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We have some really special bridal features in this issue of Carolina Bride. Many of our wedding stories in the past have been similar to Lauren and Steves story. They were married in

the church where both of them attended preschool, and they had their beautiful reception at Pine Island Club on Lake Murray. But our other two bridal features are firsts: Rachel and Blake were married in the first wedding ceremony at Town Theatre in downtown Columbia, and Sanya (pronounced SUN-ya) and Omar may be our first couple married in a traditional Muslim wedding. Ashley Seawell Photography, Hartman Outdoor Photography and Palmetto Duo provided us with gorgeous photos of the weddings.

We also visited the newly formed Devine Street Wedding District to see what vendors there call a one-street stop for brides. They have wedding gowns, bridesmaids dresses, flowers, tuxes, party clothes, alcohol, registries, planning, officiant services, jewelry, photography, videography and even a venue. And Travel Leaders Eileen Nason is back with more tips on having a beautiful destination wedding. Finally, weve expanded our venues listing and the Lowcountry section produced by The Island Packet in Hilton Head and The Beaufort Gazette.

Want to be in our next issue? See page 65 for details on placing an announcement. Or, have your wedding photographer submit photos for consideration.

Our cover bride is Lauren Conrad, who married Steven Knobeloch in January at Union United Methodist Church in Irmo.

Read their story on page 20.Photos by Ashley Seawell Photography

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Rachel Sparks envisioned getting married at Town Theatre, near the S.C. State House, long before meeting her groom, Blake Wynia, in New York City.Blake, a North Carolinian in his final year of medical residency at New York University, is also an accomplished musician, so the theatrical venue made even more sense after the couple became engaged.

Rachels mother, Cindy Sparks, often took Rachel and her younger sister, Claire, to plays, and Claire acted in several Town Theatre productions.

Theaters always just been a passion of mine, Rachel said. I didnt want to be on stage, but I loved going, especially watching my sister perform.

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The prospect of standing on stage herself in front of 200 guests was daunting to Rachel, who admitted, I was pretty ner-vous not to get married, but to have all those people watching. I actually couldnt sleep the night before. I got up at 5 a.m. and drove to Chick-fil-A and left a note for my mom saying, Dont worry, Im not a runaway bride.

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Town Theatres executive director, Sandra Willis, has been involved with the theater for 30 years. Once, she said, there was a marriage proposal on Town Theatres stage during a production of Guys and Dolls, but to her knowledge, the Wynias April 18 wedding was a first.

As for hosting future events, Willis said, we would be delighted to talk with someone about it, and they would not have to have a prior affiliation with Town. Our schedule is so packed that we dont have a plethora of rental opportuni-ties, but we certainly would be delighted to explore any possi-bility.

Town Theatre was building a set for a production of Spamalot when Rachel and Blake got married, so castles and dragons were tucked behind the velvet curtains on stage. Sally Sparks, Rachels cousin, who has a degree in set design from University of California, Los Angeles, deco-rated the venue for the wedding with white lights and hand-made buntings. Sally also made flags for guests to wave at the reception.

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The bride relied on atten-dants to choose their own dresses and neutral shoes. We kind of gave everyone free license to get whatever dress they wanted, she said. We just gave them parameters.

The girls on Rachels side of the stage wore mint green or seafoam dresses, and Blakes sisters, who stood next to him, wore dark gray dresses to

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complement the mens suits. I actually went to Home Depot and got

paint swatches to send to everybody and said, Find a dress thats close to this color, Rachel said.

Rachel found her own gown at Davids Bridal, one with beading, lots of lace and pockets, but it was strapless, and she wanted straps, so she enlisted Nicks Tailoring to make straps from the train of the dress.

Ashley Wright of Clines Salon styled the brides hair, and Mary Kay consultant Courtney Young did her makeup.

Rachels mother ordered the flowers from Weddings by Woolbright in Newberry: peo-nies, hypericum berries, calla lilies, freesia, lambs ears, gerbera daisies, Queen Annes lace, tea roses and snapdragons.

The groom selected the music and

arranged it himself for a piano trio consist-ing of local musicians: pianist Claudio Olivera, cellist Ryan Knott and violinist Sarah Land. The brides attendants walked down the aisle to Baby, Will You Marry Me, an indie folk song by Svavar Kntur and Markta Irglov, and Rachel processed to The Book of Love, by The Magnetic Fields. Her cousin Philip Barrett played a classical

guitar arrangement of Bachs Prelude to Cello Suite No. 1 during the ceremony.

Officiating the wedding was Clemson English professor Mike LeMahieu, Rachels mentor.

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Sentimental touches included Rachel tap-ing a lucky penny into her shoe, the same coin her grandmother had worn at her wedding more than 60 years before. Outside of the reception venue, City Art, Rachels paternal uncle, Citadel professor Don Sparks, gave the newlywed couple a sabrage toast, slicing the top off of a champagne bottle with a small sword. During their rehearsal dinner at 701 Whaley, friends and family toasted the couple and enjoyed a slideshow of photos from their childhood and courtship.

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At the reception, Rachels sister sang Blakes arrangement of the Broadway tune How Bout a Dance? Blake and Claire also recorded the song as a gift for wedding guests, and Blake added it to his discography on www.blakewynia .bandcamp.com.

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The bride and groom had planned to exchange handwritten letters just before the wedding. While photographers Shelley and Josh Hartman of Hartman Outdoor Photography in Cary, N.C., were taking separate shots of the couple, Rachel sat in the middle of the empty theater to read Blakes letter. Unbeknownst to the bride, Blake had also writ-ten an original song just for her on their wed-ding day. Inserted in the letter was an iPod so Rachel could listen to it while Blake waited out-side for their first look.

It was really, for me, one of the most beautiful moments because I knew I was about to go out there and see him, she said. I was in my dress in this beautifully decorated theater where we were going to get married, but it was also very private and personal. He called it Sweet Love, and it was about how, from the moment we met, how he knew that I was different and how wed always be together.

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Lauren Conrad Knobeloch says every-one at her January wed-ding was warm and cozy first in the church where she grew up, and then at the Pine Island clubhouse with its roaring fireplace.

Lauren had never considered a winter wedding, but the timing worked for the couples schedule. Her fiance, Steve, had taken an engineering job in Tampa, Fla., a few years ago. Just after the Christmas and New Years holidays seemed an ideal time to gather for a celebration.

Lauren did not daydream about weddings, as some girls do, before she and Steve became engaged in December 2013. But when the two college friends decided, several months after they graduated from Clemson University, to start dating, the stars aligned.

It all came together, says Lauren. And we both realized how much our

lives and the lives of our parents crossed while we were growing up.

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Lauren is from Irmo, while Steve grew up in Lexington. Both were baptized as babies at Union United Methodist Church in Irmo, where she attended. Both were also enrolled in preschool there. Their parents maintained mutual friendships. Yet Lauren and Steve didnt meet until their first

week as freshmen at Clemson.Having the wedding at Union

United Methodist was a given. The couple enjoys Lake Murray, so they chose the clubhouse at nearby Pine Island Club, where Laurens moth-er is a member, as the venue for their reception.

