Ross & Tiffany's Classic Charleston Engagement by Catherine Ann Photography

So, we officially have a new site! Yay!  Over the next few weeks, we'll be making some tweaks along the way, so bare with us as we get things in order.  You'll see we've got a brand, spanking new vendor section which I think you'll really love.  Each vendor category is broken down by city, so you can find an event pro in Charleston, Hilton Head, Myrtle Beach or Savannah.  My favorite  part is our new shop where you can pre-order the new A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine!  This is for our destination ladies who may not be able to pick one up in town.  Since we've been in the dark for the past few days, we 've got A LOT of gorgeous Southern wedding inspiration we need to share and we wanted to start with Ross & Tiffany's Classic Charleston Engagement by Catherine Ann Photography.  This adorable couple spent the afternoon moseying around the Holy City with the talented Catherine Ann.  We love their spot on outfit choices, Catherine's swoon-worthy photography style and their Save the Date paddle!

Candlefish - Scented Candle Making Class

Candlefish Candle making Class

Last week, I had the pleasure of attending 'Blogger Night' at the brand new Candlefish shop downtown....and it was awesome! The shop was the brainchild of the minds behind Rewined and Produce Candles and offers a killer selection of pre-made candles, beautiful stationery products, local Charleston goods and wonderful gift ideas for just about anyone you could think of.

Candlefish Charleston

But the best part is definitely the Library.  Yep, I said it.  There's an entire Library of 100 intoxicating aromas that are bound to satisfy anyone's sense of smell.  Not only is the library an eye-catching focal point in the room, complete with an vintage, library ladder, but its intent is to give you the chance to "smell" test your way to the perfect candle.  In fact, they've devised  a system to mirror the old-school card catalog where you track your progress so in the future you can remember which scents work best for you.

Candlefish Charleston

For 'Blogger Night', I joined seven other lovely Lowcountry ladies (Kaitlyn of dayjobsanddreams.com, Megan of holycitychic.com, Ally of aahlifeasiknowit.com, Annie of anniereeves.com, Jillian of cornflakedreams.com, Ryan of apolishedpalate.com and Gillian of acoastalbride.com) for an evening of candle-making, wine drinking and some good ol' Candlefishin'!

Candlefish Charleston

Charleston Bloggers

The class lasted about 2 hours and Hannah and Alyssa of Candlefish took us through the process step-by-step.  After we hit up the library to select our scents of choice, we took turns pouring the hot liquid wax, which we then whisked the fragrance oil.  It was a great, relaxing evening and so fun to see everyone's candles come to life.  If you're in the mood for a hands-on evening with a group of girlfriends (we think it would be perfect for a bridal shower or a bachelorette party activity!), I would highly recommend it!  The crew at Candlefish is kind enough to offer A Lowcountry Wedding readers a 20% discount off any class at any date in 2015, but the code (CHASBLOGGER14) expires December 31, 2014 at 11:55 PM, so act fast!

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Scarlet Wedding Tour - Ticket Giveaway!

The lovely Sara Skinner of Scarlet Plan & Design is the mastermind behind the upcoming Scarlet Wedding Tour and A Lowcountry Wedding is SO glad to be a part of it.  If you're planning a Charleston wedding, you won't want to miss this killer event.  Not only will it be overflowing with amazing design inspiration but it will be your best chance to get an up close look at our favorite Charleston Wedding Vendors.

Things get started over at the Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina on the morning of Saturday, January 31st where guests will enjoy breakfast bites before boarding trolleys and limos to hit up 3 of Charleston's top wedding venues - Historic Rice Mill Building, Boone Hall Plantation and Upstairs at Midtown.  At each venue, brides (and grooms!) will have the opportunity to enjoy jaw dropping tablescapes, luscious florals, gowns, cakes, linens, decor and more!  At the end of the day, everyone will return to the Harbor Resort to mix and mingle with the creative brains behind the afternoon while enjoying cocktails, dancing, hors d'oeuvres and desserts.  Oh, and did I mention there will be giveaway!  Lots and lots of giveaways!

