmosphere. There were so many linens draped around Venue 92. The ceremony area was surrounded by sheer white drapes, and the couple were married under a gorgeous crystal chandelier. Pillars lined the aisle. Each pillar contained beautiful florals that sat in crystal vases. The reception area was full of rustic charm with exposed brick walls. The sweets tables held an array of pastries displayed in crystal vases + jars, and I loved Vanessa’s pink reception dress!

From The Bride…Our wedding day was even more special than I imagined it would be. Everything was perfect and beautiful ! We want to Thank Amy and Brandon for creating these gorgeous pictures and for their amazing work. Thank you so much for everything !!

As a bride who said “I do” in a converted industrial warehouse, I’m all about unique venues. And how much more special could it get than the one-of-a-kind Georgia Aquarium?! The perfect spot for your wedding day (or engagement shoot!), this amazing locale offers couples top-of-the-line catering from Wolfgang Puck, a stunning space and a once-in-a-lifetime experience for your guests.

Georgia Aquarium ensures your big day is seamless + stress free thanks to their incredible special event planners who will leave no detail attended! To get started planning your unforgettable Georgia Aquarium wedding, call 404.581.4126.

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Autumn Atlanta Estate Wedding

Fall lovers, get excited because this autumn “I do” is about as good as it gets. Captured by Amy Arrington Photography it’s a true celebration of Southern elegance amongst the foliage, and Design House Weddings and Events whipped up all-white blooms that sort of stole the show. Click here for more and don’t miss the film from Artworks Wedding Cinema.

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From the Bride… Our wedding day simply could not have been more perfect. It was incredibly rewarding to see four months of hard work and meticulous planning come together to create a beautiful, relaxing atmosphere to celebrate our love and start our life together.

We were blessed with the opportunity to say our vows at a truly unique, exquisite, and private home that exuded Southern elegance and timeless tradition, two themes that we carried forth into every detail of the wedding. The beauty of the home and its landscaping spoke for themselves, so we kept the ceremony décor simple. Sahara and cream rose petals lined the wedding aisle, leading to several oversized flower arrangements, which mimicked my bouquet. A springing fountain behind us created the illusion of an overhead altar, while its sounds added to the romantic and relaxed atmosphere.

The ceremony was short, sweet, and officiated by Danny’s Step-Father. Our vows were traditional in theme, yet modern and personal in diction. One of my favorite moments of the entire day was standing at the altar, watching my Danny trying to hold himself together, and realizing that I had never felt so relaxed and reassured in all of my life. It was gratifying to feel the confidence that I was bringing into marriage completely erase the stress that I brought into wedding planning.

Our reception was held in the grand ballroom of a local community center. The lighting of the chandeliers and the opulence of the large space added to our theme of timeless elegance. We added several personal touches to the traditional elements of our reception. Instead of sitting at the head table with our bridal party, Danny and I enjoyed a private candlelit dinner on a terrace overlooking the city lights. This was one of the most intimate moments of the entire day, as we were able to finally have a private moment to talk, laugh, and relish in the fact that we were officially a married couple.

The wedding cake was simply decorated with a pattern of hand-rolled, white chocolate pearls, while the back of the cake held a surprise. Baseball has always been one of the biggest aspects of Danny’s life, so I surprised him with a fondant baseball “smooshed” into the back of the cake. As another personal touch, we decided to forego traditional wedding favors and instead donated our wedding favor budget to a nonprofit called charity:water. Each guest was given a water bottle with a label designed to educate them on charity:water and the work they are doing to solve the world’s water crisis.

We (rather embarrassingly) danced the night away with our closest friends and family before ending the night to a song I had dedicated to my cousin, who tragically passed away just two years before. Driving off in a beautifully restored 1956 Chevy was the perfect moment to take it all in. At the end of it all, our wedding day served as a microcosm for how we hope to live the rest of our lives—surrounded by the ones we love, focused on our commitment to one another, dancing like fools, and laughing in stride at the “uh-oh’s” that life will undoubtedly throw at us.

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Fridays are good for many reasons, but this Friday just got a lot sweeter thanks to these gorgeous images from Artstar By Laura Stone. A plethora of pretty waits for you below, and once you get to scrolling you’ll see why we are oh-so-obsessed with every picture sitting pretty in this gallery.

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And because we simply can’t get enough of these two, here are a few snaps from their super sweet engagement session…

From The Bride…Amit and I met in Charleston, South Carolina at the hospital where Amit worked. The second that we saw each other, there was an instantaneous attraction/connection. We started out as very close friends. We would meet at local pubs and play Connect Four competitively. We would laugh for hours! I went to his band’s shows and was his #1 fan. Given our many mutual interests, senses of humor, and our love of French bulldogs, it was clear that our relationship was fated. We truly do complete each other’s thoughts and sentences!