Selecting January as the wedding month meant the church, the club-house and other vendors were available. Laurens mother and her

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bridesmaids made up of fami-ly and friends helped with details as Lauren moved to Tampa to be closer to Steve. In the span of a year, she returned to South Carolina a few times to assist with plans and for dress fittings. She emailed ideas she found in magazines and on such sites at Pinterest, but she trusted those on the ground in Columbia.

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Lauren describes the wed-ding day as just a little chilly with a high of 55 degrees. She wore a tradi-tional champagne-hued gown that featured a sheer back and three- quarter -length lace sleeves.

I did not want a strapless dress, she said. The girls at Evelyns Bridal (in Lugoff) were amazing. They helped me pick my dress and then did altera-tions and added the lace sleeves to make the dress exactly what I

had pictured in my head.Complementing the dress

were sleeveless navy bridesmaid dresses accented with silver beaded belts that her mother made. My sister had a slightly different belt because she was the maid of honor, Lauren said.

Lauren completed her look with a cathedral-length veil and a bouquet of dusty miller, hydrangeas and pink roses including Pink OHara, Powder

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Two hundred fifty people attended the wedding. Interestingly, the wed-ding party made up of six bridesmaids, six groomsmen, a

flower girl, two honorary junior bridesmaids, and four honor-ary bridesmaids included sev-eral sets of twins.

Steves identical twin brother was his best man; two of the bridesmaids were identical twins, as were the two honorary junior bridesmaids. Plus, Laurens father is an identical twin.

Jen Lewis, owner of Pastel Makeup & Hair, readied the bride and others for the cere-mony, while photographer Ashley Seawell captured the special moments.

I absolutely loved all the pho-tos, Lauren said. One of my favorites is when I am standing in front of Steve and my dad kisses my cheek to hand me over.

The photos in the church, I love ... especially the ones where we are facing each other. She also captured great shots out-side at Pine Island before the sunlight was lost.

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At the reception, Steve surprised Lauren with a special dance to a Zack Brown song. DJ Keven Snow was a friend of Laurens from high school.

Lauren wanted her night to be very specific to her taste in music country but still meet the tastes of all the guests, Snow said.

They decided on a playlist of feel -good country during cocktails, shag and oldies to dance to after the wedding party entered, and then pop and knock -em- out country after the cake cutting and throughout the evening.

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Sarah Christmus of River Road Catering Company, a close friend of Lauren, made the chocolate Clemson-themed grooms cake and the almond white wedding cake with vanilla buttercream frosting.

Her company also provided the food, which included mostly pick up items: a vegetable tray, spinach and artichoke dip, a trio of cheese balls, Carolina corn dip, pulled-pork barbecue sliders, and honey baked ham with rolls.

Lauren says she just breathed deeply and took it all in. Her only regret: that it went by too fast.

Both her parents and Steves parents have been married more than 30 years, so Lauren said the day was blessed with a spirit of the true meaning of love, family, and commit-ment.

After a cool but cozy winter wedding, Lauren and Steve returned to their home in sunny Florida.

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celebrationTalk about extended wedding festivities: When Sanya Khan and Omar Mohiuddin said their marriage vows on May 22, 2015, theyd been celebrat-ing for more than two years. And there were more parties to come.

The reason lies in Sanya and Omars faith. As Muslims, they hold the first celebratory event soon after the couple and their families have decided that a wedding will take place.

Since we dont normally have a pro-posal, this is how our families let the com-munity know that these two people are committed to each other, explains Sanya.

It was a wonderful, very important event. Although Omar is Indian, my family is Pakistani, so we both wore custom-made traditional Pakistani outfits.

Sanya and Omar also announced the date of the wedding, May, 22, 2015, mak-ing their engagement official.

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Sanyas next traditional celebration was her first dholki, or drum party, which was held in March of 2015. Similar to a shower, a dholki party indi-cates that a wedding is imminent.

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It was crazy and wonderful, recalls Sanya.

A week before the wedding, held in North Carolina, Omar had his manja, which is a Muslim wed-ding custom in Hyderabad, the city in southern India where his family originated.

Its traditional for the groom to sit down and have all his friends and family feed him sweets and put tur-meric on his hands and face, explains Omar. So thats what they did. Its supposed to be a blessing for the groom before the ceremony.

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On the day of her wedding, Sanya awoke early to begin preparations, which includ-ed applying dramatic makeup and dressing in a khada dupatta, the time-honored outfit for Hyderabadi Muslim brides. In addition to a blouse and pants, the khada dupatta comprises about 6 yards of jeweled and embroi-dered fabric thats draped around the body in a complicated process.

Mine was a gorgeous shade of deep pomegranate red, with a dark green border, says Sanya. With it, I wore the wedding jewelry, which includes a gold headpiece, choker, bangles, earrings and seven-strand pearl necklace. My headpiece was set with rubies. Everything came

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from India and had been chosen for me by my mother-in-law.

Omar wore a sherwani, or jew-led wedding tunic and, on his head, a red turban-like sehra.

So that all 380 guests could attend the nikkah, or wedding ceremony, Sanya and Omar were married at a large mosque in Apex, N.C.

The imam talked about bringing two families together under Allahs protection, which was a lovely sentiment, says Katie Hart, who photographed all of the events during the four-day celebration.

Omar agrees. The imam had me ask Sanyas permission to get married following the Islamic traditions. It was a beautiful ceremony, he says.

Although there was no dancing at the reception, which was held immediately after the ceremony, Sanya and Omar exchanged rings, Sanyas sisters performed funny skits, and guests ate plenty of Pakistani and Indian food.

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At the end, Sanyas family walked her out to the car as part of the rukhsati, which symbolizes the bride leaving one family and joining another.

Now I know why brides cry during their rukh-sati, says Sanya. Its so emotional.

As a surprise, the family had rented an antique car for the couple to make their getaway.

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The next day, in Columbia, Omars family hosted the couples gana, or song party, which is similar to the dholki, but includes both men and women.

One of the highlights was a song Omars father sang to his wife. Afterwards, he told us that we would love each other even more in 35 years than we do today, just like they did, says Omar. It was a touching moment.

After a large brunch at the grooms parents home on Lake Murray, it was time for the second reception, or valimah, which is hosted by the grooms family. Held at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, the event began with the new couple making a formal entrance.

Once we were there, we heard some amazing speeches from my dad, my uncles and even my sister, recalls Omar. Following a traditional cake ceremony, where the bride and groom feed bits of cake to each other and their families, the entertainment began.

After we danced our first dance, we watched the skits and dances my cousins and siblings had pre-pared, explains Omar. Then everyone danced.

By the end of the night, nearly everyone, including Sanyas father, who hadnt danced in 20 years, had taken a turn around the floor.

