Soiree Charlotte

Arabella Papers - Bella Wedding Album has arrived!

2012-01-17T11:27:00.000-05:00

Luxury is Affordable! A collection of gorgeous layered papers, custom colors and raised Bellpress ink - these are designed for brides with $700-1500 invitation budget. Truly luxurious invitations that you must see!

Custom Save The Date - Caricature

2012-01-02T11:09:00.000-05:00

Set an elegant, but fun tone for your wedding with a caricature. The custom save the dates can be printed on you choice of paper and coordinating envelope.

Fresh Designs - Photo Save The Dates

2012-01-01T11:01:00.004-05:00

Simplicity reigns with this save the date - available horizontal or vertical, with flat or metallic shimmer paper. Starting at less than $1 each!

Football is back - treat the groomsmen!

2011-07-27T10:38:00.000-04:00

Looking for the perfect gift for the groomsmen? Celebrate the return of football with these team mugs!

Elegant Save The Date Magnet

2011-07-23T09:33:00.000-04:00

It's simple and understated, yet still elegant. And it's a magnet! About $1.50 each.

Personalized Stamps

2011-07-21T12:32:00.000-04:00

We just love these personalized stamps. Perfect for thank you notes - and even making boring things (like paying bills) more fun! On sale now through July 26!

Quality Photo Magnets - $1.50 each

2011-07-01T07:06:00.000-04:00

Photo magnets can be used for anything from a Save The Date to a Birth Announcement. No flimsy magnets here - high quality and high design - for about $1.50 each!

Raisin/Plum in high demand!

2011-06-30T07:35:00.001-04:00

Pocket invites in plum are in high demand. This one features a modern floral design. About $3.50 each.

Shimmer Save The Date for About $1?

2011-06-29T07:26:00.000-04:00

Nothing illustrates elegance more then this save the date. The gold, shimmery card features a black filigree design which adds to the simplicity of this invite. And you can't beat the price - at right around $1 each!!

Vintage Invitations

2011-06-28T15:36:00.000-04:00

Unique two sided invitation, in Navy - names and date on front and the "invitation" information on the back! Can also be used for Save The Dates!

Unique Color Combinations

2011-06-27T09:15:00.000-04:00

Since we allow you to pick your paper from a wide array of colors, you can create color combinations that match your decor exactly! Try Gold and Navy, Olive and Navy, and Copper and Ecru.

Destination Wedding?

2011-06-24T07:32:00.000-04:00

These invitations are bright and happy enough to make sure people know you are having a desination wedding, but they are still understated and first class. About $3.00 each.

Chloe B by Crane

2011-06-23T11:42:00.002-04:00

The Crane name means quality paper! These ecru invitations have the couples name and modern scrollwork included. Choose black ink or colored ink at no extra charge. Starting at $2.50 each.

Custom Vintage Save The Dates!

2011-06-23T08:46:00.000-04:00

We just LOVE these Save The Dates! Multiple versions of art you can customize with your venue, city, names and date. About $250 for 100 with envelopes.

Long Damask Shimmer - Many Colors Available!

2011-06-22T08:00:00.003-04:00

We love the unique shape of this envelope and the subtle damask pattern. Choose from White, White Shimmer, Ecru, Pink, Fuschia, Cherry, Water, Navy, Teal, Meadow, Lime, Olive, Latte Shimmer, Cocoa Shimmer, Chocolate, Silver Shimmer, Light Grey and Black! All for about $2 each!

Die Cut Menu Card, Save The Date, etc

2011-06-21T23:58:00.000-04:00

We love the shape of this card - and you customize the layout, color and font - so why just use it as a menu card as shown? Why not a Save The Date?

Pocket Invite with Window

2011-06-21T23:39:00.000-04:00

You select the colors! Can be used for weddings, Sweet 16, Mitzvahs and more! Priced at about $3 each.

Pocket Invitations that you can customize!

2011-06-21T23:25:00.000-04:00

With a wide selection of classic colors, bright colors, and even shimmer paper, you create the look. Choose different size inserts, colored envelopes, and change the layout and font!

Kelley & Nick Have the Luck of the Irish!

2009-09-05T21:15:00.000-04:00

Kelley and Nick were such a wonderful couple.

