The Dunlin by Auberge Resorts Collection, Kiawah River’s newest luxury resort, opened its doors to a celebration unlike any other—the very first wedding, designed and planned by A Charleston Bride. Situated along the serene marshlands, the venue provided a picturesque coastal backdrop. Our goal for Lydia and Donald’s wedding day was to elevate that natural beauty with a design that felt timeless, elegant, and truly bespoke to the Lowcountry’s charm
Read MoreWelcome to an exquisite celebration of love at the Historic William Aiken House on King Street in downtown Charleston. We are thrilled to share the beautiful details of Kara and David's elevated neutral color palette wedding—a soirée that epitomized sophistication and elegance at every turn. Against the backdrop of Charleston's historic skyline, Kara and David exchanged vows amidst the lush gardens of this iconic venue, setting the stage for a day filled with timeless romance.
Read MoreErica and Rob’s love story began during COVID-19, when they met on a dating app. After several attempts, Rob was able to take Erica on a brunch date and the rest was history! On May 5th, 2023, they were married in an intimate ceremony at the Gadsden House in Charleston. The historic home on East Bay Street provided the backdrop to Erica and Rob’s most special day. Guests enjoyed a seated dinner during the reception that followed. Guests danced the night away in the open air of the heart of Charleston, while surrounded by blush hues and love from family and friends.
Read MoreLong time loves, Grace and Nick tied the knot at one of our favorite Kiawah Island venues, the River Course. Their day was full of meaningful details that made this glam affair one for the books! Grace carried a bouquet laced with anthurium which her mom carried on her wedding day. Her father not only walked her down the aisle, but also officiated the wedding ceremony, creating the most intimate and meaningful setting for such an important part of the day. The couple also leaned into Nick’s heritage, featuring a few custom Brazilian traditions such as the brigaderio (petite desserts) display after dinner.
Read MoreVictoria and Tom's wedding was the epitome of timeless. The two exchanged vows underneath a pergola dripping with the bride's favorite florals. No one would ever know about an hour before the ceremony a rainstorm came through! The skies cleared just as guests were making their way to the venue! Victoria opted for a petite lily of the valley bouquet as her four sisters carried complimenting posies.
Read MoreElizabeth and Phil’s love story began in DC but they tied the knot at the classic venue, William Aiken House, just minutes away from Elizabeth’s Charleston roots. One of our favorite design approaches at this venue is making the space feel like it is an extension of the couple’s own home and for this special day, the outside reception space was designed to feel like the couple’s backyard garden. Sweet seating vignettes, garden style potted trees and romantic lanterns and candle light throughout the space made for the most romantic setting.
Read MoreWe first met the bride, Natalie, when she was a bridesmaid in one of our weddings in 2015 so we were thrilled when she reached out to our team about planning her very own wedding! As local Charlestonians, Natalie and Will, couldn’t think of a more perfect location to celebrate with their loved ones than Lowndes Grove’s waterfront property in the heart of Downtown Charleston.
Read MoreMelissa graduated from the College of Charleston with a degree in Business Administration and quickly found her love of event planning. She founded A Charleston Bride in 2001 and was one of the first full service planners in the area, a true trailblazer in the industry. Over her 21 year career she helped hundreds of brides plan their perfect day. Her streamlined techniques and systematic approach to planning carved the path for countless other event professionals and are the fundamentals that our team follows today. We are honored to carry on the legacy that she built. Her impact will be carried on forever in all events that we produce.
Read MoreAfter having to postpone their Spring wedding, Courtney and Chance exchanged vows in front of their closest family and friends a few months later in this beautiful Summer wedding at the River Course. The Clemson grads married on the back lawn overlooking the River. EM Creative incorporated the sweetest pops of orange floral as a nod to their alma mater. One of our favorite design elements of the night was the escort display overflowing with florals and candles that created the perfect photo backdrop for guests. And because he couldn’t celebrate with the couple day-of, Ashley Brown Cake Design designed the sweetest wedding cake including Bear, the couple’s dog, on the back!
Read MoreSinclair and Patrick kicked off their weekend of events in Palmetto Bluff with a welcome party for their guests at Moreland Landing. On the river, guests were treated to Lowcountry favorites of roasted oysters, boiled peanuts, and of course banana pudding.