After many months of dating, Amit and I were both offered positions in Atlanta. We were both excited to move back to our native state of Georgia and to a city that was dear to both of our hearts. I was born and raised in the city and Amit lived in Atlanta during college.

The evening before we were engaged, we enjoyed a concert with friends at the beautiful Piedmont Park. The next morning, we grabbed brunch and came back to pick up our car. We decided to take a Sunday morning stroll through the park because it was a beautiful day, and strangely, it marked exactly two years from the day we met! The scene was reminiscent of one of our first dates at a friend’s wedding in Piedmont Park. After taking in a beautiful view of the Atlanta skyline, Amit got down on one knee and popped the question-It was a perfect surprise!

Amit and I decided that Atlanta was the most fitting place to celebrate our new beginning. We both instantly thought of the Georgian Terrace because it’s absolutely beautiful, and its very “Atlanta”. It is a perfect combination of historic and modern, which is a blend of the two cities that we lived in together. The Georgian Terrace is one of the few historically preserved sites in the Atlanta area. Ever since I was a little girl, I always remember driving by it when my mom and I would go to the Nutcracker at the Fox. I also had pictures taken of myself in the beautiful stairwell when I was in my teens. The Grand Ballroom hosted the Gone With the Wind premiere ball, so I loved the sense of history in the room (it’s also one of my favorite movies J).

Our theme was classic and traditional. We wanted something that was timeless and it was fitting for our personalities. The color scheme was lavender and white with hints of peach. Lavender is my favorite color and I incorporated the white and peach accents since I’m an avid Clemson fan (the school colors are orange, white, purple).

On our wedding day, I wore my grandmother’s ruby ring on my right hand as my something “old” and wore her hanky from her wedding day as my “something borrowed” from my aunt. We were very close, and she’s no longer with us. So, I was able to feel her presence on our wedding day. I also wore a “sixpence in my shoe” that was given to me from one of my closest friends.

There were so many wonderful memories from the day, but we both agreed that the ceremony was amazing. I will never forget the moment that our eyes met as I was walking down the aisle. Everyone else literally melted away. I vividly recall the flood of emotion I felt when my dad met me down the aisle to give me away. During the ceremony, our officiant, Perry Rintye, broke the tension with surprise Yoda voice, which was something that we joked with him about in our initial conversations. It definitely made us laugh. We each shared our reasons for marrying one another and favorite traits with him before the wedding without knowing what the other had said. Our answers were read during our ceremony and were so touching. It made our ceremony even more intimate and personal.

We also enjoyed our time on the rooftop of the Georgian Terrace after our pictures with our families and bridal party. The sunset provided the perfect backdrop for our moment to just “be married” and take in the beautiful skyline that mirrored the one on the day that we were engaged.

We were announced as husband and wife from the picturesque balcony overlooking the Grand Ballroom. It was such an overwhelming feeling to have a bird’s eye view of all of your loved ones and friends in one room. We will never forget that moment. I recall instantly feeling the mood of the lavender lights. The Grand Ballroom is gorgeous without any decorations, so we wanted to keep it simple. I remember being even more blown away by our centerpieces. David at Chelsea Floral Designs went above and beyond. All of the flowers were gorgeous!!

We wanted a big party for our reception, so a rocking band, delicious food from the Livingston Restaurant, and plenty of libations were top on our list. Atlanta Beat rocked the house! They were amazing and even let Amit stand in on guitar with them. He played Billy Idol’s, White Wedding and Guns N’ Roses’, Sweet Child of Mine. It was so much fun!! The evening could not have run smoothly without the help of Dana Kicklighter from the Georgian Terrace. She was incredibly professional and attentive, and really made the night happen!

We exited our reception with a police escorted horse and carriage ride down Peachtree Street. It’s not every day that you see a horse and carriage stopping traffic on one of the busiest streets in Atlanta! It was relaxing to take a stroll and enjoy the last few moments of our wedding day. Laura did such an amazing job of capturing our moments on that day. Her pictures were absolutely breathtaking. You only have your pictures and your memories after your wedding day. Thank goodness our story was captured so beautifully by Laura, so we will always be able to reminisce the happiest day of our lives.

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Let me just start off by saying Odalys Mendez captured this wedding in a way that makes my heart sing. And it’s sure to do the same for you. It doesn’t hurt, of course, that this gorgeous fall fête is basically as lovely as they come, making every image in this gallery completely frame worthy.