Their wedding even made us shed a tear! (ok, that happens a lot),

but the did touch our hearts!

Thanks to Brian Salmon Photography for the great shots!

We carried this celtic pattern from their invites to their ceremony programs.

Of course there was a bagpiper to process her down the aisle!

The Palmer Building served as the site for the outdoor ceremony and indoor reception.

The stonework there is so pretty!

Kelley's classic white bouquet contained mini callas, stephanotis with pearls, roses and hydrangea.

The girls kicked it up a notch with organic and textured bouquets with kermit mums, dahlias, sweetpeas & stock in shades of purple, fushia and green.

The colors were brought inside to the reception with linens in fushia and eggplant.

The low centerpieces consisted of mounded flowers in a glass cube,

surrounded by votives in smaller glass cubes.

The other half of the arrangements were tall square cylinders filled with various stems and alternating floating candles. The celtic pattern was duplicated again on the table numbers (and also the escort cards.)

A clean, modern cake with sugar flowers modeled after the centerpieces.

Three cheers for Kelley & Nick & their wedding party!

The bridesmaid dresses were from J.Crew -

reasonably priced and can be worn again (no, really!)

Yes, all that work deserves a big kiss!

Congrats to Kelley & Nick, in addition to paying for their wedding,

they just purchased their first home!

We say money well spent and wish them all the best!

Hot of the Press - Ashley & Steve

2009-08-07T23:20:00.000-04:00

We are blessed to work with such wonderful couples and families!

Ashley & Steve, who were married in July, are no exception.

We had so much fun working with Ashley & her mom!

Here is the happy couple post-ceremony.

Thanks to Stephanie Chesson Photography for the pics!

Ashley & her girls got ready at the Duke Mansion. She never stopped smiling!

Ashley's bouquet from Flowers in the Cellar -

roses, tuberose, dahlias, stephanotis, and crystals.

Lace from her mom's veil was wrapped around the stems.

The bridesmaids had curly willow and peacock feathers

added to bring in the brown and tiffany blue.

The gorgeous unity candle was lit at Belk Chapel.

A string quartet announced the bride, as her father escorted her down the aisle.

A groomsman performed a Jack Johnson solo.

The reception at The Atrium Uptown was alive with Tiffany Blue and Chocolate Brown.

Escort cards were displayed in trays of coffee beans.

A diagram of each table location also listed each guests name,

for additional ease in finding one's seat.

White flower topiaries rose out of blue mercury glass vases.

Best Impressions created a fun make-your-own loaded baked potato bar.

Cocktail tables framed the dance floor were laced with tiffany blue

and topped with an organic arrangement.

Edible Art created word art on their cake, with words that described the day!

Since her sweetie has a sweet-tooth, Ashley surprised Steve with a cookie bar.

It was decked with a dozen different types of cookies, including these with their initial.

The couple dashed off in a vintage white Rolls Royce from Poffie Girls.

Ashley & Steve, we hope you never stop smiling!

Dana + Robert

2009-08-04T23:16:00.000-04:00

Dana and Robert were married one HOT summer day in August!

Here's hoping the romance remans as hot as the weather was that day!

Thanks to Tim at Sayer Photography

(sorry for the copyright on the pics, but it makes for a quicker post!)

Charlotte has so many gorgeous churches -

Dana and Robert were married at Holy Comforter Episcopal Church.

This beautiful architecture doesn't need a lot of decoration!

A contemporary twist on a wedding program.

The Epsicopal Church asks that most of the ceremony is written out,

so this simple beauty is a square trifold.

Since it was the end of summer,

Dana wanted to bring in colors that transitioned from summer to fall.

We used reds, oranges and browns with gold accents.

Roses, lilies and two types of orchids made up Dana's warm bouquet.

With the bride carrying color, the groom's orchids had to be in color as well!

Stems of gerber daisies gave the flower girls a pop of color, without popping the bank!

On to the reception at Byron's South End.

This bridesmaid shows of the chocolate brown dresses.

Flowered leighs were added post-ceremony.

They were brought from Hawaii by one of the members of the wedding party

and represent fertility.

Orchids were glued to a painted gold tree, which held red "leaves" that served as escort cards.

