Become a Princess or ‘Queen for the Day’ at your wedding. We explore these thoughts and ideas with some stately styles and designs at our Southern Bride fashion shoot. It didn’t take long for us to pick out one of the most stately, locations to enhance these desires. The Greenbrier located in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia is a National Historic Landmark, and has been opening its doors to Presidents, royalty and celebrities since 1778. Today the resort is known as America’s Resort and the designs of Dorothy Draper live on. Walk through time with us as you view stunning gowns of talented designers of today.
 
Within our Real Wedding pages, you will find some of those traditions still in place from the Bulgarian wedding of Lana and Rusev, wearing crowns at the ceremony, to the truly artistic designs set forth from our own Art Director, Lindsey Cross at her nuptials to Jeff Lee at another historic landmark, The Hunt-Phelan Home in Memphis, Tennessee.
For some professional advice, renowned jewelry designer Kendra Scott shares some of her inspirations stemming from her own wedding day as well as her love for antique and vintage designs while event designer and lifestyle expert, Mindy Weiss gives some pointers about planning for today’s Southern Brides.

In this issue our fashion shoot incorporates some incredibly talented real-life ballet dancers to model magnificent gowns created by talented designers. Let your eye see ‘the art’ in every feature from our tips on shoes and make-up, to the swoon worthy travel locations full of old world charm and romantic honeymoon hotspots.

Most of us know these sweet lyrics, “I swear, this is perfect...Come kiss me one more time” to the hit song, “Heaven” by Country Music sensation, Kane Brown. We are overjoyed to share the heavenly details from Katelyn Jae and Kane’s Tennessee wedding! 

Dreams really do come true and you’ll see it for yourself with the wedding day details from NFL’s Derek Watt and his lovely bride, Gabrielle Justin. (Psst...look for Derek’s big brother, best man and fellow NFL star, JJ Watt!)  

If you love Carrie Bradshaw, then you will love Sarah Jessica Parker’s dream team from her shoe line, SJP Collection, shares the heart and ‘sole’ behind this eye catching brand and the artistic details that set this shoe line apart from all the rest. 

We’re breaking down b-e-a-utiful big day looks for the Mother of The Bride (or Groom). Then, feast your eyes on The Fine Art of Fashion where you will see beautiful ballet forms and fine wedding styles collide. 

Be inspired by the details of a romantic renewal of vows in the heart of South Carolina to Statuesque Style in Texas. These vendors submitted inspiration shoots are sure to enchant each and every bride-to-be. 

Wedding planning would not be complete without checking your dream destination off your list! If you’re still on the hunt for that perfect destination wedding location or honeymoon hotspot, then you will love the locations we’ve shared across the globe. 


Wanderlust: A strong desire to travel. (Source: oxforddictionaries.com)
Our team finds inspiration in a number of things, including travel, which leads us to selecting Wanderlust as the theme for this issue. From weddings here in the South and across the country, to the Southern Bride team jet setting to Jamaica for a full week on location at Sandals Resorts for our fashion shoot, to the dreamy destinations we’ve shared in our Travel section. Let the beauty and wonder found on these pages take you on a magical journey as you plan your dream wedding and honeymoon! 

“This is it, this is now...” The lyrics to Scotty McCreery’s hit song says it all and we are honored to share his beautiful North Carolina wedding to wife, Gabi Dugal and all the sweet details from their big day. Fall in love with this wedding and more magical Real Weddings in this issue.  

If you watch NBC’s hit show ‘Making It’ then you will recognize our Influencer, Dayna Isom Johnson, Etsy’s Trend Expert and a judge on the show. We are delighted to have her share how and why Etsy has become THE place where brides and grooms go to search for unique, handmade decor and designs to make their wedding truly one-of-a-kind. 

Check out the Insta-Worthy Honeymoon Wear for the Mr. and the Mrs. and even your gal pals when setting off for a girl’s only getaway. From designer eveningwear, sexy swimsuits, trendy dive gear and effortless styles for every excursion, you’ll be resort wear ready after you see these looks. 
 
Dive into the dapper and delightful wedding day styles from our Fashion Shoot on location at Sandals Resorts in Jamaica. From casual and beach chic to classic and cool, we’re certain you’ll love these Wanderlust Designs.

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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!

In this issue we have featured some truly fabulous Real Weddings across the South and beyond, including the stunning wedding of Olympic Gold Medalist and figure skater, Tara Lipinski. Feast your eyes on this fabulous, fairytale wedding! (Pstt. . .  Look for her bestie and fellow Olympic Champ, Johnny Weir, who was by her side throughout the magical day.)
 
