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Glitz and Old World Glamour Inspiration Shoot
Photographer's note: "I adore a good sequin table cloth. Thankfully I was able to find an amazing group of vendors who admire shiny things as much as I do. With so much bling in one place we made sure to balance the setup with gold accents, delicate colors, and bold...
Lace and Beads from Vera Wang
This Vera Wang gown for David’s Bridal is absolutely stunning and totally blew us away! The lace applique and opaque seed beads on floral cut out organza make the perfect combo for an elegant wedding gown. Oh, and the sheer hem definitely adds a modern touch. The...
Maggie Louise: Lovely Salon
After falling in love with weddings behind the lens of her camera during her years spent as a wedding photographer, Molly Farrell opened Maggie Louise with a love for that moment when a bride steps into her dream dress. Located in Collierville, Tennessee, right...
Autumn Rustic Glam Elopement Style Shoot
by Sara Heilwagen Paper + Photography Autumn Rustic Glam takes elopement inspiration beyond the courthouse into the Tennessee countryside and bathes it in rich autumn colors. "Intimate" and "elegant" combined with a touch of glittery sparkle for a magical marriage...
Delicate Details from Sareh Nouri
We are obsessed with this trumpet gown by Sareh Nouri! The French Chantilly lace from Sophie Hallette exudes nothing short of elegance for the classic bride. Hand-sewn crystals, pearls, and delicate cap sleeves will have your guests ooh-ing and ahh-ing at this...
Tweeting With Joy at This Atlanta, GA Engagement
We are tweeting with joy at this Atlanta, GA engagement! Anuj Patel and Sumita Dalmia accidentally met on Twitter in September of 2013. Two years later, Anuj crafted a Twitter-themed proposal to reflect the way they met. The proposal incorporated a tweet-clue...
The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis: Putting the Wow in the Vow
The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis By Suzanne Scharff We all know, or have heard of, friends and family that are loyal to the core to the Ritz-Carlton brand and going so far as to plan their vacation on the geographical placement of Ritz properties. And, it’s no wonder, as...
Hawks Cay Resort Casual Elegance
At Hawks Cay Resort “Casual elegance” is a common request from Brides planning their Florida Keys wedding and Hawks Cay Resort offers the perfect backdrop. The ceremony and reception infused an elegant navy and gold color palette with the casual driftwood- finished...
Fluttery Sleeves from Melissa Sweet
Fluttery Sleeves from Melissa Sweet makes this boho chic gown designed by Sweet for David’s Bridal perfect for the free-spirited bride. The lace appliqués and A-line silhouette (flattering on pretty much any body type) are great for a vintage romance feel. The...
We LOVE Salt Style and Events
We love Salt Style and Events! It is a full service style and events company that specializes in creating custom events. Based in Memphis, Tennessee, owner Betsy McKay finds inspiration from her home state of Louisiana, the Florida coast where she spent her summers,...
Lovely Lace from David’s Bridal
This gown from David's Bridal is perfect for any lace-loving bride and it’s giving us major heart eyes! With a fitted cap sleeved design and swooped back it just radiates elegance and class. Lace never goes out of style and this dress is certainly timeless with its...
We LOVE Tanarah Luxe Floral
Tanarah Luxe Floral is known for beautiful floral arrangements and an experience that you won't find anywhere else in Little Rock. Owner and creative director Tanarah Haynie is an award winning floral artist based in Little Rock. She and her team travel nationally to...
Medea Vodka, A Personal Touch That No One Has Done Before
Medea Vodka, a personal touch that no one has done before. When every detail has to be perfect, why should your wedding cocktails be any different? Spirit brand Medea Vodka can provide a unique vibe to your bar and overall Southern wedding décor. Each bottle is...
Renee by Olia Zavozina Gown
Words can not describe how perfect this Renee by Olia Zavozina gown is! Based in Nashville, TN, Olia Zavozina designs beautiful one of a kind gowns that will fit every bride's needs. The silk satin crop top has an open back that adds just the right amount of charm to...
One of our favorite Texas Inspiration Shoots, “Wander With Me”
In one of our favorite Texas inspiration shoots, "Wander With Me," vows are exchanged and an enchanting celebration for two awaits. From the lux linens to the opulent orals, glamorous details make a striking statement amongst the natural surroundings in this humble...
Beachy in BHLDN
Are you having a beach wedding or just love the ocean? Then check out this gown from BHLDN! Its sheer detail gives it that two-piece appearance, which is a huge style trend this season. Show off your soft and carefree style in this dress and pair it with some sandals....
We LOVE Shipped Yesterday
Shipped Yesterday is an exclusive online specialty store, located in Atlanta, Georgia, featuring the #1 best-selling color smoke bombs available in the USA. They are the premier source for color smoke products trusted by celebrity models and critically acclaimed...
Bright and Airy Bohemian Wedding
Blown away by this Boho Wedding, we are completely in love with this beautiful style! Designer's Note "The color scheme for this bright bohemian shoot is a nod to the bold, saturated colors of the flowers we sourced from local farmers. To let the bright hues of the...
