Southern Bride Blog
Leading Bridal Boutique Ivory & Beau Shares Wedding Gown Trends for 2021
Written by Nicole, Owner & Founder of Ivory & BeauAmidst a crazy year of wedding postponements and store closures due to covid-19, the bridal industry and shopping for gowns continues! Like a silver lining to the chaos of 2020, bridal dresses are better than...
Revamp Your Seasonal Beach Wedding With Dried Floral Accents
COVID-19 has required couples to get creative in reimagining plans for their big day. This past summer, many couples opted for outdoor ceremonies and receptions in place of their pre-pandemic planned venues. Although summer has ended and the weather is cooler, couples...
St. Petersburg Florida Staycation Ends With a Blissful Beachside Proposal
Nearly two years ago, Tinsley McBride and Rachel Maisner met at a Nashville karaoke bar. It was that night that Rachel belted her best rendition of “You Really Got Me” by The Kinks, and Tinsley realized she stood no chance against falling for Rachel. After a night...
Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa Offers Endless Options for Picturesque Destination Weddings
If your plans for a destination wedding look different today, consider “America’s Favorite Island,” with miles of pristine white-sand beaches, Spanish-moss draped live oaks, and Palmetto trees swaying in the warm island breezes. Located in the beautiful Lowcountry of...
Memphis Metal Museum Styled Wedding Features Fall Boho Vibes
The historic Memphis Metal Museum created an idyllic setting for this styled wedding shoot featuring fall, boho vibes. Classic flair, modern twists, and colorful details helped make the styled ceremony and reception come to life. A mobile bar by Tipsy Tumbler...
A Romantic Louisiana Summer Wedding Shot by Krystal Troutt Photography
Whether they’re for your engagement, bridal portraits, or wedding, the photographs commemorating this special time in your life should both look and feel classic, joyful, and timeless. Krystal Troutt of Krystal Troutt Photography, based in Hammond, Louisiana, is...
Line Ave Calligraphy Revives Lost Art Forms to Make Stunning Stationery
Stunning stationery sets the tone of your wedding day before anything else. After all, the first glimpse into your wedding day starts with your invitation suite. LineAveCalligraphy owner, Lauren Clements, collaborates with every couple to get an idea of their style...
An Unforgettable Proposal at Prescott Park in Portsmouth, New Hampshire
For the last year, Vanessa teased Aaron about presenting her a ring, but Aaron made it clear that it wasn't happening anytime soon. Little did Vanessa know Aaron was busy conspiring with close friends to plan the ultimate scenario for a proposal.After COVID-19...
Propcellar was the Perfect Backdrop for this Vintage-Inspired, Memphis Wedding
Ashleigh Carroll and Kelly Nelson said “I do” on February 2, 2020 in an intimate ceremony at Propcellar Warehouse in Memphis, Tennessee. The couple waited until their ceremony, where they met each other under a beautiful arch and with beaming smiles, to share their...
Get Your Dream Wedding Style on a Budget at Brideside
You deserve the best when it comes to wedding shopping, and Brideside gives brides and bridesmaids an experience to celebrate. With a great selection of dresses and jumpsuits from top bridal designers, they have a passion for bringing peace of mind during one of...
Organic Floral Inspiration Just In Time for Your Fall Wedding
LUXE Atlanta Events and Ten Point Floral Design nailed the organic look their bride was dreaming of for her wedding day at Barn South, a brand new wedding venue in north Georgia. Macy O'Connell Photography was there to capture it all!Taylor, the gorgeous bride,...
Topeka: A New Digital Platform Connects Wedding Couples to Personalized Live Concerts by Celebs
Lately anyone in the wedding world has heard those dreaded words – cancelled, postponed, virtual. We speak with Brides and Grooms daily on how they’ve had to shift their dream day and it’s difficult to imagine what they’re experiencing.On the other hand, friends and...
A Simple, Seaside Ceremony on Florida’s Gulf Coast
Jake Kinsinger planned the perfect proposal to Betsy Stanfield: He invited all of their friends and family to a big weekend at his house in Nashville to be present for the milestone. All went as scheduled - and everyone arrived on time - except the ring! When the...
SEPTEMBER VOW | NEW WORLD OF BRIDAL® INVITES WEDDING GOWN VENDORS TO ATLANTA TO PREVIEW THE 2021 SEASON
Experience VOW | New World of Bridal® this September for all your needs including bridal, mother of the bride, wedding party, special occasion, accessories and more!In addition to showcasing all of the top lines and essential trends you need to be successful, VOW |...
Lifestyle Blogger Madelynn Dunham Says Yes To a Memorable Proposal
In the world of dating, weddings, and all things love, mutual friends are often the best matchmakers. In the case of Oklahoma City based blogger Madelynn Dunham and her now fiancé Patrick, mutual friends helped make an elaborate proposal and a lifelong commitment...
6 Ways to Curate an Epic Wedding Cake
Written by Jennifer Dean Some parts of your wedding aren’t just details﹣they’re focal points, and this includes your cake. Your choice of wedding cake can show who you are as a couple and it has the power to turn heads at an otherwise standard reception. A wise bride...
Natasha and Nikesh’s Multicultural, Courthouse Wedding Ceremony in Georgia
Natasha Bell and Nikesh Desai were married the morning of July 29, 2019 in an intimate, multicultural ceremony at the Historic DeKalb County Courthouse in Decatur, Georgia. Natasha’s father officiated the ceremony, and Nikesh’s father led the couple in Indian wedding...
Hilton Sandestin Beach Offers 3 Creative Tips For a Reimagined Wedding
For many 2020 brides and grooms, the “big day” looks a bit different than how they imagined it would. But different doesn’t have to be a bad thing. At Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa, a big day is always a big deal—no matter what the celebration looks...