I didnt set out to have a big old dance party at my wedding, but I did, and it was so much fun, says Sanya.

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Realistically he chased me for four years, Lauren said with a smile. It wasnt until senior year when we were on a spring break trip to Disney World that I started asking myself why I wasnt dating him. I couldnt come up with a good reason.

The couple dated for another four years before Corey proposed one evening in May on Sanibel Island, Fla.

Corey kept talking about going to watch the sunset but it rained all day. I kept telling him there wasnt going to be a sunset, Lauren said. Were not a very romantic couple so I knew there had to be another reason he wanted to watch a sunset so bad.

But the rain cleared and the sky was beautiful as Corey dropped to one knee with a ring.

He told me he loved me so much and that he had a whole speech prepared but he was blanking on it right now, Lauren said with a laugh.

Natural, fun, casual. That was the kind of wed-ding Lauren knew she wanted the minute Corey asked her to marry him. Growing up in Bluffton, she loved the Lowcountrys natural beauty and she knew Honey Horn Plantation on Hilton Head Island was where she wanted to start their forever.

It was exactly what I was looking for in a venue. I wanted a different type of landscape and to be under the old mossy oak trees, she said.

To accentuate the natural beauty of the venue, Lauren knew she wanted to, in essence, create a casual garden party. More importantly, she

wanted her guests to be at ease. After all, Hilton Head is a place you go to relax, she said.

Lauren enlisted the expertise of event planner Leah McCarthy of Weddings with Leah to help make sense of her ideas.

I had a lot of ideas, but I didnt know how to implement them. With a wedding planner you get a sense of organization, said Lauren, who admits hiring a planner was a gift to herself and to her mother. I didnt want to make anyone feel like they had to work the day of my wedding unless they were being paid to work.

The couples wedding was truly a family affair. At the ceremony, wood signs made by Laurens parents invited guest to pick a seat, not a side. Coreys family created the programs, which in-cluded hand-colored flowers drawn by his mother. Laurens mom, a notary, signed their wedding license, and Coreys uncle married them.

Wine barrels served as tables for programs and

for rustic watering cans overflowing withpeach garden roses, coral peonies and white hydran-geas. The seven bridesmaids wore maxi dresses in coral and mint while the groomsmen wore charcoal gray tuxes with mint ties.

Being big fans of indie rock, Lauren walked down the aisle to Tonight, Tonight by The Smashing Pumpkins, and the couple shared their first dance to When The Stars Go Blue by Ryan Adams. During cocktail hour, instrumental indie rocked played while folks snacked on chicken and waffles, and pimento cheese salad.

When it was time for dinner, guests made their way to the pavilion for a buffet that included pulled pork, gouda mac and cheese, cornbread, coleslaw, a Lowcountry boil, and tomato feta cu-cumber salad. For dessert, Laurens cousin made three wedding cakes, which included a cinnamon roll cake with maple buttercream frosting, and an Oreo cake in memory of Laurens late grandfa-ther who loved the cookies.

Lauren said Savannah photographer Jerina Boylston of Jerina Mac Photography went out of her way to beautifully capture their special day.

She made a site visit months before to find the best places for pictures. She is truly dedicated to her work, Lauren said.

At the end of the night, Lauren and Corey were whisked away to the South end of the island where the party continued into the early morn-ing. The next day, guests gathered for brunch.

You get all of your family and friends together and you never know when youll see them again. We wanted to spend as much time as possible with them. It was perfect, Lauren said.

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Youve been planning and dreaming about your beautiful wedding for months. You can picture how the venue will look, how much your guests will enjoy the party, and how you and your partner will remember this precious day.

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Your color palette will play a striking role in the overall look. You can choose one, two or three colors to carry through your wedding. Select dif-ferent hues to add emphasis and to compliment the dcor.

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When envisioning the look and feel of your wedding, remember to plan within your budget. Your wedding venue design and style doesnt have to be expensive. A little dash of effort, a sprinkle of imagination and some patience will pay off big. Cel Floresca is the owner of Style To Bits, a fashion, lifestyle and events business based in Beaufort. www.styletobits.com.

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Beth Jesse&November 15, 2014

Country Club of Hilton Head

Diane Dodd Photography

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When Beth Georgopulos started thinking about her wedding, elop-ing to California sounded ideal.Im much more practical. I wanted to save money and elope. It was Jesse who wanted the big party, she said. I also wasnt sure we wanted to do a destination wedding.

But thats exactly the wedding she and husband Jesse Shallcross had, thanks in part to Beths persistent mom.

My mom really wanted to go through the planning process with me and she kept throwing out the idea of a Hilton Head wedding. I knew it would mean a lot to her, Beth said.

Chicago residents Beth and Jesse were dating just over two years before Jesse proposed in an elaborate scheme that was months in the making.

He created a fake invitation for a black-tie charity reception on June 28, 2014 and told Beth that his colleague Bob and his (fictional) wife had invited them over for champagne beforehand. When they arrived, there were candles, cham-pagne, and a heart of rose petals on the floor.

Jesse was so particular about making sure I was standing in the right place, facing the right way. It turns out the heart marked the spot where he first saw me at a housewarming party in the same apartment a few years before, said Beth, who admitted she was caught by surprise, first by the proposal, then by the fake ball, and also that Bob wasnt a colleague; he was the current tenant.

Before she knew it, Jesse got down on one knee and asked her to marry him.

I was in shock. Then my mom and Jesses mom popped out of the closet. It was wild, Beth said.

Beth always wanted a fall wedding so they set a date in November, giving her four months to plan.

I knew if I gave myself more time it would cost more, she said.

While Beth was happy to save a few pennies where she could, she spared no expense when it came to her dress.

I wanted something I would look beautiful in, she said, admitting that she probably tried on every style dress before finding her match: a strapless, incredibly fitted trumpet-style gown adorned with lace and beads. The dress had a sweetheart neckline and a taffeta sash with a beaded starburst just below the bust. To keep warm on the chilly November afternoon, Beth wore a white fur stole.

For Jesse, his must-haves were an exceptional photographer and videographer so he could share the day with his grandparents who couldnt make the trip. To capture their memories, the couple worked with Columbia videographer Josh Rainwater and Savannah wedding photographer Diane Dodd of Diane Dodd Photography.

Beth and Jesse were wonderful. They are defi-nitely made for each other, said Diane, whose photos captured the candidness of the couple and the liveliness of the days celebration.

Beth and Jesse exchanged vows in an early afternoon ceremony at Holy Family Catholic Church on Hilton Head and held an evening reception at the Country Club of Hilton Head. In the hours between, guests were invited to Beths parents home in Hilton Head Plantation to start the celebration a little early. Trolleys shuttled folks from each location.

At the country club, guests mixed and mingled before entering the grand ballroom for a sit-down dinner of filet mignon. For dessert, the couple ordered sheet cakes from a local grocery store and a small cake for their ceremonial cut. Literally.

