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Real Wedding: Lindsey + Stephen in Bluffton, SC vol. II

Dina @ White Thread — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 18:00:31 +0000

Back as promised with more images from this beautiful wedding. Catch up with vol. I.

It’s hard to beat this setting among the lush golf greens with the Colleton River in the distance. And don’t you love the simple touch or adorning the final row of ceremony chairs? What a great way to add color and a bit of design flair for a totally minimal investment.

After the ceremony, festivities continued inside the clubhouse where guests found their way to tables named after various nautical knots. Clever uses of color and rope carried the theme throughout. The anchor motif reappeared in the form of a cake topper and cupcake adornments. Again all simple touches that add up to a really put together look.

What a treat it has been to feature this wedding! I could (and did) stare at all of Richard’s images for hours. If you aren’t yet convinced, get yourself over to his website and I assure you, you’ll soon be as obsessed as I am.

And to Lindsey & Stephen – it has been a pleasure and privilege to feature you on White Thread. Congratulations!

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Real Wedding: Lindsey + Stephen in Bluffton, SC vol. I

Dina @ White Thread — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:00:38 +0000

I should probably disclose up front – today’s real wedding features a bride so beautiful, I found myself completely unable to edit down which images of her I should share with you…so there are lots. But you’ll see what I mean! Full blame credit goes to Richard Israel for making this editing so hard. Richard shoots in 100% film and I have to say, after spending lots of time on his blog (which I suggest you do immediately), I am totally in love. Every picture is more beautiful than the last and there is a warmth and timelessness to each that defies words.

Lucky Lindsey + Stephen had him on hand to capture their absolutely picture perfect wedding at the Colleton River Plantation just outside of Hilton Head. I am loving the nod to all things nautical while keeping the color palette a fresh and unpredictable array of purples.

OK seriously…how gorgeous are these pictures?! Lindsey is just downright stunning in her dress and chic birdcage veil. And the flowers!!! So amazing, I can’t stand it.

WARNING: It would be a good idea to have some tissue on hand before looking at these next images. They are dripping with emotion and an incredible keepsake of a timeless moment – a daughter and father exchange thoughts and tears before the big moment while mom looks on and swells with happiness. These are literally some of my favorite wedding pictures EVER and you just know they will be cherished by this family for generations.

Back in a flash with more gorgeous images from the ceremony and reception.

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Real Wedding: Jennifer + Brad on Hilton Head Island, SC

Dina @ White Thread — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 12:00:27 +0000

Today’s real wedding comes to us from Allison Reisz who is shooting some incredible weddings in the Hilton Head/Bluffton area. I first spoke with Allison a few months ago when I was researching all the fabulous ceremony and reception options in the area. Let me tell you, she is a wealth of knowledge, knowing all the perfect nooks and crannies to get that quintessential Lowcountry image.

Jennifer + Brad were married at Palmetto Dunes, and even an unexpected late spring shower couldn’t put on a damper on festivities. Arrangements were quickly made to move the ceremony indoors and a conference room served in place of the outdoor tent that was just too soggy to use. But they did sneak outdoors after the ceremony when the storm had passed for some stunning shots. How gorgeous are those flowers? So lush and magnificent!

What an absolutely gorgeous couple you two make! Congrats Jennifer and Brad and thank you again for letting White Thread and readers share in your beautiful wedding day.

And another BIG thank you to Allison for sharing these images with us. Her work is wonderful, I never get tired of looking her blog!

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Real Wedding: Nicole + Craig in Mount Pleasant, SC vol. II

Dina @ White Thread — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:00:45 +0000

I’m back with part II (missed part I?) of Nicole + Craig’s gorgeous wedding reception at the Cotton Dock at Boone Hall Plantation. An old wooden structure with a tin roof and large fireplace as its centerpiece, the Cotton Dock is Southern rustic-chic perfection. I LOVE the curtain framed doors that By Invitation Only designed for this event. Billowing in the breeze and softening the space, they make for a wonderful juxtaposition against the wood texture.

Individual fans at each place setting make for a lovely and practical addition to the tablescape. Guests put them right to use during the hot July night. And again I have to marvel at those flowers! I so hope bride Nicole will stop by to give us a few pointers on how to pull off something so elegant while not losing your mind in the process!

Red beans and rice, shrimp and grits and other yummy options by Royal Grand Events Catering kept the menu true to Nicole + Craig’s “all things Southern” vision. Jean Paul’s Creative Cakes designed the grand finale – a sugar magnolia adorned cake that looks almost too pretty to eat!

Could this wedding by any more magical? I love the soft warmth of the images. The love is just palpable. Thank you Juliet for sharing these with us! Be sure to check out more of Juliet’s work on her blog and website. And of course a great bit THANK YOU to the wonderful bride & groom for letting us share in your special day!

