Author name: Heart of NC Weddings

A wedding proposal in Raleigh NC
Engagements, Noteworthy Vendors, Sponsored, Unique Services, Wedding Inspiration

Heart + Hand Proposals: Taking the Stress Out of “Yes!” in the Triangle

Plan Your Dream Proposal With the Pros

For those ready to take the next step in their love story, Heart + Hand Proposals offers something rare: a full-service, stress-free and picture perfect experience as you pop the question. Based in Raleigh, Heart + Hand is the Triangle’s only luxury marriage proposal planning company. Founded by two seasoned event professionals who have a passion for love stories and detail-driven design, they are dedicated to turning their … Read More

Spring wedding invites
Invitations, Planning Tips

Everything You Need to Know About Save the Dates, Invites & RSVPs

North Carolina Wedding Invitations, Calligraphy and Paper

Imagine opening your mailbox, sorting through your mail and finding an envelope with beautiful handwritten calligraphy. Forget the bills and junk mail – this is a letter you actually want to open. Once you do, you see a lovingly crafted wedding invitation and think, “If the invites are this good, I can’t wait to go to the wedding!” 

This effect is why so many North Carolina couples opt … Read More

Tall wedding floral placement at wedding reception
Florals, Wedding Inspiration

How to Choose Floral Centerpieces to Complement Your Wedding Tabletop Decor

Three Ways to Elevate Your Reception with Eye-Catching Florals

Variety is essential to a visually dynamic reception design, says Bloom Works director EW Fulcher. He suggests combining bold and more subtle elements to achieve the beautifully balanced and elegant decor pictured here.

Venue The Maxwell | Florals Bloom Works | Rentals American Party Rentals | Photographer Richard Barlow Photography

“You could create a really high-impact look by placing, for example, four of the statement arrangements … Read More

Royal-inspired wedding
Fashion & Jewelry, Wedding Inspiration

North Carolina Castle the Perfect Setting for a Royal-Inspired Wedding

Princess Diana Inspired this Styled Wedding at Graylyn Estate

Planner Significant Events | Rentals Curated Events Raleigh | Dress Be Everthine | Jewelry Diamonds Direct | Photographer Laura Memory Photography

Graylyn Estate’s elaborate gardens, sprawling lawns and lavish overnight accommodations make it a favorite for Winston-Salem weddings. Its elegance and charm made it the ideal setting for this design inspired by royal weddings.

Significant Events planned this styled wedding captured by Laura Memory Photography. Many … Read More

modern nc wedding venue The Upchurch
Planning Tips, Venues

Our Cary Wedding Venue Guide

Dreamy Wedding Venues in Cary, Apex and Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina

Choosing your North Carolina 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! Explore our picks for wedding venues in Apex, Cary and Fuquay-Varina, NC – each embodying elegance, romance and Southern beauty. Browse these Cary area venues to find the perfect setting for your dream wedding.… Read More

Floral outdoor wedding seating
Florals, Planning Tips

The Art of the Floral Flip: Repurposing Floral Arrangements from Ceremony to Reception

How an Experienced Floral Designer Will Maximize Your Flower Budget

Romantic roses – the timeless symbol of love – and locally grown dahlias star in a lush altar display created by Katie Wright-Thomas, owner of KatieDid Florals. These stunning stems are set to capture attention during the ceremony, but with careful planning, they can also bring beauty to other parts of the wedding day.  

Venue The Maxwell | Florals KatieDid Florals | Rentals American Read More
The Power House at Rocky Mount Mills Tiffany Johnson Photography 6
Around Town, Planning Tips, Venues

Best Warehouse Wedding Venues in NC

Our Favorite Warehouse Wedding Venues in Raleigh-Durham, NC and Chapel Hill, NC

We at Heart of NC Weddings understand that events today are all about customization. The uber-popular warehouse wedding venue serves as a perfect blank canvas on which you can reflect your own love story and aesthetic preferences. These industrial venues are everywhere in the Raleigh-Durham area.

Many historic buildings and factories have been repurposed and turned into stunning wedding and reception venues. If … Read More

Multicultural Duke Chapel wedding Jennifer Bosak Photography ceremony venue
Around Town, Planning Tips

Durham Wedding Venue Guide

Heart of NC Weddings’ Guide to Bull City Weddings

Welcome to our Durham wedding venue guide! Venues in the heart of Durham range from cozy inns to manicured gardens and, of course, the Bull City has no shortage of beautifully renovated industrial warehouses. Our definitive guide to Durham wedding venues includes a few classic favorites and unexpected hidden gems. No matter what style you envision for your wedding, our Durham venue guide has an option … Read More

White bridal bodysuit with skirt and white bridal blazer with feathered hat
Fashion & Jewelry, Sponsored, Unique Services, Wedding Inspiration

Be Everthine: Custom Bridal Gowns Made with Love in Raleigh

Create Your Custom Wedding Day Look with Be Everthine

You may already know Be Everthine for its range of custom bachelorette party clothing, favors and gifts, but its bespoke wedding gowns are worth a second look. The brand, founded by Eileen Schilly-Seefried, brings a fresh approach to bridal fashion. Based in North Carolina’s Triangle region, Be Everthine works with clients nationwide and has become a go-to destination for brides seeking a unique, custom look for … Read More

Eastern NC venue golden hour
Real Weddings

Hallie & Griffin’s Cool-Toned Spring Wedding

This Eastern NC Venue Was the Perfect Spring Wedding Backdrop

Griffin and Hallie tied the knot in a late spring wedding at Rose Hill Estate on June 16, 2024.

The Greenville, North Carolina, natives met at their freshman high school orientation, but it wasn’t until their junior year of college – when the pandemic forced both Griffin and Hallie to move back to their hometown from Appalachian State University and UNC, respectively – that the … Read More

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