Southern Bride Magazine - Summer/Fall 2018

In this issue

2018 is the year of the WOMAN, and the owners and staff of Southern Bride decided to dedicate this issue to shine a light on many women from all backgrounds and ages, who have ‘Influenced & Inspired’.
WEDDING GOWNS: Discover what inspired nine influential, female designers from all over the world throughout the pages of our gown fashion feature as we traveled to the eclectic location of Galveston, Oh! Galveston, Texas.
BRIDESMAIDS: Turn now to our Bridesmaid Fashion and allow us to introduce you to 9 beautiful, strong young women. What started out as an event for #SouthernBrideInspires, ended up with these young women truly Influencing and Inspiring us to create this issue.
CELEBRITY WEDDINGS: Youtube sensation and beauty influencer, Casey Holmes, as well as Ben Selecman and Mattie Jackson, daughter of Country Music Star and Icon, Alan Jackson will truly inspire you with their romantic, fairytale weddings.
BE INSPIRED: From Breakfast at Tiffany’s to a Low Country Love Affair, pore over the styled shoots created by creative, passionate vendors who want to inspire you and your wedding planning. Trust us; you will be gushing over the gorgeous details!
INFLUENCER: Lauren Bush Lauren, founder of FEED (and the Granddaughter of the 41st President and daughter-in-law of Ralph Lauren) shares how she merged and developed her passion for design into a way to give back and fight world hunger.
INFLUENCER: Amsale Aberra, known as the inventor of the modern wedding dress, sadly passed away this year. An icon in her industry, she was one of the first black female designers to operate a multi-million dollar fashion business and her legacy will live on and continue to inspire future designers and brides.
THE HONEYMOON: Allow your romantic heart to be excited and invigorated as you travel the globe in the pages of our Romantic Destinations. You’ll be ready to plan your honeymoon or next vacation once you’ve seen all of the dreamy destinations!