Inspirations
The Styled Challenge by Southern Bride, Savannah, Georgia
The Styled Challenge by Southern Bride is a design competition that aims to showcase creative talents as a team by styling a design space based on an assigned venue and parameters provided to the team. Each competing design team is assigned a mood board and venue...
Find Your Perfect Bridal Dress With Kennedy Blue
Online retailer Kennedy Blue offers a wide selection of stunning bridesmaid dresses, bridal gowns, and suits. Kennedy Blue makes finding the perfect wedding outfit amazingly convenient and low-cost, while still maintaining impeccable quality. Parties will be delighted...
How to Give a Heartfelt and Memorable Toast
Wedding toasts make your heart swell and a lump form in your throat. But how do you give a heartfelt and memorable toast? A great toast has three elements: it honors and celebrates the person or couple, it helps the audience learn more about them, and shares stories...
Hummingbird Harmonies: A Hip Harpist for Hire
A bride is dressed in her wedding gown, anxious and excited to finally marry the love of her life. She takes a deep breath to soothe the butterflies in her stomach. She's been waiting for this day for a long time, and all of her meticulous planning has finally come...
Megan Weekley & Grover Collins Marry at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center
Megan Weekley and Grover Collins were married on July 23, 2022, in Nashville, TN, at the iconic event venue, The Schermerhorn Symphony Center. Surrounded by 175 close friends and family members, the bride and groom...
Romance In Charleston, South Carolina
Downtown Charleston makes for the perfect engagement session backdrop. There are so many hidden gems scattered throughout the city, such as Rainbow Row and Saint Michael's Alley. This adorable couple, Nick and Krystina, wanted to utilize as many scenic spots as...
16 Sensational Las Vegas Bachelorette Destinations
For bachelorette parties, traveling to Las Vegas for a fun-filled weekend extravaganza might seem daunting at first. Where to start? Where should you stay? And most importantly, what amazing activities can you plan for your girl group? These 16 Las Vegas destinations...
Holley Cooley and Gerald Burkholder’s Engagement at Sapphire Point, CO
Holley Cooley and Gerald Burkholder met each other for the first time at Collins Bar on December 21, 2019. Though Holley parked in front of Collins Bar, she mistakenly walked five blocks in the wrong direction before Gerald came and rescued her. Their date ended up...
Top Wedding Dress Trends of 2024 from NYC Bridal Fashion Week
With New York Bridal Fashion Week kicking off in April 2023 and making its first in person debut after the worldwide pandemic, designers featured their Spring/Summer 2024 collections for the world to see. Since summer has just begun and fall is well on its way, here...
A Blooming Blue Spring Wedding in Augusta, GA
Inspired by spring delicacy and intricate details, this dreamy, intimate editorial in Augusta, GA, combined whimsical colors and textures with bold, chic elements to produce a celebration rooted in Southern hospitality. From the gorgeous bridal suite and breathtaking...
Long Weekend Wedding Ideas
For many of us, Memorial Day weekend marks the beginning of summer and the start of wedding season. Weddings are often held on Saturdays because it is the most convenient day, but how about a wedding during the long weekend? When should the wedding ceremony be held,...
Five Fun DIY Wedding Favors
Wedding favors are a great way for guests to look back and remember your special day. And DIY-ing your wedding favors guarantees a unique personal touch that attendees will appreciate. Creating your own wedding favors might be easier than you think. With some...
Wedding Stress: 15 Stress-Relieving Activities
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed out as you plan your big day? Trust us, you are not alone. Wedding planning can be a significant source of stress for many couples, but it doesn't have to be that way! The following 15 stress-relieving activities will help you...
“I Do” and More
You go together like milk and cookies; you fit together like the teeth of a zipper and not even the craziest of life’s circumstances can get you stuck—you found your person and you’re ready to say “I do”. Is that it though? Are you going to say anything else? Have you...
7 Practical Travel Goods
Wedding season is not the only season that is around the corner. Warmer weather means travel for many of us and over the years we have seen luggage pieces transform into lighter, more compact and airline approved, but what about the pieces we carry? We don't need to...
10 Essential Fashion Tips For The Groom and Groomsmen
On the wedding day, the bride and her entourage present an almost ethereal vision. The groom and his men must be dressed in their best too. But often, the men’s outfits are left for the last moment or rushed. The men should try to complement the look of the ladies and...
Unique Bachelorette Party Destinations Around the World
THESE DESTINATIONS CAN BE PACKAGED TO SUIT YOUR NEEDS THROUGH ROMANTIC DESTINATIONS TRAVEL - EMAIL TRAVEL EXPERT - CHRISTINE SHEPHERD WITH QUESTIONS Are you ready to wave goodbye to singlehood in style? Whether you're looking for a wild weekend of partying or a...
Styled Shoots By Southern Bride – The Hotel At Avalon Ceremony Inspiration
Styled by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition, and The Styled Challenge is a design competition showcasing the works of talented wedding professionals from various regions. WINNERS FOR BEST PHOTOGRAPHY AND DESIGN AT THE HOTEL AT AVALON, Atlanta,...
Styled Shoots By Southern Bride – The Hotel At Avalon Reception Inspiration
Styled Shoots by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition, and The Styled Challenge is a design competition showcasing the works of talented wedding professionals from various regions. WINNERS FOR BEST PHOTOGRAPHY AND DESIGN AT THE HOTEL AT AVALON,...
