Real Weddings
Blake & Ashley Wedding LookBook
Blake Williams and Ashley Clark were married on November 4th, 2017 at the Maison Dupuy Hotel courtyard in the New Orleans, Louisianna in front of 75 of their closest friends and family. The bride is the daughter of Rick and Pam Clark of Sarasota, Florida. The groom is...
EXCLUSIVE LOOK AT MATTIE JACKSON’S FAIRYTALE WEDDING: PART 2
Welcome to Part 2 of our exclusive look at Mattie Jackson’s Fairytale Wedding. If you haven't heard already, Mattie Jackson Selecman, daughter of country music legend Alan Jackson, is Southern Bride's Summer 2018 cover bride. We are all too thrilled to share all the...
Maggie Cooper + Paul Roney Wedding Lookbook
Maggie Cooper and Paul Roney were married December 2, 2017 at the Elms Mansion in New Orleans before 300 friends and family in a wedding coordinated by Betsy McKay of Salt Style & Events. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and...
Exclusive Look at Mattie Jackson’s Fairytale Wedding: Part 1
Welcome to Part 1 of our exclusive look at Mattie Jackson's Fairytale Wedding. We are so excited that Mattie Jackson, daughter of country music legend, Alan Jackson, is Southern Bride's cover girl for our 2018 Summer/Fall current issue. Her drop dead gorgeous wedding,...
Summer/Fall 2018 Issue Featuring Alan Jackson’s Daughter’s Wedding Is Available Now!
Our Summer/Fall 2018 Issue featuring Alan Jackson's daughter's wedding is finally here! Available on news stands across the South and the South East. We could not be more excited about our cover girl. Mattie Jackson, daughter of country music legend, Alan Jackson,...
Becca & Gene Real Wedding Video
We love wedding videos. We featured Becca and Gene's real wedding on SouthernBride.com last week. Watch the beautiful wedding in the video below. We can't get enough of it, each shot is gorgeous and gives inspiration for future brides. Want to show your wedding on the...
Exclusive Look At Tara Lipinski’s Dream Wedding Part 1
Olympic Gold Medalist, Tara Lipinski, beautifully graces the cover of our 2018 Winter/Spring current issue and her dreamy wedding has a gorgeous editorial feature inside the pages. From her star studded guest list, to flowers that seem to go on for days, we couldn't...
Kurt Busch’s St. Barths Wedding
Kurt Busch and Ashley Van Metre's St. Barths wedding graced our cover for a reason. From the gown and the rings, to the flowers and exotic destination, this wedding is a tropical paradise. Every detail of their big day was full of love, including when Ashley's 90...
Southern Bride Summer/Fall 2017 Fall Cover
We're Revving Up For Our New Cover! Calling all NASCAR and Southern Bride fans. You can start your engines because our new cover is out now! Featuring NASCAR driver Kurt Busch with his new bride, professional polo player and model, Ashley Van Metre. Who wouldn't want...
The Harrison Ballroom
The Harrison Ballroom located in Keller/Fort Worth, Texas is a hidden treasure for brides looking for a unique venue for their wedding and/or reception. The ballroom itself is a beautiful blank canvas featuring gorgeous chandeliers that exude elegance. The space can...
New York Style Wedding Inspiration
In the sweet town of Anderson, South Carolina lies Beckley Station, a perfect venue inspired by Pennsylvania Station in New York. Some things are meant to be, and this venue was definitely meant to be for bride and groom, Laura and David. Laura, a southern belle from...
Destination Wedding Inspiration Under The Tuscan Sun
This destination wedding inspiration from Italy has our jaws on the floor. From the spectacular views to the simple and elegant decor, it's perfect inspiration to get your mind reeling with destination ideas. Destination weddings are definitely a favored option among...
Jessilon Coppolo & Joel Madison
Proposal Back when Joel and I were first getting to know each other we spent a lot of our time hiking, kayaking, biking, and going on picnics at Pipestem Resort State Park. I can remember one of my most favorite dates that we had there. I had baked cupcakes and made...
Destination Weddings Are Trending
Destination weddings are a fantastic trend that we think is here to stay. Bride and Grooms are exchanging vows all over the world in exotic lands. Destination weddings aren't just about the amazing views and incredible memories you'll take home from you nuptials, they...
Gorgeous Hydrangea in All The Details
Kate and Fletcher Valentine said their "I do's" at the gorgeous Green Boundary Club in South Carolina. The soft shades of blue paired with crisp airy white make this traditional wedding feel so perfectly southern. We love the way hydrangea were incorporated into all...
LeBlanc & Samaha Real Wedding
This simple, elegant wedding was a dream! David’s father officiated the ceremony as the couple took their vows surrounded by their closest loved ones. Afterwards, the guests gathered in the ballroom for a beautiful reception filled with great food. Hannah and David’s...
Raleigh, North Carolina: Stunning Hanging Garden
When bride, Natasha, went to Erin McLean Events, she had this vision of finding the perfect place to be married in a garden, but as any practical bride would want, a solid rain plan. Doesn't sound glamorous does it? Don't speak too soon! If, practically, you can't get...
