Inspiration
Vizcaya Museum – Historically Artful, Whimsically Luxurious, Miami, Florida
This editorial was beautifully displayed through the intentional details of the floral bridal gown to the elegantly whimsical table decor and to every corner of architecture woven into Vizcaya ...
Say “I Du” – Why Dubai is THE Bachelorette Hotspot of 2024
Atlantis, The Palm, is the perfect destination for bachelorettes looking to plan an extravagant celebration in Dubai. Imagine the Atlantis from storybooks, gorgeous glittering architecture, stunning blue waters, and a sense of escape from the real world. This is the...
Four Seasons Hotel Nashville, Design Award – The Styled Challenge, Nashville, TN
Styled SHOOTS by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition where we feature some of the best wedding photographers across the nation. The photographers are provided the same venues decorated by top local wedding planners and are graded based on their unique...
GRAMMYs RED CARPET BRIDAL INSPIRATION
Following the 2024 GRAMMYs, we saw many of our favorite celebrities in gowns influenced by bridal fashion design. From Taylor Swift's white corseted Schiaparelli gown to Madison Beer's exquisite Princess Diaries ball gown, Summer Walker's feathery ensemble, Dua Lipa's...
The Embodiment of Roman Romance – Hotel De La Ville Rome, Italy
By Sherra Meyers Get Acquainted As you wander down the cobblestone street of Via Sistina in the heart of Rome, Italy, you will find yourself enchanted by the magnificent 18th-century Palazzo, Hotel De La Ville, part of the sumptuous Rocco Forte Collection. This...
16 Spectacular Valentine’s Day Gifts
With the winter holidays and New Year's behind us, Valentine's Day celebrations are fast approaching, along with the stress of finding the right Valentine's Day gift. While the pressure to pick the perfect present for the special person in your life might seem...
Peaches & Dreams, Tarpon Springs, Florida
Whitehurst Gallery, a stunning and unique neoclassical building on Florida’s West Coast, offered a simplistic yet elegant backdrop for a Spring-inspired wedding shoot. Planner extraordinaire MDP Events opted for a cheerful color palette of peach, yellow, orange, and...
Valentine’s Day Romantic Getaways & Wedding Destinations
Destination weddings are rising in popularity, with more couples choosing to celebrate in exciting new locations. While the winter holidays bring an increase in engagements, February is no exception, being named "National Weddings Month," as many find this time of...
Kristin Chenoweth – Life is Good!
By Gigi Bors-Koefoed John Russo Photography The illustrious performer, Broadway royalty, Emmy and Tony award-winning actress Kristin Chenoweth is living life to the fullest! With her marriage to Josh Bryant and her exciting new Broadway production, The Queen of...
Pink Extravaganza, Hendersonville, North Carolina
This European wedding-inspired styled shoot focuses on the intentional and fine details. The dress the model wore, designed by Angela Kim, with intricate beadwork and embroidery, layers of tulle, lace-up back, fitted bodice, and long train, provided further...
A Texas Fairytale, Montgomery, Texas
Imagine stepping into a Texas fairytale, where the charm of the Lone Star State collides with the enchantment of a magical world. Our recent styled shoot at the grand Iron Manor seamlessly blended Southern elegance with the allure of an exotic princess. This styled...
Last Toast On The Coast, Orange Beach, Alabama
A bridal luncheon took place in the picturesque Orange Beach, Alabama. This beautiful shoot took place at The Coastal Arts Center. Local vendors brought this coastal grand vision to life with a touch of southern elegance. “Last Toast On The Coast” was the perfect...
Wedding Bells are Ringing!
Year after year, the holiday season is the most popular time to get engaged. There is something undeniably special about getting engaged during the holidays, whether it’s the excitement of sparkling Christmas lights, the romance of a snowy landscape, or the spirit of...
La Bonne Vie Ranch, Trendsetter Award Goes to… – The Styled Challenge, Fredericksburg, TX
Styled SHOOTS by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition where we feature some of the best wedding photographers across the nation. The photographers are provided the same venues decorated by top local wedding planners and are graded based on their unique...
Ivory Dreams – Columbia, South Carolina
In May 2023, a mesmerizing wedding styled shoot unfolded at the historic Robert Mills House and Seibels House and Gardens in Columbia, South Carolina. This enchanting event boasted a neutral ivory theme infused with the essence of southern charm, creating an...
Swallows Eve, Design Award – The Styled Challenge, Fredericksburg, TX
Styled SHOOTS by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition where we feature some of the best wedding photographers across the nation. The photographers are provided the same venues decorated by top local wedding planners and are graded based on their unique...
SPLENDOR ON THE PARK -The Plaza Hotel, New York, New York
by Suzanne Sharff GET ACQUAINTED The Plaza Hotel is to New York City like champagne is to caviar. The legendary duo completes each other like love and marriage. Anchored at 5th and Central Park South, its location is as iconic as its architecture and history. The...
Hoffman Haus , Southern Socialite Award – The Styled Challenge, Fredericksburg, TX
Styled SHOOTS by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition where we feature some of the best wedding photographers across the nation. The photographers are provided the same venues decorated by top local wedding planners and are graded based on their unique...
