EUROPEAN COUNTRYSIDE INSPIRED ELOPEMENT IN THE LABEL WEDDING DRESS
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you’d think that a wedding venue inspired by the european countryside would feel more vintage than modern, but that certainly isn’t the case at the bradford in new hill, north carolina. this 12 acre wedding estate allows couples to experience the charm of rustic wedding details, while also offering touches of timeless wedding aesthetics.
we’ve broken down the classic wedding details we love from this north carolina styled wedding, as well as contemporary pieces that perfectly speak to the venue’s on-trend space.
GRAND LANDSCAPING
one of the first things to note about the bradford is its long dirt driveway. lined by bricks with garden beds on either side, this classical driveway is the first thing guests see when arriving. once guests get closer to the estate, they see the circle driveway and cement fountain in the middle.
after entering the wedding venue, the courtyard holds even more elegant landscaping. stepping onto a stone patio with grass joints, the elevated wedding reception dinner felt like a true garden soirée. bistro lights hung softly across the open patio, while the building’s whitewashed brick and paneled exteriors created a minimalistic ambiance.
taking to the middle of the stone and grass dance floor, this polished outdoor wedding in north carolina felt relaxed while still being fancy.
GORGEOUS WEDDING DINNER
outdoor wedding dinners seem to be trending as of late. from balcony wedding banquets to wedding beach picnics, dining outside is such a fun way to communally celebrate your marriage. for this wedding dinner, the decor was kept simple and sophisticated.
the table was covered in a white tablecloth while pops of pink added color to the table setting. light pink napkins were placed neatly on top of light gray wedding plates and small centerpiece bouquets blossomed with pink and white flowers. stemless champagne flutes were placed on the right side of the plates and golden flatware added a warm touch to this mostly pastel wedding color palette
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STYLISH WEDDING PHOTOS
while both the courtyard and outdoor reception were traditional, select bride and groom portraits kept things trendy. you’ve likely seen the blurry wedding photos that capture the carefree spirit of couples and their fun wedding day. first seen in editorial and fine-art wedding photography, many wedding galleries these days contain at least a few of these coveted wedding portraits.
seen in photos where this couple is running across the lawn, we love the easygoing and cheerful wedding vibes these sorts of photos portray.
THE LABEL BRIDE WEDDING DRESS
looking for another ultramodern edition to this exquisite wedding? look no further than ‘TENNYSON’ by The Label. modern bridal style meets casual wedding look with this plunging v-neckline crepe wedding dress. the gown’s thin spaghetti straps and low back lead to a dramatic train and snug silhouette.
shown here with minimal jewelry and nude bridal heels, we love that TENNYSON wedding dress isn’t competing with any bridal accessories. wearing her hair in soft curls, this serene wedding focuses on the special details.
dress designer: The Label / bridal shop: a&bé raleigh / photographer: photos by egm / models: drew and leanna norris / venue: the bradford / jewelry: jewelry authority / florals: lorien's florals