Risa Daniels and Matt Isabel are two Duke Blue Devils who didn’t meet on campus. Instead, they met through mutual friends while cheering on their alma mater in New York, post graduation! Matt asked Risa to marry him at Sarah P. Duke Gardens, in the city they love most.
On Oct. 25, 2019, the bride and groom kicked off their Durham wedding weekend with a welcome party … Read More
Nuumo Taalib El-Amin and Gwendolyn Patterson said “I do” on Oct. 2, 2020, at downtown Durham wedding venue Suite Four. Their relationship began one evening when Gwendolyn was sitting on her screened-in porch. Somehow, a family prank involving FaceTime led to a “love at first sight” virtual meeting. The two exchanged phone numbers – “I called every day and night, wanting to hear that magic … Read More
Take The NC Wedding Venue Quiz to find out where you should get married! After you complete the quiz, click here for our interactive, wedding venue guide to help you narrow venues and search by specific areas in NC. The wedding location is the base for your event’s tone, and it sets the stage for your overall wedding theme. Venues … Read More
In response to the pandemic and micro weddings, some full-service florists and designers now offer small-scale flower and decor packages. Some packages include pickup or delivery of made-to-order centerpieces and bouquets. This option is perfect for couples who want to save a little bit of money but still have swoon-worthy floral arrangements. It’s also a lot easier than trying to make DIY centerpieces (at least, it … Read More
Love is always on the brain here at Heart of NC Weddings. Imagine the possibilities of planning a romantic wedding … red roses, handwritten love letters and candlelit dinner tables. We’re here to tell you that your engagement party can be equally as romantic as the big day! That’s why we’re sharing inspiration from one of our favorite engagement party designs. Orchestrated by NC wedding … Read More
Meghan McHone was Trevor Newman’s elementary school crush in their hometown of Franklin, N.C. until both families moved away and the playground pals lost touch. But love works in mysterious ways. In 2014, Meghan and Trevor were randomly reunited (fate?) on a beach in Panama City during college spring break. Six years later they said “I do” at Black Mountain Sanctuary “beneath the sky they had shared … Read More
You shared dolls or dorm rooms – maybe both! – with them, and your bridesmaids are there to support you through every phase of your wedding planning journey. Here are six ways to keep your bridesmaids smiling from the rehearsal to the sparkler exit.
The ProposalA bridesmaid proposal can range from a meaningful letter to an elaborate gift box. Try to keep in mind that not … Read More
Like a river flows surely too the sea, the city of New Bern is undoubtedly one of the most romantic wedding destinations in North Carolina. Nestled at the intersection of the Neuse River and Trent River, downtown New Bern buzzes with the soft bustle of restaurants, cafes, art galleries and antique stores. New Bern’s beautifully preserved architecture and historic charm have … Read More
Nothing brings us more joy than someone saying, “I found my NC wedding dress in the pages of your magazine.” We host a massive NC wedding dress and fashion photo shoot every year – it’s an all-day marathon filled with hairspray, sweat and outfit changes. This year, instead of calling a modeling agency, we invited everyday people to represent our local wedding industry.
The folks featured … Read More
Before we can begin to talk about Ashley Stephenson and Will Privette’s Rose Hill Estate wedding, we have to talk about their epic love story first.
Ashley and Will’s love story started with random acts of kindness. On Jan. 12, 2013, N.C. State’s men’s basketball team upset No. 1 ranked Duke at PNC Arena. After the game, students rushed the court. Within the chaos of celebration, … Read More