Read MoreThe wedding industry is one that is directly impacted by what is going on in the world. Here at A Charleston Bride, we are always striving to keep up with times and adapt to the world around us. In the uncertain times of Covid-19, we are finding capacity restrictions, travel bans, and fear from guests and clients alike to have large-scale events. After the first wave of postponements in the Spring, we began working with our clients to an intimate event: the microwedding.
Read MoreAs the old proverb states, “April showers bring May flowers” and this wedding sure did prove this! Michelle and Dylan exchanged vows in a sweet and intimate ceremony overlooking the marsh at the Kiawah Island River Course. The ceremony altar was accented by bright and blushing floral urns designed by Stephanie Gibbs.
Read MoreCamilla and Hunter Renfrow married at at Debordieu Club in Georgetown, South Carolina. Camilla grew up going to Pawley’s Island on vacation and felt it was the perfect place to accommodate their 400 guests. The two exchanged vows in front of a floral adorned cross on the marsh. Camilla wore a stunning Kate McDonald gown to compliment the modern-bohemian aesthetic of the reception space. In order to pay homage to her late grandmother, Vero designs wrapped Camilla’s bouquet with silk and tucked in her grandmother’s amethyst and diamond ring. “As I walked down the aisle holding my bouquet, I could feel her ring in my fingers and knew that she was right there with me watching down on the whole day,” she says. Many of Hunter’s Clemson teammates stood by him during his special day and joined in on the fun!
Read MoreGreg Finck perfectly captured this elegant, traditional Southern Wedding at the William Aiken House in Charleston, South Carolina. Brittany and JJ exchanged vows underneath a pergola dripping in an array of soft pastel roses. After the ceremony, guests were greeted with trays of white wine and tasty bites from patrick properties hospitality group, as they roamed the grounds of the historic home. Guests were led into the reception tent full of crystal chandeliers, neutral patterned linens, and garden-inspired florals that gave the space the perfect elegant touch. The sweet couple exited in their reception space in true Charleston fashion, in a floral adorned rickshaw! See more of this beautiful wedding on Wedding Sparrow here!
Read MoreAlle and Bobby tied the knot among friends and family at the beautiful Lowndes Grove Plantation in Charleston, South Carolina. Their reception was glamour meets romantic, southern sophistication. During the design process, Alle wanted to focus on a neutral palette of champagne and gold with pops of mauve.
Read MoreJessica and Michael said “I do” among friends and family in a blissful waterfront ceremony overlooking the Ashley River. A soft color palette of mauve, ivory, pink and green spoke to the Spring season in Charleston. Floral arrangements overflowed with lush greenery, sweet peas, garden roses and ranunculus. Inspired by Charleston’s beautiful architecture, a wrought iron gate adorned with fresh florals served as a unique escort display for guests to find their seats for dinner.
Read MoreA Charleston Bride had the honor of designing the Charleston Wedding Week dinner at the Dewberry with hosts: Tara Guerard, Mindy Weiss, and Darcy Miller. This romantic and timeless affair brought Charleston wedding professionals together for a night of dining and celebration.
Read MoreTucked off of King Street, High Wire Distilling Co. is home to the first distillery in Charleston since the prohibition. Specializing in handcrafted, small batch spirits utilizing the finest ingredients, this creative culinary space was the ideal setting for welcoming guests to the holy city.
Read MoreThe Legare Waring House is located inside Charles Towne Landing and tucked away behind hundreds of moss draped oak trees. This stunning site is the most romantic backdrop for a wedding and immediately upon arriving Jillian + Edwin knew this is where they wanted to host their wedding. Edwin hails from California and Jillian spent her favorite childhood memories in Sea Island so creating a day that showcased all the south has to offer was high on their priority list!
Read MoreAmelia Island, Florida is known for its luxury resorts, golf courses and beautiful sandy beaches. This east coast barrier island provided the perfect backdrop for Karla + Colin’s sophisticated, tropical wedding vibe. The venue was gushing with bold palms and lush greenery and complimented with pops of gold, ivory and blush making it a jaw-dropping tropical oasis.
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