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South Carolina’s Boone Hall Plantation is Simply Sublime
From the bountiful blooms to the dainty invitation suite, serene shades of mauve, blush and taupe united to create an ethereal theme for this styled shoot in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Boone Hall Plantation boasts sprawling views from every angle such as the rows...
Pink Versace China Sets the Mood for a Love Filled Dinner
Though Valentine’s Day 2020 is over, love is always in the air! Take a cue from this sweet styled shoot when planning your Spring nuptials or even a date night: delicate details, family mementos, and a romantic color scheme. Lauren Roberts, owner of Line Avenue...
A Perfect Paris Proposal
We're celebrating Valentine's Day 2020 by sharing this magical proposal that recently took place in Paris, France. The adorable couple not only shared their engagement story with us, but also let us in on how they first met. Get all the details below! From the groom,...
Major Heart Eyes for Kendra Scott’s 2020 Valentine’s Collection
Leading, luxury designer, Kendra Scott, debuted her new Valentine’s collection in an exclusive IGTV feature for Southern Bride and we couldn’t be more excited to share the details with you! Whether you’re shopping for a galentine’s gift, a sweet surprise for your new...
Whimsical Garden Styled Shoot Showcases Curvy and Alluring Wedding Looks
The elegant and whimsical landscape of Cator Woolford Gardens of Atlanta, Georgia provided the ultimate, serene backdrop for this dreamy plus size bridal shoot to showcase that plus size brides are beautiful too! The brainchild of plus size bridal shop, Curvy Rose,...
Say I Do with Stylish Wedding Stationery
Jazz up your Spring wedding by introducing stylish stationery! Stationery is a fun, unique way to add elevated details to your big day without breaking the bank. It’s customized pieces of art that will only help represent your relationship. Stationery is more than...
Extra Sweet Styles from Anne Barge Bridal
J’ADORE ANNE BARGE Heat up the romance this Valentine’s Day with extra sweet styles from Anne Barge. Set the mood and infuse your special day with heartfelt cheer. Whether celebrating your wedding day, an anniversary, or locking eyes with the one; these dazzling gowns...
Midsummer Night’s Dreamy Fashion Shoot by Couture by Tess Bridal
Welcome to the land of fairy tales with a fashion shoot sure to please your senses by Couture by Tess Bridal entitled, A Midsummer Night's Dream. The photo series has been split into two acts. The first act includes the portrayal of the unrequited love between...
Personalize Your Wedding with Tips from 4 Industry Influencers
In 2020 we expect weddings to take on fresh, new elements and trends! And while we’re excited to hop on the bandwagon, we also want to encourage brides to continue incorporating those more personal details. As arguably one of the most important days of your life, your...
Tying the Knot on Sea Island, Georgia: A Real Golden Isles Wedding
New Yorkers Rachel Tulchin and Kevin Bailey were married on a beautiful late September day under the sprawling live oak trees on Sea Island. With the iconic Cloister Garden as their background, guests witnessed the couple's special outdoor ceremony, complete with a...
Epic Elegance at an Alabama Lakeside Estate
A striking, lakeside estate could not have been more perfect for this elegant inspiration in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Everything from the bride’s bouquet to the fountain and grand staircase were embellished with bountiful blooms fit for a queen. The pastel details “put...
Sweet Details: How to Incorporate Pies into Your Wedding
Today is super sweet as it's National Pie Day! To celebrate this fun "holiday," we chatted with Cara Greenstein, founder of Memphis food + lifestyle blog, Caramelized, about creative ways to incorporate pies into a bride's big day. Cara opted to highlight mini pies...
Getaway to Miami Beach for a Retro-Glam and Girly Weekend
Tying the knot in 2020 and searching for a tropical, bachelorette weekend hot-spot? Grab your girls and head to The Confidante Miami Beach! Part of the Unbound Collection by Hyatt, the oceanfront hotel offers fair rates for its prime location; situated between swanky...
Rustic Luxury at Missouri’s Big Cedar Lodge
Big Cedar Lodge is home to an ample array of accommodations for wedding guests, bachelor and bachelorette getaways and of course, honeymoons. Whether a fancy and formal couple or a free spirited pair who loves glamping, there’s something for every type of bride and...
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Artist Lauren Clements Brings Important Moments to Life with her Calligraphy Biz
Hi! I'm Lauren Clements, a full-service stationer and artist in Louisiana. I specialize in watercolor and calligraphy and turning those things into full invitation suites and keepsakes for the biggest moments and events. My entire life I’ve had an obsession with paper...
The Ivy Hotel’s Winter Garden is a Romantic Haven for Baltimore Weddings & Private Parties
The Ivy Hotel, a 19th century mansion located in Baltimore's historic Mount Vernon neighborhood, is the only Relais & Chateaux hotel in the state of Maryland. The building has been fully restored to its former glory and opened in summer 2015 after an extensive...
5 Dreamiest Coastal Wedding & Engagement Photo Locations in the Golden Isles
Tucked away on the Georgia coast, the Golden Isles is home to some of the most beautiful and Insta-worthy spots on the Atlantic. Visitors and romantics alike have been traveling to the area for hundreds of years in search of a serene setting, breathtaking scenery and...
