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wedding fashion trends 2023
Fashion & Jewelry, Planning Tips, Wedding Inspiration

Heart of NC Weddings Fashion Editorial 2023

2023 Wedding Dress Trends and Wedding Fashion Trends

Our Heart of NC Weddings 2023 fashion editorial took place at a picturesque Raleigh wedding venue this past summer. Throughout this blog post you’ll find the scoop on 2023 wedding dress trends, formalwear trends, bridesmaid fashion and plenty of inspiration as well as wedding dress budget info.

Left: Linda Nguyen wears a gown from White of Raleigh. Right: UC Models’ Grace Harrington and Eion Dockery wear a… Read More
Misty ballgown by Lazaro White of Raleigh
Behind The Scenes, News, Wedding Inspiration

About the 2023 Cover: A New Look

We couldn’t be more thrilled to share our Heart of NC Weddings 2023 cover with you! This cover represents not only a new year and the 36th edition of our magazine, but turning a new page in our story. You’ll notice that the 2023 issue features a new logo and font. Our new and improved website also shares this refreshed look. We are so excited to share our new online vendor and venue guides with … Read More

Pinup Studio nc hair and makeup team
Bachelorette Parties, Hair & Makeup, Wedding Inspiration

Pinup Studio is Pretty in Pink

Meet Pinup Studio, a retro-inspired hair and makeup team based in Raleigh. This bridal beauty team brought sweet ’60s vibes and current powerful pink trends together in a retro bachelorette party photo shoot in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Retro Bachelorette Photo Shoot Featuring Pinup Studio

By Marie MuirChristina Kirkey branded her Raleigh-based beauty business, Pinup Studio, in Barbiecore well before actress Margot Robbie ignited the bubblegum-pink fashion trend with her role as Barbie in the … Read More

The Upchurch wedding venue
Noteworthy Vendors, Planning Tips

Dreamy Cary Wedding Venues

Dreamy Wedding Venues in Cary, Apex and Fuquay-Varina, NC

Choosing your wedding venue is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make while wedding planning. That’s why Heart of NC Weddings is here to make it easier for you! Like many areas in central North Carolina, there’s plenty of choices for wedding venues in Apex, Cary and Fuquay-Varina. Browse these Cary wedding venues to find the perfect setting for your dream wedding. These venues embody elegance, … Read More

White of Raleigh Wedding Dress Veil Kamala by Savin London Bride an Bouquet
Around Town, Planning Tips, Wedding Inspiration

Heart of NC Weddings 2022 Fashion Editorial

Guide for Wedding Dresses in Raleigh & NC – Plus, Bridesmaids and Formalwear 

Skip the uncertain Google search of “wedding dresses in Raleigh.” Here, you’ll find the best wedding dress shops in Raleigh and throughout North Carolina. So, welcome to your local NC fashion guide! This wedding dress, bridesmaids shopping map is your key to finding the perfect fit. Plus, we’ve included formalwear, from fancy gowns to custom suits for parents of the couple. 

Yes, … Read More

Wedding Ceremony Vows Nakhaz & Ayanna’s Paramount Event Venue Wedding Barry Daley
Real Weddings

#FromHaikusToIDos

From Poetry to Matrimony, Nakhaz & Ayanna’s Paramount Event Venue Wedding

Ayanna Albertson is a writer, spoken word poet and cosmetologist from Durham, North Carolina by way of Goldsboro. Driven by her passion for storytelling, Ayanna uses her words to impact, empower and inspire others. Ayanna has competed in various local and national poetry slam competitions, using her platform to amplify the voices of women in Black and Brown communities. Most recently, Ayanna was crowned … Read More

Candles at Sunset Tips on Wedding Photography Poses for Men from Durham, NC Photographer Mark Maya 
Planning Tips, Wedding Inspiration

Groom Guide to Wedding Photos

Tips on Wedding Photography Poses for Men from Durham, NC Photographer Mark Maya 

Mark Maya is a Durham-based wedding photographer and videographer who describes his style as unique and emotional. Mark has been documenting weddings for nine years. He enjoys capturing candid moments, understated details and authentic love between two people. Plus, Mark does not shy away from an adventurous photo shoot concept or location. Keep reading for his best advice on wedding day groom … Read More

bride and groom-jillian-knight-photography-
Planning Tips

15 Tips to Help You Get the Best Wedding Photos

Tips on Making the Most out of NC Photo Shoot Sessions

By Madeline Kraft 

Want to showcase your love story on camera? Luckily, that doesn’t have to end with wedding day photography. As other NC photo shoot sessions become more popular, Heart of NC Weddings offers tips on how to make the most out of these photography sessions that will give you pictures to last a lifetime.

From engagement sessions to post-wedding photo shoots, we … Read More

Groom Guide to a Fashionably Great Wedding Day
Planning Tips

Holy Matrimony – That’s a Good-Looking Tux!

The Groom’s Guide to a Fashionably Great Wedding

Try on some of these tips about suits and tuxedos- everything from bow ties to cuff links to those wingtips you’ve had in your closet, waiting for the right moment to bust them out.

Let’s make one thing clear: This guide isn’t just for guys looking to level up their wedding fashion game. Picking the right suir or tux to make you feel confident isn’t exclusive to … Read More

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