Blog Features
Where we share Planning, Advice, and buckets of Inspiration
Revamp Your Seasonal Beach Wedding With Dried Floral Accents
COVID-19 has required couples to get creative in reimagining plans for their big day. This past summer, many couples opted for outdoor ceremonies and receptions in place of their pre-pandemic planned venues. Although summer has ended and the weather is cooler, couples...
St. Petersburg Florida Staycation Ends With a Blissful Beachside Proposal
Nearly two years ago, Tinsley McBride and Rachel Maisner met at a Nashville karaoke bar. It was that night that Rachel belted her best rendition of “You Really Got Me” by The Kinks, and Tinsley realized she stood no chance against falling for Rachel. After a night...
Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa Offers Endless Options for Picturesque Destination Weddings
If your plans for a destination wedding look different today, consider “America’s Favorite Island,” with miles of pristine white-sand beaches, Spanish-moss draped live oaks, and Palmetto trees swaying in the warm island breezes. Located in the beautiful Lowcountry of...
Memphis Metal Museum Styled Wedding Features Fall Boho Vibes
The historic Memphis Metal Museum created an idyllic setting for this styled wedding shoot featuring fall, boho vibes. Classic flair, modern twists, and colorful details helped make the styled ceremony and reception come to life. A mobile bar by Tipsy Tumbler...
Line Ave Calligraphy Revives Lost Art Forms to Make Stunning Stationery
Stunning stationery sets the tone of your wedding day before anything else. After all, the first glimpse into your wedding day starts with your invitation suite. LineAveCalligraphy owner, Lauren Clements, collaborates with every couple to get an idea of their style...
An Unforgettable Proposal at Prescott Park in Portsmouth, New Hampshire
For the last year, Vanessa teased Aaron about presenting her a ring, but Aaron made it clear that it wasn't happening anytime soon. Little did Vanessa know Aaron was busy conspiring with close friends to plan the ultimate scenario for a proposal.After COVID-19...
Get Your Dream Wedding Style on a Budget at Brideside
You deserve the best when it comes to wedding shopping, and Brideside gives brides and bridesmaids an experience to celebrate. With a great selection of dresses and jumpsuits from top bridal designers, they have a passion for bringing peace of mind during one of...
Organic Floral Inspiration Just In Time for Your Fall Wedding
LUXE Atlanta Events and Ten Point Floral Design nailed the organic look their bride was dreaming of for her wedding day at Barn South, a brand new wedding venue in north Georgia. Macy O'Connell Photography was there to capture it all!Taylor, the gorgeous bride,...
Topeka: A New Digital Platform Connects Wedding Couples to Personalized Live Concerts by Celebs
Lately anyone in the wedding world has heard those dreaded words – cancelled, postponed, virtual. We speak with Brides and Grooms daily on how they’ve had to shift their dream day and it’s difficult to imagine what they’re experiencing.On the other hand, friends and...
Lifestyle Blogger Madelynn Dunham Says Yes To a Memorable Proposal
In the world of dating, weddings, and all things love, mutual friends are often the best matchmakers. In the case of Oklahoma City based blogger Madelynn Dunham and her now fiancé Patrick, mutual friends helped make an elaborate proposal and a lifelong commitment...
6 Ways to Curate an Epic Wedding Cake
Written by Jennifer Dean Some parts of your wedding aren’t just details﹣they’re focal points, and this includes your cake. Your choice of wedding cake can show who you are as a couple and it has the power to turn heads at an otherwise standard reception. A wise bride...
Hilton Sandestin Beach Offers 3 Creative Tips For a Reimagined Wedding
For many 2020 brides and grooms, the “big day” looks a bit different than how they imagined it would. But different doesn’t have to be a bad thing. At Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa, a big day is always a big deal—no matter what the celebration looks...
This Range of Cast Iron Cookware by Kana Should Be on Your Registry
Stylish and affordable, this range of Kana enamel cast iron cookware has a dish for every budget making it a wedding registry must-have. There are plenty of reasons to add enameled cast iron cookware to your kitchen arsenal. Solid cast iron is designed to retain...
Why Summer 2020 Cover Couple, Nyssa & Ahmad, Chose a New Orleans Destination Wedding
For those who may not know - at the end of July, we released our new Summer 2020 issue featuring the first black couple on the cover. And it’s imperative that we continue to be committed to supporting and highlighting #blacklove. It's also our responsibility to be...
Get to Know Heartwood Hall, Tennessee’s Popular Wedding Venue
Heartwood Hall, located in Pipertown, Tennessee, brims with classic romance. Its white and brick structures, resting upon acres of soft grass, radiate a kind of warmth that invites guests in and tethers them to an experience that is equally intimate and celebratory....
A Magical Wedding in the Ozark Mountains at Top of the Rock
Written by Katie Ginella Matt and I said “I do” on a cool evening overlooking Table Rock Lake in front of a panoramic window surrounded by twenty-five of our closest friends and family members. I remember six months into dating Matt, he was at Big Cedar Lodge covering...
The Gardens and Gallery of Monet Monet on 30A
Looking for stress free planning and an outdoor wedding venue surrounded by natural beauty amongst magnificent beaches and charming gardens? Grayton Beach Catering Events will handle all of your wedding needs from beginning to end with gracious ease and peace of mind....
These Luxe Hotels Are Saving the Wedding Day for COVID Couples
It goes without saying that in the wake of the global COVID-19 pandemic, couples around the world have had to make the unfortunate decision to cancel or postpone their wedding day. As the venue, hotels have witnessed firsthand the heartache engaged couples have had to...
