Grab a tissue, friends–it has been a little while since we had a wedding film on the blog, but I promise it has been worth the wait! I couldn’t get through Meredith and Tate’s highlights film (beautifully captured and created by our Blue Ribbon Vendor, PenWeddings) without some serious tears, thanks to their loving families and friends, their emotional ceremony, and the joy that was evident at every moment. I also love the way PenWeddings was on hand to capture moments from the rehearsal dinner, too–I remember the entirety of my wedding weekend just as fondly as I remember the day itself, so it was especially touching to witness how magical each part of this gorgeous Charleston weekend was for Meredith and Tate!
Meredith + Tate | Charleston South Carolina wedding at William Aiken House from Sarah Pendergraft on Vimeo.
How did y’all meet? Tell us your love story! We met on a blind date! Our vet (who is now one of our good friends) set us up. Tate had just gotten a boxer puppy and was at an appointment for the puppy shots when she just flat out asked him if he was single. He said yes and then she gave him my number. I guess you could call it puppy love! :)
What Southern details or traditions did you include in your celebration? What was Southern about your wedding? Since we got married in the deep South, Charleston, South Carolina, I guess that is the biggest detail! We did a carriage ride for our bridesmaid luncheon, and getting married in the very first church established in the South was pretty cool!
What was your most memorable moment about your wedding day? I remember so much from the wedding and I am so glad I took advice from friends to step away every 30 minutes or so to take it all in. But, I think the most memorable part was walking down the aisle to Elvis Presley’s “Can’t Help Falling in Love” sung by my dad’s very best friend, and seeing my handsome groom waiting for me. I just stared at him the whole way down the aisle!
Cinematography: PenWeddings | Photography: Corbin Gurkin | Design, Florals, and Linens: Tara Guerard Soiree | Ceremony Venue: First Baptist Church | Reception Venue: William Aiken House | Rehearsal Dinner: McCrady’s Restaurant | Wedding Cake: Wedding Cakes by Jim Smeal | Catering: Patrick Properties Hospitality Group | Ceremony Strings: Charleston Virtuosi | Ceremony Choir: Voices of Deliverance | Band/MC: Simply Irresistible | Tents and Furniture: Snyder Event Rentals | Lighting and Sound: Production Design Associates | Hair Stylist: Kristy Cuthbert of Sola Salon | Makeup Artist: Diedre Outlaw of Studio M Charleston | Bride’s Gown and Groom’s Suit: Vera Wang | Bridal Attendant: Cacky’s Bride Aid | Bridesmaid Dresses: Kate McDonald | Stationery: Lettered Olive | Calligraphers: Claudia Engle Lettering & Design and Elizabeth Porcher Jones | Transportation: Absolutely Charleston, Marquee Limo, Palmetto Carriage | Getaway Vehicle: ACW Limo
What a stunning location for a wedding! Well done on the video. Love your work.