Inspirations
Oklahoma Waterfall Engagement Session
What a spectacular waterfall engagement session at Oklahoma's Turner Falls! Jessi and Caleb told their photographer, Loretta Lewis, that they wanted something unique for their engagement pictures, and we think they nailed it. We also have to mention their incredibly...
Relaxed Yet Refined Southern Wedding Inspiration
An abundance of timeless greenery and elegant blooms adorned the inside of this beautifully restored estate setting the tone for a relaxed yet refined southern wedding inspiration. Following the vows, the newlyweds went on a romantic stroll with views of the resting...
Exclusive Look at Scotty McCreery’s Mountain Wedding Part 3 : The Honeymoon
Welcome to our exclusive look at our cover groom, Scotty McCreery's beautiful mountain wedding. This week, we've dived in to all the wedding details and events that you won't find anywhere else. In our third and final installment, we're taking you into their luxury...
Exclusive Look at Scotty McCreery’s Mountain Wedding Part 1 : The Proposal
Welcome to our exclusive look at SB's cover groom, Scotty McCreery's beautiful mountain wedding. We'll be diving in to all the wedding details and events that you won't find anywhere else. First up, we're looking at Scotty's romantic mountain proposal to his beautiful...
Equestrian Inspired Bride
Feeling stuck on what to do for your bridal portraits? A fun way to switch up those traditional bridal portraits is by incorporating aspects of one of your favorite hobbies or an activity that is special to you and your man into the photoshoot. The best part is that...
Home for the Holidays Engagement Inspo
Coming home for the holidays is one of the purest feelings this time of year. Jane and Travis wanted to capture this joy in their engagement photoshoot and boy, did they! Using the Summersour Studios in Atlanta, Georgia and Winter's Farm in Fayetteville, Arkansas,...
A Classic Barn Wedding With Modern Trends
Put together by a talented Nashville based vendor dream team, this inspiration takes the (oh so popular) barn wedding look and mixes in modern chic trends that we're seeing all over Pinterest and the gram. Trendy guest favorites such as food trucks and coffee bars...
Two Piece Lace Romper by Randi Rahm
The thought of having a tropical beach wedding is an absolute dream for many brides-to-be, but with that dream location comes some limitations on what you can wear due to the heat. Less is more when it comes to a beach wedding, and Randi Rahm's two piece lace romper...
Modern & Minimal Christmas Inspiration
Having a Christmas inspired wedding reception doesn't have to be decked out in reds and greens to be totally festive. Instead, check out this 'modern & minimal' Christmas color palette of black, white, gold, and blush. It's a classy new take on Christmas cheer....
White Winter Wedding Inspiration
After snow fell in the mountains of Southern California, Ji and Kim found the perfect spot for a wonderfully white winter wedding inspiration photoshoot. Dancing away in the flurries, the couple were able to capture their love in this holiday-inspired shoot. Ji not...
Tidings of Great Joy Wedding Inspiration
Winter arrived early in Georgia and this Christmas Inspired Wedding was the perfect match for the cold and rainy weather. Kayla and Eric were excited to pose, smile and pet the super sweet ring bearer, Luna the horse. This styled shoot combined the right amount of red...
5 of Our Favorite Bridal Looks
We’ve put together a list (in no particular order) of our favorite looks from the fashion editorial in the current issue of Southern Bride. From the traditional to the more unorthodox, we've got you covered with 5 beautiful wedding dresses from some of our absolute...
Iconic Wedding Dresses from Ellis Bridal
Having trouble deciding on THE dress? Vintage has never been more in style. These archival Ellis wedding gowns are used today for modern Ellis Bridals designs. The iconic dress styles have remained relevant through the years as chic and timeless. What more could you...
Cozy & Romantic Autumn Wedding Inspiration
Cozy romantic is the theme here! Fall is upon us and this shoot is to die for. With a countryside twist, Kate and Brian chose the perfect venue to be the backdrop for their stunning photoshoot, Willis Choyce Farm, in New Jersey. Vibrant Autumn colors are the...
Old Hollywood Inspired Engagement Photoshoot
Symone and Jerome's beautiful estate engagement photoshoot is the picture perfect representation of their relationship. Old Hollywood was the inspiration for the day in homage to their mutual love of dated movies set in the time of old glam and luxury. Think Fred...
Floral Ballgown by Allure
We are obsessing over this floral ballgown by Allure over here! This gown is perfect for a traditional or more modern Bride. Jewelry and make-up truly can transform this ballgown to whatever the Bride wishes. With the detailed embroidery, this dress is for a Bride who...
Hayley & Caleb’s Birmingham Wedding Lookbook
Hayley McDonald and Caleb Zorn were married January 27, 2018 at South Highland Presbyterian Church with 150 of their closest friends and family. For the reception, guests were greeted with champagne and a live band at Avon Theatre in the Lakeview area of Birmingham....
Bohemian Fall Engagement Session
If the words "bohemian fall engagement session" didn't grab your attention, the gorgeous yellow and green hues in these beautiful pictures certainly will. Michelle and Travis are a power couple and it shows. They love fiercely and are incredibly in tune with one...
