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Weddings

April 23, 2023

A classic wedding at the Grande Victorian with modern details.

L + T got married this past spring at the The Grande Victorian near Charlotte, North Carolina. Their wedding was romantic and timeliness all while incorporating some wedding trends I think we will keep seeing throughout the 2023/2024 wedding season.

A wedding tip I include in my wedding experience guide is to include anything and everything in your detail box. Wedding flatlays are the perfect opportunity to showcase unique parts of your relationship in the smallest of ways. If you love to travel, include some vintage postage stamps or postcards. If you love crystals, include some of your favorite rocks. If your first date ended with a walk on the beach, include a seashell. Or if you are like the Bride above and you love oysters- bring an oyster shell for your flatlay too! Giving your photographer lots of things to pick and choose from help us create beautiful wedding flatlays like the one above! Another tip I always tell my Bride’s is to ask your florist for a few loose florals. They are able to bring an element of texture and a pop of color to your details! The back and white checkered flooring made the perfect backdrop for their flatlay- and their emerald details popped so elegantly.

Moody wedding dress hanging in the window of the wedding venue with the bride's bouquet and shoes.
Classic wedding dress handing up in the window of the window with the bride's details.

An elegant reception with trendy details.

The tablescapes at their wedding reception were very classic and romantic- with a modern twist! A runner of baby’s breath lined the head table and cascaded down the sides elegantly. They chose black tablecloths, gold chargers, and included a trendy neon sign on a natural backdrop. After their intimate ceremony, we spent time some exploring the lawn of the manor and their romantic gardens. When golden hour came to an end, we hopped on the direct flash trend and captured some sweet moments on and around the staircase of the mansion. After they finished their portraits, they danced the night away and ate a delicious late night snack (PIZZA)!

neon sign with greenery background.
modern wedding reception with greenery chandeliers, floral centerpieces, and a black and white checkered floor.
wedding reception banquet table with gold accents and a neon last name sign.

Wedding reception tables cape with a baby's breath table runner, custom signage, silver flatware, and gold chargers.
Wedding reception tables cape with a baby's breath table runner, custom signage, silver flatware, and gold chargers.
Groom portraits near the window with black and white checkered floor.
Bridal party with emerald bridesmaid dresses.

Bride walking down stairs of wedding venue to join ceremony.
Film inspired photo of bride and her dad outside the mansion interacting before the wedding ceremony.
Bride and Groom walking down the aisle to exit the ceremony.
Parasol umbrellas, French details, and string lights over bar at cocktail hour.
The Grande Victorian Cocktail hour of bride and groom near parasol covered bar.

Documentary style photo of guests at cocktail hour.
Emerald colored bridesmaid dresses with wedding party during champagne pop.
Groom and groomsmen playing poker while getting ready for their wedding day
Groom and groomsmen candid photo of spraying beer with sunglasses on.
Documentary style photo of bride and bridesmaids laughing and walking

Groom holding bride with ponytail and classic makeup.
Bride and Groom posed editorial style in front of mansion wedding venue in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Bride and groom fairy lights portrait outside of manor.

editorial style portrait of
direct flash portrait of bride and groom kissing in a mansion.
bride and groom slow shutter blurry photo
Editorial styled photo of bride and groom in an Italian garden.
bride and groom kissing in front of The Grande Victorian wedding venue
bride and groom posed in front of bar at cocktail hour

bride and groom lifted on chairs at reception
bride and groom dancing at reception
bride dancing with pizza at wedding reception
wedding photo of bride and groom kissing in front of The Grande Victorian wedding venue.
documentary style photo of bride with ponytail and a deep v neck wedding dress going in for a dip kiss at their sparkler exit.
bride and groom dip kiss during a direct flash sparkler exit

It was SUCH an honor to be a part of their day, even in the smallest of ways. The Grande Victorian has quickly become one of my favorite Charlotte areas to photograph at. So if you are looking for someone to capture your wedding, slide into my DM’s today. 🙂

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