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Celebrating Women’s History Month

2024 Women’s History Month begins on Friday, March 1st, and continues until the last day of March, Sunday, March 31st. International Women’s Day, a holiday designed to promote the great achievements of women while bringing social issues relating to gender...

Meet Me At The Hermitage – The Hermitage Hotel, Nashville, Tennessee

Anniversary, Venues

by Gigi Bors-Koefoed GET ACQUAINTED The Hermitage Hotel in Nashville, TN, is a historic luxury hotel embodying Southern elegance. Built in 1910, it is known for its grand architecture, opulent interiors, and impeccable service. The hotel has served as a gathering...

Choosing the Perfect Diamond for Your Engagement Ring

Advice, Fashion, Jewelry

Choosing the right diamond for your engagement ring can often be an overwhelming endeavor. If you’re not an expert in jewelry the process can quickly become confusing. Fine jewelry retailer, With Clarity, makes finding the dream ring simple for shoppers,...

Elianna Chavez and Sam Davies Marry in Austin, Texas

Real Weddings

Elianna Chavez and Sam Davies married on July 28, 2023 at the beautiful and historical Woodbine Mansion nestled just outside of Austin, Texas. The couple met overseas on the vibrant streets of Wales, when Elianna, a Texan soccer enthusiast, chased her passion for the...

Putting on the Ritz – Vanderbilt-Style, Ritz-Carlton, Naples, Florida

Anniversary, Venues

by Sherra Meyers GET ACQUAINTED Located on the Gulf Coast of Southwest Florida, Ritz-Carlton, Naples is renowned for its opulent accommodations. Recently refurbished, this iconic hotel now features the Vanderbilt Tower, which boasts 75 guest rooms and a premier...

170 Years Old and Better Than Ever-The Mills House, Charleston, South Carolina

Venues

by Sherra Meyers GET ACQUAINTED Celebrating 170 years, the The Mills House has been one of Charleston’s beautiful landmarks since 1853. Its iconic pink facade adorns the historic Meeting Street, but there’s more inside to discover, like the beautiful greenery, antique...

Chloe Czapla and Wilson Butler’s Engagement in Auburn, Alabama

Engagements

Chloe and Wilson have been best friends since 8th and 9th grade. The couple spent two years quietly liking one another, before they officially began dating in High School. Both Chloe and Wilson then continued their relationship while attending college together...

Lunar New Year Customs and Wedding Planning

Holidays, Planning

Lunar New Year (also known as Chinese New Year and Spring Festival) has officially begun. This year the festival started on Saturday February 10th, and will continue until the Lantern Festival on Saturday 24th. Lunar New Year begins anytime between January 21st and...

Celebrating Black History Month with Phillip Ashley Chocolates

Cakes, Food & Drink, Holidays

In honor of Black History Month, Southern Bride highlights an inspiring entrepreneur, Memphis native, and a James Beard Foundation Semi-Finalist, Phillip Ashley Rix, the mastermind behind Phillip Ashley Chocolates. His remarkable success story is driven by a...

GRAMMYs RED CARPET BRIDAL INSPIRATION

Fashion, 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...