Contigo Ranch, Lasting Impressions Award-The Styled Challenge, Fredericksburg, TX
Styled SHOOTS by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition where we feature some of the best wedding photographers across the nation. The photographers are provided the same venues decorated by top local wedding planners and are graded based on their unique...
Actress Laura James Ecker’s Vintage Inspired Wedding
OUR STORY She came from a one-traffic light town in upstate New York, he was raised in the Texas Hill Country. But they found each other in L.A.. Always hoping that love was just around the corner, they had managed to live a couple of miles from each other for a half...
Find Your Somewhere In Time: Grand Hotel Mackinac Island, Michigan
Get Acquainted Entering the Grand Hotel feels like stepping back in time, for good reason. Since 1887, Grand Hotel has been a classic American destination that preserves and celebrates old-world charm and hospitality. Here, you’ll find horse-drawn carriages, afternoon...
Ralph Lauren Inspired Wedding Nestled in the Hills of Northern Kentucky
Inspired by classic and timeless detailing, this charming styled shoot in the Hills of Northern Kentucky emulates Southern beauty in Ralph Lauren style. Featuring a traditional bridal gown, a Ralph Lauren inspired white-suit jacket, tailored details, classic and...
Eventfully Yours, Artisan Award Winner – The Styled Challenge, Charleston, SC
Styled SHOOTS by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition where we feature some of the best wedding photographers across the nation. The photographers are provided the same venues decorated by top local wedding planners and are graded based on their unique...
Urban Blooms – Atlanta, Georgia
Bishop Station, one of Midtown Atlanta’s most remarkable industrial venues, came to life during this inspirational shoot with vibrant florals, whimsical decor, and loads of natural light. Though it’s spacious in size and showcases industrial bones, this secret...
Renew Your Vows On The One Happy Island – Eagle Beach, Aruba
GET ACQUAINTED Surrounded by its welcoming, white sandy beaches and turquoise waves, Aruba offers a widerange of romantic escapades into its historical and natural wonders, in addition to its award-winning resorts and world-class dining experiences. Whether you are...
Memories of Mexico – The Westin Resort and Spa, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
GET ACQUAINTED The Westin Resort and Spa, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, is a sprawling retreat set on 14 acres with vistas of the Pacific Ocean and swaying palm trees in Marina Vallarta. With pure relaxation in mind, its decor reflects its surroundings; calm blue and green...
After the Tone – A New Take On A Wedding Guest Book
It's all in the details - the wedding details. While considerable thought is placed into every aspect of the wedding, it appears that the guest book is frequently overlooked and out of date. However, the act of flipping through its pages holds a sentimental value for...
Stunning and Brilliant Events, Southern Socialite Award Winner – The Styled Challenge, Charleston, SC
Styled SHOOTS by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition where we feature some of the best wedding photographers across the nation. The photographers are provided the same venues decorated by top local wedding planners and are graded based on their unique...
Direct My Day, Design Winner and Trendsetter Award – The Styled Challenge, Charleston, SC
Styled SHOOTS by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition where we feature some of the best wedding photographers across the nation. The photographers are provided the same venues decorated by top local wedding planners and are graded based on their unique...
Luxury Expected, Exceptional Delivered – Conrad Tulum, Tulum, Mexico
GET ACQUAINTED A path through tropical mangroves and a gentle bay overlooking the Caribbean Sea set the scene for the Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya. Upon arriving at the resort, the impressively sized hand-carved lobby doors welcome guests and convey a sense of...
Million Dollar Savannah Wedding Experience
Are you ready to embark on a wedding journey that seamlessly blends classic Southern charm with timeless elegance? Look no further than The Kessler Collection’s Million Dollar Savannah Wedding Experience. This all-encompassing package offers you the chance to...
Advice From Industry Expert Courtney Ajinça
Courtney Ajinça is an event planner, interior designer, and a multi-faceted entrepreneur. She is not only the co-star of VH1’s My Celebrity Dream Wedding, but also created DINE, an immersive fine-dining experience. Courtney shares tips on how to make your dream...
Celebrate Your Big Day in Luxe Style at SLS Brickell
Miami is a hot magnet for the young, beautiful, and in love. For couples seeking to take their relationship to the “I Do” status, the SLS Brickell, Miami, is a dreamy luxury wedding destination with a decidedly cool vibe that flows through its unique decor,...
Ambiente – A Landscape Hotel Sedona, Arizona
Get Acquainted From the moment you step into the lobby and sip from your welcome glass of bubbly, you will sense that this is a very special place. Ambiente Sedona is an adults only, upscale and elegant resort located in magical Sedona, Arizona. Each nature inspired...
Sail Away With Me, Charleston, South Carolina
For the couple dreaming of a unique elopement along the Charleston Harbor, this shoot will inspire you to sail into the sunset as you say "I do". Imagine bobbing through the city's marshes soaking in the sunshine, and exchanging vows on the ship's bow. Lush greenery,...
5 Bridal Hair Trends for the Fall
Micahla Vaughn Photography As fall approaches, now is the ideal time to explore different natural and effortless bridal hairstyles that embrace the free-spirited nature of fall. We have picked a few beautiful bridal hairstyles that are trending for the approaching...