The best part - Scarlet Plan & Design is currently giving away one pair of tickets which values at $125.00! That's right!  GIVING AWAY!  So, head on over to Scarlet Plan & Designs facebook page to enter.   All you have to do is like Scarlet Plan & Design's Facebook page, and share this post! Contest begins 12/18 and ends on 12/24. Names will be drawn each day and a winner will be chosen at random on Christmas Eve.   What are you waiting for!?  Go enter!

Pawleys Island Wedding at Brookgreen Gardens

We're so excited to launch a brand new section of our website.  We’ll FINALLY have a vendor section to highlight the wonderful vendors that call the Lowcountry home.  You’ll easily be able to navigate through the talented vendors and find the perfect ones that fit your style and budget.  Later this week, we're also opening pre-orders for A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine for those of you who, especially our destination friends, are dying to get your hands on a copy.  Vendors – we’ve got a handful of prime ad spots still available for some serious killer rates, so email us at hello{at}alowcountrywed.com to reserve yours!  To continue Southern Wedding Sunday, we've got a Pawleys Island Wedding at Brookgreen Gardens that we just know you're going to love!  Thanks to Rick Dean for capturing all of the elegant details...

Rick Dean Photography

From Rick Dean Photography: "Melissa loves making wishes by throwing money into fountains. One day, when she threw her money into the fountain at Brookgreen Gardens on Pawley's Island, Danny asked what she had wished for. When she turned around to respond, she found Danny on one knee, ready to propose.

After a beautiful ceremony at Saint Michaels Catholic Church in Murrells Inlet, Melissa and Danny returned to the stunning grounds of Brookgreen Gardens where Danny proposed to celebrate their wedding day. We had a blast walking around the grounds of Brookgreen Gardens and Litchfield Beach with Melissa, Danny, and their bridal party, and couldn't imagine a more fitting celebration for this super sweet couple."

Rick Dean Photography

Rick Dean Photography

RSG Event Designs

Rick Dean Photography

Brookgreen Gardens Wedding

Pawleys Island Wedding

Pawleys Island Wedding

Pawleys Island Wedding

Brookgreen Gardens Wedding

Pawleys Island Wedding

Rick Dean Photography

Pawleys Island Wedding

RSG Event Designs

Brookgreen Gardens Wedding

Pawleys Island Wedding

Rick Dean Photography

Rick Dean Photography

RSG Event Designs

Brookgreen Gardens Wedding

buttercream cakes and catering

Brookgreen Gardens Wedding

Brookgreen Gardens Wedding

Brookgreen Gardens Wedding

RSG Event Designs

Myrtle Beach Wedding

Brookgreen Gardens Wedding

RSG Event Designs

Brookgreen Gardens Wedding

RSG Event Designs

Myrtle Beach Wedding

RSG Event Designs

Myrtle Beach Wedding

RSG Event Designs

Brookgreen Gardens Wedding

Myrtle Beach Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Rick Dean Photography  //  DJ: Ascend Entertainment  //  Caterer: Austin's Catering  //  Reception Venue: Brookgreen Gardens  //  Cake Designer: buttercream cakes and catering  //  Equipment Rentals: EventWorks  //  Transportation: Extreme Limousine//  Floral Designer: RSG Event Designs

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In the mood for more Myrtle Beach wedding inspiration?  Check out some of our recent favorites below..

Pepper Plantation Wedding by Jeanne Mitchum Photography

It's a mad dash this week to complete our new website.  We'll FINALLY have a wonderful vendor section that will be just what you need to find the Lowcountry vendors who fit your style and budget.  You'll love it, I promise :)  We'll also open up pre-orders for A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine for those of you who are dying to get your hands on a copy.  Vendors - we've got a handful of prime ad spots still available for some serious killer rates, so email us at hello{at}alowcountrywed.com to reserve yours!  It's Southern Wedding Sunday and we're super excited to kick it off with a rustic Pepper Plantation Wedding from Jeanne Mitchum Photography.  We love the peach color palette, burlap table runners and the rustic decor and the adorable wedding favors!