When the cake arrived, it was so tiny. It was probably about 6-inches tall, Beth said with a laugh. When my dad gave the toast, he let every-one know that, we spared no expense, except for the cake. It became a running joke all night.

When the night was over, the Shall crossed Lovers left the club through a gauntlet of foam glow sticks. The next day, the couple held a Bears watch party with wings and beer.

It was amazing to have all of our friends and family in one place celebrating with us. It was a wonderful night, Beth said.

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At FACES DaySpa on Hilton Head Island, we see plenty of brides who want that perfect look on their wedding day. However, in the Lowcoun-try, keeping your makeup looking fresh all day can become a huge challenge. Here are a few tips to achieve that perfect look, even in the humidity.

START PREPPING IN ADVANCEThe earlier you get your skin on a proper regi-

men, the better. Brides-to-be should start seeing an Esthetician months in advance to set up regular facial appointments. Your Esthetician will be able to guide you towards products specifically for your skins needs.

HAVE A CONSULTATION Make an appointment to have a pre-wedding

consultation with your makeup artist. This will allow you to see what your makeup will look like ahead of time. The artist can test different founda-tions, eye shadows and other products so you get exactly the look you want. A consultation also is a good idea because it allows you to discuss any con-cerns you have and work out a plan ahead of time. This will help you both be more prepared for the big day.

TAME THE SHINE WITH SERUMSThere are many different serums that a makeup

artist can apply to help keep shine to a minimum. If your skin has a tendency to get oilier throughout the day, consider using our ShineFree Solution. The serum absorbs up to 400 times its weight in oil and the unique herbal blend helps prevent breakouts.

DONT BE AFRAID OF A LITTLE DRAMAEven if youre someone who always leans toward

a neutral and natural look, dont be afraid to try a look thats a little more dramatic for your wed-ding day. Pictures tend to wash people out, so your makeup should be a little heavier than usual.

CONSIDER AIRBRUSH MAKEUPAirbrush makeup is the ideal choice for wed-

dings and it has many benefits. Its lightweight and never looks cakey while still offering full cover-age. Airbrush makeup hides shine longer and wont budge while youre dancing the night away. Its also hypoallergenic.

AVOID MINERAL FOUNDATIONSMinerals are all the rage becuase of the way they

reflect light. But on your special day, when the cam-era flashes, it might make you look oily. If youre not using airbrush makeup, make sure the makeup you choose is made for photography. If youre do-ing your own makeup, opt for something matte.

With a little bit of preparation and the right makeup artist, you will be shining on your wed-ding day (in the right way) while your makeup stays flawless.

Amy Brinson is the general manager at FACES DaySpa on Hilton Head Island. FACES offers a comprehensive menu of spa services including massages, facials and pedicures. www.facesdayspa.com.

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Achieve radiant skin on your wedding dayBy Amy Brinson

Special to Carolina Bride

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Brittany Patrick&May 15, 2015

Hilton Head Marriott Resort & Spa

King Street Photo Weddings, Michel Berda

Love sparkles at the beach{ Hilton Head Island Bluffton Beaufort South Carolina }

According to Brittany Hart, the way she met her husband is part clich, part romantic comedy.We actually met in a bar. I dont usually go to bars, but I was out with friends celebrating a birth-day and we went into this one called Callahans on a whim. There was a Buckeyes game on and we started watching with a group of guys who were already there, she recalled. Thats when one of them introduced her to Patrick Wurm.

I remember thinking he was really handsome and sweet, she said. At the end of the night Patrick asked for her number.

Thinking I was being cute, I wrote my number on a napkin and slid it over to him like they do in the movies. He looked at the napkin, laughed and said Its 2013. Im just go-ing to put this in my phone, Brittany said with a laugh.

Three weeks later they had their first date.

I remember coming home and telling my mom that I was going to marry this guy. I just knew, she said.

Three months later Brittany, her son Jett, and Patrick moved in together. Six months later they bought their first house. Nine months later they were engaged.

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When it was time to plan their wedding, the Ohio couple ran into a common predicament: what to do about the growing guest list.

We started making our guest list and it was getting way out of hand. So we started looking into doing a destination wedding and keeping the guest list to immediate family and close friends which brought the list of 200 down to 45, Brittany said.

The couple called resorts in North Carolina and Virginia before making a connection with Stuart Davis, event coordinator at the Hilton Head Marriott Resort & Spa. The couple visited the island for the first time in November 2014 and immediately fell in love with the resort.

We knew right away this was the place, Brit-tany said. We wanted to do something simple with the beach in the background. Once we knew this was our venue, Stuart took care of the rest.

Brittany and Patrick wanted a wedding cen-tered around family and friends.

We didnt want anyone to feel stressed or

uncomfortable. We wanted everyone to have a good time, Brittany said.

Charged with preserving the big day was Charleston photographer Michel Berda of King Street Photo Weddings.

I always ask clients about the most impor-tant parts of the wedding day that they want me to capture. Right away Brittany said the wed-ding was about her son and the three of them becoming a family, Michel said.

Brittany and Patrick exchanged vows on the Bullhead Deck, a grassy overlook just steps from the ocean. The bridesmaids wore navy dresses and carried coral bouquets. The groomsmen sported dark gray suits with navy ties and coral boutonnieres. Brittany added a pop of color to her wedding dress with a coral Steve Madden suede pumps with 5-inch heels.

The flowers, including her bouquet which she bought on Etsy, were all fake. The crafty bride also made the centerpieces, which included burlap-wrapped boxes with coral and white hy-

drangeas atop chevron table runners.The Marriott supplied everything and they

had it set up so perfectly. We didnt have to worry about a thing, Brittany said.

After the ceremony, guests made their way to an upper deck for cocktails while the lawn was transformed for dinner. Guests enjoyed a plated meal of chicken and lobster with aspara-gus, potatoes and Caesar salads. Dancing and cupcakes from Carolina Cupcakes followed to a playlist meticulously crafted by Patrick. The couple had their first dance to Swept Away by The Avett Brothers and Brittany and her son shared a special dance to 93 Million Miles by Jason Mraz.

Looking back, Brittany wouldnt change a thing.We ate, we drank, we had fun with friends

and family, and the next day we went to the pool. It was great, Brittany said. Being stressed ruins the whole point of your wedding day. Youre there to marry your husband and thats all that matters.


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weddingsDEVINE

London and Lace Bridal BoutiquePhotos by Kevin Kyzer Photography

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W hen Kathryn Dinkins was planning her wedding in 2012, Columbia didnt have what she needed.I had my dress for the rehearsal made in Charleston, and I bought my wedding gown in Charlotte, said Dinkins, who opened Sash Bridesmaid Boutique off Devine Street in late 2013. I was on the road all the time.

Now, though, Midlands brides have another option. Sash is a member of the Devine Street Wedding District, a conglomeration of busi-nesses that offer wedding-focused services, all within a few blocks of one another.

