A budget-friendly Charleston wedding table centerpiece featuring mixed floral arrangements and elegant candlelight.

Finding Value: Cost-Friendly Options For Lowcountry Couples

As more couples contribute to or pay the entire cost of their own wedding, cost savings on the big day often play a pivotal role in the planning process. However, this doesn’t mean weddings have to be boring or bare bones. Instead, couples are prioritizing what really matters to them on their wedding day. We …

A romantic outdoor wedding ceremony taking place under historic, moss-draped live oak trees in the Charleston Lowcountry.

Finding Your Charleston Wedding Style: Formal vs. Informal Venues

A wedding day is so much more than saying ‘I do.’ It’s a magical moment that creates forever memories. Crafting your dream wedding day requires making a lot of decisions, but perhaps the first big decision is to determine your wedding style. Will you focus on tradition and formality or relaxed vibes in an informal …

Bride Hagood Coxe Critz, Photo Credit Carmen Ash Photography.

Springfield Estates: Georgetown’s Promised Land for Lovers

Spring has sprung at The Venue at Springfield Estates where azaleas, camellias and wildflowers are in full bloom. Beneath a canopy of historical oaks dripping with Spanish moss, a soft breeze stirs the soulful stories of a bygone era. Here, looking out over rice fields and the Great Pee Dee River, time stands still. A …

108 W Main Wedding + Event Venue Ceremony in Moncks Corner, South Carolina.

Firm Foundation: Married Couple Later Purchases Wedding Venue

A new era has begun for the wedding venue formerly known as The Arch, nestled in the heart of Moncks Corner. This hidden gem, now under the ownership of Sasha and Bryce Gregory, is poised to build upon its storied history while adding a fresh touch of passion and expertise to the events it hosts. Purchased in …

Wedding celebration sign: CONGRATS SARAH AND RYAN

Love is in the Air: From a Father’s Perspective

As it should be, a wedding is where everyone who attends focuses on the bride and groom and it was no different at Sarah Henderson and Ryan Hendrick’s wedding on Dec. 29, 2024. In addition to the excitement, pride and love of the bridal couple’s newly-joined families, I was struck by the mountain of happiness …

A bride at Springfield Plantation in Georgetown, South Carolina.

Springfield Plantation: A Wedding Venue As Sweet as Honey

Any wedding planner will agree that the first step in preparing for the big day is deciding on the venue. The backdrop is of utmost importance because it inspires styles, color schemes and themes for flowers, decor and wardrobe. It can also influence the genre of music, ideas for a signature cocktail, the menu layout, …

A photo of the crowd at 2024's The Charleston Bridal Show

A Spectacular Showcase at The Charleston Bridal Show

This past weekend, Charleston Women Magazine had the honor of attending the Charleston Bridal Show, as it took center stage at Omar Shrine Auditorium in Mt. Pleasant, SC. From noon until 4 PM on Sunday, July 28th, 2024, the event brought together around 70 wedding vendors under one roof, offering an amazing experience for brides-to-be, …

A breathtaking view of Salty Oak Farm from their Facebook page.

A Timeless Wedding Venue for Tears of Joy: Salty Oak Farm

Nestled among Southern oak trees and bathed in the warm embrace of the golden sun, Salty Oak Farm stands as a testament to romance and timeless elegance. For newly-engaged couples seeking a magical backdrop for their union, this enchanting venue beckons, promising a wedding day as unforgettable as the love that brought them together. Picture …

Bridal Trends of 2024: “I Do” list for Wedding Festivities

If you’re recently engaged or just beginning to muck through the tasks list for your wedding day, congratulations! Your wedding is the time where you get to shine and make decisions that work for you as a couple. With that in mind, you’re sure to get unsolicited opinions and feedback from those around you who …