Choosing the Right Diamond Engagement Ring Color for the Money
A diamond ring is an essential element for your special day. As you plan to pop the question and announce the engagement news to your friends and family, having the perfect ring to represent the merging of your lives should be well thought out and planned. While...
A Guide to Virtual Weddings During COVID and Beyond
COVID-19 has been the bane of the wedding industry for the last few months, and it looks as if it will continue to affect weddings for the rest of the year, and likely longer. Many people will never think of large gatherings in the same way again, and engaged couples...
Loews Miami Beach F&B Director Shakes Things Up for National Tequila Day
Cheers to National Tequila Day! This popular distilled beverage made from the blue agave plant found primarily in the area surrounding Tequila, Mexico is always a fun go-to liquor for celebrating. With so many options to shake and stir, we asked Steve Turk, the...
Acclaimed Nashville Singers, Drew & Ellie Holcomb, Show Neighborly Love with a Surprise Wedding Serenade
It's in the wine we drink, dirty dishes in the kitchen sink,And the lights go out til the sun comes up; we are not alone.It's in the miles we drive, never having to say goodbyeTo the things we tell each other without saying a word. There's a beauty that we never know...
Adopt Meditation as a Mindfulness Technique to Cope with Wedding Stress
Written by Macey Grant The stress placed on brides and grooms-to-be is heavier than ever. With all of the uncertainty and fear going on in our external environments, adopting practices to keep yourself anxiety-free is essential. The Southern Bride Tribe is here to...
Have an Unforgettable Elopement With Amy Marie Events
When wedding plans changed abruptly for Kathleen and Stephen, their dream of an intimate ceremony and a charming southern farmhouse filled with family and friends dancing the night away vanished in a moment. After reaching out to Amy Marie Events, their wedding...
Photographer extraordinaire, LaJoy Cox, of Netflix Series “Married at First Sight” and “Love is Blind” Reveals that in uncertain COVID times – Distance does Help Make the Heart Grow Fonder
We recently had the opportunity to chat with well known Atlanta-based wedding and lifestyle photographer, LaJoy Cox, about capturing the love stories of various couples for the TV series "Love is Blind" and "Married at First Sight." Leveraging 8 years of experience...
Choose Blue Ridge, Georgia for an Intimate Wedding or Reception
Brides love beginning their marriage journey by saying "I do" at Cherry Log Pavilion in Blue Ridge, Georgia. Couples are drawn to this area thanks to the beautiful foliage, small-town feel, and close proximity of rustic-chic cabins to stay in. The city is less than...
Honeymoons Turned “Homey-Moons”
While weddings are being postponed for when loved ones can once again celebrate life’s milestones together, newlyweds are also having to rain check on their romance-filled escapes. For those looking to recreate their planned honeymoon at home, for a “homey-moon” if...
New Summer/Fall 2020 Issue Coming Soon
Luxe getaway cars, opulent bars, and classic boutonnières are just a few details you won't want to miss in the upcoming issue. Stay tuned for more details but in the meantime, grab a copy of our current issue HERE. photographer: Caitlin Barry Photography |...
8 Quirky Ways to Help Spark Your Wedding Vision
More than ever before, couples are looking for ways to make their wedding stand out from the rest while at the same time, still be a perfect representation of the two of them. While there are an endless amount of ways to personalize your big day, here are quirky ways...
Tips for Couples on #GlobalForgivenessDay
Stephen WB Mitchell, Ph.D., and Erin AB Mitchell, MACP from Mitchell Counseling Services share their own experiences with forgiving each other and ways couples can practice it in their relationships. They admit that even though they have their own counseling practice...
Stars, Stripes, & Warm Summer Nights
Fourth of July celebrations usually include family gatherings, big backyard BBQ’s, fireworks, and traveling. This year with COVID-19 and social distancing everyone is trying to find different ways to safely enjoy the holiday. One adorable couple set the bar high for a...
The Top 5 Reasons to Invite Tickled Pink Photo Booth to Your Wedding
#1: Tickled Pink helps you create memories that will last a lifetime! The cake will be eaten, the party will end, and the flowers will wilt. But the photos will last forever! Don’t miss out on these precious memories. #2: There is something for every moment of your...
Little Vine Letter Is Your Southern Source for Hand Lettering
In a world full of digital printing, little vine letter believes that the craftsmanship and elegance of a hand-lettered product is the perfect finishing touch to bring together a wedding or event. Little vine letter specializes in hand-lettering and calligraphy for...
Happy Father’s Day from #SouthernBride
Celebrating all fathers and father figures today by sharing several special father-daughter moments submitted by our Southern Brides! Paige Winesette: "I was a bride back in April of 2019, and my father passed away when I was 15, so unfortunately, he wasn’t physically...
Mamma Mia! Inspires Tropical Loveland Elopement
This styled elopement inspired by Mamma Mia! was set on a beautiful, sunny day at picturesque Long Cove Resort in Charlotte, North Carolina. Drawing inspiration from little details throughout the film, it brought 'a small sliver of Greece to the Carolinas' with...
First Looks – When Time Stands Still
The “first look” is a newer tradition that allows couples to spend time alone prior to all the wedding festivities. Sharing a private, emotionally-filled moment with your partner can bring such a sense of peace to a whirlwind day. Whether it's just the two of you, or...