This Range of Cast Iron Cookware by Kana Should Be on Your Registry
Stylish and affordable, this range of Kana enamel cast iron cookware has a dish for every budget making it a wedding registry must-have. There are plenty of reasons to add enameled cast iron cookware to your kitchen arsenal. Solid cast iron is designed to retain...
Why Summer 2020 Cover Couple, Nyssa & Ahmad, Chose a New Orleans Destination Wedding
For those who may not know - at the end of July, we released our new Summer 2020 issue featuring the first black couple on the cover. And it’s imperative that we continue to be committed to supporting and highlighting #blacklove. It's also our responsibility to be...
Get to Know Heartwood Hall, Tennessee’s Popular Wedding Venue
Heartwood Hall, located in Pipertown, Tennessee, brims with classic romance. Its white and brick structures, resting upon acres of soft grass, radiate a kind of warmth that invites guests in and tethers them to an experience that is equally intimate and celebratory....
Indiana Couple Says I Do in an Intimate Garden Extravaganza
Victoire and Matthew Kumalo initially met on the first day of their freshman year at Indiana University taking a placement test. It wasn’t until many weeks later, that Matthew’s sister officially introduced them at a party where they hit it off. For three years they...
A Magical Wedding in the Ozark Mountains at Top of the Rock
Written by Katie Ginella Matt and I said “I do” on a cool evening overlooking Table Rock Lake in front of a panoramic window surrounded by twenty-five of our closest friends and family members. I remember six months into dating Matt, he was at Big Cedar Lodge covering...
The Gardens and Gallery of Monet Monet on 30A
Looking for stress free planning and an outdoor wedding venue surrounded by natural beauty amongst magnificent beaches and charming gardens? Grayton Beach Catering Events will handle all of your wedding needs from beginning to end with gracious ease and peace of mind....
These Luxe Hotels Are Saving the Wedding Day for COVID Couples
It goes without saying that in the wake of the global COVID-19 pandemic, couples around the world have had to make the unfortunate decision to cancel or postpone their wedding day. As the venue, hotels have witnessed firsthand the heartache engaged couples have had to...
‘Newlyweds’ the Sweet and Sultry Song That Just Might Be Perfect for Your First Dance
R&B/Soul, Country, Pop artist, Anna Mae, based in Nashville, reached out to Southern Bride to help announce the release of her new song, "Newlyweds". We couldn’t be more thrilled to share the talents of this beautiful artist and the inspiration that helped bring...
Southern Bride is Helping Rosé All Day Give Away a Dream Honeymoon
UPDATE: THIS SWEEPSTAKES HAS EXPIRED. PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR FUTURE SWEEPSTAKES. As countless couples across America have had to cancel, postpone or reimagine their dream wedding due to Coronavirus, their Honeymoon plans have also been put on hold or significantly...
Choosing the Right Diamond Engagement Ring Color for the Money
A diamond ring is an essential element for your special day. As you plan to pop the question and announce the engagement news to your friends and family, having the perfect ring to represent the merging of your lives should be well thought out and planned. While...
A Guide to Virtual Weddings During COVID and Beyond
COVID-19 has been the bane of the wedding industry for the last few months, and it looks as if it will continue to affect weddings for the rest of the year, and likely longer. Many people will never think of large gatherings in the same way again, and engaged couples...
Celebrating Those Who Loved Us First on National Parents Day
Parents are there for us through all of our life’s highs and lows, and one of the most highly anticipated times in our lives, the wedding, is no exception. On National Parents’ Day, we want to recognize and appreciate all those who have taken on a parental role, in...
Loews Miami Beach F&B Director Shakes Things Up for National Tequila Day
Cheers to National Tequila Day! This popular distilled beverage made from the blue agave plant found primarily in the area surrounding Tequila, Mexico is always a fun go-to liquor for celebrating. With so many options to shake and stir, we asked Steve Turk, the...
Acclaimed Nashville Singers, Drew & Ellie Holcomb, Show Neighborly Love with a Surprise Wedding Serenade
It's in the wine we drink, dirty dishes in the kitchen sink,And the lights go out til the sun comes up; we are not alone.It's in the miles we drive, never having to say goodbyeTo the things we tell each other without saying a word. There's a beauty that we never know...
Sissy’s Log Cabin Hosts First-Ever Bridal Season Spectacular
For many couples, summer is the time of falling in love and making a forever commitment. This summer, despite the looming challenges, has been no different - plus, there are a lot of quarantine sweethearts ready to say "Yes!" to a sparkling engagement ring.This year,...
Adopt Meditation as a Mindfulness Technique to Cope with Wedding Stress
Written by Macey Grant The stress placed on brides and grooms-to-be is heavier than ever. With all of the uncertainty and fear going on in our external environments, adopting practices to keep yourself anxiety-free is essential. The Southern Bride Tribe is here to...
Have an Unforgettable Elopement With Amy Marie Events
When wedding plans changed abruptly for Kathleen and Stephen, their dream of an intimate ceremony and a charming southern farmhouse filled with family and friends dancing the night away vanished in a moment. After reaching out to Amy Marie Events, their wedding...
Photographer extraordinaire, LaJoy Cox, of Netflix Series “Married at First Sight” and “Love is Blind” Reveals that in uncertain COVID times – Distance does Help Make the Heart Grow Fonder
We recently had the opportunity to chat with well known Atlanta-based wedding and lifestyle photographer, LaJoy Cox, about capturing the love stories of various couples for the TV series "Love is Blind" and "Married at First Sight." Leveraging 8 years of experience...