Menswear store Brittons, registry boutique non(e)such and Pout, which sells luxury make-up and skin care services, have been on Devine Street for 19 years, 35 years and 14 years, respectively, but newcomers have made the corridor more of a wedding destination.

As several new stores and professionals serendipitously arrived on Devine Street last year, owners realized, This can be our niche catering to brides needs in a one-street

stop, said Susan Steiner, who handles mar-keting and brand development for Pout.

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Several members cited the November opening of London and Lace Bridal Boutique as the impetus for the dis-tricts formation, cementing the areas wed-ding focus but owner Lisa Kyzer is quick to say the district is the result of a collaborative effort.

Brides can park their cars and walk from vendor to vendor. That proximity and conve-nience just creates its own experience, said Beth Baxley of Pink Sorbet, the largest Lilly Pulitzer signature store in South Carolina.

If someone thinks, Where do I go to answer all these questions? you literally can go within a two-block radius, said Kevin Roberts, founder and principal at Vow, which offers officiant services and marriage planning.

In addition to convenience, youre going to get an incredible quality of service, Sashs Dinkins said.

She regularly sends her customers to

Brittons with swatch cards to match fabrics. Some brides have even run Sash dresses over to London and Lace to see bridesmaids dresses and wedding gowns side by side.

At Brittons, bow tie guru Lucky Levinson teaches grooms and their attendants how to tie bow ties, but recently, eight guys showed up an hour before the wedding needing help, he said. Brittons staff tied the bow ties and sent the wedding party on to the cere-mony. And that wasnt a one-time occur-rence, manager Perry Lancaster said.

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A few stores have begun small collab-orations; a Brittons mannequin sits inside Sashs entrance, for example, and the boutiques sometimes coordinate trunk shows. Kyzer said the group hopes to host bigger events in the future.

For now, members are focusing on refer-ring one another and becoming the go-to location in Columbia for wedding planning.

Were a destination, said Pink Sorbets Baxley. We have something unique to offer.

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BOHEMIAN HOMEYou could say were Colum-

bias most unique store, but that would only scratch the surface, Bohemian Homes website pro-claims.

Couples can register at Bohe-mian Home for furniture, dinner-ware by local potters, lighting, folk art and decor for the whole home.

And the inventory itself isnt all thats unique, according to officer Denise Cellier; couples registry files are full of photos.

We like to take pictures of the couple with the items they

want, she says. It makes for a fun file.

BRITTONSFrom the rehearsal duds, to

the wedding tuxedo, to the get-away outfit, Brittons is a single stop for grooms wedding cloth-ing.

With 62 years in the mens-wear business, Brittons has teamed up with the countrys largest tuxedo rental company and another six companies to provide a large selection of fab-rics for custom bow ties.

What we like to do is get in

the grooms tuxedo early, says resident bow tie expert Lucky Levinson. (Levinsons YouTube video, How to Tie a Bow Tie, has had more than 3.1 million views.) He can try it on, and there are no surprises.

Manager Perry Lancaster says Brackish Bow Ties are increasingly popular. The ties are handmade in South Caro-lina with hand-selected feath-ers from pheasants, peacocks, turkeys and more. Brittons was the first brick-and-mortar store to carry them.

CRAFT AND DRAFTWhat does a beer store do to

help couples get ready for the big day? Well, says Craft and Draft co-owner Andrew John-son, we get em drunk.

Hes mostly joking, but John-son, a newlywed himself, says relaxation is an important ingre-dient in wedding planning.

Craft and Draft is involved in several aspects of wedding planning, from filling bulk or-ders for receptions to supplying bridesmaids and groomsmens gifts -- growlers, build-your-own six-packs, T-shirts and more.

And with its location right in

the middle of the wedding dis-trict, Johnson says couples can stop by while they do their shopping. Cant decide on a dress? Need to mull over those bow ties? We give (couples) a place to take a break, Johnson says.

HOFP GALLERYTraditionally, HoFPs wed-

ding business centered on the bridal portrait, says owner Alice Perritt. But adding an upstairs gallery for art shows in 2003 turned the shop into a venue as well.

The gallery has hosted wed-dings, rehearsal dinners and showers; its plenty big enough for many weddings, but small enough to be intimate, Perritt says. In addition to the large gallery, the space has a food prep area, a lift and an outdoor terrace.

We may be Devine Streets best-kept secret! Perritt says.

LONDON AND LACE BRIDAL BOUTIQUE

London and Lace offers some-thing that was hard to find in Co-lumbia before its opening in No-vember, says owner Lisa Kyzer.

Photos by Kevin Kyzer Photography

Pout

DEVINE STREET WEDDING DISTRICT HIGHLIGHTS

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She carries upscale wedding gown brands Atelier, Lazaro and Alvina Valenta, among oth-ers, and while she enjoys walk-in customers, she recommends that brides make an appoint-ment. That way, Im completely focused on you, she says.

Trends this season include intricate lace backs, fit-to-flare silhouettes and soft, luscious fabrics, Kyzer says.

A lot of girls are getting mar-ried a little bit later, so were seeing sleeves coming back, she added.

NON(E)SUCHThe main business at

non(e)such is the bridal regis-try, says manager Margaret Bru-ton. The store carries fine china, everydayware, crystal, linens, glassware and more.

And after 35 years on Devine Street, Bruton says, her family is seeing brides whose mothers also registered at non(e)such. But registry items might differ a little across generations.

Were seeing a lot more casual entertaining as opposed to formal, she says. While many brides still register for fine china (Were in the South, and its tradition, Bruton says), pottery and dishwasher-safe options are becoming more popular.

Non(e)such customers dont sacrifice convenience for gift-givers by registering at a small business; the website lets wedding guests buy online, so non(e)such has had customers from all over the country.

PINK SORBETBrides options are endless

for incorporating Pink Sorbet finds into their wedding ward-robes.

The largest Lilly Pulitzer sig-nature store in South Carolina frequently outfits brides for par-ties, showers and particularly the honeymoon, but a few years ago, we had a Lilly wedding, says owner Beth Baxley.

Lilly dresses could also be perfect as print options for flow-er girls or for a mother of the bride attending a destination wedding. Theyre not the typi-cal mother-of-the-bride dress-es, she says.

POUTLuxury makeup and skincare

boutique Pout is moving into its new space (still on Devine Street) this summer, and brides will have more options.

Marketing coordinator Susan Steiner says the new space, planned with a beauty-lounge feel, features a separate room for wedding parties and brides to receive services from expert makeup artists in relative pri-vate. And a wedding skin care package can be tailored to a brides specific needs, allowing her to start perfecting her skin for her big day six months in advance.

Bridal makeup is trending

toward a natural, fresh face, Steiner says. (Brides) just really want to bring out their natural features.

SASH BRIDESMAID BOUTIQUE

Unlike many wedding- centered boutiques, the bride isnt the focus as Sash Brides-maid Boutique; her attendants are.