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From Odalys Mendez…A palette of orange and red brought warmth to this cool autumn day, in which Temple and John chose to join their lives together in marriage. Choosing a traditional chapel in the regal area of Buckhead in Atlanta, Temple marched down the aisle to the melodies of a gospel singer, escorted by her father and her nieces dressed in whimsical fairy-like gowns and soft bud tiaras. The bride chose simplicity and feminine elegance in her lace Ravinia gown that she had customized with delicate lace cap sleeves. A bouquet of white orchids complimented the daintiness of the gown.

After a meaningful christian ceremony, the couple and their loved ones celebrated the union at the elegant Cherokee Town Club in Buckhead. Crystal chandeliers and towering florals amongst candlelight set the mood for a lavish dinner accented by the lively tunes of Rupert’s Orchestra. Heartfelt speeches were shared by the couple’s parents and closest friends as the group relaxed throughout the night with great food and fine wine.

Wedding gowns are a work of art to me. Intricate and exquisite, they are one of the most important pieces of clothing you’ll ever wear. So when we had the opportunity to take a behind the scenes look at how Chaviano Couture brings their visions to life, we obviously jumped. Captured beautifully by Exquisitrie By Kelly Sauer, this gallery is sure to leave you in awe.

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From Exquisitrie By Kelly Sauer….Have you ever wondered about the process that goes into making the loveliness that comes together for a wedding dress? Chaviano Couture wanted to give you a look at the care she puts into the process of creating custom wedding gowns for its brides, from the simple muslin beginnings to the small details to the stunning wedding day results.

This shoot, titled “Sew In Love” before it ever came into being, was a dream that Annette Thurmon and Carlee Sizemore had to tell the story of a custom wedding dress from behind the scenes. Their vision brought a fantastic creative team together last August to capture their inspiration for their brides. The shoot brought lace and vintage and tulle together with Carlee’s exquisite styling, Amy Osaba’s fantastic florals, and an amazing European vibe at the private residence that hosted the shoot. The shoot carries a bit of whimsy, a bit of fun, a dash of drama, and a whole lot of unparallelled pretty for the bride who is looking for inspiration for her own wedding.

How do you plan a wedding to your childhood best friend? Elegant. Fairytale. Timeless. At least that’s the approach this stunning Bride – who also happens to be a TODAY Show exec – took when she tied the knot with her lifelong pal turned NFL punter. The results? An “I do” fit for a power couple yet equally romantic as their story itself. Your Event Solution + Black Sheep Interiors made the magic happen, and Moreland Photography captured the goods. Happy swooning, loveies!

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From Moreland Photography…Jacqui (executive for NBC’s the Today Show) and Drew (Punter for the Chicago Bears) had a magical day! They were inviting many high named persons both from the North and the South. Jacqui wanted to put on a wedding to impress. But even so, she is the most down to earth and lovely bride we’ve ever worked with. Never once stopped to worry, never once seemed stressed out. She was just over the moon to marry her best friend since elementary school. This is a wedding we will never forget.

I’m about to share with you a story for the books. It’s the kind of love story that you hear about in books, or magazine, or you know someone who knows a story like this. I introduce to you the story of Jacqui and Drew. Jacqui and Drew have been friends since childhood. Their families always knew they’d be perfect together, but Jacqui and Drew had to find that out for themselves. Distance kept them apart, but nothing could lessen their friendship. He played football for UGA, she went to Alabama. After college, Jacqui moved to New York for work. It was then that Drew realized how important their friendship was to him. So one day, he asked her on a date. A little while later, he flew up to New York, and proposed to the woman of his dreams. To no one’s surprise, Jacqui said yes! Let the dream wedding planning begin! Fast forward to March 1, 2014 and here are the picture from Jacqui and Drew’s incredibly beautiful day!

Jacqui approached us through her wedding planner/coordinator/family friend Shane Meder. She was obsessed with our website and could quote our pictures in order of the opening slideshow! Needless to say she was hooked! Unfortunately, Mike was already book for a wedding that day. Mike gave her several other photographer’s names, but she came back asking about our Associate Photographers Team! Jacqui was hooked! And so the detailed planning of the day continued.

Jacqui has been so excited about her wedding dress since she picked it out at her mother-in-law’s dress shop! After pictures with the bride and bridesmaids, we all piled onto a lovely trolley from Georgia Trolley Services to transport the bridal party from the Four Seasons to the Biltmore Hotel. Once there we finished up with bride before the groom arrive on the UGA trolley the GTS also provided. They even shuttled guests back and forth through the day and after the reception. Before guests arrived, one photographer photographed the exceptional details of the day, while the other two stayed with Jacqui. From the florals to the centerpieces to the rose colored lighting, Shane, his team, YES Events and the staff at the Biltmore Ballrooms transformed the historical venue. This was the first time any one has done a ceremony in the Georgian Ballroom, but I think it will be the first of many more. There’s nothing quite like setting a trend.

