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SO very much to admire in this military, winter wedding! A lovely Bride with the biggest, prettiest smile. A handsome Groom in uniform. A black & white color palette, beautifully accented with deep reds, oranges & purples. Everything done well on a budget. Take a peek at the great photos from Chi Photography of Charleston:
Christian & Aaron became husband & wife on a sunny January day in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Their wedding was not only beautiful but affordable. The Bride saved money by carefully choosing vendors, borrowing things like her cathedral veil & buying her wedding invitations & other stationery from Vista Print. Not to mention the savings from getting married in an off-season wedding month like January. Some great budget-friendly ideas!
After the Bride & Groom said "I Do!" in a traditional church ceremony, they took part in the military tradition of the Arch of Swords Ceremony. The Bride & Groom exited the church, greeted by soldiers forming an arch with their swords. The last two bearers crossed their swords to block the Bride & Groom's way. Only after the Bride & Groom kissed were the crossed swords lifted, allowing the Bride & Groom to pass under the sword arch! The following reception was fun, fun, FUN! Lots of dancing & lots of mugging with the funny photo props. Just look at those serious military men goofing around with hats & masks!
My Favorite Detail: The Bride's vibrant bouquet is stunning, just absolutely stunning.
My Favorite Moment: The military Arch of Swords Ceremony following the marriage ceremony. Such a great honor & tradition!
Congratulations, Christian & Aaron!
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Photography: Chi Photography of Charleston / Submitted via Two Bright Lights / Ceremony Venue: Eastbridge Presbyterian Church / Reception Venue: Charleston National Golf Club / Caterers: Royal Grand Events & Crazy Dutchman Catering / Cake Designer: Amelia Claire's Sweets & Treats / Event Planner: Jubilation / Floral Designer: Pretty Petals / Ceremony Musicians: Charleston Virtuosi / DJ: Easy Breezy Entertainment / Invitations: Vista Print / Transportation: Charleston Style Limo / Hair Stylist: Vanity Salon
Today's lovely wedding brings us to the western slope of Colorado, a budget-friendly location with million dollar views! With a beautiful Bride, a reluctant ring pup, plenty of cowboys & cowgirls, this wedding is truly country-western. Vendla Stockdale shares the beauty with us through her photos:
Micah & Hardy's summer wedding took place on a homestead in western Colorado. With a rustic log cabin & gorgeous grounds, they let the nature's beauty shine bright on their wedding day.
Micah wore a white, strapless wedding gown embroidered with red flowers & a matching veil. She carried a bouquet of red roses accented with pearls & green leaves. With a big smile that never left her face, she was a pretty Bride!
The bridal party matched with the bridesmaids in red dresses & the Groom & his Groomsmen in red vests & ties. Cowboys hats were a must for the men! Micah's cute pup served as the ring pup with red & white roses decorating her collar.
Micah & Hardy said their marriage vows in an open meadow. The ring pup wasn't thrilled about walking down the aisle but her Mom was more than happy to walk down the aisle & marry her handsome cowboy!
The celebration continued on the wide front porch of the log cabin with its sweeping meadow views. The cowboys & cowgirls danced to country music until the sun dipped below the horizon!
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Photography: Vendla Stockdale Photography / Submitted via Two Bright Lights
What do you get when you combine a lovely Bride wearing a Nicole Miller beauty, a sunny lakeside location & a dessert reception? Yes, you read that correctly- a dessert reception of cake & pie!!!! Cake AND pie. Well, it's a wedding dream come true. Let's enjoy the gorgeous photos from Lauren D. Rogers Photography:
Abigail & Bradley set out to plan an intimate wedding with a fun, casual vibe. They chose Clayton State Park, a picturesque waterfront location, for their ceremony & reception. Their spring wedding day dawned sunny, bright & beautiful.
The pretty Bride wore a charming Nicole Miller gown & carried a sweet bouquet of white peonies accented with blue flowers.
The Bride & Groom said "I Do" in a personal, interfaith ceremony in a lakeside gazebo surrounded by their nearest & dearest. The Father of the Groom played traditional Southern fiddle music as the couple walked down the aisle together. They stood under a huppah made from the tallish of two good friends & held by other close friends. After the stomping of the glass, it was time to celebrate the new Mr. & Mrs.!
The wedding guests were treated to a dessert reception of wedding cake & various pies. This is a wonderful, budget-friendly idea!! Just imagine those lucky guests sampling delicious pies, enjoying the stunning lake views & wishing the happy couple the very best. Like I said before, it's a wedding dream come true.
Congratulations, Abigail & Bradley!
VENDOR LOVE
Photography: Lauren D. Rogers Photography / Submitted via Two Bright Lights / Ceremony & Reception Venue: Claytor Lake State Park / Floral Designer: Gates Flowers & Gifts / Bakery: Our Daily Bread Bakery / Wedding Invitations: Milkmaid Press / Wedding Gown: Nicole Miller at Lovely Bridal Shop / Men's Attire: Brooks Brothers
