Romantic + Feminine Military Wedding

Ronda and Jeff’s gorgeous Nashville wedding is the epitome of Southern chic! These two are completely in love—there’s not a single image from Kristyn Hogan where the two aren’t beaming! Sara Fried of Fete Nashville Events & Design helped Ronda and Jeff create the perfect day filled with Southern touches like monograms and lush hydrangeas. The white, purple, and green florals dotted throughout were created by The Enchanted Florist, and they absolutely set the scene for the day. After Ronda and Jeff’s ceremony at Scarritt Bennett, they joined guests for an outdoor cocktail hour and indoor reception at Schermerhorn Symphony Center. We adore the attire of the day, first with the sand-colored bridesmaids dresses by Dessy and classic tuxes for the men, and then Ronda’s breathtaking custom Vera Wang gown. Before a dramatic send-off down the symphony hall steps with sparklers, Ronda and Jeff cut their Dulce Desserts cake, an extra-tall confection accented with more hydrangea blooms. Everything about this affair is simply flawless—see even more in the gallery!

Pretty flowers, pale pink dresses, and an elegant outdoor venue… Laura and Steve’s Nashville wedding is garden party perfection! The details of their wedding truly couldn’t be prettier. They chose a palette of pale pink and mint green and selected hydrangea, peonies, and roses in arrangements by Enchanted Florist to decorate the outdoor gazebo at CJ’s off the Square. I love the paper flower escort cards and the gorgeous chandeliers but I can’t stop drooling over her amazing Louboutins! What a marvelous day with marvelous photos by Kristyn Hogan!

Lauren and AJ’s elegant Nashville wedding was an old-school Southern affair that started with a ceremony at the beautiful Cathedral of the Incarnation. Soft taupe bridesmaids dresses played backdrop to hydrangea, lily, and magnolia leaf bouquets by OSHi International Floral Decor Studio. Lauren walked down the aisle in a strapless Justin Alexander gown from Sweet Elegance Bridal. After the traditional Catholic ceremony, guests headed to downtown’s The Hermitage Hotel, where classic green and cream florals and warm wood decor welcomed. Events by Janie helped coordinate the soiree, which featured balsa wood airplane place cards, a nod to AJ’s Air Force career, and an amazing cake from Dessert Designs. The super talented Kristyn Hogan captured every detail of the picture-perfect day! Click through to the gallery for all of the gorgeous images!

Brooke and Russell’s lovely Nashville wedding is an elegant affair filled with classic touches that we adore! Brooke is flawless in a Monique Lhuillier gown from The Bride Room–we are swooning over the top lace piece that’s romantic and delicate, a perfect complement to Brooke’s filmy Toni Federici veil. Bridesmaids chose varying designs of a light taupe dress by Amsale, which are soft and pretty mixed in with garden details like the lush bouquets, hydrangea and magnolia wreaths, and floral hair wreaths from Branches. After a traditional ceremony at St. George’s Episcopal Church, the party continued at the vintage-style Union Station Hotel, where a lush floral garland ran the length of Brooke and Russell’s table. “The flowers were stunning! My favorite thing at the reception was the flower runner on the head table,” says Brooke. Sequin linens from La Tavola Fine Linen Rental and classic pieces like engraved silver vases and cafe string lights dotted the reception room, where the couple’s Dessert Designs cake was topped with more fresh flowers. One of our favorite details is the monogrammed logo by Allison R. Banks Designs on the couple’s stationery from Rock Paper Scissors. We adore every single detail captured by the fabulous Kristyn Hogan!

Lauren and Stewart’s candlelit Nashville wedding and reception is so breathtaking! The drama of the flickering light during the ceremony at Scarritt-Bennett Center is softened by Lauren’s vintage-inspired lace dress from Bella Couture and pale pink bridesmaids dresses by The Dessy Group. Classic bouquets accented with cameo pins and pastel flowers, all by A Village of Flowers, add to the antique look of the reception at aVenue—we adore all of the lace, floating candles, and those fabulous chandeliers! Even the Jay Qualls cake gets a dose of old-school with vintage brooches festooned on the layers. Kristyn Hogan shared these gorgeous images with us—they perfectly capture the romance of Lauren and Stewart’s day! See the entire gorgeous event in the gallery!

A typical ballroom wedding just wouldn’t do for Erin and Wes—they something a bit more personal and unique. The couple decided Belle Meade, a plantation home and horse farm in Nashville, was the perfect place to host their wedding. In keeping with their surroundings, the couple made escort cards from horseshoes and  horseshoe charms hung from the white and pink bouquets and boutonnieres. Brocade Designs created beautiful centerpieces of roses and dusty miller in mercury glass containers. We love the pop of pink napkins on the gray tablecloths and the chic bridesmaids dresses by Monique Lhullier!

