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Sunset Wedding Portraits Dockside Bride and Groom Beaufort, NC Elopement by Cynthia Rose Photography
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Finding Happily Ever After Even During a Pandemic

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Cynthia Rose Photography Captures Beautiful Beaufort, NC Elopement 

Alex and Olivia had it all planned out: saying “I do” at a beautiful, 17th-century villa in Tuscany, Italy. Planning the wedding became somewhat of a second job for the couple. They even made a website dedicated to all of the extravagant details. However, as is the case for so many couples this year, their wedding date was double-booked with someone named Corona … so with the … Read More

Close up Kiss Bride and Groom Brown Mountain Beach Resort Wedding by Jillian Knight Photography
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Rebecca and Charlie’s (& Bernie’s) Wedding Weekend

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Brown Mountain Beach Resort Wedding by Jillian Knight Photography

Rebecca and Charlie’s love story isn’t complete without one very special guest: their English bulldog, Bernie. Bernie was there when Charlie proposed to Rebecca at their home in Chicago. Of course, he was also at their Brown Mountain Beach Resort wedding by Jillian Knight Photography. Rebecca said it was, “the icing on the cake” to have Bernie there. Not only did he attend the wedding at … Read More

Planning Tips

Making the Most of a Virtual Bachelorette Party

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Planning a Bachelorette Party During a Pandemic: Dos and Don’ts

Did coronavirus derail your plans for your best friend’s bachelorette party? We’re here to help! The pandemic has caused many wedding plans to be postponed or canceled. Planning a bachelorette party during a pandemic may seem impossible, but that’s not true. You can still safely celebrate the bride! Since classic activities are off-limits, virtual parties are the way to go. Here are some tips for … Read More

Vintage Wedding Welcome Signs that are Trending Right Now Mason Dixon Designs Hartman Outdoor Photography
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7 Signage Styles for the Best First Impression

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Wedding Welcome Signs that are Trending Right Now

There’s no better way to make the best first impression on your special day than with wedding welcome signs that reflect your signature style. Couples love to use these pieces to add unique decor, shoutout the bridal party, direct guests towards seating arrangements or list the order of events for the big day. Place them at entranceways for your ceremony, reception or both.

The best thing about … Read More

Elegant Southern Bride and Groom Wedding Inspiration at The Matthews House Cary, NC Southern Belle
Wedding Inspiration

Elegance is in Bloom at The Matthews House

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Wedding Inspiration at The Matthews House Cary, NC Wedding Venue 

Sometimes there’s something in the air that creates instant chemistry between two people. In this styled shoot, that “something” is a magical spring garden wedding aesthetic. The photo shoot was centered around Classic Blue, Pantone’s Color of the Year. Model bride and groom Naomi and Craig joined Gavin Christianson Bridal at The Matthews House in Cary. Naomi and Craig embody elegance and true love; you … Read More

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History in the Making

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Raleigh Couple’s History Wedding Includes Jumping the Broom Tradition

By Anna Louise Pickens

Jim and Natasha DePalma’s wedding was all about family and history – both their history as a couple and the history of Natasha’s ancestors. “History in the Making” was the theme of their February 2020 wedding, and the couple extended the theme to their engagement photos, which were taken at the NC Museum of History in Raleigh. 

“The area is near the … Read More

Historic Southern Intimate Wedding Chapel Jewel Tone Wedding The Parlour at Manns Chapel NC Fancy This
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Love Big But Celebrate Small

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How to Make a Wedding Guest List for an Intimate Affair and Why By The Parlour at Manns Chapel

By Aimee Flynn, The Passionate Idealist, and Yvette Navarro, The No-Nonsense Creative, co-owners of The Parlour at Manns Chapel. In addition to restoring The Parlour in 2015, Aimee and Yvette are brand designers, design educators and best friends. Along with their husbands, “the Wolf & the Bull”, they have dedicated their lives to making The Parlour … Read More

Heidi Gessner Best NC Wedding Officiant and Certified Relationship Coach Marriage Coaching in Raleigh, NC Joe Payne
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Reconnecting Couples During COVID-19

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Keep Your Relationship Healthy – Premarital and Marriage Coaching Advice During COVID-19

By Heidi Gessner, NC Wedding Officiant and Certified Life and Relationship Coach

Heidi, MDiv, BCC, completed the Master of Divinity degree at Campbell University Divinity School and is an Ordained Minister with the United Church of Christ. She currently serves as the Palliative Care Chaplain and Bereavement Coordinator for UNC Hospitals in Chapel Hill. She developed and created Bereavement Support Services with the … Read More

Sarah and Paul NC Engagement Behind the Scenes Wedding Planning at The Cookery Durham, NC Joanna Sue Photography
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Wedding Planning Tips & Tricks From a Real Bride

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Behind the Scenes Wedding Planning at The Cookery Durham, NC Real Durham Bride-to-Be, Sarah Guizard Spills All 

Working in the wedding industry, I thought planning my perfect day would be a dream. Boy, was I wrong. Wedding planning is hard. It’s difficult to choose details that reflect you and your fiancé while staying in budget (and keeping to it). Heart of NC Weddings has been our most visited site throughout this process. It’s helped guide … Read More

Dusky Teal Blue Bridesmaids Dresses and Bride in Boho Chic Gilded Bridal Dress Laughing at Highgrove Estate NC Barlow
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Addair & Austin’s End of Summer Wedding at Highgrove Estate

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Romantic End of Summer Wedding at Highgrove Estate NC by Richard Barlow Photography

With the help of friends and an alpaca, Austin proposed to Addair at Highgrove Estate NC. Austin knew that Addair’s favorite animal is an alpaca and surprised her on the set of the styled wedding shoot! Having already played dress up as bride and groom at this romantic venue, why not tie the knot at Highgrove! 

Addair and Austin proved that even … Read More

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