Charleston Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Jeanne Mitchum Photography  //  Cake Designer: Amelia Claire's Sweets and Treats  //  Floral Designer: Charleston Florist  //  Hair Stylist: Charleston I Do //  Dress Store: David's Bridal  //  Dress Store :Impression Bridal Atlanta  //  Event Designer: InventivEnvironments  /  Tuxedo and Mens Attire: James Formal Wear  //  Other :Simply Elegant Party and Event Rentals  //  Reception Venue: The Pavilion at Pepper Plantation  //  Ceremony Location: The Pavilion at Pepper Plantation  //  Caterer: The Turtle Parfait

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Creek Club Wedding from By Invitation Only Event Planning & Design

Next week, we start pre-orders for A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine, so mark your calendars to make sure you get your copy!  For our vendor friends, we also have a handful of ad spots left at some pretty ridiculous rates and we'd love to include you in the party.  Shoot us an email and we can chat :)  I'm totally in love with today's pale purple color palette from Travis and Ashley's Creek Club wedding designed By Invitation Only...Event Planning & Design.  The sweet couple both grew up on Lake Murray and were brought together by the University of South Carolina.  On the night of Cinco de Mayo, in the beautiful city of Charleston, Travis proposed in front of pineapple water fountain.  This past May the duo tied the knot on a gorgeous Spring day along the banks of the Hobcaw Creek in a charming Lowcountry wedding.  Thanks to KICKSTAND STUDIO for capturing all the details!

Charleston Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  KICKSTAND STUDIO  //  Ceremony Location: Creek Club at I'On  //  Event Planner: By Invitation Only...Event Planning & Design  // Florist: Branch Design Studio  //  Entertainment: OtherBrother Entertainment  //  Rentals: EventHaus  //  Cake: Ashley Bakery

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Brookgreen Gardens Wedding by Paula Player Photography

The lovely Clark Gilmer, a gorgeous Lowcountry gal who you may remember from America's Next Top Model (among many other things!), recently tied the knot in Murrells Inlet at the stunning Brookgreen Gardens and I've been completely obsessed with the venue ever since.  Located just outside of Myrtle Beach, the Gardens offer a gorgeous setting for bridal portraits, rehearsal dinners or a lavish Lowcountry affair.  So, when the talented team at Paula Player Photography sent over Emily & Jason's Brookgreen Gardens Wedding, I literally couldn't wait to share with you all.  Not only is the photography to die for, but the design crew at Stunning & Brilliant Events teamed up with Blossoms Events for an elegant evening in romantic shades of pink that just makes me want to pin every single image!

 Myrtle Beach Wedding Vendors

Venue: Brookgreen Gardens

Photographer: Paula Player

DJ: Pinnacle

Cater/Bar" Austins

Cake/Grooms Cake: Coccadots

Flowers: Blossoms Events

Hair/Makeup: Stox

Linens/Tent/Lighting: Eventworks

Planner: Stunning and Brilliant Events

Navy and Coral Alhambra Hall Wedding by Whimsey Photography

Y'all, magazine pre-orders start in just TEN days!  So, mark your calendars for December 19th to make sure you snag a copy of the premier print edition of A Lowcountry Wedding Magazine.  We're also excited to announce we've added a few more pages, so we've got a handful of ad spots left (at great a deal!) for those who are interested.  Shoot us an email and let's chat!  In the meantime, we've got a perfectly preppy Alhambra Hall wedding from Whimsey Photography that we've been dying to share.  Molly + Cortie planned for an outdoor ceremony underneath the Large Oak Tree on the grounds of Alhambra.  To make sure their guests were comfortable, they were greeted with a bucket of sunnies, programs that doubled as fans and bug spray just in case the no-see-ums were out.  We love how the couple strategically placed umbrellas throughout the ceremony site to keep the setting sun out of their guests' eyes but still allow them to witness the duo's vows.  The reception took place inside where the tables were draped in navy with adorable navy spotted table runners and flowers in shades of coral and blush.

 Charleston Wedding Vendors

Photographer:  Whimsey Photography  //  Reception Venue: Alhambra Hall  //  Caterer: Bay Street Biergarten  //  Makeup Artist: Paper Dolls Hair and Makeup  //  Hair Stylist: Paper Dolls Wedding Hair & Makeup  //  Dress Store: White on Daniel Island

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