real weddings
Checking out real Nashville weddings is a great way to get ideas and discover wedding resources. With over 100 real Nashville weddings listed below - from modern to classic - you're sure to find some you love!
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A Hand-crafted, 1920s Style Wedding at Marathon Village, Complete with Origami and Cranes!
Friday, May 23, 2014
When a bride and groom hand-fold 1,500 origami paper cranes, you know that their wedding was truly a labor of love. Meet Lindsay and David; a couple that wanted their wedding to be truly “them.” And you will see in the photos below, captured beautifully by Lane Photography, that it most certainly was!
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Real Nashville Wedding: “The Dress Picked Me!” Says Jill of the Gown for Her Southern-Style Wedding
Friday, May 16, 2014
Jill and Brandon were planning on eloping until a generous friend offered them his farm to say “I do” and celebrate with friends and family. After they toured the farm, they loved it so much that their minds were set… they were a having big, southern-style wedding!
Fast forward to the wedding day, filled with classic white and cream flowers, rustic burlap, romantic candles and café lighting, festive mason jars and of course, the joy and love that radiated from the bride and groom.
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The Baber House in Gallatin, a Beautiful Backdrop for Courtney & Christopher’s Shabby Chic Wedding
Friday, May 9, 2014
When Courtney and Christopher Ryan tied the knot last June at the Baber House in Gallatin, they did so in style - Southern style, that is! With vintage details, burlap and lace, and Tiffany blue and pale pink accents adorning every aspect of their decor, this laid back couple focused on having a great party with their friends and family in a beautiful rustic setting.
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Military Groom & Bride Splurge on Photos, Mark End of Long-Distance Relationship with Nashville Wed
Friday, May 2, 2014
Long-distance relationships are hard. Add a deployment on top of that and most engaged couples are ready to run to the courthouse to save precious time and money.
Though that option crossed their minds, Rachel and Craig knew they wanted to outwardly seal their commitment to each other in the presence of all their family and friends. With Craig stationed in California or on long stints on a Navy aircraft carrier, the pair wanted a wedding at a location they held close to their hearts.
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Sarah & William Bring Alaskan Birch Details & Florida Seashells to Colorful Houston Station Affair
Friday, April 25, 2014
When planning your wedding in a new city, it's important to bring aspects of your past to share with your guests. For Sarah and William, personal touches like family photos, birch details from Sarah's native Alaska, and seashells from William's home state of Florida really set their decor apart and helped to personalize their intimate gathering.
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Amanda & David Share Their Traditional, Outdoor Wedding at Nashville’s Cheekwood Botanical Garden
Friday, April 18, 2014
When Amanda and David wed last October, they looked for a venue that would provide traditional elements, while incorporating their love of nature. They found this balance in Cheekwood's elegant outdoor setting. The ceremony was held in the Wills Garden, and the reception took place in the courtyard of the Frist Learning Center, which provided the perfect place for a send-off under the stars - with leaves!
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Danielle & Kyle Showcase Nashville with Wedding Reception at Historical War Memorial (Part 2)
Friday, April 11, 2014
Danielle and Kyle's goal was to treat guests to a memorable Nashville wedding. With the help of their wedding planner, Sarah of Music City Events, they did just that. Starting with a rehearsal dinner at Hard Rock Cafe and ending with a wedding reception at War Memorial, their wedding was all about their love for one another, their love for the city of Nashville and showcasing both to friends and family.
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Sophisticated & Southern: Jessica & Adam’s Kate Spade-inspired, Wedding at Nashville’s aVenue
Friday, April 4, 2014
“Modern Kate Spade.” This is how bride Jessica describes her dream wedding. Helping to make that dream a beautiful reality was Sarah Ann Miller of Randi Events. This gorgeous winter wedding was held at aVenue, in the heart of bustling downtown Nashville. aVenue is a contemporary yet rustic, dramatic two-story space that is a true blank canvas, making it the perfect location for Jessica and Adam to have a truly distinctive wedding that was all their own.
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Fun-Loving Couple Whitney & Robby Get Married; Host Lighthearted Wedding at The Pick Inn in Gallatin
Friday, March 28, 2014
There were tears, there was laughter and goodness gracious, there was dancing! For Whitney and Robby Carman, they wanted just a few things for their wedding: That it be fun, reflect their goofy sides and be an awesome gathering of family and friends that they would always remember.
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Chicago Couple Celebrate Nashville Destination Wedding, Captured by Nyk & Cali Photography
Friday, March 21, 2014
For Chicago couple Joscelyne and Michael, Nashville holds a special place in their hearts. Not only was it the city where they had spent a memorable New Year’s vacation, but it ended up ultimately being the city where Michael would ask Joscelyne to be his wife. So, it comes as no surprise that Nashville would be the couple’s first and only choice for an intimate destination wedding with their closest family and friends.