Winter/Spring 2020 Cover Couple Tyler Rich & Sabina Gadecki Tie the Knot at Saddle Woods Farm
Now that we've spilled the details on Tyler's proposal and Sabina's wedding planning process, we'd also like to dish on their festival-themed nuptials and where they're planning to honeymoon! THE BIG DAY. Our ceremony of 275 was led by one of our best friends,...
Country Singer Tyler Rich and Actress Sabina Gadecki Grace the Cover of the Winter/Spring 2020 Issue
Southern Bride is thrilled to announce the new Winter/Spring 2020 issue featuring cover stars, Tyler Rich and Sabina Gadecki. The adorable newlyweds gave us the inside scoop from their magical day and we couldn't be more excited to share it with all of you. Today,...
Portland Head Light is the Ultimate Backdrop for a Seasonal, Coastal Maine Elopement
Nestled on the rocky coast of Cape Elizabeth, Maine sits the stunning Portland Head Light; one of the world’s most iconic lighthouses. During the summer, Portland Head Light is bustling with visitors and tourists from all over the world. But during the late fall and...
Snowy Hometown Engagement in Snoqualmie Pass, Washington
Alexa and James were praying for a snowy, winter engagement session. Since they’re getting married in early September 2020, where hopefully the Seattle area will grant some sun, they wanted a beautiful wintery scene for their images. Even the night before looked like...
A Bubbly, South Carolina Toast to a New Year of Weddings
Southern Bride is welcoming 2020 with this festive, engagement story! Tim and Desiree are college sweethearts but their story begins back in high school. Desiree's Mom and Tim's Dad, both teachers at the same school, were work friends. The couple first met eleven...
The Story of Taylor’d Crowns: Fresh Flower Crowns
Many people have asked me if I have always wanted to open a flower crown truck. And quite honestly, the answer is no. But I have always loved flowers, because flowers make people happy! (Am I wrong?)… But what’s better than flowers?! A flower crown! I knew from the...
A Merry & Bright Winter Wedding Shoot
Sarah Brehant planned and designed this edgy, jewel tone styled shoot to brighten up your winter and give inspiration for winter brides. Don’t be afraid to use color at your winter events! It’s so blase outside, why not lift your guests up in the dead of winter with...
More Guests Means More Bells & Whistles at Beaches® Resorts
The more the merrier, they say—and nowhere does that hold more true than at a Beaches® Resorts wedding. The more guests you bring, the more Bells & Whistles you’ll get. And to sweeten the pot, you can even pick and choose the perks that mean the most to you....
From Italy with Love: A Fabulous Backdrop for Celebrating Your Most Anticipated Role As Bride and Groom
Last Autumn, the shine from the harvest moon wasn’t the only reason we got that loving feeling. As temps dropped stateside, Southern Bride went on a whirlwind adventure through the cities and countryside of Italy and discovered a country that captures your heart,...
Dreamy Christmas Tree Styled Shoot
When you think of Christmas, what do you think of? Family? Love? Magic? When planning your wedding or elopement do you think of the same things? We thought, why not put the two together and plan a dreamy, Christmastime editorial shoot to offer brides-to-be inspiration...
Anomalie’s New DressBuilder Is Bringing the Bride’s Dream Wedding Dress to Life
With more than 2.6 million weddings occurring in America each year, brides are looking for that dress- the one they’ve been dreaming about for ages. And although many are spending thousands on a dream dress, there’s still a lack of accessibility, limited inventory,...
Sanyukta Shrestha Reveals Sustainable 2020 Bridal Collection: The Autumn Daydream
Leading, award-winning, luxury bridal designer, Sanyukta Shrestha, revealed her most poetic creation to date with the launch of her 2020 collection titled “The Autumn Daydream.” Entwined with the nostalgia and extraordinary beauty of nature, the campaign is a love...
Top 10 Historic Wedding Venues in the Southeast
It’s no secret that the Southeast boasts hospitality, Southern charm, and some serious culinary creations we like to call “down-home country cookin’,” but did you also know that the Southeast is second to none when it comes to historic wedding venues? From a Southern...
#HappyThanksgiving
From our Afloral tablescape to yours, all of us at Southern Bride wish you a #HappyThanksgiving!
‘Tis the Season for Engagements – Here’s How to Start Planning Your Dream Destination Wedding
With the holidays in full swing, love is in the air and engagement season is upon us! Now through the end of the year, new brides-to-be will experience the thrill of engagement, followed by what can feel like the immense weight of planning the biggest event most...
The Heart Races Styled Shoot: All the Details
Stable View Farm is such a dream! The abundance of different locations to play with ensures multiple ways to showcase the property's beauty. We gathered inspiration from the land to create a one-of-a-kind ceremony and reception design. The property yields a small...
The Heart Races Styled Shoot: A Playful Take on Equestrian Bridal
"The Heart Races" styled shoot is inspired by the uniqueness of the property along with celebrating and welcoming all couples, ideas, and walks of life! Stable View, located in Aiken, South Carolina, offers a number of choices for your wedding day including 2 venues,...
From Stressed Out To Blissed Out
Reducing Wedding Planning Stress with Nutrition By Hanna SenderLet's talk about stress, shall we? Plain and simple, planning a wedding is stressful. Whether you're planning a big soiree or a small, intimate dinner party - you're inevitably going to encounter moments...
