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Happy Weekend // Around The Web

September 11, 2015

Happy Weekend! Today marks the start of Fall wedding season here in Charleston, even if it is still 90 outside! I hope you enjoy the links we’ve rounded up for you this week. And if your a wedding vendor, don’t forget to enter our Instagram contest to win a sidebar ad for TWO months on BOTH Coastal Bride and Classic Bride!

Fall is right around the corner and I’ve been thinking of making these again soon!
Loving this vibrant take on Fall florals.
This Southern wedding is full on classic details and monograms!
In case you missed it: Will You Be My Bridesmaid Pinatas + Little Neck Engagement
Looking for engagement style inspiration? Don’t miss our growing Pinterest board!
A recipe for your weekend.
This unique glitter shark tooth DIY would make a fun groomsmen gift!
A song for your weekend.

Happy Weekend // Around The Web

August 21, 2015

Happy Weekend! Can you believe we are already heading in to Fall? Most mornings I start with a leisurely bike ride down to the water and this week I was so surprised to already find school buses whizzing by full of kids. This year it feels like summer just flew by! Enjoy your weekend and don’t forget to take a peek at the fun links below!

A stunning intimate Fall wedding.
Most of you have probably already seen this but if not – watch this epic wedding dance!
How to apply blush perfectly every time.
What to wear on a first date.
A laid back Colorado wedding at Devil’s Thumb Ranch.
The 5 best beach reads!

Happy Weekend // Around The Web

July 24, 2015

Happy Weekend! It’s been a bit of a quiet week around here but that doesn’t mean we weren’t busy behind the scenes. We have lots of pretty coming to the blog next week but until then, enjoy the links we’ve rounded up below!

If I were to plan my perfect reception it would look pretty similar to this colorful Cuban affair.
I’m in love with these wooden signs. There are so many ways you could use them in a wedding!
A healthy recipe to try this weekend … just kidding, wait until you see it!
DIY calligraphy cake topper.
Tips for hosting a housewarming party.
I adore Gal Meets Glam’s girly style and this sweet outfit is just perfection!
A song for your weekend.

Preppy Coastal Charleston Wedding // Julia + Kyle

July 15, 2015

Here at Coastal Bride we get pretty excited over anything nautical. Well today’s gorgeous wedding full of preppy coastal details and emotional images by Ellis Photo Studio stopped us in our tracks. The couple diy-ed the majority of their wedding giving it a personal touch. From the driftwood place cards the bride lovingly collected over the year to the ceremony arch of cotton and driftwood which the groom handmade, impressively without using any nails or power tools! A-Lisk Events perfectly planned this Charleston affair at the Creek Club at I’on and we promise the beaming images below will leave you grinning from ear to ear!

Photographer: Ellis Photo Studio // Venue: The Creek Club at I’on, Mt. Pleasant, SC // Planner: A-Lisk Events // Florals: OK Florist // Gown: Pronovias via Gown Boutique of Charleston // Cake: Andrea Upchurch // Band: Soul Fish // Makeup: Jonny Cosmetics

A Seabrook Island Engagement // Melissa + Kevin

May 20, 2015

Seabrook Island is the secret gem of Charleston. The sister island to Kiawah it is a tucked away oasis of palm trees and white sand beaches. The talented team at Ellis Photo Studio captured this couples engagement to perfection including all of the lush greenery and beauty of the island.

Photography: Ellis Photo Studio

Happy Weekend // Around The Web

April 10, 2015

Happy Weekend! I’m kicking off a weekend full of weddings and it looks to be a warm and pretty one here in Charleston! I hope you have fun plans for the weekend but first, don’t forget to visit these links!

You won’t want to miss this dreamy coastal inspiration from St. Lucia!
Warning this gorgeous Amalfi Coast elopement may just make you want to buy a one way ticket!
A writer goes a year without makeup.
Are you planning a spring wedding? Use this helpful style guide to find out what flowers are in bloom!
3 simple DIY hairstyles to get you through wedding season.
I can’t get enough of this adorable couple and the brides stunning gown.
A song for your weekend.

Glamorous Waterfront Engagement // Braylee + Scott

April 6, 2015

There’s no better way to start the week than with some gorgeous inspiration and today’s engagement is just that! Erica Akroyd Photography captured this couple along the marsh of Saint Marys, Georgia. With a glittering Rent The Runway gown and sweeping oak trees Braylee and Scott’s engagement is the perfect mix of elegant and outdoorsy.

Photographer: Erica Akroyd Photography // Location: Private Residence and St. Marys Waterfront, Saint Marys, GA // Gown: Rent the Runway

Easter Pink Wedding Inspiration

March 30, 2015

I love the color pink for spring as it adds the perfect feminine look to any decor. Bring in the bright tones of the season with blush, pink and rose details. From napkins to a blushing pink bouquet there are so many subtle ways to incorporate this seasonal color into your spring wedding!

