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Raleigh Wedding Photographer Brian Mullins’ Way with Light

SB&G preferred vendor, Brian Mullins, is an award-winning Raleigh-based photographer who you will find shooting weddings around the Triangle and at destinations across the continent!

Brian co-founded the Triangle based Wedding Photographic Society (WPS) in 2008 with chapters throughout the state of NC. The WPS mentors new photographers, provides continuing education opportunities for members, and affords local wedding photographers the opportunity to network and support each other. Brian keeps his own skills sharp by … Read More

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Meet Raleigh Wedding Caterer and Baker, Catering Works

In the 2016 edition of Southern Bride and Groom, we introduced you to the area’s best and most talented wedding caterers! Today, we’re sharing Raleigh wedding cater and baker, Catering Works.

Catering Works, which celebrated its 25th anniversary milestone last year, has truly become a one-stop-shop for brides and grooms. It currently offers full-service catering, customized pastry and wedding cakes, in-house floral design, and party rentals event coordination.

“The turn-key service really appeals to … Read More

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Southern Spring Wedding at The Garden on Millbrook

Happy Wedding Wednesday! Today, we’re sharing Heather and Chris’ charming Southern spring wedding at The Garden on Millbrook.

Heather and Chris met in college at UNC Pembroke. After dating for a while, Chris organized an unforgettable proposal that involved over 25 of their closest friends and family…

One of Heather’s close friends invited them to watch the UNC basketball game at the Carolina Ale House in downtown Raleigh. When they arrived, the place was … Read More

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Designer Bridesmaid Dresses from Bella Bridesmaids Raleigh

When it comes to bridal fashion, we can’t forget about the bridesmaids. Designer bridesmaid gowns come in all shapes, styles and colors, and one of our favorite places to shop and order beautiful bridesmaid gowns is Bella Bridesmaids in Raleigh.

Bella Bridesmaids carries the largest collection of bridesmaid dresses from the world’s leading designers in their Bella Showrooms and Raleigh is hands-down one of the very best! With hundreds of dresses to choose from, … Read More

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Classy Winter Wedding at NC State

Happy Wedding Wednesday! It might be hot outside, but we’re enamored by Meg and Evan’s classy winter wedding at the Park Alumi Center on the North Carolina State University (NCSU) campus.  Meg and Evan met while working at summer camp at the YMCA. One of Meg’s best friends, who had worked with Evan in the past, knew they’d be a perfect match; when she ran into him at NC State graduation, she very confidently told … Read More

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Wedding Dress Trends from Charleston Fashion Week 2016

Spun Gold and See-Through Lace Take the Runway

Individuality, figure-revealing clothing and departure from tradition are growing norms in today’s culture, and this is starting to show up in the luxurious world of bridal fashion too.

Where once upon a time, formal white ball gowns ruled wedding day fashion, today’s bridal gowns are moving in other directions. This, if anything, was the theme of the 2016 Charleston Spring Bridal Show.

You never know what … Read More

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Hiring the Best Wedding Musician or Band for Your NC Wedding

Live music brings a certain beauty, majesty and emotional energy to weddings that recordings just can’t replicate, and wedding music goes far beyond the traditional wedding march. Music for the ceremony could be a classical favorite or perhaps even an instrumental version of a favorite modern song.

Harpists and instrumental music is also widely popular and an elegant addition to your ceremony and cocktail hour. Couples may also consider having live music or an acoustic … Read More

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Luxurious Downtown Raleigh Wedding at The Stockroom at 230

Happy Wedding Wednesday! Today, we’re thrilled to share Samantha and Tim’s luxurious downtown Raleigh wedding at The Stockroom at 230, complete with stunning portraits in The Glass Box – the venues’s onsite bridal suite.

Samantha and Tim met at Landmark bar in Raleigh, which might seem like a typical spot to meet someone, but the fact that the two of them were there together was pretty rare since Samantha doesn’t drink much or frequent … Read More

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Wedding Dress Fashion in Wilmington at The Wedding Dress Shoppe and Coastal Knot

Southern Bride and Groom featured two of the NC’s coast’s best bridal boutiques in our 2016 magazine’s wedding dress fashion shoot held at the 21c Museum Hotel in Durham. All images were taken by the talented Dara Blakeley Photography.

The Wedding Dress Shoppe

The Wedding Dress Shoppe was created by Alan Perry of Perry’s Emporium with a passion for providing a fresh approach to the Wilmington bridal experience. Each of the designers has been … Read More

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Artistic Wedding Images by Raleigh Photographer Joe Payne

Joe Payne is a Raleigh-based wedding and portrait photographer, but his experience spans all over the world! He was born and raised in the UK and spent seven years living in Spain before moving to the USA in 1999. He studied History of Art and Hispanic Studies at the University of Liverpool and from there, took a career in publishing and media design and before transitioning into photography. He brings a keen artistic eye to … Read More

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