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Oct 11, 2021

Sydney + Cody |Elopement Portrait Session | Beaufort + Atlantic Beach, NC |

When months of planning are summed up by a "let's elope..." because the health of my bride's father is far more important than to take a chance with Covid and the traveling from WV - It was a tough decision - not only all the planning was not completed but also emotionally and financially, can create small setbacks. But, like a good couple of extraordinary people, their love kept them strong through making such decision - and still eloped... and came to The Crystal Coast s

Jun 1, 2021

Holly + Layna | Emerald Isle, NC | Same Sex Intimate Destination Elopement | Allie Miller Wedding 🌈

Yes! We are so happy to release this lovely set of images in June [ Which has been proclaimed Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer

Jul 17, 2019

Kristen + Eric | Private Elopement | Pine Knoll Shores, NC | Allie Miller Weddings | Destinations

Kristen and Eric celebrated their private and romantic ceremony in the Crystal Coast with the help of wedding planner Krystal with Emerald Isle Realty's [ 'A Seaside Weddings and Events' ] The spent a week in Pine Knoll Shores with only their parents, siblings and 4 children. They have opted to have something very small in a weekday by the seashore. Although the blazing sun, 100 degrees out and with winds of over 11 mph, this lovely couple were ready to say I Do! Swanky

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 7, 2018

Tracey + Raymond | Simple & Intimate Celebration Ocean Side | Emerald Isle, NC | Allie Miller Ph

It is never too late for true love, this is what the day was for Tracey and Raymond as they celebrated a very intimate ceremony by the ocean, under the bluest Carolina sky at The Gathering Place one early Sunday afternoon in October - The rental residence is located in Emerald Isle, NC - What a great idea to have a little time away to celebrate your love for each-other! Tracey a school teacher and Raymond, he is retired - what a great week on the beach, spending time with c

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

May 4, 2018

Star Wars Day Rehearsal Dinner | Bistro By The Sea | A Seaside Weddings and Events | Allie Miller We

Star Wars Day, May 4, celebrates George Lucas' Star Wars. It is observed by fans of the media franchise. Observance of the commemorative day spread quickly through media and grassroots celebrations. Friday the 4th was the rehearsal dinner for Ryan and Brittany celebrated in Morehead City at Bistro By The Sea - in their Red-Room - The Start Wars theme expressed much of what the couple enjoys and even Milky Ways were found at every table. A movie-like introduction, much like th

Apr 20, 2018

Garden Engagement Session | The Watson House & Gardens | Emerald Isle Wedding Venue | Wedding Pl

Their Story: It was the brides sophomore year of college, and the grooms freshman year. Bride's best friend Shannon [ Maid of Honor), invited her to a party. Shannon, suggested that Kaitie find someone to talk to and she picked out Jared! It was instant chemistry and instantly hit it off. After three and a half years later, Shannon still remind herthat she is the reason we are together ;) - How blessed for best friends! The Proposal: She had a pretty good idea that he was g

Apr 16, 2018

Your Wedding Gown & Accessories | Allie Miller Weddings | NC Wedding Photographers | Wilmington

Congratulations - You are engaged, and with this amazing milestone comes one of the most important life changing moments in one's world... Your weddings - You will become a wife, a partner and soon a mother and your own family will grow! First things first, make sure you find a beautiful venue and great vendors [ a professional photographer, of-course!] to orchestrate the perfect day! That said, your gown and bridal accessories [ shown - accessories - headpiece and earr

Oct 4, 2017

Wedding Destination Series: Greensboro, NC | Allie Miller Weddings | Wedding Planning Shoot | Whimsi

Something magical about planning and designing a shoot that stylized - Especially one that involves darker colors along with Pink and Ivories - A Black and Pink Shoot! About 'Styled and Editorial' shoots, these are created to provide ideas for our brides to start planning - and help them to see how trends can influence the mood for their day and reveal a bit of originality in their details. During September and in between weddings / clients - We teamed up with a few of o

Sep 25, 2017

Wedding Destination Series : The Octagon House | Cedar Point, NC | Boho Style | Jerrye Gordon Event

Jerrye Gordon Events, brought vendors to collaborate together for a BoHo shoot vision. The designer wanted to show the beauty of a summer late afternoon at the Octagon house - [ Now an event venue located in the mouth of the Oak White River in Swansboro, NC] A little history on the event site: This 150-year-old "Octagon House" sits on property that was originally granted by King George III to Thomas Lee in 1713. This land was once an Indian camping ground - evidenced by shell

Sep 10, 2017

Destination Series: Isaac Taylor Gardens | New Bern, NC | Secret Garden Editorial | Allie Miller Wed

Enchanted with this location in New Bern, NC - Isaac Taylor Gardens [The urban mansion was built in 1792 for Isaac Taylor, a successful merchant, ancestor of folk singer, James Taylor] and is located in historic downtown New Bern on Craven Street - This premium venue includes a bridal suite, catering kitchen, and outdoor bar area with a stage for entertainment. The vision for this editorial shoot was born when Jean Lloyd, owner of Blush Boutique in New Bern, NC had an idea t

Jul 2, 2016

Lindsay & T.J | The Country Club Of The Crystal Coast | Pine Knoll Shores, NC | Allie Miller Wed

Very loving and sweet - this is how we will always remember T.J and Lindsay - Summer was a wonderful time to celebrate love! Lindsay and T.J were married in a gorgeous ceremony during the Fourth of July weekend at the Country Club of the Crystal Coast T.J and Lindsay met while attending UNCW in Wilmington, NC - While out with friends - T.J was very interested in Lindsay and after many tries, finally she accepted to have a first date - the rest is history - Their love has en

Apr 28, 2016

Paula & Eric | Whimsical Garden Intimate Ceremony | Airlie Gardens in Wilmington, NC | Allie Mi

I was so excited to have received the inquiry for a wedding in April at Airlie Gardens. we have been dying to shoot at this venue, unfortunately all past inquiries we have been booked... So this time, it was easy to say yes, the wedding would be on a weekday. So simple and sweet, Eric met Paula about 3 years ago and then falling in-love and enjoying life, it didn't take long Eric to propose and for Paula to accept! Paula has the two most adorable girls a mother could as

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