Colorful bridesmaids dresses line the walls, and tiny, sweet flower girl dresses hang in a corner beside a jewelry display that includes the Kate Spade bridesmaid line. One rack holds a few little white dresses that brides use for showers, the re-hearsal or the getaway.

Metallic colors are big this year, owner Kathryn Dinkins says, and so are convertible styles. She pulls out a gold dress with two panels in the front that can be tied to alter the neckline or form a sash. You can tie it a hundred different ways.

And Sashs prices are com-petitive, Dinkins says. I dont carry too many lines that are too outrageous.

VOWWhen looking for a wedding

officiant, many couples turn to religious leaders. But options are fewer for couples from dif-ferent faith traditions or couples who arent religious.

Thats where I come in when these people are in love and want to get married, says Kevin Roberts, founder and principal at Carolina Wedding Vow. I dont require that my clients be-lieve the same thing I do, nor that they even disclose the merits of their spiritual journey to me.

Roberts offers officiant servic-es, as well as a type of counsel-ing he calls marriage planning, which helps couples look at the emotional, spiritual, finan-cial and practical aspects of be-ing in a relationship to prepare for the lifetime after the wedding day.

Photos special to Carolina Bridenon(e)such

Kevin Roberts of Vow

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For special destination weddings, a travel agent can arrange award-win-ning beachfront resorts, unique cer-emony settings, value-added pack-ages, free wedding-planning services and chic honeymoon suites.

And after the wedding ceremony, you can immediately begin your honeymoon in the same special location no travel or delays as you begin your life together and start creat-ing memories that will last a lifetime.

Enjoy gourmet meals, elegant surround-ings, personalized service, beautiful grounds with flowers and tropical vegetation, world-class beaches, a variety of activities, and romantic surroundings.

And you can revisit that distinctive place to celebrate special anniversaries.

THE WEDDINGCreating a wedding at

a beautiful resort is easy. You will have the assis-tance of a wedding plan-

ner to help you choose

such things as your theme and colors, location (which could be beachside or in a garden, gazebo or chapel), table settings, menu, cake, flowers and music. When the big day comes, resort staff-ers will handle all the arrangements. You will not have to act as host and hostess but will be free to simply enjoy your day.

YOUR GUESTSYour guests typically stay at the resort for

three days prior to the wedding and then return home. If they wish to stay longer, the two of you may move to a nearby resort to have a private honeymoon. Your guests have the pleasure of enjoying a mini-vacation at a beautiful resort with all of the included food, drinks and activities as they celebrate with you the beginning of your new life together. This is a perfect time to enjoy activities and bond with your family and friends.

NO WORRIESA traditional wedding can be very expen-

sive. Many resorts include complimentary weddings when you book the honeymoon, so all you pay for is the honeymoon. Going to an all-inclusive resort means that your food,

drinks and activities are included. You may want to add some things like a

private oceanside candlelit dinner, a cou-ples massage, or a tour off-property, but other than that, your expenses are paid and you need not worry about your budget.

Also, the planning process and execution of a local wedding is more complicated and stressful than for a destination wedding.

GETTING HELPA travel agent is your best resource for

selecting your wedding location and guiding you through travel decisions.

An agent who specializes in destination weddings and honeymoons will have a wealth of information, advice and support to help you every step of the way. Their fees are paid by the vendors, so their help and expertise is free to you. Sometimes, they can even get exclusive offers and amenities.

On the wedding day, the resort staff makes sure everything goes smoothly, letting you relax and enjoy your day together.

Eileen Nason, CTC, is a destination wedding specialist at Travel Leaders of Columbia.

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Calico Photography

Meredith Taylor married Kenny Ard on May 30 at Lake Wateree. They live in

Columbia.

Joshua Aaron Photography

Monica West and Jerrod Wingard were married April 19 at Mount Horeb

United Methodist Church in Lexington; their reception followed at 701 Whaley.

They live in Lexington.

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Unique indoor,outdoor and gardenvenues for ceremonies,receptions andrehearsal dinners.

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Palmetto Duo

Patty Hallman Photography

Neva Loftis Photography

Joshua Aaron Photography

Calico Photography

Flower girls twirl at the wedding of Lindsey LaRocque and Bradley Randolph on May 16 at the McCutchen House on the University of South Carolina campus. They live in Columbia.

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clockwise from top:

Hillary Thackston and Stephen Carlson were

married Oct. 18, 2014 at the Thackstons home

outside of Orangeburg. The couple live in Texas.

Carrie Taylor and Jonathan Key were

married May 23 at the State House; a reception

followed at Capital City Club. They live in

Lexington.

Megan Catoe and Tyler McElroy were married

Oct. 25, 2014 at the Palmetto Collegiate

Institute in Lexington.

Molly Pittenger and Cliff Nations were married April 11 at The Farm at

Ridgeway.

Palmetto Duo

Patty Hallman Photography

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Reception Venues403 North Lake 403 North Lake Drive, Lexington historic home with 1.5 acres of English gardensContact Marcie Huber or Rodney Huber [email protected] 403northlake.com 803-808-2992

701 Whaley 701 Whaley St., Columbia flexible space for large and small eventsContact Tom Chinn www.701whaley.com 803-771-0101

Agape Conference Center 1622 Main St., Columbia restored historic conference centerContact Nanushka Kraus [email protected] www.michaelscafecatering.com 803-528-9556

The Big Apple 1000 Hampton St., Columbia banquet [email protected] www.historiccolumbia.org 803-252-7742, ext. 11

Ariels Special Events Facility 1734 Mobile Ave., West Columbia banquet hall with on-site [email protected] arielsspecialevents.com 803-936-0505

Brookland Baptist 1066 Sunset Blvd., West ColumbiaContact Marnie Robinson or Monique Flowers www.brooklandbaptist.org 803-744-7909 or 803-744-7927

Buck Ridge Plantation 231 Gundog Trail, Neeses banquet hall, covered veranda, gazebo, and picturesque lakeContact Melissa Clarke www.buckridge.com 803-531-8408

Capital City Club Capitol Center, 1201 Main St., Columbia ballroomContact Pamela Richards www.capitalcolumbia.com 803-256-2000

City Art 1224 Lincoln St., Columbia art galleryContact Wendy Wells www.cityartonline.com 803-252-3613

Clarion Hotel Downtown 1615 Gervais St., Columbia ballroom and smaller banquet roomsContact Stacee Davenport www.clarionhotelcolumbia.com 803-771-8711

The Club at Rawls Creek 2121 Lake Murray Blvd., Columbia banquet space and outdoor pavilionContact Jessica Duncan www.golfrawlscreek.com 803-781-0114

Columbia Conference Center 169 Laurelhurst Ave., Columbia conference centerContact Martha Reid www.columbiameetings.com 803-772-9811

