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Sep 8, 2019

Kim + Joe | 25 Year Beach Destination Vow Renewal | Emerald Isle, NC | Destination Photographers | A

We celebrate love at ALL levels - Vow Renewals are by far so commemorating and beautiful - In a world, that all moves way too fast... this lovely couple wanted to celebrate their 25 years together by having a vow renewal ceremony by the ocean with their 4 children, family and bestest friends! Interesting fact - a hurricane had just passed about 3 days ago prior to their scheduled day and they braved all the odd and went for it no matter what! How about that resilience? We

Sep 3, 2019

Lindsay + Brandon | Atlantic Beach Destination Wedding | The Celebration Cottage | Dorian Hurricane

What happens when you have a team a professionals working for you? You are totally stress free and taken care of, especially during times like when a hurricane approaches. This year we had Dorian show up in very early September, their wedding was scheduled for Wednesday the 4th of September - A little after Labor Day weekend. We had to move their wedding a day earlier and during the day! No issues, the day was super bright and little warmer than usual as well as windy.

Aug 30, 2019

Every single time we imagine our involvement with a project along with Taylor [ adorn collective workshops ] we see possibilities. We love to share real content as well as content for our brides and those couples looking for some inspiration or destination for sessions or even their proposal or wedding day! Some of my favorite styling ideas come from my vendors, who have always seeked out the best trends and implementations - and Taylor is one of my most favorite destinat

Aug 18, 2019

Sarah W | Destination Bridal Portrait Session | Beaufort - Atlantic Beach, NC | Allie Miller Wedding

We are so happy to be able to release these images from Sarah's Bridal Session on August. September 21st, she will say I Do to the love of her life, Bradley... And we cannot wait to blog about that day already! Sarah, wanted to implement her pups in her bridal portraits at her home in Morehead City, NC and especially her adored Boxer 'Phoenix' - Her pup had been sick a while and she was not sure she will make it to her wedding day. I am a dog lover and it was an instant

Aug 17, 2019

Destination Series | Celebration / Orlando, Florida | Melie Orlando Resort | Allie Miller Weddings |

About the Melia in Orlando: An official Walt Disney World Good Neighbor® hotel with roundtrip transportation to the Walt Disney World®theme parks A modern Suite Hotel in the beautiful village of Celebration (Florida), close to major Orlando attractions (Universal Studios Orlando, SeaWorld and I-Drive 360) A 360 American Bistro Restaurant & Bar, a 360 view of American cuisine with traditional flavors and tastes for all. Whether a weekend getaway or a family bringing the kids t

Aug 1, 2019

Destination Series: Ships Of The Sea Maritime Museum | Destination Venue | Savannah, Georgia | Allie

We are introducing this lovely place in the historic Savannah area - they host weddings and events - It has the most lovely gardens and romantic feeling all throughout. The museum also holds educational workshops offering programs and memberships all year. The Museum Hours: Tuesday - Sunday, 10a-5 p and It is located at 41 Martin Luther King Jr., Boulevard, Savannah, Georgia 31401 A little history: Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum housed in the William Scarbrough House i

Jun 8, 2019

Krista + Jason | Neuse Breeze Wedding Venue | Havelock, NC | Destination Weddings | Allie Miller Wed

Krista and Jason were married in front of 65 friends and family in a beautiful wedding ceremony at Neuse Breeze in Havelock, NC. This lovely couple from Colorado chose this beautiful venue by the Neuse river as their marriage destination. The couple opted for a first look and it was witnessed by sisters, friends and family who were part of bridal party. What a wonderful moment it was. The day spoke in colors of blush pinks, ivories and lots of greenery. Petals decorated

May 14, 2019

Alexandra + Steve | Tuscan Themed Vow Renewal | Planning Ideas | Merrell Estate Gardens | Indian Bea

When approached with the thought of participating in this beautiful day with Steve and Alexandra at Indian Beach, NC in April, little did we know that an extraordinary team of local friend-vendors were partaking in this lovely day. We had Vicky with Swanky Sweets [located in Swansboro, NC] who designed the delicious artisan wedding cake, along with the grazing tables which had all the great edibles. Also, participating was Meg's creative team at Sweet Carolina Collecti

May 4, 2019

Jordan + Lee | The Palo Alto Plantation | Maysville, NC | Destination Weddings | Destination Wedding

Every season, we get to know our couple's love stories and they are all so different and lead to the same beautiful journey: LOVE! The day of the wedding... As we enter the bridal room, We discover the real depth of love, they come in form of the stories from all the sweet friends who are summoned to share such joyous day. Our bridesmaids, maid of honors and mothers spend time with us, while they start preparing for the day we cannot help to be part of that lovely collect

May 3, 2019

So happy to share this as Ivey is getting married today at the beautiful Country Club of the Crystal Coast in Pine Knoll Shores. This is one brave young lady, she has planned a destination wedding while taking care of one million things. This session was very special - Her adored grandfather was supposed to be part of this special day with us, unfortunately he will not be here as he is watching from heaven, Ivey and Ryan will have a lovely day creating new memories. That's

