Inspiration
Bring the Magic of Live-Wedding Paintings to Your Ceremony and Reception
A gift, keepsake, and entertainment bundled in a brushstroke-colored canvas, live-wedding paintings are personalized mementos that forever preserve the magic of your wedding day. Pay tribute to talent as skilled artists render your venue, ceremony, or reception with...
Create a Dreamy At-Home Date Night
As nights are getting colder and the probability of outdoor dining is drawing to a close, the possibilities for safe activities are shifting with the seasons and many couples are left wondering how to plan a romantic date night during COVID-19. After months of...
Kirsten Butler Photography Captures a Backyard Wedding in Kentucky
Kirsten Butler Photography, based in Louisville, Kentucky, specializes in wedding and portrait photography, providing absolutely flawless shots of your wedding day. Whether you’re a new client or have worked with her before, Kirsten Butler fills every photo session...
Sendera Springs Showcases Inspiration for a Fall, Rustic Indoor Wedding
Sendera Springs, located in Kerrville, Texas, proved to be a charming fall, rustic indoor wedding venue. Nestled in the Texas Hill Country, Sendera Springs boasts both breathtaking views and light, and open interior spaces great for celebrations.The bridal suite...
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...
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...
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...
Honeymoons Turned “Homey-Moons”
While weddings are being postponed for when loved ones can once again celebrate life’s milestones together, newlyweds are also having to rain check on their romance-filled escapes. For those looking to recreate their planned honeymoon at home, for a “homey-moon” if...
Mamma Mia! Inspires Tropical Loveland Elopement
This styled elopement inspired by Mamma Mia! was set on a beautiful, sunny day at picturesque Long Cove Resort in Charlotte, North Carolina. Drawing inspiration from little details throughout the film, it brought 'a small sliver of Greece to the Carolinas' with...
First Looks – When Time Stands Still
The “first look” is a newer tradition that allows couples to spend time alone prior to all the wedding festivities. Sharing a private, emotionally-filled moment with your partner can bring such a sense of peace to a whirlwind day. Whether it's just the two of you, or...
Event Venue Julep Farms is a Ray of Sunshine
The perfect blend of rustic-chic surrounded by the freshness of this 22-acre Georgia farm set the stage for cheerful wedding inspiration. From vibrant yellow to hints of gold, the primary color was truly a “ray of sunshine”. For the details, light and airy blooms...
Spin and Sway! Stories Behind First Dance Songs
Shall we dance? When Brides think back to their wedding day, many recount the first dance as one of their fondest memories. So, we thought it would be fun to share the story of how four Southern Brides selected their first dance songs!Gabrielle & Derek Watt (Cover...
Party Like It’s the 20’s at Charlotte’s Separk Mansion
Inspired by the iconic glamour from the 1920s, this styled shoot makes you step back in time but in a fresh and modern light. The signature color of golden yellow adds a warm touch to this civilized, black-tie affair. Shiny gold accents, velvet textures, bubbly...
Blissful Bohemian Style in Johnson City, Tennessee
The natural beauty and free-spirited style sets the tone for this styled shoot which took place in the middle of an old rock query. An eclectic array of details including vintage accents were mixed with whimsical florals to create a one-of-a-kind bohemian wedding...
Fruits, Florals, and Italian Inspired Details Made this New Orleans Styled Shoot Pop
Built in 1931 in the Lower Garden District of New Orleans, Louisiana, and inspired by french architecture, Il Mercato is a treasure that created an idyllic location for this fresh and fashionable styled shoot. Lush florals with citrus fruits accentuated the private...
South Carolina’s Boone Hall Plantation is Simply Sublime
From the bountiful blooms to the dainty invitation suite, serene shades of mauve, blush and taupe united to create an ethereal theme for this styled shoot in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Boone Hall Plantation boasts sprawling views from every angle such as the rows...
Pink Versace China Sets the Mood for a Love Filled Dinner
Though Valentine’s Day 2020 is over, love is always in the air! Take a cue from this sweet styled shoot when planning your Spring nuptials or even a date night: delicate details, family mementos, and a romantic color scheme. Lauren Roberts, owner of Line Avenue...
Whimsical Garden Styled Shoot Showcases Curvy and Alluring Wedding Looks
The elegant and whimsical landscape of Cator Woolford Gardens of Atlanta, Georgia provided the ultimate, serene backdrop for this dreamy plus size bridal shoot to showcase that plus size brides are beautiful too! The brainchild of plus size bridal shop, Curvy Rose,...
Midsummer Night’s Dreamy Fashion Shoot by Couture by Tess Bridal
Welcome to the land of fairy tales with a fashion shoot sure to please your senses by Couture by Tess Bridal entitled, A Midsummer Night's Dream. The photo series has been split into two acts. The first act includes the portrayal of the unrequited love between...
