Author name: Heart of NC Weddings

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Real Weddings

Addair & Austin’s End of Summer Wedding at Highgrove Estate

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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Sarah & Ben’s Full-Service Highgrove Estate Wedding

Highgrove Estate Wedding Venue in Fuquay-Varina, NC Sees Major Renovations for Local Weddings 

To get to Highgrove Estate wedding venue, you must first drive through the cozy main street of Fuquay-Varina. A growing city with a small town feel. A place where the stores are named after families, and friends stop to talk on the brick-lined sidewalks. When you get to Highgrove Estate, that is if you don’t drive past it on accident the first … Read More

Tips for Stress Free Wedding Planning by Real Raleigh Bride and Bridesmaid in front of Rustic Barn Bri Hines Photography
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8 Tips from a Real Bride for Staying Calm During Your Wedding

How to Have a Stress Free Wedding Planning Experience Real Raleigh Bride and Seasoned Bridesmaid, Elizabeth Hennigan Shares Wedding Planning Advice

We’ve all had our 27 Dresses year.

You know, that time in your life when all of your friends decide to get engaged in less than six months? If you have yet to experience the joy of a marathon wedding season, get ready. Your time will come.

My 27 Dresses year is happening as … Read More

Is a Private Home Wedding Right for Me with Gather Together NC planner Nancy Ray Photography
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Is A Private Home Wedding Right For Me?

How to Know if Planning a Private Home Wedding is Right for you by Chelsey Morrison, Owner of NC Wedding Planning Company Gather Together LLC

If your family has a large home, farm, or even a big backyard, the thought may have crossed your mind to host your wedding at home! Private home weddings are our favorite, but is it a good fit for you? If all of the below apply, there’s no place like … Read More

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The Plus One Situation

Wedding Etiquette: Do I Have to Include Plus Ones on My Guest List? Venue The Carolina Inn | Florals Wild Flora Flowers | Formalwear Bernard’s Formalwear | Hair & Makeup Pinup Studio | Bridesmaid Attire Bella Bridesmaids | Photo by Joe Payne Photography

As if wedding planning isn’t stressful enough, couples are constantly plagued by questions from their soon-to-be guests and wedding party about bringing dates. We know how easy it can be to let … Read More

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