A close up of the cards/leaves.

Orchids were suspended in glass cylinders that lined the ledges at the reception site.

Orchids again were encased in glass and entwined with gold bullion.

The cylinders were then topped with a mix of flowers.

A friend created this four tier cake, scattered with red roses and the gerber daisies.

The guys in Peace and Love packed the dance floor - young and young at heart!

Dana and Robert left in a shower of bubbles. Off to a honeymoon in Mexico, Ole!

Megan and Ben Cross the Finish Line!

2009-06-20T22:12:00.000-04:00

Megan and Ben met while running a race - Megan must have flashed her bright smile as she tore past Ben! We couldn't stop smiling as we planned their wedding - because they were so much fun to work with. We definitely knew their wedding would be a blast - from being introduced to Chariots of Fire, to a choreographed dance from the bride & bridesmaids, even a "dance-off" contest between wedding guests- everyone was entertained! We had fun with the decor too, check out the gorgeous pictures from our friends Andy & Stephanie at Indigo!

Megan's bouquet was a combination of phalaenopsis orchids and hydrangea - with a little "bling" mixed in for fun - thanks to Shelly at Elizabeth House for being so great to work with - and for doing amazing things with flowers!

Downtown Charlotte has such great spots for photos -

in unlikely spots - like Latta Arcade!

Ah, wedded bliss - even in 100 degree heat!

Pics from the reception at The Atrium.

Everything was black, white, and fuschia and totally modern!

We created lounge areas around the dance floor,

so if guests tired from dancing, they could still be part of the action.

It definitely kept the party going!

Some detail shots - flowers and linens from the sweetheart table

and the cake from Cheesecake, Etc.

Megan's Margarita (and there was a Ben's Brew) -

thanks to One Catering by Harpers for an excellent presentation.

Cheers! So glad they "ran" into each other -

(sorry, couldn't help it, they met while running a race, remember)! Congrats!

Sallie & Marc's Enchanted Garden

2009-05-29T23:00:00.000-04:00

The Ballantyne Resort served as the ceremony & reception site for Sallie & Marc.

We couldn't have found a nicer family to work with!

These pics are from Soiree Charlotte and Crawford & Co florist,

so bear with us and hopefully we can update with the real ones!

Large urns filled with flowers and curly willow welcomed the guests, and another set served as the ceremony backdrop. Chairs were set in a semi circle to wrap around the wedding party.

We printed wedding programs and made them into fans (which were much appreciated!)

We directed this ceremony, which included three flower girls and three ring bearers -

all but one made it down the aisle!

Since it was an outdoor wedding, keeping it casual was the rule. The guys wore light colored suits, donned ASU ties and were pinned with a bout' with a tropical twist!

The maids wore different dresses from the same designer, in variations of fushia and tangarine.

Sallie's family is from a small town, so she wanted to make sure her reception remained casual - but definitely still upscale. She wanted the mood of a summer garden social, so why not make the cocktail centerpieces fun - like ice-cream sundaes?

A set up shot of the ballroom. Topiaries in two different sizes served as centerpieces. Here is the medium size topiary with clusters of roses & lilies in a base of wheatgrass.

Square votives were later added to the look. Guests felt like they were in an enchanted garden.

Menu cards with their monogram made sure the guests knew which delectables could be found at the food stations.

Smaller arrangements accented some tables, to give variation of height.

We hope to have more pics soon - to include Sea Cruz beach music band, the italian ice station (with liquor infusion of course), and even the hot doughnut station (pick your own icing & sprinkles!) We would never hire ourselves as photographers, so we hope we can get the photographers pics and show you how pretty this wedding really was soon!

Beth and Matthew Video Preview!

2009-05-11T09:54:00.000-04:00

This super sweet couple was married on May 9 - check out the preview for their wedding video and see how gorgeous their wedding was!

http://vimeo.com/5103872

Thanks to Rick @ Carolina Video Productions!

iCelebrate Nathan's Bar Mitzvah

2009-05-06T16:23:00.001-04:00

For Nathan's Bar Mitzvah, we worked with his mom Janice to create an iPod theme, also tying i the sports and other activities that Nathan loves!

We draped the entire ballroom at Carmel Country Club with white fabric and

uplit it with lights that changed from blue to green.