After Jacqui and Drew said I DO, it was time for more pictures while the incredibly invested staff of YES and Affairs to Remember flipped the Georgian Ballroom from the ceremony site to plated dinner area. Many toasts of wonderful stories were shared and all the guests enjoyed laughing and sharing time with the newlyweds. After a full plated meal everyone then made their way into the Imperial Ballroom for a night of dancing! Then Jacqui changed into her sexy and sassy exit dress before a fun confetti filled exit to their Rolls Royce rented for the evening!

There is nothing quite as exciting or fabulous as a surprise wedding. And this version crafted by Ashley Baber Weddings (in one month!) takes the ease of a fabulous dinner party and mixes in the best parts of a wedding – the love, the family, the ceremony – in such an intimate and unexpected way. The images by Harwell Photography speak volumes for just how magical this day must have been. See it all right here.

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From The Bride… Earl and I knew each other in passing in college, but did not travel in the same social or academic circles. In fact, I distinctly recall having the impression that he didn’t seem to like me very much at all. Life found us in various different cities and coasts, but with one very dear friend in common with whom I traded texts every morning. She mentioned him in passing from time to time and I thought nothing of it well apart from believing he didn’t like me very much (he looked at me in a strange way!). And then one night I had a dream that Earl and I were together at an outdoor event and that he was my husband. Of course, I mentioned the dream in my morning text, as it seemed so completely bizarre. After all, I hadn’t seen or really thought about Earl in over 16 years, when we bumped into one another by chance on a crowded New York City street. Her response? “Weird. I’m on the phone with him right now. Will call in a few.” And with that, an idea germinated. She would later say that she didn’t know why she hadn’t thought of orchestrating the match sooner. It seems I misinterpreted the nature of those strange looks and after trading emails and telephone calls, he flew to Los Angeles for our first date. Before our second date, he told me he thought we should marry. Eight months later, we secretly married in a courthouse ceremony in Santa Barbara, California with my best friend and my father in attendance on what would have been my grandparents’ 70th wedding anniversary. Five days later, I moved to Atlanta to join Earl and begin our life together.

I’ve never been a wedding person, but having an actual wedding was important to Earl so we compromised, agreeing upon a short invitation list, a great dinner party and fabulous food and wine. As I began thinking through our wants and musthaves, it occurred to me that we might avoid some of the traditional wedding stressors, by planning a surprise wedding. Earl was game. We had settled on Quinones at Bacchanalia for our dinner venue and I had fallen in love with and ordered Monique Lhuillier’s Candy in blush prior to my move from Los Angeles. A friend connected me to the brilliant Tifany Wunschl of Gourmet Invitations who designed our invitations and related stationery. She is a master at drawing from you what you really want and integrating the competing tastes and styles of opinionated brides and grooms. We received countless compliments on our invitations, which matched the blush color of my dress and informed the color palette for the evening.

A dinner party/wedding for thirty should be an easy enough event to plan in a new city right? As it happens, not so much. A month before the event (yes, a month!) I engaged the unparalleled and unflappable Ashley Baber of Ashley Baber Weddings to coordinate our Engagement Dinner Surprise Wedding. She connected me to the remainder of my dream team of creatives, notably the incomparable Scoobie West for hair and makeup, the inspired Jeremy Harwell, for photography, Eva Behrendt who expertly designed our tablescapes and candlelit altar and Ed Wilson who partnered with us to craft and deliver a personalized marriage ceremony, perfect for us.

On March 16, 2013, we gathered in the restaurant’s outdoor courtyard with our closest friends and family for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, enjoying the unexpectedly mild weather. At the appointed hour I slipped away to change into my wedding dress while our guests were welcomed into the dining room, then utterly transformed by Eva Behrendt’s team in mercury glass, candlelight, peonies and English roses. At each place setting, atop the menu card laid a program card, which began: Welcome to Tanya and Earl’s Engagement Dinner Surprise Wedding! (wording suggested by Tifany Wunschl – see! I told you she’s brilliant!). From our respective locations, Earl and I had the delicious thrill of listening to the emotional gasps of wonder and tears of joy as guests realized they were actually attending our wedding. The music began and we were married in candlelight in front of the people that we most loved amidst the sobs and raw emotion that surprise weddings evoke because no one is prepared – everyone is in the moment!