She’s a University of South Carolina girl, he’s a Citadel boy, and they both love southern history. This shared interest was a huge inspiration to Katie and James as they planned their Charleston wedding, choosing The Citadel Summerall Chapel for their ceremony then moving afterwards to the third most historic building in the country, The Old Exchange, for their reception. The celebration was impeccably designed by Sara Hosch of Southern Protocol, classically elegant, soft, and romantic, with absolutely gorgeous florals by Branch Design Studio. The images by Paige Winn Photography capture Katie and James’ day beautifully!

Amanda and Mike’s big city Chicago wedding portrays a certain sweetness that is both charming and sophisticated! Following a traditional Catholic ceremony at St. Josaphat Parish, the couple and their friends and family headed to the gorgeous Chicago History Museum for a night of great food and dancing, thanks to Blue Plate catering and tunes from Matt Lewis and The Union. Amanda says she wouldn’t change a thing about the day, and we can see why! From the lovely ice blue bridesmaids dresses from Bella Bridesmaids to her own amazing Tara Keely gown, the attire was simple and elegant. Emilia Jane Photography captured beautiful images—we especially adore the iconic photos with the backdrop of the Chicago skyline! We love the mix of baby’s breath, peach roses, and white peonies in floral designs by Revel Décor, as well as the adorable confection by Amy Beck Cake Design—there’s so much to love, catch it all in the gallery!

Oh, how we adore the soft colors and romantic vibe of Mirna and Robin’s Bay Area wedding at Mission Santa Clara de Asis! These images from Caroline Tran are as ethereal as Mirna’s classic Monique Lhuillier gown—and we love the fresh flowers tucked into her sleek updo! Pink and white ruled the day, from flowers by Nicole Ha Designs to the blush-colored cake by Rosewood Sand Hill, also the site of the fabulous reception. Mirna’s bridesmaids wore long light taupe dresses by Saja Wedding to complement the surrounding pale pinks, a color combo that’s classic and fresh. Each carefully executed detail was overseen by Amazae Special Events. This fabulous fete is absolutely stunning!

Traditionally elegant and glamorous, Jessica and Ryan’s Chicago wedding was inspired by Old Hollywood. The stunning church (in which they are parishioners), the beautiful flowers, and the perfect palette of ivory, gold, and hints of pink, really makes this gorgeous wedding reminiscent of a movie set! We’re loving the Palmer House’s opulent ballroom and the floral perfection of Heffernan Morgan. Becky Hill Photography captured this beautiful day and we’re swooning over every last detail!

New bride Ariel says she isn’t originally from the South, but we’d never guess it from the looks of she and groom Stephen’s Nashville fete. After meeting at a barbecue (we told you!), getting engaged and deciding to settle down in the Music City, Ariel and Stephen knew it was the right place for their wedding, too. The ritzy venue, Riverwood Mansion, contrasts beautifully with the shabby-chic vibe of the entire event, including the bride’s delicate Maggie Sottero gown, and lush bouquets and floral arrangements filled with roses and hydrangeas from The Enchanted Florist. Ariel even had perfectly curled Southern hair, courtesy of Green Pea Salon—we love the waterfall braid detail! Pour yourself a fruit tea cocktail like the ones guests enjoyed at this affair, and let your jaw drop at these stunning images from always-amazing Michelle Cross Photography!

Elegant, classy, and romantic - that’s Karen and John’s wedding in a nutshell. Event planner Ashley Gain created a stunning event within the beautiful halls and walls of the Country Club at DC Ranch and Petal Pusher’s gorgeous blend of peonies, hydrangea, and roses is pure bliss! I love the pale pink and purple blooms against the sleek silvery-grey of the bridesmaids’ gowns and table linens. If these gorgeous photos by Stephanie Fay Photography don’t make you swoon, then I’m not sure what will!

Anytime the fabulous team at Historic Cedarwood puts their heads together, a magical wedding is created. Erica and Shaun’s wedding was an elegant and refined event with a French-chateau-meets-Southern-countryside vibe. Big puffy peonies, a soft and romantic color palette of pinks and whites, and Erica’s stunning Lazaro Couture gown in the softest shade of pink…swoon! Cedarwood has the perfect outdoor ceremony backdrop – it’s an outdoor cathedral with actual church pews and cathedral windows – bringing the indoors out for an incredible ceremony space! Pretty florals, details, and design captured beautifully by Photographix!

