Amanda Bittner and Jacob Chitwood share a true zest for life. As avid travelers, they consider themselves to be “experience collectors” who believe that life is meant to be lived to the fullest. So, when planning their September wedding it’s needless to say that they wanted a venue that was just as full of joy as they are. Since they love exploring … Read More
Shelby and Justin’s Raleigh wedding was the perfect intimate day they had hoped for. Raleigh holds a special place in their hearts as it was where they both grew up. The bride and groom actually both went to the same high school but they didn’t meet until college! They were first introduced to one another on Independence day and so it’s fitting that they chose … Read More
Pet owners know that some bridal parties aren’t complete without a special someone, or should we say, a special furry friend. Whether you have a dog, cat or other pet, your animal is always there for you. So, they most certainly deserve to be apart of one of the most special days of your life. … Read More
The saying goes, “the sky is the limit.” And just like the blue sky, love has no boundaries. This is one of the reasons why blue is the color of love. If you’re looking to incorporate the classic “something blue” into your wedding, one way to do so is to decorate with blue wedding balloon decor.
At Board & Batten Events in Lexington, NC, Images by … Read More
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
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
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
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.
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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
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