Images: (Clockwise Top to Bottom) Chairs: Kristen Lynne Photography via Elizabeth Anne Designs // Pink Wall: Harwell Photography via 100 Layer Cake // Cake: Tiffany Egbert Photography via Wedding Chicks // Couple with Bicycle: Anne Robert Photography via Style Me Pretty // Bouquet: Ryan Ray Photography via Magnolia Rouge // Table Setting: Peaches & Mint Photography via Hey Wedding Lady

Happy Weekend // Around The Web

March 27, 2015

Happy weekend! I had a fun week playing model for a pretty styled shoot by Kelly Dellinger and Amy Nicole Photography. Make sure you catch a few sneak peeks over on our Instagram account. Next week is Coastal Bride’s two year anniversary and we still have not figured out how to celebrate! Any ideas? Hope you enjoy the weekend!

Looking for Easter DIY ideas? I don’t think it gets cuter than this bunny DIY.
Who doesn’t love breakfast? I sure do and I love this idea of a brunch wedding!
In case you missed it – Simple Easter place setting + a bright spring wedding
The prettiest waffles you’ll ever eat!
Totally swooning over this chic watercolor wedding!
Eclectic home inspiration – I’m loving the mix of patterns.
DIY brunch macaroons, need I say more?

Happy Weekend // Around The Web

March 20, 2015

Happy Weekend! Wedding season is in full swing here in Charleston! It’s been a busy week full of styled spring shoots and pre wedding events. Hope your weekend is fun and full of warm weather!

Pastel spring wedding inspiration featuring the most gorgeous cake!
7 Budget friendly tips for throwing a bachelorette party.
Jewel toned wedding inspiration.
Can you beat a wedding crashed by Maroon 5?
Spring wedding tablescape inspiration – can you tell spring is on our mind?
A song for your weekend.

Happy Weekend // Around The Web

March 13, 2015

In addition to our link roundup this week we are hosting a giveaway for a pair of tickets to the 4th Charleston Big Fake Wedding on April 15th!

An absolutely drool worthy spring wedding inspiration shoot.
nom nom nom I want to eat this!
A simple yet elegant Lithuanian wedding.
The cutest wedding tea towel invitations.
Gorgeous gold sequin wedding inspiration in Bali.
Perhaps the sweetest proposal ever.
A song for your weekend.

Happy Weekend // Around The Web

March 6, 2015

Happy weekend! Spring is slowly starting to arrive in Charleston and just in time for the Food and Wine Festival this weekend! Hope you all have fun plans for the next few days and if you’re getting more snow, cheer up sunshine is not too far away!

This is one cool dessert wedding!
Dreamy Antelope Island bridals.
Copper is making a major statement in weddings this year and there are SO many fun DIY’s you can do!
In case you missed it – DIY stamped forks + A mint wedding
Who wouldn’t want to receive this Birthday party in a box!
A gorgeous Southern wedding at Atalaya Castle in South Carolina.
A colorful Bollywood themed wedding in California.
How to make a summery naked cake!
A song for your weekend.

Happy Weekend // Around The Web

December 5, 2014

Happy Weekend! The 3rd Charleston Big Fake Wedding (formally The Not Wedding) is this Sunday at The Rice Mill in downtown Charleston. We will again be doing an Instagram roundup after the event so make sure to # your images to be included! Check out our last roundup here. And if you’re attending the event, come say hi!

In case you missed it, we’re over on The Everygirl!

5 creative gift wrapping ideas for the Holidays!

This recipe looks ridiculously yummy.

Winter has just started and my hair is already a mess but I’m looking forward to trying these tips!

I can’t be the only one really looking forward to this movie.

Well this is adorable.

A song for your weekend.

Happy Weekend // Around The Web

October 31, 2014

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Today is one of my favorite holidays! (Second only to the 4th of July… I mean fireworks? Yes, please!) I can’t wait to hand out candy tonight and see all of the cute princesses, werewolves and superheros wandering the streets. It was an exciting week for Coastal Bride as we were featured on two blogs I admire, The Everygirl and The Boss Mag. Hope you have some spooky plans for the weekend!

A wedding featuring a rose bar? Yes please!

Two adorable Fall outfits that won’t break the bank!

The most perfect monogrammed clutches for your bridesmaids!

A peach ranch wedding you just have to see.

I adore this bohemian dinner party.

A song for your weekend.

Happy Weekend // Around The Web

September 5, 2014

A bright and colorful New Zealand wedding via Grey Likes

Top 10 stylish grooms via Brooklyn Bride

A to die for summer camp wedding

How cute are these mini pinatas?

I made these blueberry pancakes last weekend and that just might have to happen again!

Dreamy English garden wedding via Elizabeth Anne Designs

Vanilla + Coconut boozy dessert for your weekend via A Fabulous Fete

A song for your weekend

The 2nd Charleston Not Wedding Video

July 27, 2014

I’m loving this video from James McCoy Films of The 2nd Charleston NotWedding. It perfectly encompasses the fun of the event and the whole idea of The NotWedding. Can you spot yourself in the video? I know I saw a familiar face at 3:40!

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