What followed was a glorious evening of exceptional food, wine, and first-rate yet unpretentious service by the acclaimed Quinones at Bacchanalia against the backdrop of a playlist of songs  we loved. There were so many highlights but our favorite moment was when our guests spontaneously began singing along to Larry Graham’s, One in a Million together. As each person realized that the others were singing as well, the singing grew louder. It was a beautiful, impromptu and unifying moment during which Earl and I knew that, with the help of a great team, we had achieved what we had hoped for – a seamlessly executed evening that was
elegant and warm without the stuffiness and false formality we abhor. A year later, I am typing this narrative with one hand because I’m holding our newborn in my other arm. Some dreams do come true…

Photography: Harwell Photography | Event Planning: Ashley Baber Weddings | Invitations: Gourmet Invitations | Reception Venue: Quinones

This wedding is just oozing with sophistication. Not only did they ace the wardrobe with the bride’s lace Allure gown and the groom’s finely tailored Vera Wang Tuxedo, but they even took pictures on a helipad. It doesn’t get more extravagant than that. There to capture all the classy splendor were our friends White Dress Media with the heartfelt video below. Enjoy!

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From White Dress Media…Jordan and Katie are our dream couple! They are madly in love with each other, and know how to gave a great time. Not only that, but their wedding film was super important to them, as they are both very creative people… he is a video hobbyist and she is a photographer.

Their wedding took place in downtown Atlanta, with the ceremony at Cathedral of Christ the King and reception at the Georgia Freight Room. In between the ceremony and reception, they took the time to go back to the W downtown (where she was getting ready) and take pictures on the helipad. The view was stunning, though it was an incredibly windy day!

Their reception was at an urban, yet trendy area of downtown. She surprised her guests during the first dance with a gospel choir and a choreographed dance. Everything Jordan and Katie did that day incorporated fun, love and laughter. She even “Iced” Jordan during the garter retrieval… I believe it’s a game where you have to chug the drink presented to you if you don’t already have a drink in your hand.

I can only hope to have more couples like this one. They are super classy and the life of the party.

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There’s a spark between some couples that’s impossible not to notice when you’re around them, or in this case, watching their wedding video. This video really is an inspiring ode to the love these two people share, so sit back and enjoy 3Ring Weddings handy work. The event came together with the help of B Moore Events, and there’s also a lovely little photo gallery with shots from Lacey For Scobey Photography.

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From 3Ring Weddings… Some couples shine, some radiate, and some, like Kofi and Candace, reflect.

When I say reflect I’m not just talking about a sort of introspective posture (although that is very much a part of Kofi and Candace’s life as well). Rather, I’m talking about their ability to reflect good on the other. Kofi and Candace are opposites in many ways. He’s more “A-Type” and she is more “free spirited”. The good that comes from these differences reflects on to the other and makes growth and mutual encouragement possible. Candace backed this up when she remarked; “He’s able to, in a loving and gentle way, focus me in on that potential and then we’re both amazed at the outcome.” Kofi likewise benefits from Candace’s differences. “She lifts me, she encourages me, she supports me and she stands by my side. That support and that encouragement is unbelievable.”

Their goodness certainly has helped each other, but their sense of good doesn’t come merely from the other, it comes as a reflection of their faith – their definition of goodness. Kofi shared; “I think it’s an awesome opportunity being together just to really reflect the glory of God in life all around us, in people’s lives all around us.”

When we release their story we’ll share more about the importance of agreeing on a source for goodness and reflecting that truth onto your spouse. For now we hope you enjoy their trailer. You’ll get to see snippets from their late April wedding that took place at The Foundry and was beautifully executed by Shaundra Moore of B. Moore Events. And I don’t want to forget the shout out to Scobey Photography for always being a pleasure to work with!

Photography: Scobey Photography | Videographer: 3Ring Weddings | Planner: B. Moore Events | Catering: Endive | Ceremony & Reception Venue: The Foundry At Puritan Mill

It never fails, when I see a wedding captured by Harwell Photography I find myself captivated. I absolutely adore how Jeremy captures moments and details, and when he is behind the lens of a wedding like this beauty planned by Elly B Events, magic happens. His images tell the story of this gorgeous couples’ stunning day, and you can see it all right here.

From the Bride…“And think not you can direct the course of love, for love, if it finds you worthy, directs your course.” – Kahlil Gibran, On Love (The Prophet)

In college, I read many of the writings of Kahlil Gibran and was captivated by his reflections on love, friendship and the soul. Much to my surprise, in the extra hour afforded by daylight savings during the final party of homecoming weekend, I met a man named for my favorite writer and knew instantly that he was special. It didn’t take us long to fall in love. Years later, Gibran surprised me with plane tickets to attend our homecoming at Morehouse and Spelman College. While at the football game, Gibran asked my dad for his blessing to marry me. When he proposed the next day, of course I said “Yes!”