A Spring Wedding Filled with Blush Details
From ruffled skirts to tiny treats, Julianna Smith and William Hansen's spring wedding with a blush aesthetic boasted dreamy details in full bloom. The bride's sweetheart neckline paired with blush knotted sandals effortlessly blended timeless style with a flirty...
Rheagan Courville & James Branton Marry in New Orleans, Louisiana
Rheagan Courville and James Branton were married on January 8, 2022, in New Orleans, Louisiana, at the historic Spanish Custom House (owned by the groom's uncle) near the beloved Bayou St. John. Guests were seated on the front lawn and witnessed the bride's arrival in...
Styled Shoots by Southern Bride – Cheeca Lodge Spa Island Reception Inspiration
Styled Shoots by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition, and The Styled Challenge is a design competition inspiring brides by showcasing the works of talented wedding professionals from various regions. WINNERS FOR BEST PHOTOGRAPHY AND DESIGN AT CHEECA...
Styled Shoots by Southern Bride – Cheeca Lodge Ballroom Reception Inspiration
Styled Shoots by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition, and The Styled Challenge is a design competition showcasing the works of talented wedding professionals from various regions. WINNERS FOR BEST PHOTOGRAPHY AND DESIGN AT CHEECA LODGE AND SPA,...
Styled Shoots By Southern Bride – Cheeca Lodge Garden Rehearsal Dinner Inspiration
Styled Shoots by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition, and The Styled Challenge is a design competition showcasing the works of talented wedding professionals from various regions. WINNER FOR BEST PHOTOGRAPHY AND DESIGN AMBASSADORS AT CHEECA LODGE AND...
Styled Shoots by Southern Bride – Cheeca Lodge South Beach Inspiration
Styled Shoots by Southern Bride is a wedding photographer competition, and The Styled Challenge is a design competition showcasing the works of talented wedding professionals from various regions. WINNERS FOR BEST PHOTOGRAPHY AND DESIGN AT CHEECA LODGE AND SPA,...
Infuse Pantone’s 2023 Color of the Year Into Your Wedding Weekend
Symbolizing strength and optimism, Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2023 signals everything we hope for the upcoming year. Magenta is a bold and vibrant shade of pink that features hints of blue and crimson red with a unique blend of warmth and coolness. Viva Magenta...
10 Valentine Gift Ideas For Him
10 Valentine gift ideas for him. As one season of gift giving comes to an end, another begins. February, a short, sweet month of love provides another opportunity to spoil our significant other. Since gift giving can be a challenging task and to avoid giving yet...
8 Crazy Ways to Propose in Puerto Rico
At the top of the longest zipline in North America, “The Monster.” Tucked in the mountains of Orocovis, thrill-seeking couples can get their hearts pumping at Toroverde Adventure Park, home to what it claims is “the longest zipline in America.” The platform...
Industry Expert Q&A with Dynamic Styling Duo Alison Bruhn and Delia Folk
Have you been dreaming of your wedding day for as long as you can remember? If so, you know that you are planning for one of the happiest days of your life. Although joyous, preparing for a wedding can be stressful, overwhelming, and time-consuming. Securing an event...
Vintage Inspiration At Hotel Magdalena in Austin, Texas
GET ACQUAINTED Hotel Magdalena is a recent innovative project from the Bunkhouse Group, a celebrated hospitality company behind some of Texas’ most unique hotels. Located in the vibrant South Congress neighborhood of Austin, Hotel Magdalena fuses the city and nature...
Enchanting Gardens and Waters of Villa Sola Cabiati at Lake Como, Italy
The allure of Lake Como is evident with its stunning villas, cerulean waters, magnificent gardens, and mysterious magical sunlight. It is an otherworldly experience when surrounded by endless breathtaking beauty. The enchanting Villa Sola Cabiati, built in the 16th...
Horses And Hounds Inspired Wedding at the Middleburg Hunt, Virginia
Hunt Country in the Virginia countryside, in many ways, is the embodiment of southern charm. Many couples are looking for wedding experiences beyond a rehearsal dinner and wedding day for their guests. The Middleburg Hunt, established in 1906, often appears at...
Sustainable and Opulent Tea Party At The Garrison Inn In Newburyport, Massachusetts
These featured vendors, inspired by the decadence of Rococo art and fashion, were drawn to the opulence of the Marie-Antoinette era and by the chic simplicity and thoughtfulness of Atelier Andree Ciccarelli's designs. To complement these stunning gowns, Elizabeth...
Propose to Your Bridesmaids with Bubbly from The Sip
If you’ve been looking for a fun way to pop the question to your bridesmaids, try popping champagne! When Southern Bride's Assistant Editor got engaged this past year, she knew she wanted to ask her two sisters to be co-maids of honor. After searching for a creative...
9 Home Goods For The Happy Couple – Love Affair At Home After The Big Day
Where love happens at home - in the bedroom and the kitchen. We have some new items for the home that will leave you blissful long after the big day! From cozy nights to happy mornings, this list is a great starter to your new life. KEEPING WARM AND COZY FOR...
Lemons On Friday
In 2018 Mattie Jackson and Ben Selecman's fairy-tale wedding at the bride's gorgeous parents' estate in Franklin, Tennessee, was featured in the Southern Bride's Summer/Fall 2018 issue. The beautiful bride and her parents, Denise and country songwriter and singer...