Thanks to Scott Brown Media for the draping and lighting expertise!

This custom gobo was projected onto the ceiling over the dance floor.

The adults were given their seat assignments via "iTunes" gift cards.

Each table was named: iTennis, iGolf, iCamp, etc.

Each table then had a corresponding ice sculpture from Ice Sensations

that showed off Nathan's hobbies.

Thanks to Elaine at First Impressions Party Linen for

the table cloths, chair covers, chair ties and napkins!

Nathan's candlelighting had glass cylinders with glowing blue cubes and floating candles.

Not the best pic, but there was a lounge area overlooking the dancefloor

with black sofas and loveseats, as well as ottomons for the teens to hang out.

On the patio, a flip book booth from Your Event Source allowed guests to create their own books that showed them goofing off in a series of frames. There was also a basketball shootout to test adults and kids skills to ensure everyone had a great time, on or off the dance floor!

City Chic - Nicky & Kris

2009-04-25T15:31:00.000-04:00

Nicky and Kris were married in April with a ceremony at St. Mary's Chapel and reception at Bentley's on 27, and we miss working with them already!

Nicky and her girls get ready for the wedding

in their suite at the Charlotte Marriott Center City.

Professional photos by Dan Klutz!

Guests wished the couple well by signing an engagement picture of Nicky & Kris.

These are the non-professional pics (meaning Jen took them) - but you can see the romantic candlelight and coral roses that decorated the reception tables - by Crawford & Co.

The Sweetheart Table.

Amber Hurricane Candles with coral petals.

The "gift box" cake by Jill DelMastro!

A parting pic by Dan.

Laurie & Luke's Perfect Fall Day in Concord

2008-11-09T19:48:00.000-05:00

Luke and Laurie got married in perhaps one of the cutest small town weddings we've seen.

For two attorneys who live and work in historic downtown Concord, it was only appropriate to get married on Main Street!

It was a perfect day in November and the First Presbyterian Church welcomed guests as they walked hand in hand to the church. (Yes this really happened - we at Soiree Charlotte got worried when there were few cars just before the ceremony - turns out everyone lived close and walked in the beautiful weather! It was an adorable site for us city slickers!)

Thanks to Brian Salmon Photography for these shots that really captured the mood of the day!

Laurie's ensemble was perfect, down to the last detail. Gown from Impressions Bridal.

Laurie saw the lead pic on our website and wanted to re-create it. She asked if people would stop in the road for her. A bride in her wedding gown - of course they stopped!

Deep hues or red and orange literally set the tone for the wedding.

Flowers from Party Blooms!

The Noel Friedline Quartet infused jazz into the reception and ensured the reception at Embassy Suites Concord oozed with sophistication.

Gorgeous and tasty from Cheesecake, Etc.

Best Wishes to a Fantastic couple!!!

Brian Salmon Photographs Luke and Laura

2008-10-31T20:58:00.000-04:00

I am excited to work with Brian Salmon, who has not photographed any of my weddings to date. Brian shot engagement photos for Luke and Laura who will be getting married on November 8th in picturesque downtown Concord. He's got an artistic and romantic eye and we can't wait to see what he shoots at the wedding!

Jackie and Stu - The Reception

2008-10-24T17:38:00.000-04:00

The ballroom at the luxurious Ballantyne Resort radiated with light as the final preparations for guests were made. A special thank you to wedding photographer Christopher Record for the images contained in this blog.

The walls of the entire ballroom were swathed in chocolate velvet and the ceiling draped in ivory voile by Sha Sha Harnick of Charleston. Silver rimmed glassware and china were rented from Party Reflections and chivari chairs came from Classic Party Rentals. First Impressions provided linens in ivory satin, ivory button-tuck and ivory damask. Our utmost gratitude to Kelly Randazzo with Ballantyne Resort and her co-worker Sarah for treating everyone like royalty.

Chloe B by Crane menus, seating cards and programs unified the sophisticated look.

The master of cake design Jill DelMastro created this perfection in fondant. A replica of the lace found on Jackie's dress adorned the cake, as well as a trail of individually hand painted sugar flowers. And when the silver standby cake riser simply would not do for this work of art, Jill handmade a dark wood plateau.