Although Gibran and I had recently relocated to Philadelphia, we knew that we would marry in Atlanta where our love story began. We wanted to create an intimate, relaxed, and fun affair with classic, easy elegance. Everything started falling beautifully into place when we found our venue. Callanwolde Fine Arts Center is a garden oasis in the city with sprawling lawns and a stunning tudor mansion. Inspired by Callanwolde, we incorporated art throughout the wedding including custom silhouette illustrations for our stationery, live music during the ceremony and cocktail hour, a specially made family photo wall, and hand-cut silhouettes for our guests as favors.

We selected the ampitheater for the ceremony, and it was the perfect backdrop for our celebration. Guests arrived by trolley and the day was warm and bright. I wore a chantilly lace gown by Augusta Jones and a cathedral length veil. Gibran was handsome in a Paul Smith tuxedo. We invited our parents to participate in our union by reading a libation blessing, poem, prayer and charge before we jumped the broom. Guests then walked to the front terrace for the cocktail hour, and we joined our dog, Marvin, in the garden for photos. Marvin was dressed for the occasion and even tried to kiss the bride!

The reception was held in the indoor courtyard draped with layers of white sheers and crystals. The decor included a long floral garland, lush chair swags, bow-tied napkins, and birdcage centerpieces. After dinner and toasts, the lights were dimmed low and spirits were high as we danced with family and friends. Our wedding day passed quickly, but we are thankful for the moments we shared with those dearest to us, and for the memories made as we start our life together.

Elegant White Wedding in Georgia

A Southern classic is something that we fully embrace. The timeless details and charm never get old and if you throw a little y’all in there; well, we’re pretty much done for. But this day goes so beyond that. It’s a palette of all white with hints of metallic that can only be described as pure elegance. And it’s made even more so at the hands of so many great vendors. Artisans like Come + Together Events, By Tulip and Harwell Photography . See all of their handy-work and the rest of this stunning affair right here.

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From the Bride… My fiance DJ and I love traveling, spending time with friends and family, college football, testing ATL’s best restaurants and having fun! He enjoys golf and carpentry, while I really like cooking, fashion, art history and yoga.

The inspiration for our wedding day is traditional, southern sophistication (i guess you could say…). My style tends to gravitate towards anything classic and timeless. I am obsessed with any and all black and white wedding photos.

Romantic Garden Wedding

To know me is to know one thing: I adore garden weddings. Especially when that garden wedding is bathed in pink and gold hues, is planned to perfection by Circle Of Love Weddings and features gorgeous paper goods from Paper Dasies. That, my friends, is the trifecta of wedding goodness and when you add in the always amazing Scobey Photography to capture every minute, well… awesome. See it all here.

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From the Bride… Thinking back to our wedding day, makes me smile ear to ear. After a fourteen month engagement, Robert and I got married on October 5, 2013 at the Atlanta Botanical Garden in Midtown, Atlanta. Robert and I grew up, met, and fell in love in Atlanta. We knew that we wanted to have our wedding in our home town, so our good friends and family would be close by our sides. Fall in Atlanta is absolutely beautiful, and after visiting the Atlanta Botanical Gardens we instantly feel in love with the big outdoor spaces, intimate gardens, and one of kind topiaries.

Our wedding would not have been a tenth of what it was without our outstanding wedding planner, Daria MacGregor, from Circle of Love Weddings. Daria held our hands without being too overbearing, and helped us pick the vendors that most reflected our wedding vision of an elegant intimate night surrounded by our family and close friends. Every bride needs a Daria. Our ceremony was in the Rose Garden, and Robert and I walked down the aisle to music by After Five String Quartet. My favorite part of the ceremony was the white archway covered with ivory garden roses, blush garden roses, blush spray roses, and blush pee gee hydrangea, which was created by Danny Wilson of The Savage Garden.

Walking into the reception, one would have never guessed that we left the rose garden because there were gorgeous flower arrangements everywhere. Thank you thank you Danny! It was beautiful! Escort cards with hanging bells, created by Lisa Hladish of Paper Daisies, lead guests to their assigned seat. We had a sit down dinner, with delicious food catered by Dennis Dean, and a scrumptious wedding cake for dessert, baked by For Goodness Cakes. We could not have asked for a better band that the Atlanta Show Stoppers. Having a groom that is passionate about music made the song selection process one of my most memorable parts of the wedding planning process, and our incredible band played everything we asked for. The Atlanta Showstoppers got our guests on their feet and dancing from the moment they started to play. They even got Robert and myself on stage a few times.

Every detail of our wedding was perfect, and we are able to relive the day through our dazzling photographs taken by Ashley and Graham of Scobey Photography, as well as our marvelous and fun wedding video taken by Chris Bartelski of The Reason I Love. Our wedding day and honeymoon to Italy was without a doubt the best two weeks of our lives, and Robert and I could not be more thankful for all the gracious support from our lovely family and friends.