Columbia Country Club 135 Columbia Club Drive West, Blythewood wedding ceremony and reception venue with full-service cateringContact Heather Lathrop [email protected] www.columbiacountryclub.com 803-754-8100

Columbia Museum of Art 1515 Main St., Columbia museum, lobby, atrium, conference room, terrace and exterior patioContact Special Events Office www.columbiamuseum.org 803-343-2212

Corley Mill House and Garden 221 Corley Mill Road, Lexington home with garden spaceContact Sheila Hall or Stephanie Hall [email protected] www.corleymillhouse.com 803-957-1818

Courtyard Columbia Downtown at USC 630 Assembly St., Columbia banquet spaceContact events manager www.marriott.com 803-726-1603

Doubletree by Hilton 2100 Bush River Road, Columbia elegant event space with a Southern touchContact Norine Morris [email protected] www.columbiasouthcarolina.doubletree.com 803-744-0141

EdVenture Childrens Museum 211 Gervais St., Columbia museum, outdoor terrace, galleriesContact Theresa Dozier [email protected] www.edventure.org 803-400-1151

Embassy Suites Columbia-Greystone Hotel 200 Stoneridge Drive, Columbia two ballroomsContact Alexa Wegner [email protected] columbiagreystone.embassysuites.com 803-252-8700

EventUs, LLC 709 Woodrow St., Suite 307, ColumbiaContact Annette Hoover 803-608-2242

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A sampling of sites for weddings and receptions near the Midlands

The Farm at Ridgeway 3248 U.S. 21 South, Ridgeway rustic reception hall with outdoor ceremony [email protected] www.facebook.com/pages/The-Farm-at-Ridgeeway/57371956941

Fort Jackson Officers Club 3630 Semmes Road, Columbia outdoor wedding venues and elegant reception spaceContact Carol Neal www.fortjacksonmwr.com/o_club 803-782-8761 or 803-751-4906

Fripp Island Resort 2119 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena indoor/outdoor facilities including screened Creek House and Beach PavilionContact Group Sales Department www.frippislandresort.com 888-741-8974

Gibson Commons 140 Gibson Road, Suite C, Lexington ballroom and outdoor gazeboContact Amanda Kammer www.gibsoncommons.com 803-358-7122

Hampton-Preston Mansion & Gardens 1615 Blanding St., Columbia mansion and [email protected] www.historiccolumbia.org 803-252-7742, ext. 11

Hilton Garden Inn 434 Columbiana Drive, Columbia ballroomContact events manager www.hiltongardeninn.com 803-407-6640

Historic Lace House at the Governors Mansion 800 Richland St., Columbia historic home with garden areaContact Michelle Langdon [email protected] www.lacehouse.sc.gov 803-737-2235

HoFP Gallery 2828 Devine St., Columbia art gallery and outdoor terraceContact Alice Perritt [email protected] www.hofpgallery.com 803-799-7405

Inn at USC 1619 Pendleton St., Columbia elegant boutique hotel on USCs historic campusContact Ashley Foster www.innatusc.com 803-231-3606

The Lake House at Lake Carolina 100 Lake Carolina Blvd., Columbia open-air space with screen windows and doorsContact Julia Burley [email protected] www.columbialakehouse.com 803-461-0915

Leaside 100 E. Exchange Place, Columbia ballroom, Florida room and secluded patioContact Alex Cebry www.thesouthernway.com 803-783-9136

Lourie Center 1650 Park Circle, Columbia flexible space in Five Points with two ballrooms and six classroomslouriecentersc.com 803-779-1971

The Manor at Doko Meadows 100 Alvina Hagood Circle, Blythewood banquet and reception rooms and a lakeside pergolawww.townofblythewoodsc.gov 803-754-0501

Marriott, Downtown 1200 Hampton St., Columbia two ballrooms and a tremendous two-story atriumContact sales director www.marriott.com 803-771-7000

McCutchen House University of South Carolina campus, Columbia restored home with Horseshoe as backdropContact Carolina Catering sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/hrsm/for_the_community/mccutchen_house_dining 803-777-7919

The Medallion Center 7309 Garners Ferry Road, Columbia banquet space with pavilion, grand ballroom, salons and spacious entryContact Brandi Owens www.medallionconferencecenter.com 803-256-1222

Robert Mills House and Gardens 1616 Blanding St., Columbia house and [email protected] www.historiccolumbia.org 803-252-7742, ext. 11

Millstone at Adams Pond 5301 Bluff Road, Columbia home with tentable areas, covered back porches and dining roomsContact Alex Cebry www.thesouthernway.com 803-783-1061

Mitchell House and Gardens 421 North Lake Drive, Lexington historic home with covered patio pavilion; full-service facilityContact Phyllis James www.mitchellhouseandgardens.com 803-359-5325

Mossy Oaks Farm 2986 S.C. 174, Edisto Island creekfront pecan [email protected] www.mossy-oaks.com 803-414-2898

403 North Lake 403 North Lake Drive, Lexington historic home with 1.5 acres of English gardensContact Marcie Huber or Rodney Huber [email protected] 403northlake.com 803-808-2992

701 Whaley 701 Whaley St., Columbia flexible space for large and small eventsContact Tom Chinn www.701whaley.com 803-771-0101

Agape Conference Center 1622 Main St., Columbia restored historic conference centerContact Nanushka Kraus [email protected] www.michaelscafecatering.com 803-528-9556

The Big Apple 1000 Hampton St., Columbia banquet [email protected] www.historiccolumbia.org 803-252-7742, ext. 11

Ariels Special Events Facility 1734 Mobile Ave., West Columbia banquet hall with on-site [email protected] arielsspecialevents.com 803-936-0505

Brookland Baptist 1066 Sunset Blvd., West ColumbiaContact Marnie Robinson or Monique Flowers www.brooklandbaptist.org 803-744-7909 or 803-744-7927

Buck Ridge Plantation 231 Gundog Trail, Neeses banquet hall, covered veranda, gazebo, and picturesque lakeContact Melissa Clarke www.buckridge.com 803-531-8408

Capital City Club Capitol Center, 1201 Main St., Columbia ballroomContact Pamela Richards www.capitalcolumbia.com 803-256-2000

City Art 1224 Lincoln St., Columbia art galleryContact Wendy Wells www.cityartonline.com 803-252-3613

Clarion Hotel Downtown 1615 Gervais St., Columbia ballroom and smaller banquet roomsContact Stacee Davenport www.clarionhotelcolumbia.com 803-771-8711

The Club at Rawls Creek 2121 Lake Murray Blvd., Columbia banquet space and outdoor pavilionContact Jessica Duncan www.golfrawlscreek.com 803-781-0114

Columbia Conference Center 169 Laurelhurst Ave., Columbia conference centerContact Martha Reid www.columbiameetings.com 803-772-9811

Columbia Country Club 135 Columbia Club Drive West, Blythewood wedding ceremony and reception venue with full-service cateringContact Heather Lathrop [email protected] www.columbiacountryclub.com 803-754-8100