We named the signature cocktail the Fogalino - a combination of the couple's last names. Each glass carried a tag with the name of the martini. During the cocktail hour, Francis Nazzaro sang classic Frank Sinatra songs as guests enjoyed a seafood and pasta bar, in anticipation of the festivities in the ballroom upstairs.

The ladies and gentlemen of the bridal party got the celebration started Miami style.

Jackie, with a new colored sash around her waist, danced with her husband to the tune Unchained Melody.

A blessing from the Reverend (aka the groom's dad.)

A lit first course of shrimp cocktail was served to the head table in unison by 22 of Ballantyne's white gloved staff.

Grandma proved she was young at heart as she started the group in the traditional Italian dance, the Tarantella.

After dinner, Atlanta's 80s band Breakfast Club shook everyone all night long. They could not have been more fun or friendly! DJ Chuck Broncato kept the party going when the band took breaks and spinned tunes for the after party that went until 2am.

In honor of the song, they wore their sunglasses at night.

The host of the evening proudly served his guests cigars and single malt scotch.

As the sparklers burned, Jackie and Stu made their exit by way of golf cart. Afterall, they met when Jackie ran her golf cart into Stu's at Ballantyne Country Club years ago.

Off to Half Moon Bay in Jamaica, but first an evening in the Presidential Suite at Ballantyne Resort!

Jackie and Stu - The Ceremony

2008-10-24T15:59:00.000-04:00

Jackie and Stuart (Stu) were married on October 25th at Myers Park Presbyterian Church. Stu's grandfather was the minister there for many years and the couple was blessed enough to have Stu's father, also a minister, marry them. They were each accompanied down the flagstone aisle by nine attendants. A concert organist friend from New York made sure music bellowed through the rafters as the ceremony drew near. We hope you enjoy the day's photos by the talented Christopher Record that tell the story...

Proud grandparents greet the guests prior to the ceremony.

The guys make sure they look good before seating the guests.

Jackie takes a moment to reflect. Keeping with tradition, she has not seen her fiance all day.

Assistance from family and friends is what it is all about on wedding day.

April Wheeler did all of the girls make up, while Jackie's friend and stylist Penn made sure everyone's hair looked fabulous!

All of Jackie's friends were radiant.

One last touch up before the grand entrance.

What we loved so much about working wtih Jackie and Stu was that no matter where they went, a good time was sure to follow.

Stu's sister Drew awaits the bridesmaids' entrance. Their gowns, as well as Jackie's, were designed by Lazaro and purchased at J. Majors.

Father of the Bride in one of his proudest moments...

A birds eye view from the balcony of the full house.

The ceremony was also blessed by Father Cahill, a priest from Jackie's mother's church.

A special moment post-ceremony.

From the genious that is Todd Crawford. A bouquet of phalaenopsis orchids inspired by actress Eva Longoria's bouquet. Hands down, Jackie had the better bouquet!

On to the reception!

Jackie's Portrait at Duke Mansion

2008-09-28T21:24:00.000-04:00

Now that Jackie has officially walked down the aisle and become Mrs. James Stuart Fogartie (Go Stu!), it is safe to reveal her bridal look online! Not only is she beautiful, but she has an amazing personality to match! Thanks to Christopher Record for the gorgeous photography, Crawford and Company for the glamourous bouquet and J. Majors for the breathtaking Lazaro gown!

The proud dad!

Winner for the announcement in the Observer.

Jennifer and Chris's June Wedding

2008-07-01T15:49:00.000-04:00

We love a classic June wedding! Atlanta couple Jenn and Chris travelled to Charlotte (Jenn's hometown) for a gorgeous summer wedding full of vibrant greens and pinks, anchored by a sultry brown. Thanks to Critsey at Indigo Photography for the fabulous shots!

Jenn poses before their ceremony at Calvary Church.

Jenn's maids complimented, but did not detract from her gown. It was the flowers that they carried that really popped!

A close up of the bouquets. We just love Shelly at Elizabeth House Flowers! The bride carried white calla lillies, while her attendants carried a mix of purple peonies, green cymbidium orchids, mango callas and roses.

Pre-Ceremony, the guys were not about to be show up by the ladies. They look ready for a magazine shoot!