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With a sea of al fresco garden affairs flooding our inbox, it’s such a treat to come across a wedding held in the great indoors. This Atlanta gem is not only making a mark in the indoor arena but a true beauty with suspended florals by The Savage Garden, vintage design by Kate And Campbell Weddings and enough pretty images by Scobey Photography to last your perusing well into the afternoon.

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From the Bride… Every little girl dreams about their prince charming, their gorgeous wedding, their happily ever after… On October 20, my dream came true.

I woke that morning feeling so calm, at peace, and filled with overwhelming emotions of gratitude. I ordered some hot tea, wrote in my journal, did some soothing yoga, and prayed for a beautiful day.

Not only was I marrying a man that makes me whole, supports me, and loves me… but I was also marrying into a beautiful family. Since day 1, Chester’s family welcomed me with open arms and blessed our relationship immensely. This is truly the best gift God could ever give me. I was blessed with my amazing family and now I have another beautiful family to share holidays with, laugh with, build more memories with.

This whole year of wedding planning was filled with so many emotions…but mostly it was filled with joy and excitement! Because Chester was gone most of the year with the Airforce, my mom was there for every step of the way. We had the time of our lives looking through wedding magazines, pinning ideas on pinterest, trying on wedding gowns, and meeting with different vendors. When it came to choosing our vendors, I not only looked at their portfolio, I also asked myself, “Can I see myself being their friend?” We were blessed with the most wonderful vendors…and had the best time planning my fairy-tale wedding. They brought my vision to life..,.no, they went BEYOND of what I could have ever imagined!!!

The wedding planning was the easy part of the year… the part I had the most difficult time with was imagining myself in the center of attention, saying my vows with confidence and strength. The last thing I ever wanted was to have my voice stand in the way of expressing my love to my future husband. I prayed to God every night to give me strength, to give me full confidence in myself, to stand in front of all of our friends and family and say the vows that I wrote to the love of my life. The two months leading up to the big day, I was anxious, nervous, and filled with anxiety…not because I was doubtful about who I was marrying, but only because of my voice condition.

Finally, our wedding day was here…the moment of truth. Was my Dysphonia going to get in the way of being confident, calm, and happy? God blessed us with a gorgeous Fall sunny day. The whole day was filled with magic, serenity, and pure Love. When it came to walk down the aisle with my dad, I was surprisingly at peace…I was ready to marry Chester. That walk down the aisle was a moment I will never forget. I made sure to walk slowly…I looked around to see my family and friends smiling at me…soaking this moment…I looked up to my dad’s eyes and saw how proud he was of his little girl….then my eyes met Chester’s and saw his eyes light up, tears starting to roll down both my face and his face. My dad kissed my cheek and gave me to Chester. God gave me the strength I needed to say my vows to my love. I just wanted to press pause and really take in all the emotions that I was feeling.

Our wedding was simply… magical.

A day we will always cherish.

A day we will one day tell our kids all about.

“Love is a partnership of two unique people who bring out the very best in each other, and who know that even though they are wonderful as individuals, they are even better together.”

Peach Wedding Inspiration full of Color

It might not feel like a bright new season outside our doors, but here in SMP land it oh soooo is. Thanks to the amazing Jade Lee Events and Justin DeMutiis Photography, we’re feasting our eyes on peachy wedding goodness with so much color, it makes me believe that spring has sprung. We’ll be pinning our hearts out in the gallery, per usual, and you do the same right here.

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From Justin DeMutiis Photography… Jade may have single handedly justified my usage of twitter. About two years ago, I tweeted that I was at a business workshop in downtown Atlanta, and later that night Jade and I connected over dinner. Shortly after we met, Jade referred an absolutely incredible ‘southern wedding’ in Athens, GA. It was a bucket list wedding to say the least. More recently, we worked together in one of the most exciting spaces in Midtown Atlanta (soon to be featured on SMP Georgia). Needless to say, Jade Lee Events (formerly Lovelee Affairs) has been the source of two of my favorite weddings to date.

With Jade’s new brand, we wanted to showcase a soft yet vibrant design that is quintessentially Georgia. What is more ‘Georgia’ than peaches! Jade loves film and I love her floral designs, so traveling to ATL for this collaboration was a no brainer! Not only is Jade a super talented floral designer, but her wedding coordination is flawless. She has already accomplished so much in her first 5 years in business, I can’t wait to see what the next 5 years have in store!

