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Carrie & Grady’s Romantic Fall Wedding in Downtown Raleigh, NC

Nothing is more beautiful than a bride’s smile on her wedding day, and Carrie’s enthusiastic smile shined from her early morning makeup session with Be Pretty Charlotte to the celebratory sparkler exit as she enjoyed every moment of her and Grady’s magical day. Carrie & Grady’s love for one another was undeniable to everyone who gathered to celebrate with them, which is why so many of their friends and family didn’t hesitate to travel from far and wide to take part in their important day.

On a sunny afternoon in downtown Raleigh, The Glass Box provided the perfect backdrop for both the Father-Daughter and the Bride & Groom’s First Look Photos. While the wedding party took pre-ceremony photos with Michelle Elyse Photography among the rooftops, the talented Mother of the Groom completed the finishing touches for the ceremony florals and decor she designed three floors below in The Stockroom at 230.

Following their beautiful, intimate, sunlit ceremony, guests were treated to cocktail and dinner receptions expertly prepared and served by the Empire Eats Catering team. In a unique twist to the traditional wedding party reception introductions, each bridesmaid and groomsman was introduced individually with a personal bio cleverly written by the newlyweds. The smiles and laughter that the personalized intros brought to each wedding party member were not only priceless, but set the tone for the fun, energetic evening that was to follow.

Thank you, Carrie and Brady, for entrusting us with your wedding day, which was so full of love that by the end of the night the entire Chestnut & Vine team felt like we were members of your family, too! May your bright smiles and love for one another continue to radiate throughout your entire lives together.

All Photos Courtesy of Michelle Elyse Photography

Carrie & Grady’s All-Star Vendor Team

Photographer: Michelle Elyse Photography

Venue: The Stockroom at 230

Day-of Wedding Coordination: Chestnut & Vine Wedding Logistics Coordinators

Caterer: Empire Eats Catering

Officiant: Mike Bourla

DJ: Steve Duncan

Emcee: Joe Hagan

Florals & Decor: Karen O’Brien

Hair/Makeup: Be Pretty Charlotte

Bridal Suite: The Glass Box

Rentals: CE Rental

Ashley & Ethan Fall Wedding at The Bradford | New Hill, NC

College friends who fell in love after reuniting several years after graduation, Ashley and Ethan knew that they wanted to throw a party for the ages to celebrate their marriage, and they succeeded in showing their family and friends an unforgettable wedding day. The sun shined brightly on the stunning grounds of The Bradford, a European countryside inspired wedding venue located in New Hill, NC, as did the smiles of the bride, groom and their wedding party. Ashley and Ethan’s charismatic personalities were evident in every aspect of their wedding, from the personalized wedding party gifts to the radiant florals designed by Bloom Works to the hot pink sunglasses they wore as they recessed down the aisle as husband and wife. Guests were treated to a decadent meal prepared by Catering Works and a stunning 4-tier white wedding cake with gorgeous pink, peach and green florals designed by Pastry Works.

The day’s highlights included Ethan’s gift to Ashley- a book written by the groom entitled “The Reasons Why”, having their ceremony officiated by a close family friend, the bride and groom “making it rain” on the dance floor with Cash Cannons, a late night black and white sweets bar, and DJ Willis keeping the party going full speed until the very end.

Congratulations, Ashley and Ethan! We will never forget your contagious laughter, radiant smiles and kind, loving hearts. Thank you for trusting Chestnut & Vine to coordinate your dream wedding.

Photos Courtesy of FireRose Photography