Winter 2009

Kaminer Haislip & Matt Quinn; September 20, 2008, First (Scots) Presbyterian Church & The William Aiken House

For his 30th birthday, New Jersey-born Matt scored the ultimate gift: His future wife.

Ashleigh Volland & Matthew Whitmore; October 11, 2008, Parish Church of St. Helena & Beaufort Waterfront Park

Ashleigh met Matthew in Beaufort when she was a Charleston-based wine representative and he was the Beaufort Inn’s wine buyer. So it only makes sense they tied the knot in the waterfront town where they fell for each other.

Kristin McCall & Russell Smith, October 11, 2008, Second Presbyterian Church & The Historic Rice Mill

Childhood sweethearts Kristin and Russell have been a couple since they were 15 years old, so they had plenty of time to dream up their wedding, which came eight years later.  

Elizabeth West & Rob Duffey; October 2008, Edisto Beach

Elizabeth and Rob’s October 2008 wedding on Edisto Island centered on relaxation—fitting for a beachside affair. 

What’s one food that lasts (nearly) as long as love? Why fruitcake, of course, which is why the confection plays the lead in a handful of enduring wedding traditions.

Today’s Charleston weddings are all about mixing the hospitality and charm of the Old South with modern aesthetics.

Celeste Rose & Joshua Pratt; December 21, 2008, The William Aiken House

“Even if you aren’t a Martha, finding a few parts to do yourself goes a long way,” says Celeste, who sewed each of her bridesmaids’ gowns.

What’s hot? Piling on priceless gems and mixing warm yellows with cool whites