Kentucky Spring Wedding Inspiration
This gorgeous Kentucky spring wedding inspiration was shot at the historic Mustard Seed Hill in Millersburg, Kentucky. All the shades of blue and bright bold yellows have us dreaming of spring on this dreary January day. From the harp to the swinging cake table, this...
Magical Forest Wedding Inspiration
The forest becomes a magical place for this elegant wedding inspiration shoot. Surrounded by the lush greenery, all the fine details remind us of a fairytale. Candelabras set the mood with pops of sky blue integrated with beautiful vintage china and antique furniture....
Exclusive Look at Scotty McCreery’s Mountain Wedding Part 2 : The Wedding Weekend
Welcome to part 2 of our exclusive look at our cover groom, Scotty McCreery's beautiful mountain wedding. Yesterday, we looked at Scotty's sweet proposal to his bride, Gabi and today we're going to dive into the details of their wedding weekend with stories and...
New Year’s Eve Wedding Glam!
What is a more romantic way to start a life with someone than sealing it with a New Year's kiss? We are obsessed with this vintage glitz and glam NYE styled shoot. Here to inspire the NYE wedding look, this photoshoot was taken at The Westbury House in Columbia,...
Intimate Charleston Wedding Inspiration
Creating the perfect canvas for this intimate Charleston wedding inspiration, this circa 1856 building was dressed to impress with romantic draping, luxurious crystal chandeliers and designer details. Soft blush hues and bold royal blue provided an out-of-the-box pop...
Swiss Dot Wedding Gown by Olia Zavozina
Olia Zavozina's lacy Swiss dot trumpet wedding gown is one part vintage romance and one part modern glam. The plunging white mesh on the front and sides add a little sexiness to the gown without being overt about it while the ornate lace bottom keeps the dress from...
Charming Rustic Wedding Inspiration
The Bridle Oaks Barn in Deland, Florida is such a beautiful backdrop for the rustic wedding inspiration. The wooden altar with a vintage chandelier is truly the centerpiece of the entire photoshoot and really sets the mood for the effortless outdoorsy theme. To really...
WINTER/SPRING 2019 ISSUE FEATURING AMERICAN IDOL WINNER SCOTTY McCREERY’S WEDDING IS AVAILABLE NOW!
Our Winter/Spring 2019 Issue featuring American Idol winner, Scotty McCreery's gorgeous North Carolina wedding is finally here. Available on newsstands across the South and the South East on December 18th but you can order yours at Southernbride.com now! ...
Holiday Gift Guide for Him
I think we can all agree that sometimes it feels like men are next to impossible to shop for, but take a deep breath, Southern Bride has you covered. We have gathered a few of our favorite gift items for him so you check some of the boys off your list. We have a...
Holiday Gift Guide for Her
With the holidays right around the corner, the pressure is on to find that perfect holiday gift for each of the women in your life. We've rounded up a few of our favorite things to inspire your holiday shopping sprees. These are gifts everyone from your grandmother to...
Cozy Holiday Engagement Inspiration
Standing out in the cold for a photoshoot may seem completely miserable, but with a steaming mug of hot cocoa and your loving man next to you, it can sure make for a cozy day and some absolutely beautiful photographs. A hunter green, vintage truck is the scene for the...
Eclectic Mountaintop Vow Renewal
Contrary to popular belief, vow renewals don't have to be a grand, formal affair. They can be much quieter and intimate if that's more your speed. All that truly matters the most is you, your number one man, and of course some tasty little treats to munch on...
Magically Styled Fall Wedding Inspiration
For those brides who love all things fall, let this magically styled fall wedding shoot inspire you. The natural elements were the muse for this wedding photoshoot. Sage filled the air, as candles were lit to illuminate the stunning Bride. In New Orleans, Louisiana,...
Bohemian Garden Wedding Inspiration
Bohemian weddings are always so dreamy. Adding a little boho flair to your casual wedding can transform it into a more elegant affair without expensive, over the top decor. The invitations are your guests' first introduction to your wedding, and these dainty white...
Morning Of Wedding Inspiration
Collaboration between industry specialists, wedding gown designers Galia Lahav, Cassandra Renee, and multi-award-winning accessories designer Viktoria Novak, captured the most elegant morning of wedding photoshoot. With the "getting ready" portion of the wedding...
Georgia Vineyard Inspirational Wedding Venue
Kaya Vineyard & Winery in Northern Georgia is the beautiful location for this amazing wedding inspirational wedding venue. Amongst the bounty of greenery of the vineyard, deep reds and soft hues of pink were used to accent this vineyard wedding in the mountains....
Spooky Halloween Wedding Inspiration
A spooky wedding inspiration with vintage and romantic themes is just what we're looking for to celebrate Halloween this year. The sweetheart table was designed with champagne velvet, brass flatware, and black & gold vintage china. The color scheme was inspired by...
Romantic Royal Purple Wedding Inspiration
What bride doesn't want to feel like a princess on her wedding day? With the addition of accents of purple in your décor, you can feel like royalty on your special day. Throw out uniformity but still maintain refinement by mixing in various flowers in shades of blue...
