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Inspiration From The Big Fake Wedding Raleigh

The Big Fake Wedding came to Raleigh last fall, and once again, wowed attendees with the presentation of several local wedding vendors “in action.”

The Big Fake Wedding is a bridal show alternative complete with an emotional vow renewal ceremony, light bites and a dance-party reception. “Wedding guests” are brides- and grooms-to-be who get to see local wedding professionals re-create a fake wedding for a lucky local couple.

This year’s event was held at a … Read More

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UNC Chapel Hill Wedding at The Carolina Inn

Happy Wedding Wednesday! Today, we’re excited to share Jaqui and Jake’s UNC Chapel Hill wedding at The Carolina Inn! The Carolina Inn is a timeless and classic venue that’s always been a favorite for UNC alum and Chapel Hill residents and families. A great time to check out the Inn is during its annual Bridal Showcase, which will be held on January  29, 2017.Jacqui Johnstone and Jake Wimberly met as freshman at … Read More

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Winter Wedding Inspiration at The Rickhouse Durham NC

Today we are sharing  beautiful winter wedding inspiration that features the pleasant surprise of blue mixed into a classic green and red color palette, designed by Knots ‘n Such and set in the modern Durham event venue, The Rickhouse.

The Rickhouse is not only a venue, but also a liquor distillery, which makes for some great photo opps! You’ll notice plenty of liquor and winter themed-details in the images captured by talented Durham-based photographer, … Read More

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Just Peachy: Wilmington Wedding Inspiration

When peaches are plentiful, the skies are endlessly blue, and the days are long and extra warm, downtown Wilmington is an exquisite place for a wedding celebration.

This styled shoot was planned and designed by SB&G vendors to recreate a warm, soft wedding design, showcases several of our preferred vendors from Wilmington, NC – a fantastic and affordable wedding destination town. So, go ahead, start dreaming of a romantic wedding in this charming riverfront town. … Read More

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Southern Summer Wedding Inspiration at River Forest Manor

The historic, century-old victorian mansion, River Forest Manor in Belhaven, NC, was commissioned in 1899. This landmark has been carefully preserved and brought back to its original glory. Perfectly placed where the Pungo River and Pantego Creek meet, this quiet, charming venue was an idyllic location for “Rose” & “Fitz” to say “I do.” “When we designed this shoot, we had in mind the challenge a lot of our clients face of blending the traditional … Read More

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Modern DIY Durham Wedding at The Rickhouse

Happy Wedding Wednesday! We’re excited to share Allie and Eliud’s modern DIY wedding in downtown Durham at The Rickhouse.

Allie Efland and Eliud Arbelo II met while working in Washington, DC, and eventually their friendship turned into a long-lasting relationship. Eliud proposed in a very romantic setting: London at Kensington Palace very early on a Sunday morning on a private bench near the water fountain. It was a complete surprise to Allie and immensely … Read More

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Vintage Comfort Wedding Inspiration at All Saints Chapel

Today’s inspiration is all about vintage comfort. This charming styled shoot featured in the 2017 edition of Southern Bride & Groom magazine was designed by C & D Events and captured by Riley MacLean Photography. It takes place at the historic All Saints Chapel in Raleigh.

Ten years ago, All Saints Chapel, home to the original Church of the Good Shepherd in downtown Raleigh, was moved from its original location on Hillsborough Street to … Read More

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Real Weddings

Celebratory New Year’s Eve Wedding at 21c Hotel Durham

In honor of the New Year, we have a special New Year’s Eve wedding to share on the final Wedding Wednesday of 2016! Take a look at Cameron and Mattias’ celebration at 21c Museum Hotel in Durham as they rang in the new year surrounded by friends and family and started the year off as husband and wife!

Cameron and Mattias met while working at McKinney advertising agency in Durham and their first date in … Read More

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A Christmas Wedding at The Carolina Inn

SB&G has a very special Wedding Wednesday post, just in time for Christmas! North Carolina couple, Christopher and Sarah, were wed on December 20, 2015 and embraced an elegant holiday theme. There’s just something so magical about a Christmas wedding at The Carolina Inn!

Christopher and Sarah met in 2013, and started dating shortly before Christopher moved to North Carolina from Michigan for work. Their proposal took place at Wrightsville Beach. Even though neither … Read More

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Foodie Couples, Get Your Tickets to Taste 2017

Springtime isn’t just a popular season for weddings in North Carolina, it’s also a time for many exciting local events, including one of our favorites, TASTE! This annual food and drink festival based in Durham, NC is now in its fourth year, and is hosted by our friends at Durham Magazine and Chapel Hill Magazine. Wedding planner Grace Beason, of Grace Leisure Events, helps organize this unforgettable experience and several of our catering … Read More

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