Callie + Charlie, A Lifetime of Adventure
THE FIRST ENCOUNTER Charlie and I met in the barn. My mother had suggested that I call Charlie to check on my little sister’s horse, Freckles, after I noticed he was lame. I called, not knowing who he was and he said that he would check on him later that night....
Kara + Joe: Modern Wedding Goals
Kara and Joe Hsu said "I do" on August 14th, 2016 at this incredibly chic Atlanta wedding. A minimalistic take on decor combined with formal attire is exactly what we're thinking for our modern wedding goals. From the abstract bouquet to the stand out greenery this...
Gorgeous Charleston Wedding That Almost Didn’t Happen
Every bride has nightmares about things going wrong on her big day. Unfortunately, for Colleen James & Ryan Mattocks, almost everything that could have gone wrong did. Thanks to some genius moves from Mod Events, a gorgeous Charleston wedding was pulled off and...
Did You See The News?
We are so excited to see Southern Bride in the news! Meteorologists, Brittney Bryant and Any Chiuppi's gorgeous Memphis wedding, as featured in our 2017 Winter/Spring issue, were featured on WMC's Action News 5. Check out the full story HERE.
Romantic Memphis Garden Ceremony
Tom Eberle and Sarah Mitchell's romanic garden ceremony took place in Sarah's home town, Memphis, TN. Annesdale Mansion served as the perfect backdrop for their ceremony and reception. They were surrounded by so much love and beauty. It was the perfect celebration for...
Exclusive Peak at WWE’s Lana + Rusev’s Bulgarian Wedding
We are so honored to have the pleasure of sharing the exclusive feature of WWE's Lana + Rusev's Bulgarian Wedding. Rusev and Lana said their "I do's" twice. One Hollywood worthy soiree in Malibu and one elegant and traditional wedding ceremony in Rusev's native...
Undeniable Sparks – Anna & Corey
Take a look at this stunning Florida wedding! Anna and Corey Peterson had a luxurious wedding on the beach, and you can find more details here! P.S. - Don't forget to follow us on Snapchat for an exclusive behind the scenes look at Southern Bride!
Beautiful Christmas New Orleans Wedding
Merry Christmas to all our southern brides! We are excited to share the beautiful Christmas wedding of Alyse and Tommy Weber. "I have a love of weddings, but I also have an extreme love of the holidays, and Christmas especially. When it becomes possible to mix these...
Southern Sophisticated Christmas Wedding
Check out this glamorous and sophisticated Christmas wedding in Louisiana! Rachael and Dylan Walker celebrated their big day with a classy magnolia and winter greenery ceremony. The black, cream, green and gold accents added the perfect touch to their pinecones and...
Classic Georgia Boathouse Wedding
Take a look at this classic Southern wedding in Georgia! Hailey and Matthew Money had a beautiful boathouse ceremony donned in navy, white and green. The weather was perfectly sunny, and the couple entered the reception on a sunset boat ride at the Frederica Golf...
Military Vineyard Anniversary Shoot
Marty and Candice Schmidt have been married for 21 years, and they have an adorable adopted son named Caleb. Marty is an active duty Army Major who has been serving the country for the past 25 years. They have been through 8 tours and 9 duty stations together, and...
Meet Me In St. Louis! – Katherine & Scott
Check out this adorable St. Louis couple, Katherine and Scott Mayer! Their Missouri wedding is one for the books. Get more details on the big day here! P.S. - Be sure to follow Southern Bride on Snapchat for exclusive content every week!
Vintage Inspired Masquerade Wedding
Photographer's note: Seattle residents Britt and Nick planned a fall destination wedding in their home state of Missouri. The ceremony took place outside and the reception was held in a barn at the Chaumette Vineyards and Winery. Both the bride and groom love...
A Perfect Match – McKenzie & Karon
Isn't this Memphis wedding picture perfect?! Check out more of the Nash's formal glam wedding here! P.S. - Follow us on Snapchat for a behind-the-scenes look at Southern Bride!
Real Wedding Announcement: Megan & Charles Hanson
There's nothing quite like a classic Italian romantic wedding - Be sure to check out Megan and Charles Hanson's Arkansas wedding here! P.S. - Follow us on Snapchat for behind the scenes content every week!
Old Town Alexandria Marine Corps Wedding
Photographer’s note: Jeff and Amanda have known each other since high school. He calls her Blondie and the first set of dog tags he gave her have that inscription on it. Recently home from deployment, she honored his service and love by having them tied around her...
It’s a Home Run! – Malcom & Heid
This Arkansas wedding was a home run for Anne and Drew Heid! Be sure to check it out here for more lovely pictures and wedding details. P.S. - Don't forget to follow us on Snapchat for exclusive behind-the-scenes content every week!
Real Wedding At The William Aiken House
Photographer’s Note: Sara booked me for my very first Charleston wedding 4 years ago - I have always been so grateful to her for giving the new girl a shot. When she asked me to shoot her wedding, I was incredibly honored and so excited to be a part of what I knew...
Romance from Across the Pond – Scottie & Roger Watson
FROM THE BRIDE: Truly, the happiest day of my life. Surrounded by my best friends and my sweet family, Roger and I enjoyed ourselves from start to finish. I began the day surrounded by my girl friends at my bridal brunch, while Roger cheered for his favorite...