Floral Princess: Romona Keveza
Southern Bride is in love with this piece by Romona Keveza! Feel like a floral princess in this stunning strapless flower printed ballroom gown. Brides looking to go a non-traditional route and add something more colorful to their something white will awe over this...
Stylish + Chic Francesca Miranda
Stunning is an understatement when referring to this gorgeous Francesca Miranda gown. Not only is there the dress that exudes elegance, but it comes with a cape that shows off it's true grandeur. From the dress itself to the cape that displays a prominent train, Perle...
Boho Bride with Ivy & Aster
So beachy! This gorgeous Ivy + Aster jumpsuit is ideal for a simple outdoor wedding. Ivy + Aster’s line of bridal gowns and bridesmaids dresses are designed with flowing fabrics, heirloom laces and vintage inspired finishes in mind. The Sierra jumpsuit has a plunging...
Trip to Forever
We adore this vintage photoshoot that exemplifies what true love really is, timeless! A love for vintage decor and the great outdoors helped this bride piece together all of the details for her big day. Flowers rich in color filled her bouquet and also added a...
Romantic Antler Inspired Shoot
Photographer’s Note “Alright, let’s tease your imagination, think of two wedding styles that would never go together: rustic elements in a modern venue (eek!), beach attire at a barn wedding (omg could you even imagine), or how about a romantic vignette among...
Vow To Be Chic
Vow To Be Chic is the first and only company to offer designer bridesmaid dress rentals, introducing cost savings, luxury style options and convenience to the bridesmaid experience. This ecommerce platform brings an age-old tradition into the 21st century by allowing...
Every Girl Loves a Man in Joseph Abboud
“Every girl’s crazy about a sharp dressed man.” That is exactly right when we are talking about these Joseph Abboud ensembles. Every girl loves a man wearing Joseph Abboud. Whether the dress code is island casual or black tie, Joseph Abboud has it all covered with his...
Blush + Blue Wedding Inspiration
A stunning blush + blue wedding inspiration found in our current issue, on stands now. This stately manor surrounded by magnificent architecture and superb style made a quintessential location for these southern sweethearts. Dignified details mixed with modern are...
Ultimate Anniversary Gift For A Charleston Military Couple
Sure, we’re suckers for a good love story. But when you combine thousands of miles, years spent apart, and years of military service, we have to fight back tears for this ultimate anniversary gift for a Charleston military couple. When I had heard Kari and Joe’s...
Classy and Elegant Kate McDonald Gown
Splashes of color in the bouquet makes a bold statement against the tight fitted, white lace body of the dress. It creates a seamless picture of perfection for this tropical photoshoot. The open back, scoop neckline, and lace merge together to create a perfect...
A Sweet Love – Engagement Shoot
What is better than a date to a candy shoppe for breakfast?! Lauren and Gilbert dressed up and lived out one of their favorite dates for their engagement session. They dressed up, found a new local restaurant and topped off their "engagement photo date" with dessert...
Sundown Natural’s Bridal ‘Don’ts’ Before ‘I do’
4 Bride Beauty ‘Don’ts’ Before Saying ‘I Do’ Avoid these classic self-care mistakes and boost your pre-wedding beauty and health routine to look your very best on your big day and beyond. DON’T reach for that 2nd (or 3rd!) latte DO incorporate B12 into your daily...
Beautiful Texas Mansion
Photographer's Note We captured the light of this beautiful bride at a magical outdoor historic mansion, The Astin Mansion, in College Station, Texas. We added cafe lights to make the venue even more magical. The royalty of this shoot could not be overlooked, with the...
Professional Advice: Randy Fenoli
Professional Advice: Randy Fenoli From TLC's "Say Yes to the Dress" By Lindsey Conrad Nabors When a bride schedules her first appointment, do you suggest she do her homework on styles and designers she's interested in, or should she she simply arrive with an open...
Love in the Country by Annie Gannon
Photographer's Note "Kimberly & Beau's big day was the perfect southern, springtime wedding. The entire event took place on the sprawling and charmingly rustic grounds of The Corry House. We made use of every part of the lovely rural setting, which includes a...
Straw Spectacular: Fourth of July
You wouldn’t dream of hosting a Fourth of July gathering without wearing your red, white and blue…so why would you let your cold beverage miss out on a chance to express your extreme fandom? Thanks to Aardvark’s metallic and Fourth of July paper straws, your drink can...
Coastal Fourth of July
Happy 4th of July, Southern Brides! In honor of the holiday we, of course, have an Americana inspired inspiration shoot to share with you. Showing off our patriotic side, we're in love with the red, white, and blue patterns and serenity of these images. Florist's Note...
A Most Memorable Feast
New Orleans School of Cooking One of the highlights of your visit to New Orleans, perfect for bridesmaids celebrations or a fun and interactive way to entertainment your guests during your New Orleans wedding weekend is a very entertaining cooking class at The New...
