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Wedding Gift Guide

May 5, 2023

30+ Ideas for Bridesmaid Gifts, Vendor Gifts and More Who should I include on my wedding gift list?

Gift giving is an extension of Southern hospitality. Giving wedding favors shows that you love and appreciate your guests who’ve traveled to your wedding, the members of your wedding party who’ve been part of your special day and the vendors who have provided their services. But, you might be thinking ‘What should I give as wedding gifts?‘ … Read More

The bride and groom embrace in a field of lavender at Lavender Oaks Farm. Photo by Arika Jordan Photography.

French-Inspired Wedding Style at a Chapel Hill Lavender Farm

March 28, 2022

Chapel Hill Wedding Vendors Create Romantic European Scenes at Lavender Oaks Farm

Folks on Franklin Street might not know that just a few miles away, purple blooms blanket the fields of Lavender Oaks Farm for several weeks every June. The Orange County wedding and event venue is not far from downtown Chapel Hill, but is reminiscent of the countryside of southern France. Last year, local wedding vendors gathered together there to create a romantic styled … Read More

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Modern Style at the North Carolina Museum of Art

May 16, 2022

Modern, Bright Floral Design by Bloom Works

You wouldn’t leave a newly purchased home undecorated. The same goes for your wedding venue. Flowers and decor are next on the I-do list once you’ve locked in the location and date. Luckily, most venues are versatile – meaning this is your opportunity to take a blank canvas and paint it with your story and style. Or, you might want flowers and decor to only lightly enhance the … Read More

Wedding Rentals and Lighting Guide

July 17, 2023

Tents, party rentals, event lighting and more details

From ceremony chairs to cocktail tables and everything in between, you’ll want to finalize your wedding rentals, lighting and decor at least six months before the big day. Turn your rental showroom visit into a fun pre-wedding date. Keep this checklist handy to ensure your wedding day goes off without a hitch. Couples risk a lot when they order wedding rentals and decor online. Style, quality and, … Read More

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Vibrant Citrus-Inspired Wedding Style at Walnut Hill

August 18, 2022

Bold, Bright and Beautiful Floral Design at Raleigh’s New Open-Air Chapel

Nestled on the outskirts of Raleigh, the charming open-air chapel, sweeping grassy fields and white barn of Walnut Hill are the perfect backdrop for a bright, vibrant citrus-inspired summer wedding photo shoot.

This styled wedding photo shoot planned by ACE Weddings & Events highlights the venue’s newest and most picturesque features, including the freshly painted white walls inside the main barn, plus the most … Read More

The Umstead Hotel and Spa

October 25, 2022

Each wedding at The Umstead Hotel and Spa in Cary is as unique as the couple it celebrates. The only five star hotel in NC, it’s not a huge surprise that it is Heart of NC Weddings vote as one of the most romantic wedding venues in the Triangle. A short drive from Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill, The Umstead caters to discerning couples who are drawn to the hotel’s sophisticated ambience, artistic spirit, and … Read More

Market Hall

October 25, 2022

Did you know there are fantastic warehouse wedding venues located in City Market? This stunningly beautiful historic area in Raleigh has cobblestone streets. And, it is nestled across the street from Moore Square – home to the giant acorn sculpture! This darling and picturesque area of downtown Raleigh also is home to the large, industrial wedding venue, Market Hall.

Market Hall – Downtown Raleigh Warehouse Wedding Venue Among City Market’s Cobblestone Streets

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Contemporary Elegance at The Maxwell

February 23, 2022

Modern Styled Wedding at The Maxwell in Raleigh

One of Raleigh’s newest luxury venues, The Maxwell, features clean, modern architecture. The venue embodies beauty in its simplest form. The minimalist vibe is the closest a couple can get to a blank slate. Flowers and decor of any color palette or style can be added to The Maxwell’s lounge, lawn, patio and, of course, The Great Room, which can seat up to 300 guests. The … Read More

The Story Venue

October 25, 2022

The Story Event Venue on Franklin Street in Chapel Hill, NC

The Story is Chapel Hill’s newest wedding and event venue, with a powerful story behind it. Opened in 2021, The Story Venue is owned by the popular Chapel Hill staple, Mediterranean Deli & Catering. Of course, this means that you can take advantage of Med Deli’s fantastic, extensive catering menu for your event, but The Story also happily allows outside caterers at the … Read More

The Cornealius Properties

October 25, 2022

We’re thrilled to introduce you to one of the most unique wedding venues in the state of North Carolina. The Cornealius Properties is a unique, countryside wedding venue in Eastern NC with farmhouses, an all-white reception barn and an open-air chapel! If Goldsboro wasn’t a wedding destination before, it is now!

The Cornealius Properties – Unique Farm Wedding Venue in Goldsboro, NC

You could be one of the first couples to say “I do” at … Read More

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Wedding Gift Guide

French-Inspired Wedding Style at a Chapel Hill Lavender Farm

Modern Style at the North Carolina Museum of Art

Wedding Rentals and Lighting Guide

Vibrant Citrus-Inspired Wedding Style at Walnut Hill

The Umstead Hotel and Spa

Market Hall

Contemporary Elegance at The Maxwell

The Story Venue

The Cornealius Properties

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