Columbia Museum of Art 1515 Main St., Columbia museum, lobby, atrium, conference room, terrace and exterior patioContact Special Events Office www.columbiamuseum.org 803-343-2212

Corley Mill House and Garden 221 Corley Mill Road, Lexington home with garden spaceContact Sheila Hall or Stephanie Hall [email protected] www.corleymillhouse.com 803-957-1818

Courtyard Columbia Downtown at USC 630 Assembly St., Columbia banquet spaceContact events manager www.marriott.com 803-726-1603

Doubletree by Hilton 2100 Bush River Road, Columbia elegant event space with a Southern touchContact Norine Morris [email protected] www.columbiasouthcarolina.doubletree.com 803-744-0141

EdVenture Childrens Museum 211 Gervais St., Columbia museum, outdoor terrace, galleriesContact Theresa Dozier [email protected] www.edventure.org 803-400-1151

Embassy Suites Columbia-Greystone Hotel 200 Stoneridge Drive, Columbia two ballroomsContact Alexa Wegner [email protected] columbiagreystone.embassysuites.com 803-252-8700

EventUs, LLC 709 Woodrow St., Suite 307, ColumbiaContact Annette Hoover 803-608-2242

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Orangeburg Country Club 2745 Griffith Drive, Orangeburg grand ballroom, banquet facilities and scenic ceremony optionsContact Lauren Gray www.orangeburgcc.com 803-531-9673

Palmetto Collegiate Institute and Leonard L. Price Gardens 104 Hendrix St., Lexington renovated school and gardensContact Jennifer Dowden www.lexsc.com 803-356-8238

Pine Island Club 331 Pine Island Road, Columbia reception hall on Lake Murray803-781-6491

River Center at Saluda Shoals Park 5605 Bush River Road, Columbia park area, conference center and wedding gazeboContact Jennifer Cantey (River Center) or Angie Senn (outdoor space) www.icrc.net 803-731-5208

The River Road & Jasmine Houses and Gardens 2204 North Lake Drive, Columbia homes with garden spaceContact Sarah Christmus or Elizabeth Christmus www.riverroadjasmine.net 803-315-4953 or 803-781-3315

Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens 500 Wildlife Parkway, Columbia botanical gardens, unique animal houses, Magnolia Room, Ndoki [email protected] www.riverbanks.org/planyourevent 803-602-0900

Seawells 1125 Rosewood Drive, Columbia banquet hallContact Cal Seawell www.seawellscateringsc.com 803-771-7385

Seibels House and Garden 1601 Richland St., Columbia house and [email protected] www.historiccolumbia.org 803-252-7742, ext. 11

Senates End 316 Senate St., Columbia hall, manor house, reception area and garden in unique Vista location on the Congaree [email protected] duprecatering.com 803-748-4144

South Carolina State House 1100 Gervais St., Columbia grounds, gardens, steps and rotundaContact State House events coordinator [email protected] 803-737-3880

South Carolina State Museum 301 Gervais St., Columbia lobbies, mezzanine, vista room, Palmetto Gallery, Congaree RoomContact Margaret Farish [email protected] www.museum.state.sc.us 803-898-4901

Spring Valley Country Club 300 Spring Valley Road, Columbia country club and reception venueContact Rhonda Schock Stone [email protected] www.springvalleycc.com 803-788-3080

Springdale House and Gardens 3150 Platt Springs Road, West Columbia house and garden pavilionContact Kathy Wright facebook.com/pages/The-Historic-Springdale-House-and-Gardens/246450802864 803-794-5557

Stone River 121 Alexander Road, West Columbia event venue, wedding planningContact Patti Ginther or Lindsay Colvin facebook.com/StoneRiverColumbia 803-727-8047

T&S Farm 3500 Pond Branch Road, Leesville banquet hall with beautiful groundsContact Sherrie Shealy [email protected] tsfarmweddings.blogspot.com 803-532-8135, ext. 213

Wavering Place Plantation 427 Adams Hayne Road, Eastover house and [email protected] waveringplaceplantation.com 803-269-7761

The Windermere Club 1101 Longtown Road East, Blythewood ballroom and patio on golf courseContact Bill Chandler www.windermereclubsc.com 803-786-6088

Wintergreen Woods 1032 Corley Mill Road, Lexington reception hall, covered veranda and two courtyardsContact Casey Covell or Dixie Covell www.wintergreenwoods.com 803-957-8888

Woodlands Country Club 100 Norse Way, Columbia private dining rooms and banquet spaceContact Derrick Owens www.woodlandscc.com 803-602-0253

Woodrow Wilson Family Home 1705 Hampton St., Columbia house and [email protected] www.historiccolumbia.org 803-252-7742, ext. 11

To request that a venue be included in future publications, or to update information for a venue listed here, contact [email protected].

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Orangeburg Country Club 2745 Griffith Drive, Orangeburg grand ballroom, banquet facilities and scenic ceremony optionsContact Lauren Gray www.orangeburgcc.com 803-531-9673

Palmetto Collegiate Institute and Leonard L. Price Gardens 104 Hendrix St., Lexington renovated school and gardensContact Jennifer Dowden www.lexsc.com 803-356-8238

Pine Island Club 331 Pine Island Road, Columbia reception hall on Lake Murray803-781-6491

River Center at Saluda Shoals Park 5605 Bush River Road, Columbia park area, conference center and wedding gazeboContact Jennifer Cantey (River Center) or Angie Senn (outdoor space) www.icrc.net 803-731-5208

The River Road & Jasmine Houses and Gardens 2204 North Lake Drive, Columbia homes with garden spaceContact Sarah Christmus or Elizabeth Christmus www.riverroadjasmine.net 803-315-4953 or 803-781-3315

Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens 500 Wildlife Parkway, Columbia botanical gardens, unique animal houses, Magnolia Room, Ndoki [email protected] www.riverbanks.org/planyourevent 803-602-0900

Seawells 1125 Rosewood Drive, Columbia banquet hallContact Cal Seawell www.seawellscateringsc.com 803-771-7385

Seibels House and Garden 1601 Richland St., Columbia house and [email protected] www.historiccolumbia.org 803-252-7742, ext. 11

Senates End 316 Senate St., Columbia hall, manor house, reception area and garden in unique Vista location on the Congaree [email protected] duprecatering.com 803-748-4144

South Carolina State House 1100 Gervais St., Columbia grounds, gardens, steps and rotundaContact State House events coordinator [email protected] 803-737-3880

South Carolina State Museum 301 Gervais St., Columbia lobbies, mezzanine, vista room, Palmetto Gallery, Congaree RoomContact Margaret Farish [email protected] www.museum.state.sc.us 803-898-4901

Spring Valley Country Club 300 Spring Valley Road, Columbia country club and reception venueContact Rhonda Schock Stone [email protected] www.springvalleycc.com 803-788-3080

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