On to the reception at The Atrium Uptown. Thanks to Debra and Marla for their help!

Cocktail hour brought in a lounge theme with sofas, coffee tables and tall cocktail tables topped with the green orchids and lit with candles.

Orchids also framed the base of this gorgeous (and delicious) cake made with not one, but two layers of fondant. Check out how the green shows through the cut out floral detail of the top layer. Without Cake Lady Jill, what would we do?

Melody at Harper Catering took a photo of a strawberry tree we sent and made it happen here! Add that to the ice display at the sushi and seafood station, and we have a party!

Jenn and Chris kept it casual and did not assign tables. The bridal party and family had designated front row seats.

The band, In the Pocket, really made the party and brought the guys on stage to serenade the girls.

The night ended with a petal toss and limousine getaway on Tryon Street.

Sara's Carnival Bat Mitzvah a Screaming Success!

2008-06-07T19:32:00.000-04:00

Every girl dreams of having a festive party where everyone walks in to the room, says "wow", then stays on the dance floor all night! At Sara's Bat Mitzvah, her guests did just that. Soiree Charlotte was lucky enough to be hired to do the decor for the party. We had fun with the Carnival theme, and made sure to set the mood so every guest from age 13-83 knew it was time to have fun! Thanks to Steve Comen for the fantastic photos (we are hoping to get the official party pics from Wayne St. John too)!

Each of Sara's guests were greeted with a gourmet lollipop as an escort/table card. Keeping with the Carnival theme - teens were "General Admission" and the adults were assigned to tables such as "Hall of Mirrors", "Cotton Candy" and "Tilt-A-Whirl."

Working off a magazine ad Sara's mom provided, we worked with Crawford & Co Florist to create three different types of centerpieces to grace the tables. Gerber daisies in hot pink and orange, bright green kermit mums, and moss were shaped around cones, balls and tall cylinders to create a whimsical feel. The tables themselves had hot pink or orange tablecloths with a geometric sheer overlay. The look was completed with hot pink or orange chair ties and lime napkins. Three balls of gerbera daisies also hung from the center ballroom chandalier.

Personalized napkins were available for drinks. They coordinated with the matchbooks provided for each adult guest, so they could join in the candlelighting ceremony. Teens had small LED candles at their tables, so they could be a part of the candlelighting ceremony as well.

A parting shot of the custom made awnings that made the buffets look more like carnival booths. 25 foot swags of color were hung to make guests feel as if they had entered a tent. Ottomans were covered with custom fabric matching the napkins, ceiling swag and awnings.

We had a blast creating the atmosphere for Sara's Bat Mitzvah and know the guest enjoyed the party! Thanks again to Sara's family for asking Soiree Charlotte to be a part of the fun!

Touchdown for United Family Services

2008-06-04T17:19:00.000-04:00

The 11th annual Men for Change Annual Breakfast and Silent Auction was held at Bank of America Stadium on June 4th. Soiree Charlotte was happy to provide the centerpieces for the event that rallies over 300 men in the community to raise awareness and fight against the problem of domestic violence in the Charlotte area.

Our company created the field goal centerpieces, complete with a wooden base, realistic turf and neon yellow uprights. Thunder Road Brandworks provided the footballs that completed the look!

The program included play-by-play voice Mick Mixon and Rabbi Judy Schindler and was sponsored by Bank of America, McGuireWoods, and Moore&VanAllen. Men for Change has raised over $500,000 to help United Family Services in assisting victims of domestic violence. Thanks for allowing us to be part of such a special and important community group!

Nicky and Kris Engagement Shots - Dan Klutz

2008-06-01T21:58:00.000-04:00

The super-talented Dan Klutz took these engagement shots of our April 2009 bride and groom, Nicky and Kris. They definitely had fun with their uptown shoot and Dan really showed what an artist he truly is!

We can't wait for the wedding!

Melissa and Les - Springtime in the South!

2008-05-17T21:43:00.000-04:00

Melissa and Les were married May 10, 2008! Mel is a Charlotte native who works at Wachovia and Les is a SC native who works for Behr Paint. Their ceremony was performed by Rebecca Nagy at Belk Chapel and combined both Christian, Jewish and Native American traditions. Check out the beautiful pale pink peonies, taupe bridemaid dresses and chocolate colored accents -all photographed by the talented Jonathan McCardell!

