Legacy of Love Old Wide Awake Plantation enters a new era, welcoming brides with timeless, southern elegance. White columns, sturdy oaks, Spanish moss swaying in the breeze. Guests have been sauntering up the steps of Old Wide Awake Plantation for ... Read More
The Floral Savants
04/29/2026
Petal Virtuoso Whitney Randall @festooncharleston Every wedding tells a story, and for this floral designer, itthat story begins with a love rooted in family, creativity, and a deep appreciation for the beauty of blooms. What started as helping her mother-in-law ... Read More
The Welcome Party: The New Trend in Southern Weddings
02/06/2026
In the South, weddings have never been just a single-day event—they’re full-weekend celebrations of love, family, and tradition. While the rehearsal dinner once held the spotlight as the unofficial kickoff, a new star has emerged in recent years: the Welcome ... Read More
Every Dress Tells a Story: The Evolution of the Wedding Gown
12/15/2025
By Claudie Benjamin The oldest wedding gown at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History in Washington, D.C., is a yellow silk damask dress with a cream silk petticoat accented by silver threads. It was paired with purple silk satin ... Read More