CAROLINE & DEREK

In Their Own Words

Caroline & Derek

“The whole day was better than what we had imagined. Some of our favorites included- our first look, the moment we turned around at the end of our ceremony and saw all our friends and family, and dancing to Sweet Caroline before we left the reception at the end of the night.”

A bride and groom stand close together, facing a large white house with black shutters and glowing lights, surrounded by lush greenery and gardens. The bride wears a white gown; the groom wears a white suit.

A table set for an event features a floral centerpiece with pink and red flowers and greenery, a table number 7 sign, empty wine glasses, and small gold votive candles on a white tablecloth.

A close-up of an elegant table centerpiece featuring pink and red flowers, green ferns, and greenery, surrounded by glowing white candles and wine glasses on a white tablecloth.

A three-tiered white cake decorated with pink and red flowers and green leaves, displayed on a wooden cake stand on a white tablecloth.

A bride in a white dress and flower crown walks outdoors with her bridesmaids, all holding bouquets and wearing colorful, floral or pastel dresses. They are smiling and laughing together on a grassy field.

A white wedding arch decorated with lush greenery and pink flowers, draped with white curtains, stands outdoors on grass. A small table and a metallic stand are beneath the arch, with trees in the background.

Four white Adirondack chairs are arranged in a row on a grassy lawn, facing away from the camera towards a scenic view of trees and a bright, soft sky at sunset.

A white draped fabric hangs from a pergola adorned with lush greenery and clusters of pink, red, and cream roses, creating a romantic, garden-inspired setting.

A plain background filled with a very light, soft pink color. No objects, text, or distinct patterns are visible in the image.

"SINCE MICHAEL AND I ARE BOTH EXTREMELY BUSY WITH SCHOOL AND WORK, IT WAS A HUGE DRAW TO WORK WITH A WEDDING PLANNER WITH SUCH A HIGH LEVEL OF EXPERTISE. IN FACT, WE ONLY MET IN PERSON A COUPLE OF TIMES AND GILDA TOOK CARE OF THE REST!"

A bouquet of pink and cream roses, dahlias, and greenery in a glass vase sits on a white surface near a window with condensation.

A bride in a white dress stands outdoors on a brick path, surrounded by ten smiling bridesmaids in colorful, floral, and pastel dresses. They each hold bouquets, with green trees and lush garden scenery in the background.

"Planning was fun and enjoyable! We felt as though we really got to spend intentional time planning for our marriage, not just our wedding day, and that was a real treat!"

A bride and groom, smiling and dressed in white, cut their wedding cake together. The bride wears a floral crown, and the scene is warmly lit with string lights and floral decorations.

A rustic wooden barn with a sloped roof is decorated with string lights and surrounded by green trees and bushes. A brick walkway leads to the entrance, creating a welcoming, festive atmosphere.

A dessert table with red velvet cupcakes topped with white frosting and strawberries, arranged on trays next to stacks of white plates and utensils, with a rustic wooden background.

WEDDING VENDORS

FEARRINGTON TEAM

Ceremony Site - Willow Oaks

Reception - The Fearrington Barn

Planning & Design - Fearrington Village's Gilda McDaniel

Flowers - Fearrington Village's Floral Team

Catering - Fearrington Village's Banquet Team

Cake - Fearrington Village's Cake Team

OUTSIDE VENDORS

Photos - Kelsey Nelson Photography

Hair & Makeup - Ashley Mooney

Wedding Gown - LianCarlo

Bridal Salon - Kelly's Closet, Atlanta, GA

Bridesmaids' Dresses - Show Me Your MuMu and Lulu's

Groom's Attire - Lineage