The bride blushed the same shade of pink as her peony and orchid bouquet from Crawford & Company. Her maids wore taupe dresses by Bill Levkoff, while the bride herself donned a gorgeous draped dress by Judd Waddell from Nitsa's.

Providence Country Club 's staff, led by the incomparable Dee Wood, made sure the bride, groom, and all their guests were treated famously! The modern centerpieces by Todd Crawford & Co were cubes wrapped in banana leaves, with clusters of different pink and white flowers.

Tizzerts provided the four tiered cake, decorated with delicate pink vines was accented with a single peony on top and set . The gorgeous cake plateau, pink linens and bridemaids bouqets provided the perfect pedestal for this tasty work of art!

One of the adorable flower girls signs the engagement portrait of Mel and Les, as she holds her prized peony. The Ringbearer in background holds the favor - a mini take out box with customized label - filled with minty delights!

Thanks for letting Soiree Charlotte be part of the day! Your wedding makes us smile with pride each time we reflect upon the beauty of your marriage and of your wedding day itself!

Tim and Tamra Build a Family on Love!

2008-05-10T20:18:00.000-04:00

Tim and Tamra are celebrating the arrival of their baby girl Addison this month. It is the perfect time to reflect on their wedding last July!

An intimate family wedding on the golf course was the perfect way for Tim and Tamra to start their lives together! The couple exchanged vows in the serene setting of Rocky River Golf Club near their house in Concord. They were joined by Tamra's daughter, who is the apple of Tim's eye! Their wedding reflected their commitment to each other and recognized joining of not only two, but the three of them as a family. The wonderful pictures are courtesy of Pamela Blankenship Photography. She even won awards for her photography skills used capturing Tim and Tam's wedding!

Thanks to The Village Blossom for the classic red and white roses that adorned both the guys and girls in the wedding party.

The couple was married on the golf course, with a weeping willow and serene pond as the backdrop. The girls wore classic red satin dresses, while the jr bridesmaids (including Tamra's daughter) wore pure white gowns with red sashes, reflecting the design of both the bride and her adult attendants.

A family friend created the classic round three tiered cake, accented by white and red roses, a miniature version of the bride's bouquet. Red petals created contrast and depth between the white table and white cake.

DJ Chuck Broncato kept the music spinning until it was time for the after party at Embassy Suites. Tim and Tam took a mini honeymoon at the beach, then vacationed in Hawaii a few months later to celebrate their union!

Tim and Tam made us cry at their heart-felt wedding, and now more tears of joy are shed as we celebrate the growth of this beautiful family!

Jessica and Jay in Carolina Bride

2008-04-15T20:07:00.000-04:00

Make sure to pick up the latest issue of Carolina Bride! Our October 6th bride and groom, Jess and Jay, can be found inside. We were honored to be a part of your wedding day and always knew you guys would be famous!

Jessica and Jay's wedding exuded style and grace. From the rich chocolate brown and coral color pallet, to the luminous effect of candlelight, the day was just asking to be in a magazine! Thanks to the artistic eye and unending energy of Andy Chen from Indigo Photography for recording the details for generations to come!

A close up of the Crawford and Company bouquet with vendela roses and stephanotis. The maids bouquets featured a delicate mixture of fall colors.

The couple left the cermony at Little Church on the Lane with a shower of bubbles from well wishers, young and old.

Andy from Indigo stopped the limos in the street to get this incredible shot of the bride and groom, featuring Charlotte's famous oak trees in the background. Check out our homepage shot of the entire bridal party en route to the reception.

The Club at Longview, with its stone walls and ironwork, created the perfect backdrop to be revealed by candlelight. Floating candles in cylinders and rich colored flowers accented every corner of the club.

Cake Expressions by Lisa made a gorgeous pure white, four tiered square cake. Coral petals, floating candles, and a silver cake plateau completed the look romantic, glowing look.

The couple began their escape to Bora Bora by the light of sparklers. We know their life together so far has continued to be lit by love! All our best to Jess and Jay from Soiree Charlotte!