High fashion called us to Highlands, North Carolina where we shot on location in the Blue Ridge Mountains.  Amidst wind, rain and power outages due to Hurricane Irma, our crew paraded in ponchos saying, "The show must go on," and it did! You can see the stunning results for yourself starting on page 153.
  
It was a 'sweet treat' to chat with the Founder of GiGi's Cupcakes, Gina Butler. Learn how this beloved brand of confections became a reality. Get ready for another treat and our interview with the one and only, Jonathan Adler. (Eeeek!) This genius designer dished on his fabulous line of wedding gifts and tips on creating a registry.  We're certain you'll giggle a time or two as you read along!

IN THIS ISSUE...enjoy the Celebrity Wedding of 2017 Daytona 500 winner, Kurt Busch, and his accomplished polo player wife, Ashley Van Metre, about their big day on the island of St Barth and their reception in Palm Beach, Florida.
Who is the Queen of Southern charm? Why, Reese Witherspoon, of course. Reese has added wedding gifts to her Southern hospitality brand Draper James bringing our Southern Brides into their happy place.
The desire to showcase some masterful fashion designs came easy in The Big Easy. We loaded up our crew and headed to the HeART of New Orleans, the French Quarter, and became inspired by our surroundings where some of the most creative artists are on every street corner.  Browse the pages of our artistic fashion features and allow these designers to inspire you.
Is this issue we explore the ART of creating a wedding. A relationship starts with two separate lives and personalities blending together to become a unified entity. And sometimes, once that relationship is strong enough to support each other, a marriage is created, starting with a blank canvas and adding splashes of their personalities to create one vision.  From that point, a collection of talented artists utilizes that vision and work together to create the ultimate masterpiece, a Wedding!
We also took the opportunity to visit with Dallas Shaw, a truly impressive fashion illustrator, as she shares her new book The Way She Wears It, and the art of discovering your own personal style

The Florida Keys are a special feature in this issue of Southern Bride. Where else can you drive and still feel like your in the Caribbean? From venues to various activities, there is something to discover throughout the Florida Keys for all you and your guests.  Fashion is always a focus for Southern Bride. This issue we feature destination wedding gowns shot at the gorgeous Hawks Cay Resort in Duck Key, along the Florida Keys. Most of these dresses will work beautifully in your own home town or perfectly for that out of town destination wedding. Real Weddings are always a favorite but this issue we have a celebrity wedding, Gold Medal Winner and Dancing With the Stars Winner, Shawn Johnson share her wedding with Southern Bride readers. 

Southern Bride is excited to share all the amazing inspirations created by wedding professionals all over the south. They are stunning!
We hit the Smoky Mountains in Asheville, North Carolina for a romantic Victorian feel at the famous Grove Park Inn by Omni.
Real weddings are always featured from some of the souths grandest affairs to creative and sweet gatherings.
Romantic Destinations is the perfect place to get inspired for your honeymoon or maybe even just a quick de-compress stress-free getaway!

Southern Bride is excited to share all the amazing inspirations created by wedding professionals all over the south. They are stunning!
Romantic wedding gowns drape the pages shot at Annesdale Mansion, a pre-civil war Italianate Villa, circa 1850.
Real weddings are always featured from some of the souths grandest affairs to creative and sweet gatherings.

Wedding Gown Fashion Issue! Southern Bride Magazine's Winter 2015 issue features wedding gowns photographed at Pawleys Island, South Carolina.  Our host, Pawleys Island Plantation is a magnificent place for a low country wedding graced with ancient oak trees draped with moss setting the perfect scene to shoot weddings gowns and couples to have for stunning photographic backdrops. 

Real Honeymoons are new to Southern Bride and introduced in the Romantic Destinations section of the magazine. Included in the travel section or deliciously romantic ideas for honeymoons and destination wedding locations.

Real Weddings and Newlywed Lookbooks are always a staple in Southern Bride and sure to inspire every bride.

Inspiration Issue, SOUTHERN SLUMBER VINTAGE SLUMBER PARTY AND BRUNCH and more...

This is a Fashion issue, Dresses and Details, Cedar Hall and more...

Define your Style, Colin Cowie designs at Hard Rock resorts and more....

FASHION issue, COLIN COWIE designs at HARD ROCK HOTEL and more....

Dream Destinations, Fairytale fashion, Story book Inspirations and more...

STORYBOOK INSPIRATIONS, fairytale FASHION and more...

Southern Bride loves color! This issue is filled with astounding ideas with colorful backdrops. Bridesmaids dresses to guest favors to table linens are simply a scratching the surface of multiple ways to integrate your favorite color enhancements.

Southern Bride features trends, stylish designs and meaningful traditions.

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Southern Bride Magazine - Winter/Spring 2017

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