I really do adore this sweet bride and groom! Their colorful May wedding at First Presbyterian Church and Byron's SouthEnd was one I had been looking forward to for months and months. What could be more perfect than a citrus inspired wedding! I'm pretty much in love with this bright and cheery color palette of yellows, oranges, pinks and mint. It just screams pure joy, right?! A perfect reflection of our bride's sunny personality! I loved working with this incredible couple... They were so easy going and fun to be around! Taylor is just as sweet and lovely as she looks in all of these gorgeous photos. And we had an amazing vendor team that brought all of Taylor and Kyle's dreams to life! Many, many thanks to the amazing Lauren Rosenau Photography for capturing all the details of this gorgeous day so perfectly! Enjoy a few of my favorites

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The Graceful Host - Taylor and Kyle - Bridal Party 1

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The Graceful Host - Taylor and Kyle - Portraits 1

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The Graceful Host - Taylor and Kyle - Details 1

Wedding Planning and Design: The Graceful Host Photography: Lauren Rosenau Photography Floral Design: New Creations Flower Company Ceremony: First Presbyterian Church Reception Venue: Byron's SouthEnd Entertainment: Split Second Sound Catering: Best Impressions Caterers Cake: Wow Factor Cakes Wedding Dress: New York Bride & Groom Transportation: Rose Chauffeured Transportation

Seriously, how adorable are they?! I love, love, love every single photo! I'm so honored to have been a part of this amazing couple's special day, and to help them plan for the wedding of their dreams. Cheers to you, Mr. & Mrs. Shirkey! Love you both lots!

XO, A.

I love these two! They are so sweet together. I met Morgan while working in Corporate Communications for a healthcare company based in Charlotte. Our friendship continued even after I left to pursue wedding and event planning, and when the time came to hire a planner for her September 2013 wedding, I was honored to receive her phone call. Morgan is one of those girls who can just do it all. And, you're like - come on, how?! She's super smart, drop dead gorgeous, funny, driven, an amazing artist... the list goes on. Mike is a fashionable guy, incredibly sweet, and works in the film industry in Charlotte. Coolest job ever, right? I'll never forget how she first described Mike. Let's just say, she eventually got to know him better and they realized how perfect they are for each other. And, pretty much everyone who's ever meet them as a couple would say the same thing!

We came up with a modern and organic design that fit the venue, The Design Center Atrium, to the tee. However, the rain was not something we planned for. But, honestly, I can't imagine their wedding day without it! Somehow, it just fit. Believe it or not, we found these clear umbrellas the day of the wedding thanks to a neighbor of the bride, and they really made the photos pop. I always tell couples that things fall into place on the wedding day - and this is a great example of that. There are so many details from this wedding that I'm excited to share with you!

How much do you love these photos from Sarah Whitlow of Two Cents Photography? Absolutely stunning. And don't miss the video from Morgan + Mike's wedding from the ultra talented David Whitlow. That's right, a husband-wife wedding power team. Love these two!

Now without further adieu...

How beautiful is this bride!? I love these moments!

Morgan got her grand entrance - it was stunning!

I love seeing the "after" photo - Mr. and Mrs. at last!!

Proof that rain on your wedding day IS romantic. Love this!

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Big thanks to all our vendors!

Ceremony/Reception: The Design Center Atrium Ceremony Musicians: Elegant Ensembles Flowers: New Creations Flower Company Catering: Best Impressions Cake: Abigail's: A Cake Affair Photography: Two Cents Photography Videography: David Whitlow Photography Hotel: The Westin Charlotte

XO, A.

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