Author name: Heart of NC Weddings

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Real Weddings

Vui Co. Planned This Wedding at City Market in Downtown Raleigh

Raleigh Wedding Planners Helped This Couple Celebrate Chinese Traditions

Cort and Catherine are both UNC grads, but the pair didn’t cross paths until they met at a mutual friend’s wedding. A spark between them led to a long-distance relationship; Cort later proposed at the couple’s favorite park in Austin, Texas, where they’d moved in together with their dogs Bao and Miso. Cort and Catherine married at downtown Raleigh’s Market Hall on July 29, 2023, after … Read More

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Florals, LGBTQ+ Weddings, Venues, Wedding Inspiration, Wedding Planners

Elevated Blue and Green Decor at The Distillery

Classic & Contemporary Wedding Design by Chad Biggs Event Planning & Design

A serene atmosphere, cultivated through decor in blue and buttery yellow tones, greets guests at The Distillery. The Garner, North Carolina, venue has a modern, industrial feel, perfectly suited to the innovative design of this mock gathering.

Venue owner Chad Biggs – and founder of Chad Biggs Event Planning & Design – embraced the versatility that The Distillery offers, he says, while … Read More

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Photography, Wedding Inspiration, Wedding Planners

Written in the Stars

Celestial Purple, Gold and Sapphire Wedding Design at The Cotton Room

Nightfall casts an enchanting spell over the space as the golden September sun sinks outside The Cotton Room’s windows. Romantic floral arrangements pair effortlessly with gilded decor, while celestial imagery adds a touch of mystique, creating a bold design that feels both transcendental and timeless.The Cotton Room’s exposed brick and wood beams offered a rustic backdrop for this ethereal concept by Something Fabulous Read More

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Planning Tips

12 Ways to Celebrate Sustainably

Easy, Affordable Eco-friendly Wedding Planning Tips

If you and your fiance are interested in eco-friendly wedding planning, this is the guide for you. We’re sharing tips on affordable and accessible ways to keep sustainability in mind, from booking eco-friendly wedding vendors to selecting sustainable favors.

Keeping waste (and expenses) to a minimum on your wedding day might seem like a daunting task, but it’s a worthwhile goal to keep in mind. After all, reducing waste … Read More

Board and Batten wedding.
Planning Tips, Venues

The 7 Best Farm and Barn Wedding Venues in the Triangle

Heart of NC Weddings Picks: The Best Farm and Barn Wedding Venues in Raleigh and the Triangle

North Carolina is a true destination for any couple dreaming of a rustic Southern wedding at a handsome barn or sprawling farm venue. The Triangle area – Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill – might be turning into a metropolis, but still has some of the best farm and barn wedding venues in NC. There are several wedding venues … Read More

spring vineyard wedding in Durham
Real Weddings

Jacqueline & Jermond’s Vineyard Wedding

Spring Wedding at a Durham Vineyard Planned by Socialite Events

Jermond Jackson proposed to Jacqueline Gwynn at a family gathering in Lake Norman, North Carolina, after the couple had been dating for almost 15 years. On May 27, 2024, the pair exchanged vows at ZincHouse Winery & Brewery in Durham, North Carolina, the city where they’d first met.

The couple had quickly fallen in love with the 87-acre property, which includes sprawling vineyards and contemporary … Read More

Planning Tips, Venues

Wedding Chapels in the Triangle Where All Are Welcome

Nondenominational Wedding Chapels in Raleigh and the Triangle, NC

You don’t need to be a member of a congregation to get married at the little white chapel of your dreams! If you want the feel of a Christian wedding but aren’t getting married at your own family church, take a look at these beautiful wedding chapels in NC that allow ceremonies of non-members. These wedding chapels in NC rent their space for weddings of any … Read More

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Venues, Wedding Inspiration

The Most Romantic Wedding Venues in NC

Picturesque and Romantic NC Wedding Venues in the Triangle, Triad and Coast

So, you’re engaged. Congratulations! Ready to find the perfect place to say “I do”? Your wedding will reflect the true love you share. Go for sheer romance. In this blog you’ll find the most romantic NC wedding venues. This list includes wedding venues from the Triad to the Coast and everywhere in between.

These romantic NC venues are some of the most dreamy … Read More

Cakes & Desserts, Planning Tips

Sweet Slices: All About Wedding Cakes

Local Bakers Create Delicious Wedding Cakes in Raleigh and the NC Triangle

No great meal is complete without a sweet treat to top it off. Give your wedding guests something to dance about – dessert! Welcome to the world of wedding cakes in the NC Triangle. Meet some of the top local bakers in Raleigh who are sure to bring your wedding dessert dreams to life.

Learn what you should expect to pay for cake … Read More

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Florals, News, Photography, Planning Tips, Wedding Planners

Celebrating Black-Owned Wedding Businesses in NC

Five Black-Owned Wedding Vendors Based in the NC Triangle

We’re excited to highlight several Black-owned wedding businesses this Black History Month! In this blog, we share a bit about each of these standout wedding professionals based in the NC Triangle area. Keep reading to learn about each of these recommended Heart of NC Weddings vendor partners.

An Event Lady Production

Angela B. Cameron founded An Event Lady Production. Angela provides detailed, strategic guidance to … Read More

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