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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

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

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

Jan 25, 2019

Fall Destination | Miami Springs Wedding Venue | The Curtiss Mansion | Whimsically Wed - Editorial S

Once again, this time winter! We headed to Miami with Whimsically Wed and collaborated with extraordinary Miami based Wedding Vendors while featuring Kelly Chase Couture Bridal Gowns - Winter in Florida, ins't like any other - The warmer temperatures are the theme for every day - Well, this day it was warmer than the rest of the states, however for our locals it was a little chilly. The inspiration for this editorial shoot were of tones denoting reds, green and florals th

Nov 19, 2018

Sarah + Tom | Atlantic Beach/Beaufort, NC | Beach + Nautical Engagement Session | North Carolina Wed

Sarah and Tom will be celebrating their wedding this Spring in Raleigh, NC at a beautiful historic home. The inspiration behind the engagement session - We love to travel and most of all we love to make sure we have plenty of work when we do, we schedule our session for a Monday, which it was perfect to close our weekend from weddings and to start our week of shoots in the eastern NC area in November. Tom proposed in June - The plan to take Sarah on a stroll on a charte

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 23, 2018

Lexi +Chris | The Islander Resort In Emerald Isle, NC | Coastal Destination Weddings | Allie Miller

It was a wonderful day for a wedding - When Lexi booked her day with us, she was in the middle of a cross country move with her extraordinary fiance Chris for a new amazing adventure in the west coast. This lovely pair met while in college - love at first sight? YES! and the rest is history. Chris proposed beach side and so they decided to have their ceremony near the ocean at the Islander in Emerald Isle, NC in June. The wedding was wonderful - Gorgeous florals by Dream

Jun 17, 2018

Tammie + Chad | Destination Wedding | Celebration Cottage | Atlantic Beach, NC | Allie Miller Weddin

Tammie and Chad said I do in front of family and friends in June at the beautiful Celebration Cottage in Atlantic Beach. Their first date was out on the beach riding their bikes, and you will see the extraordinary time had reliving these moments their day of their wedding. The planning team with Knot a Second Thought made sure everything was perfect for our couple. Chef Denise took care of all catering preparations, including the gorgeous cake. The weather cooperated, h

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 #

Jun 5, 2018

Wedding Destinations | Charleston, SC | Magnolia Plantation & Gardens | Allie Miller Weddings |

So much fun to plan a wedding and travel - We love to share what we see and who we have worked with - and love to recommend to our friends and potential clients - A plus: We travel too!!! Let me tell you about this gorgeous Southern gem - Magnolia Plantation - So, it is about 30 minute drive from I-95 as you enter Charleston, SC - This beautiful historic house with gardens located on the Ashley River at 3550 Ashley River Road, Charleston County, South Carolina. The propert

Jun 2, 2018

Hannah + Luke | Morehead City Country Club Wedding | Destination Weddings | Allie Miller Weddings |

Great are You, Lord You give life, You are love You bring light to the darkness You give hope, You restore Every heart that is broken Great are You, Lord! These were the words to the hymn that filled the ceremony with joyous voices from friends and family at Hannah and Luke's who celebrated their wedding day at the Morehead City Country Club in Eastern NC - The two sweet souls met about 3 yrs while in a Mission Trip. Our bride was born and raised in Eastern NC and it w

Jun 1, 2018

Blues + Pastels + Greens | Wedding Planning Series | Editorial Whimsically Wed Styling | Neuse Breez

One of our all time favorite venues in the Crystal Coast - overlooking the sound on the Neuse River in Havelock, NC This styled editorial-project was designed by Taylor with Whimsically Wed along with Whitney from W Designs. We wanted to draw inspirations from the soft and timeless feel of this beautiful venue - We just felt that the light blue colors, along with some pastels and greens projected the palette in mind. Modern aspects like a donuts-bar and a sign found by the

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