Southern Chic Wedding in an 18th Century Octagonal Garden

Lorena and Thomas’ Southern chic wedding in one of the oldest landscaped gardens in Charleston is one that’s sure to brighten your day. They brought sophisticated drama to the land of palmettos with breathtaking reception details and an even more showstopping gown. If your heart skips a beat when tradition is met with glamour, then prepare to be wowed by this cosmopolitan soiree.

Monika Gauthier‘s stylish captures have us feeling lighter than air. You’ll understand soon as you gaze into wedding day perfection head on.

The Lowcountry has character enough with its twisty oaks dripping in Spanish moss, but combined with these impeccable designs from Pure Luxe Bride, L + T’s wedding goes above and beyond in the eye candy department.

Lazy sheep stroll across the grounds of Middleton Place in a scene we could watch forever.

This Galia Lahav gown is fierce as all get-out! We can’t take our eyes off the dramatic tulle skirt.

Sophisticated mermaid waves from Paper Dolls and bold makeup from Jonny Cosmetics, Lorena would make Tyra Banks proud with her perfect smize.

We’re digging these textured chargers from Event Works!

This minimalist wedding cake from Sablee with thin branches + sugar magnolias has us diving into a buttercream fantasy.

Can we pause for a moment to appreciate the delicate greenery climbing the exposed pavilion beams? Branch Design Studio leaves a trail of romance wehrever they step!

From the stylist, Francesca of Pure Luxe Bride: On a gorgeous spring day, Lorena + Thomas tied the knot at Middleton Place. Looking fabulous in her Galia Lahav gown, Lorena walked down the aisle in a picturesque ceremony in the octagonal garden, followed by a lovely cocktail hour with music provided by a Spanish guitarist. The Pavilion was covered in blush and white florals provided by Branch Design Studio, with a touch of greenery and gold accents. The head table had an amazing hanging floral installation, with a custom lace overlay, gold chargers and blush napkins. Under the tent, guests partied away to Darby entertainment with a beautiful floral chandelier, lounge groupings, and a black and white dance floor. After a fun evening, the couple departed through a sparkler tunnel as the new Mr. + Mrs. Costa!