With a color palette of pale pinks and whites, fluffy hydrangeas and peonies, Jimmy Choos, and fabulous photography, Tully and Dan’s Memphis wedding is, in my opinion, the epitome of classic elegance. Ohmygoodness this wedding is gorgeous. The incredible florals by Garden District to me are the highlight of the decor, a beautiful arch over the door at St. John’s Episcopal Church and a stunning oversized arrangement at Memphis Country Club. How cute are their flower girls too? Kristyn Hogan did an incredible job capturing this beautiful day!

Ryan and Cristin’s Nashville wedding was a true celebration of their coupling and the couple chose to fete with their dearest friends and family at the esteemed Country Music Hall of Fame. The open and airy Mike Curb Conservatory was completely transformed with dramatic draping, elegant chandeliers, and vibrant pink and ivory centerpieces created by LMA Designs. Ryan and Cristin worked with Angela Proffitt to bring their vision of a modern and elegant soiree to life, and each and every detail down to the glamorous lounge area and tiered silver and white cake from The Frosted Affair. We’re head over heels for every single moment captured by the incredible Kristyn Hogan!

Emily and Dan’s Columbus, Ohio, wedding is impossibly classic and sophisticated, with a dreamy palette of ivory, blush, and gold and dramatic pops of navy. The gorgeous St. Mary’s Catholic Church was host to the catholic ceremony, and the ethereal colors continued at the reception, held in the breathtakingly gorgeous The Westin Columbus. Marble floors and gold details created a fairytale space for Emily and Dan; Emily looked like a princess in a CB Couture lace gown, accented by a stunning vintage veil from Vera’s House of Bridals! Bridesmaids wore long navy dresses by  Joielle, but their flowers, like the others, were held to the neutral palette. Flowers on Springtree Lane translated Emily’s vision so that the blooms accented rather than competed with the surroundings. Textured roses on linens by Urquid Linen and the cake by The End Dessert Company were in keeping with the intricate detailing of the décor. We are simply in love with these swoon-worthy images from Two Maries!

Katie and Ryan’s Rochester Hills, Michigan wedding may as well have been set in a faraway European village for all of its breathtaking fairy-tale details. Starting with a ceremony at First Congregational Church of Rochester, where old-world elegance abounds, Katie walked down the aisle in a gown from Le Salon that can only be described as amazing. Her cathedral-length veil featured embroidery that gave the ensemble a vintage feel. A bridal party dressed in black and white added drama to the day. For the reception at Meadow Brook, lush cream and pink flowers from Bellisario Floral and an abundance of white candles set on silver stands created an ethereal atmosphere. One of our favorite details is the classic cake from Sweet and Savory Bake Shop set on an antique gold stand atop gold sequin linens. Simply gorgeous! Visit the gallery to enjoy every single photo from Amy Carroll Photography!

Beverly and Nelson went for all-out glamour when planning their oceanside nuptials at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel in California! This affair is made complete by the hundreds of blush, cream, and pink blooms fashioned by Nisie’s Enchanted Florist. To complement the sweet hues, bridesmaids wore lavender one-shoulder dresses from Banana Republic. Beverly’s Lazaro gown is hands-down one of the most stunning we’ve ever laid eyes on, with ruffles and beading and details for days! The whimsical jewel-encrusted butterflies adoring her Aruna Seth shoes are fun and elegant. Platinum Weddings by Kerrie assisted Beverly and Nelson so that the day was everything they hoped for, and after looking at these photos from Sarah K. Chen Photography, we wouldn’t change a thing! See all of the gorgeousness in the gallery!

Kaitlyn and John’s Phoenix wedding, planned by Outstanding Occasions, was pretty pink perfection! Florals by Petal Pusher really knocked it out of the park, from the breathtaking ceremony canopy and lush bouquets, the stunning centerpieces and a sweetheart table almost completely draped in a blanket of flowers, to the petite wrapped bundles of flowers for guests as they picked up their escort cards! We absolutely love the touch of bling for the reception, it’s the perfect amount of sparkle for this fabulous fête. Soft, romantic, glamorous, and utterly elegant, we’re so happy to share with you these beautiful photos by Melissa Jill Photography—see them all in the gallery!

Glamorous and classic, Lauren and Ryan’s Houston wedding had us at hello! After a traditional ceremony at their family church, the couple held an elegant reception at the stunning Crystal Ballroom, where guests enjoyed food from iconic Houston restaurant Sambuca and dessert from Who Made the Cake! Pale pink and ivory rose centerpieces from Special Arrangements complimented the beautiful venue, and Lauren’s bouquet was the perfect accessory for her Cinderella-style gown! Sit back and fall in love with the gorgeous images from the talented Reg Campbell!