Caucasian - Beach Bride

Fresh and Chic Beach Wedding in Florida

By Jenn

If you’re thinking about having an intimate beach ceremony, consider Jayme and Dylan’s fresh and chic beach wedding in Sunset Beach Resort in Sarasota, Florida. Family and close friends came together to be with them on their special day. The heartfelt ceremony was done at the beachfront under a simply elegant arbor. The couple also took advantage of natural beauty and struck some poses on the shore. Paired with soft tones of pink and greens made for a fresh feast for the eyes. The quaint ceremony was followed by a reception where the newlyweds danced under romantic lights. These beautiful captures by Alisia Thompson Photography may just leave you longing for sand and sea!

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Military Wedding at Lesner Inn Catering Club

By Jenn

It was clearly destiny that brought today’s featured couple together. Robin and Schuyler were overjoyed to start their lives as husband and wife, regardless of where their posts as a military couple take them. Held in the beautiful Lesner Inn Catering Club, their military wedding was less about formality but more about having a great intimate time with family and friends. In these shots brought to us by DeLine Photography, you’ll see how the couple put together a meaningful celebration. Of course, with the help of amazing vendors as well as Robin’s sister who lent a hand during the entire planning. It was complete with a themed mimosa bar and the wedding cake – a cute cinnamon roll tower! Scroll down for more lovely shots!

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Photographer: DeLine Photography | Event Venue: Lesner Inn Catering Club

Island Picnic Proposal

By Jenn

Asking for someone’s hand in marriage is definitely a big thing! No wonder Mike, our future groom, did everything he can to make his Sullivan Island picnic proposal perfect and meaningful. I must say, he stepped the proposal game up a notch! Mike contacted Propose Charleston to help him execute his plan. So, here’s what happened: Mike asked Britt for a lunch date at The Obstinate Daughter. Before that, he said he “wanted to take a walk on the beach” with their lovable dog Woodford. The walk then led them to the picnic set – complete with plates navy and blue elements (these colors are Britt’s favorites) and a driftwood backdrop. The florals also complemented the set. Eventually, Mike got down on bended knee, surprising the love of her love. Jen Keys Photography captured everything! To other grooms reading this, that’s how you pull off a memorable proposal! No pressure though. Bear in mind that it’s always about the love you put into planning and the excitement of having a life together with your love!

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Event Planner: Propose Charleston | Photographer: Jen Keys Photography

White and Blue Themed Wedding in Nantucket

By Jenn

Hello, lovelies! Our second feature for this week is a wedding held in Nantucket at the Whale’s Watch Estate. While the wind blew and waves tossed, Haley and Michael said their vows in a romantic oceanfront setting. What we love about their wedding is that it was relatively simple yet stunning. Haley, on her Sarah Seven dress, was a legit gorgeous beach bride! Her bridesmaids looked effortlessly chic on their mix of blues and floral dresses. Not to mention, they got to choose their dresses – how cool is that! Some other additions to the white and blue theme were Haley’s gorgeous bouquet made by Stacey of Parties and Petals (a mix of blue and white hydrangeas and white roses), the men’s blue suits (which they looked super doped on, by the way!), the centerpieces and the cups. Summing it up, we think it was a cool and fresh beach wedding that you can definitely get many ideas from. Check out their photos and some fun details shared with us by Rebecca Love Photography!

From the Bride:

How We Met

Mike and I first met shortly after I moved to Los Angeles, California in March 2014. Mike went to college with a friend of mine that I had met while waitressing in Nantucket. We got a group together for happy hour and Mike and I clicked instantly discovering our mutual love of Nantucket, both growing up outside of Boston, amongst many other things. Mike asked me out on a date and after that first meeting and the rest is history.

Best Parts of the Day

Everything. All of it. The weather, the family, the friends, the beautiful ceremony, the outrageous dancing and prop party on the dancefloor. But above all else, the vows between us were very special to us.

From the Groom:

I cannot forget to mention how out-of-this-world the full moon was, after having had ‘Harvest Moon’ played just a few hours beforehand. Also how beautiful Haley looked the first time I saw her on the day of in her wedding dress.

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Family and Kid-Friendly Destination Weddings: 7 Things to Know

By Kacey Bradley

Brides spend months and even years planning the perfect destination wedding. It’s romantic to imagine traveling to a new location to get married in front of everyone you love, especially if it’s a place unlike any you’ve ever experienced. While you might dream of spending your wedding day with a glass of champagne and all your friends, some of your guests will probably bring their kids with them.

It isn’t always possible for people to leave their kids with family or friends before traveling to a wedding. It’s smart to include kids in your wedding planning so the destination is perfect for everyone. The problem is figuring out which things are most important to provide for families, especially if they’re extended family you don’t know too well.

Make your wedding planning easier by checking out these seven things to know about family and kid-friendly destination weddings. With the right preparation, your wedding will be a blast for every person who comes, no matter their age.

1. Include Easy-Access Amenities

It’s easy for you to jump in the car and drive to brunch with your friends, but getting around is a bit more difficult for families. Parents have to get their kids ready and strap them into carseats to get where they want to go, which takes a lot of time and energy.

While you’re checking out different destinations and hotels, remember to include easy-access amenities for the families coming to your wedding. In-house buffet breakfasts, pools and even fun things like gift shops are much more enjoyable for families when they’re within walking distance.

2. Serve Finger Food

It’s tempting to serve local cuisine at your destination wedding, especially if you love the recipes native to that area. Still, kids won’t know how to eat lobster if you choose that as your main course. Pick the adult foods you want to serve your guests, then include finger food options for kids. Chicken nuggets will go over well with kids while the adults eat food that leans closer to fine-dining.

3. Create an Activities List

Once you’ve chosen your destination, you should research the area and create an activities list. Send it out to families after they RSVP, so they know what kind of entertainment is around your venue and what they can do with their kids while they’re there.

4. Provide Space to Roam

Sometimes families can feel cramped while they’re on vacation, which is why it’s nice to provide space to roam. Host a beach wedding so families can explore the sand and surf in a place like Ocean City, New Jersey. When they’re not having fun in town, everyone can spread out on the beach and have a great time.

5. Choose a Family Resort

Another option is to choose a family resort that will go the extra mile to take care of the families at your wedding. They will have daily and weekly activities for kids of all ages, so tired parents don’t need to drive out to town when their kids get bored or restless.

6. Check the Calendar

You should also check the calendar when you plan the date for your wedding. If most of your guests have kids, it’ll be easier for them to attend if the children aren’t in school on your big day. Choose a day during a school break so traveling is easy for everyone.

7. Send Save-the-Dates Early

The most important thing you can do for families is to send save-the-dates extra early so they have time to plan their trip. Families will need to check the school calendar and the dates of their kids’ after-school activities, plus budget for traveling. If they have extra time to plan, it’ll be easier for them to attend.

Keep Communication Open

While you plan your destination wedding, keep communication open. Let families ask questions so you can help them out with planning. If you work together, everyone will enjoy your destination wedding.