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We’re kicking off the start of the official Month of Love with a little celebration for our newest SMP family members, Kait Murphy Photography and Savannah Weddings. Up first in our lovely round-up? Kait Murphy, a seriously talented, seriously sweet photographer who knows a thing or two about capturing the pretty. Think gorgeous details and love-filled moment aplenty…

From Kait Murphy Photography… I shoot most weddings with the love of my life and new fiancé, Alan. We shoot both film and digital at every wedding to get a classic and dreamy look. We’ve even recently started sending our couples home with a polaroid book so they can get an instant sneak peek of their photos and have a wonderful keepsake from their day. I graduated from the Savannah College of Art and Design and my work is featured in their permanent collection in Lacoste, France.

I love to make timeless images with touches of originality, whimsy, and charm. Sharing your day is an honor and I strive to make the moments that I’m holding my camera into fun and memorable ones for all of us! I am in awe of the commitment, love, nerves, tears, laughter, and surrealism of the wedding day and cherish the ability to document and witness it all. I feel incredibly lucky to have the best job in the world – making art out of love.

Here’s a little lighthearted look into who I am…

I like to use Twizzlers as straws
I will never be sophisticated enough to call bangs “fringe”
I love cooking but cannot bake to save my life
I love romantic curls
My 11th birthday was a little rough, because I never received a letter from Hogwarts
The best part of Jeopardy is the contestants’ backstories
I’m a Francophile
I love those Summertime moments when you’ve got a great song on and the windows down and you don’t even care what happens to your hair
I brake for antique stores and reclaimed wood

And just for SMP readers: Save 10% off any wedding package when you mention this post ($250-$500 savings)!

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Wedding Venue: Foxhall Resort + Kingwood Resort + Montaluce Winery + Summerour Studio

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Up next is the always-awesome Savannah Weddings and their upcoming bridal show, Behind the Veil. Or as it’s known around these parts, a can’t-miss bridal event with inspiration galore and insanely talented vendors. Check out all of the details below and get ready for an amazing day of planning, fun and awesomeness.

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From Savannah Weddings… Savannah Weddings showcases the beauty and boundless creativity of one of the nation’s most romantic wedding destinations. Its comprehensive area venue listings and stunning pages packed with real Savannah weddings make us a must-read resource for local and destination brides alike. Check out the latest issue here.

Savannah Weddings’ premiere bridal event, Behind the Veil, will showcase the area’s top wedding professionals on Sunday, March 2, at the Telfair Museums in elegant downtown Savannah. The boutique bridal salon, presented by Savannah Weddings, the Telfair Museums, Visit Savannah and the editors of Savannah magazine, will feature more than 50 expert wedding planners, caterers, florists, photographers, venues and more. These top professionals will be on hand to help brides envision their perfect day – right down to the last hand-finished detail.

Join us for an afternoon of tastings, inspiration, consultations and luxe giveaways. Highlighting the day is the top-label bridal fashion show. An elegant display of the newest high-fashion bridal trends will lace through the Jepson Center and feature exquisite gowns from exclusive designers such as Oscar de La Renta, Monique Lhuillier and Vera Wang, just to name a few. The fashion show is sponsored by BleuBelle Bridal, Simon’s Formal Wear, B Street Salon, Savannah Makeup and Skincare Professionals, Urban Poppy and Jeremy Davis & The Equinox Jazz Quintet.

• WHAT: Behind the Veil
• WHEN: 12:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday, March 2, 2014
• TIME/PLACE: 12:30-4 p.m. at the Telfair Academy, 121 Barnard St.; 1-4:30 p.m. at the Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 W. York St.
• COST: $15 in advance at behindtheveil2014.eventbrite.com; $20 at the door. Members of Telfair Museums will be admitted for free.
• CHECK-IN: The Telfair Academy, 121 Barnard St.
• INFORMATION: Go here.
• ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook + Pinterest

Behind the Veil Grand Prize Giveaway: Celebrate one of America’s most romantic destination wedding locations by experiencing the best of what the Hostess City of the South has to offer. Register to win a grand prize package that includes two tickets to Behind the Veil, a two-night stay at the Hilton Savannah DeSoto, a dinner for two valued at $100 at Garibaldi Café, a Historic Trolley Tour for two by Oglethorpe Tours and a spa package.

This is the perfect opportunity to make Behind the Veil a romantic getaway for two to start planning your nuptials, or use it as a fun girls’ weekend to start your wedding-planning adventures with your maid (or matron) of honor. Register today.

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Welcome to the family, Kait Murphy Photography and Savannah Weddings! We are so happy to have you! xo

All-White Biltmore Ballroom Wedding

I love a pop of color as much as the next girl, but sometimes an all-white palette is the prettiest way to go. Take this fairytale Biltmore Ballroom wedding, for example. Jade Lee Events crafted a perfect day without an inch of color in sight. And with stationery goodies by Paper Daises plus captures from Sean Money + Elizabeth Fay, the full gallery is truly the best place to be.

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