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Real Wedding: Nicole + Craig in Mount Pleasant, SC vol. I

Dina @ White Thread — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 12:00:09 +0000

I am totally smitten with today’s real wedding. Not only is photographer Juliet Elizabeth obvsiously super talented, she is also a warm and an all-around lovely person – exactly the kind of person you can feel comfortable with on a day that is sure to carry its fair share of anxious moments. Nicole & Craig were married in one of my all time favorite churches – The Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist in Charleston. It doesn’t get much more regal than this! Melanie Murphy of By Invitation Only worked with the couple on all the details of the day, keeping them cool under pressure (even in the July heat!) and bringing their vision of a truly Southern inspired affair to life.

And would you believe that that spectacular bouquet of white hydrangeas and bells of Ireland was crafted by the bride herself (as were all the other florals! Holy DIY undertaking!) Back in a bit with reception details from the Cotton Dock at Boone Hall Plantation.

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Real Wedding: Jolie + Kevin on Hilton Head Island, SC

Dina @ White Thread — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 12:00:14 +0000

Today I’m featuring a beautiful Hilton Head Island wedding photographed by the husband and wife team of Anna & Spencer. A quick look at their wedding invitations by Mew Paper Arts reveals the waterfront location to come. I love the Mad Libs inspired rsvp card. How cute!

{Photo credit: Mew Paper Arts}

Jolie + Kevin’s beautiful wedding took place at the lovely Windows on the Waterway on Hilton Head Island. Fittingly named for its water’s edge location, Windows on the Waterway offers romantic sunset views, moss draped live oaks and everything else that is wonderful and perfect about the Lowcountry. I love their clean navy, white with pops of yellow color palette. Nautical but still fun and festive!

In keeping with the nautical vibe, adorable miniature sail boats with number adorned sails were used to denote table numbers. What a simple, but beautiful decor element. Coupled with a large vessel of bright yellow lemons and you have a perfect, un-fussy centerpiece.

What gorgeous sun-basked images from Anna & Spencer! The light is just amazing. Good light makes everyone look beautiful, not that these two needed any help in that department!

Congratulations to the happy couple! I loved sharing in the happiness of the day with you!

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Real Wedding: Eimile + Drue in Charleston, SC, vol. IV

Dina @ White Thread — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:30:56 +0000

What an absolute treat it has been to feature today’s real wedding. I hope you’ve enjoyed it as much as I have! If you’re just joining in the fun, you’ve got some catching up to do! (vol. I, II, III). The ladies of WED Charleston really outdid themselves with this Lowndes Grove wedding. There is prettiness around every corner!

Let’s discuss food for a moment shall we? I LOOOOOVE food. I’m that girl in the restaurant taking pictures of her plate before touching it…and then eating every last smidge. Hence I love all of these beautiful images of Eimile + Drue’s hor d’oeuvres. Every last impeccable detail was handled by the chefs at Lowndes Grove. And what a perfect, Lowcountry inspired menu it is!

From Ellen at WED:
“Southern food was featured to really showcase the flavors of the Lowcountry to their international guests – crab cakes, andouille sausage in puff pastry, mini fried green tomatoes, oyster shooters, etc! Mini BBQ biscuits, sweet potato fries, and milkshakes were also passed around the dance floor at 10:30 to cure those late night munchies!”

…and now I’m starving. Thanks Ellen!

What an absolutely magical event. Thank you, thank you, a thousand times thank you to Ellen and the entire team at WED for sending us this wedding and to the wonderful Marni Rothschild for sharing the impeccable images. Both of these amazing women and their teams are based out of Charleston, SC but travel extensively to bring wedding magic where ever it’s needed. Spend some time on Marni’s website as well as the WED website and blog for oodles more eye candy. I hope to share a lot more of their work on White Thread in the future!

And of course, congratulations and best wishes to the happy newlyweds! All vendor resources are listed below for your continued inspiration & planning benefit.

Bride’s dress: Anna Maier – Ulla Maija purchased at Maddison Row
Bridesmaid’s dresses: Thread purchased at Maddison Row
Brides’s hair & makeup: Stuart Laurence Salon
Flowers: H.B. Stems
Transportation: Swept Away Tours
Rentals: Snyder Event Rentals
Cake: Wedding Cakes by Jim Smeal

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Real Wedding: Eimile + Drue in Charleston, SC, vol. III

Dina @ White Thread — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 18:00:56 +0000

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.

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.

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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Real Wedding: Eimile + Drue in Charleston, SC, vol. II

Dina @ White Thread — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 14:30:31 +0000

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.

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

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Real Wedding: Eimile + Drue in Charleston, SC, vol. I

Dina @ White Thread — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 12:00:16 +0000

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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