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Laid-back Couple Leah & Steven Enjoy a Fun-Filled Winter Wedding, Intimate Houston Station Reception
Friday, March 14, 2014
When I saw the photos from Leah and Steven's December wedding, it was clear that this couple and their guests thoroughly enjoyed their wedding day, despite the dreary weather outside. From their first look to their first dance, these two love birds showed off their excitement for each other.
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Ashley & Armin’s Unforgettable Multi-Cultural Soiree, Planned by Regalo Design
Friday, March 7, 2014
The merging of two cultures is a beautiful thing that should be celebrated. Bride, Ashley is African-American and grew up in a traditional southern family. Groom, Armin is Serbian-Hungarian who moved to the United States when he was 17. While planning their “I Do’s,” it was important to Ashley and Armin that their War Memorial wedding be a celebration of these distinct cultures. With the help of Regalo Design, they had a stunning fete that did just that.
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Couple Fall in Love with Venue at First Sight; Enjoy Effortless, Romantic Wedding at Cedarwood
Friday, February 28, 2014
When Heather and Corey visited Cedarwood, it was love at first sight. This easy going couple just knew that choosing a venue that was all-inclusive was the perfect choice for their dream of an “effortless” wedding day.
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Carolyn & Jeffrey Treat Guests to Scenic, Downtown Nashville & Rooftop Wed at The Bridge Building
Friday, February 21, 2014
Nashville is a city that you want to show off. What better way to do so than to treat your guests to a ceremony perched on a rooftop that offers stunning views of the spectacular skyline? Carolyn and Jeffrey are a fashionable couple that describe their personal style as classic, sleek and modern. That style was translated beautifully by planner Sarah Willard from Music City Events, into a luxurious and contemporary Nashville-style wedding for the bride and groom’s out-of-town guests to enjoy.
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Russ & Carrie Wed at Scarritt Bennett, Head to Nashville Zoo for Their Posh & Playful Reception
Friday, February 14, 2014
It was hard to select my favorite photos from the 1,000 that I reviewed from Russ and Carrie's wedding. Each moment, captured by Paul Rowland, was an important part of a larger story. And while the bride's biggest regret was not having a videographer (the most common regret of Nashville brides), her photos take us on a remarkable journey.
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Tale of 5 Cities: Stylish Bride & Groom Tell Love Story, Celebrate Family with Franklin, TN Wedding
Friday, February 7, 2014
They had me at their dessert table. I fell totally in love with Ashley & Devin's wedding the moment I saw the colors, design, paper goods, cupcakes and cake pops on their sweets table. Then, Ashley sent me more photos from her wedding - the rich and whimsical color palette and of course, the beautiful couple - and I knew their wedding was one you'd also want to see.
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The Collection Captures Sydney & Phillip’s Intimate Moments, DIY Details & Food Truck Reception
Friday, January 31, 2014
Some weddings are do-it-yourselfers. Sydney and Phillip took the idea a step further, having what I'd call a "communal wedding". They reached out to family and friends who worked together to help with everything, from officiating and coordinating the day to making the wedding cake. Everyone had a hand in the couple's wedding day...and looking back, Sydney and Phillip wouldn't change one thing.
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Chassity & Richard’s Traditional Wedding at Born Again Church, Captured by Audio Video Art
Friday, January 24, 2014
Take one part laid-back groom and add one part color-loving, stylish bride and what does that equal? One totally fabulous wedding!
Meet Chassity & Richard, a couple who worked together to incorporate both of their personalities into their big day. They wanted to give their friends and family a colorful and classy celebration filled with delicious food, delectable drinks and fantastic music, and they did just that!
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Real Nashville Wedding: Quirky, Vegan Couple Wed on a Budget in Colorful, Non-Religious Ceremony
Friday, January 17, 2014
Jennifer is an offbeat, Nashville bride. She and now-husband David are individuals who wanted to be sure that every aspect of their wedding spoke to their values and personalities. They searched for a rare wedding venue that would suit their budget and their desire for a non-religious ceremony. They doled out DIY tasks to the BrideKicks (aka bridesmaids) and had their grooms wear their favorite frocks in lieu of rented suits.
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Melissa & Nathan’s Front Porch Farms Wedding Takes Guests to New Heights (Hot Air Balloon Included)!
Thursday, December 26, 2013
There's just something special about a Front Porch Farms wedding. From the picturesque hilltop location with breathtaking views of the countryside to the vintage charm that exudes from the unique ceremony and reception sites, Front Porch Farms always delivers the “wow factor.”
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Leslie & Nathan’s Wedding at Oaklawn Plantation: Tradition Sprinkled With A Lot Of Elbow Grease
Friday, December 6, 2013
When a bride and groom are able to pull off a seamless blend of tradition and creativity, it makes for one pretty special wedding day. Leslie and Nathan combined their love for the great outdoors with their desire to have their personal stamp on the details for the June wedding at the pristine Oaklawn Plantation in Spring Hill.
