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Today, White Thread is delivering an explosion of eye candy thanks to the wonderful team over at WED Charleston and the incomparable Marni Rothschild.  So far we’ve gotten a look at Eimile + Drue’s beautiful ceremony at Lowndes Grove (see here and here to catch up).

Next up, the explosion of gorgeousness that is the reception tent.  I love how the color palette here was kept clean and neutral with sparkle and texture added in via the chandeliers and incredibly subtle custom creme sequin linens.  It really imparts a modern element on the whole space and lets the INCREDIBLE florals get the attention they rightfully deserve.  Designed by H.B. Stems out of Beaufort, SC the mix of coral and orange french tulips, garden roses, ranunculus, and peonies are fresh, feminine, springy beauties.

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A larger tent was set up for the bar with two smaller adjacent tents to create a VIP cabana-like feel. Modern outdoor lounge furniture from Snyder Lounge completed the look.   Guests could escape the dance party for a breather but still feel like they were in the middle of everything.  The best of both worlds!  WED brought in more color by draping the ceiling of the lounge cabanas with a coral faux dupioni silk.  The result is a stunningly unexpected burst of color.

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Don’t you just want to live in that cabana?  I do! I do!  Maybe Ellen and her team can just come build one in my backyard…must figure out how to deal with hurricane season though I suppose…

More coming right up, including an hors d’oeuvres spread that will have you wondering why we ever eat “normal” size portions of anything when the mini versions are so stinkin’ cute.

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Posted by Dina @ White Thread in Real Weddings, South Carolina on September 21st, 2009   |   1 Comment

There are so many reasons to love today’s real wedding.  Designed by the superstars at WED Charleston, you just know it’s going to be jaw-droppingly gorgeous.  But I have to say lead planner Ellen Cohn Robinson outdid herself.  In a city that takes its weddings very seriously, these ladies are like wedding superheros, swooping in and transforming reception spaces into lush, beautiful jewel-box like experiences.

Literally every detail is thoughtful, beautiful…perfect.

From WED’s Hannah Alexander:
With much of the bride’s family traveling from Dubai for the festivities, a Lowcountry welcome bag was in order.  Studio R Design was commissioned to craft the custom welcome packets.  Jute totes were filled with yummy pimiento cheese from Granville’s Catering, elegantly presented in miniature clasp spice jars from Crate & Barrel.  Wooden ice cream paddles from Paper + Cup Designs doubled as spreaders.  1/2 bottles of pinot grigio finished off the “Southern wine & cheese” snack.

Yea…see??  AWESOME.

I LOVE the pink and coral color palette that WED set for this event.  The vibrant colors look incredible under live oaks and the Carolina blue sky we all love with the Ashley River in the distance.

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Coming up, the A-M-A-Z-I-N-G wedding reception.  So worth the wait, I promise!

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Posted by Dina @ White Thread in Real Weddings, South Carolina on September 21st, 2009   |   1 Comment

Ok, seriously, prepare to be awed by today’s real wedding.  When it landed in my inbox, I struggled not to drop everything and just get lost for hours in the images.  I’m so excited to finally be able to share it with you all!

A spring wedding at the historic riverfront estate of Lowndes Grove Plantation in Charleston…*sigh*…what could possibly be better!?  Designed by the wedding masterminds at WED Charleston and captured for our viewing pleasure by Marni Rothschild, there is absolutely nothing about this wedding that isn’t complete and total perfection.

But don’t take my word for it, see for yourself!  I’ll be featuring every gorgeous detail all day.  Stay tuned, I promise you won’t be disappointed.

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Posted by Dina @ White Thread in Real Weddings, South Carolina on September 21st, 2009   |   1 Comment

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{Photo credit:  Todd Pellowe Photography}

Happy weekend everyone!

xoxo

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Posted by Dina @ White Thread in Uncategorized on September 18th, 2009   |   No Comments

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A rather random collection of things that inspired me, provoked thought or made me smile this week:

This self-folding envelope invitation via 100 Layer Cake.

This adorable Old Fashioned Soda Bar via Eat, Drink, Chic.

This GORGEOUS vintage inspired engagement session via Green Wedding Shoes.

This must read post on J.Crew bridal by A Foxy Wedding.

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Posted by Dina @ White Thread in Uncategorized on September 18th, 2009   |   No Comments