Epic Elegance at an Alabama Lakeside Estate
A striking, lakeside estate could not have been more perfect for this elegant inspiration in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Everything from the bride’s bouquet to the fountain and grand staircase were embellished with bountiful blooms fit for a queen. The pastel details “put...
Rustic Luxury at Missouri’s Big Cedar Lodge
Big Cedar Lodge is home to an ample array of accommodations for wedding guests, bachelor and bachelorette getaways and of course, honeymoons. Whether a fancy and formal couple or a free spirited pair who loves glamping, there’s something for every type of bride and...
A Merry & Bright Winter Wedding Shoot
Sarah Brehant planned and designed this edgy, jewel tone styled shoot to brighten up your winter and give inspiration for winter brides. Don’t be afraid to use color at your winter events! It’s so blase outside, why not lift your guests up in the dead of winter with...
From Italy with Love: A Fabulous Backdrop for Celebrating Your Most Anticipated Role As Bride and Groom
Last Autumn, the shine from the harvest moon wasn’t the only reason we got that loving feeling. As temps dropped stateside, Southern Bride went on a whirlwind adventure through the cities and countryside of Italy and discovered a country that captures your heart,...
Dreamy Christmas Tree Styled Shoot
When you think of Christmas, what do you think of? Family? Love? Magic? When planning your wedding or elopement do you think of the same things? We thought, why not put the two together and plan a dreamy, Christmastime editorial shoot to offer brides-to-be inspiration...
The Heart Races Styled Shoot: All the Details
Stable View Farm is such a dream! The abundance of different locations to play with ensures multiple ways to showcase the property's beauty. We gathered inspiration from the land to create a one-of-a-kind ceremony and reception design. The property yields a small...
The Heart Races Styled Shoot: A Playful Take on Equestrian Bridal
"The Heart Races" styled shoot is inspired by the uniqueness of the property along with celebrating and welcoming all couples, ideas, and walks of life! Stable View, located in Aiken, South Carolina, offers a number of choices for your wedding day including 2 venues,...
A Wicked Affair in Dade City, Florida
We’re feeling beyond festive today with this Halloween inspired styled shoot in Dade City, Florida! For all brides-to-be who enjoy dressing in costume and celebrating the more non-traditional holidays, you’ll love the “spooktacular” details included in this wicked...
Fall Vibes are in Full Effect at The Edison Barn
This stunning styled shoot was inspired by bohemian, fall vibes. The photographer first had the idea when she came across photos of the new venue, The Edison, in Dade City, Florida. The Edison sits on many acres of sprawling fields and boasts an industrial barn with...
Cheerful Charm at Little Rock’s Goodwin Manor
There’s nothing quite as alluring as an outdoor wedding (no matter the season) with vibrant pops of color and delightful, organic details. Modern black candlesticks provided the perfect ‘pop’ to the timeless table which included lux linens and vintage, mismatched...
Bridal Couples Bury the Bourbon at Pursell Farms
Traditions hold a special place in the hearts of Southern brides, so it’s no surprise that Burying the Bourbon is one of the most popular rituals for bridal couples at Pursell Farms, a 3,200-acre destination resort just outside of Birmingham, Alabama. The ritual is a...
Blank Canvas Beauty at The Atrium Memphis
From the couple themselves to all the details in between, elegance and minimalism magically merged during this stunning shoot at The Atrium Memphis. Together, the high ceilings, steel arches and crisp white walls created a beautiful blank canvas for this classic...
Fabulous Floral Hair Statements to Rock Down the Aisle This Fall
In honor of National Hair Day today, we rounded up 5 fabulous hairstyles that offer major, confidence-inducing inspo for all brides-to-be walking down the aisle this fall. Each look boasts a floral statement piece ranging from simple and elegant to bold and colorful....
A Biscuit Bar, S’il Vous Plaît
This styled shoot was done with a loose “southern biscuit bar” theme. The event planner embraced the southern plantation style of Legacy Acres (located in Conway, Arkansas), complete with its timeless white walls, covered porches, and sophisticated columns.To add to...
Historic Charleston Bridal Shoot on Rainbow Row
There's no better combination than a beautiful bride and the streets of historic Charleston, South Carolina! Just think - quaint, colorful houses, shutters, jasmine, and spring blooms overwhelming the quiet streets. This classic bride walked the streets of Charleston...
Behind the Scenes: Romantic Restoration at Charleston’s Wingate Plantation
Being a wedding planner, I knew exactly where to pull the vision from to make it personal and unique. The colors and flowers were a nod to our wedding in Pennsylvania ten years earlier with special touches as elements we enjoy on the regular. From a design...