Apr 27, 2019

April had so many amazing moments. We spent the weekend in Raleigh to celebrate Sarah + Tommy who were married the last weekend in April at the Merrimon Wynne House - Saturday, the day before their big day we had rehearsal at the venue earlier in the day and later on we had their rehearsal dinner which took place at the Lonnie Poole Golf Course at NC State. Rehearsal coverage is often overlooked but very important. The groom parents planned a beautiful evening - accompanied

Apr 12, 2019

Abigail + Kurtis | Intimate Destination Elopement | The Islander Resort | Emerald Isle, NC | Wedding

Abigail + Kurtis tied the knot in a sunny and windy April day at the beautiful Islander Resort in Emerald Isle, NC Their destination wedding was intimate-type elopement with about 25 of their closest family and best friends from back home, Ohio. Their two children were an essential part of their beautiful ceremony. As a family they had their sand ceremony and while it took a few Oreo cookies and a little "baby shark" singing to convince the littlest one to stay with us wh

Oct 27, 2018

Karen + Charles | Carolina Home & Garden Fall Wedding | Newport, NC | North Carolina Wedding Ph

Q: Tell us about your wedding! What was the inspiration behind your day? Did you have a specific theme, style or color palette? Did you incorporate any cultural or religious traditions in any part of your day? A: Our inspiration for the wedding was really to find something as simple but eclectic and unique as we are. We really enjoy nature and the outdoors and wanted to bring that into the moment! Since our wedding was in late October, the cusp of Fall, we wanted to keep the

Oct 13, 2018

Rebecca + Michael | Pine Knoll Shores, NC | Private Residence Venue | Destination Weddings | North C

Rebecca and Michael were meant to be together! Why, you ask? Well, because destiny had it in for them to meet no matter what - They had common friends, lived close, they were at their own crossroads and somehow the universe made it happen when they were both ready! Their beautiful day took place in the Crystal Coast this past October - Our couple chose to have their wedding at First United Methodist Church in Morehead City, NC and they decided to have their ceremony at Rebe

Sep 2, 2018

Samantha + Tyler | Emerald Island Intimate Wedding Ceremony by the Ocean | NC Wedding Photographers

Ahhh... The Beach... A place to relax, a place for good music,great times with friends making amazing memories. This is how Samantha and Tyler wanted to remember their 'elopement' wedding celebration. A very simple Sunday on Labor day Weekend to enjoy with parents, siblings and all their best friends. Our couple wanted something very, very simple and intimate, they just wanted to avoid all the preparation weddings usually have - For that, all matters were perfectly handled

Aug 26, 2018

Destination Series | South Florida Keys | Playa Largo Resort and Spa | "Autograph Collection&qu

The motto at this little heaven on earth is 'Find your happy' | What a wonderful place to stay! Discover the Pearl of the Florida Keys - Bay-side over the gulf - Enjoy a well made meal at Sol by The Sea -truly great foodie-destination with extraordinary and utterly succulent foods, along great service and very strategic placement near the ocean with breathtaking views. Growing up in South Florida and pretty much being a part time Keys resident when I was young, this plac

Aug 8, 2018

Beaufort Historic Site Wedding Celebration | A Seaside Weddings and Events | Planning and Design by

Saturday was a very beautiful day here in the Crystal Coast - Kate and Steve said I do at One Harbor church in Beaufort, NC in front of friends and family. Krystal with A Seaside Weddings and Events planned the most colorful scheme for Kate and Steve. Dream of lively gathering of wildflowers and and pop of sunflowers and greenery from florist that included ranunculus, scabiosa, spray roses, yellow rice flower, chamomile, and fresh lavender. Table runners on tables were han

Jul 12, 2018

Kristen + Steve | The Islander Resort | Emerald Isle, NC | Allie Miller Weddings | NC Wedding Photog

Steve and Kristen have been happily together for about 10 years - Steve is an operation director for an nationwide event company and Kristen is an amazing CMT... Their love story: Kristen and Steve met at a 'King's of Belmont' show [ a local Charlottesville, VA band ] Seemed they had the same taste in music and so they met at a local dive bar. Marcelia, one of Kristen's best pals and roommate at the time, pointed Steve out from across the room, she went on to say: "He look

Jun 16, 2018

Ashley + Jason | Washington, DC | Destinations Engagement Session | K Street in Georgetown | Allie M

We visited DC area to see a few of our couples who will tie the knot this fall and next spring in 2019 - On a busy Saturday afternoon, we spent time with Ashley and Jason in Georgetown's K Street - We strolled along the waterfront area. We walked and talked about their wedding day and we captured some of their engagement images along the way. Enjoy! #Engaged #Bestfriends #howHeAsked #LOVE #wescottlighting #emeraldisleengagementsessions #washingtonDC #KStreettDC #Georgeto

Jun 15, 2018

We visited DC area to see a few of our couples who will tie the knot this fall and next spring in 2019 - We met Ivey and Ryan for their engagement session at the Tidal basin in DC by the Thomas Jefferson Monument. We had a blast talking about them and capturing their images at the place they call home. Cannot wait for this beautiful wedding in Pine know Shores, NC next Spring. Enjoy! #georgemason #GeorgetownDC #washingtonDC #WeTravel #Engaged #howHeAsked #Bestfriends #LOVE #

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