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In honor of Halloween, we have a slightly-eery, Southern Gothic inspiration board for you today!

Credits, clockwise from top left:

Wedding dress with black sash photo by Julie Lim via Southern Weddings; black and white striped bouquet from Martha Stewart Weddings; key ring shot by Erin Hearts Court; “Gloria” dress from Vera Wang Fall 2011; jeweled hairpiece by Elsa Corsi via Style Me Pretty; Spanish moss; candelabra centerpiece photo by Bryan Johnson via Southern Weddings; paper suite by Martha Stewart Weddings via Ritzy Bee

P.S. Last year’s Halloween board

emily Written with love by Emily
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  1. avatar desiree reply

    this is right up my ‘idea alley’ of doing a Twilight photoshoot or wedding! nice work

  2. avatar Lisa reply

    Ahh, that Spanish moss! So beautiful and mysterious. Happy Halloween, y’all!

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Today, belles and beaus, I have the distinct pleasure of introducing my dear friend and colleague’s wedding to the love of her life. Katharine and Kyle are kind of an epic couple (they have the same first initial thing going for them, Kyle’s about six and a half feet tall, they met as undergrads at Harvard, etc., etc.), and their wedding was fittingly epic: classic, romantic, meaningful — everything you could hope for on the day you begin your new life as a couple. I was honored to be in attendance (and to be a bridesmaid, of course!).

But on to the details! Katharine’s gorgeous dress is the “Blakely” by Amsale, purchased on an epic (yes, again) trip to Kleinfeld last January. Its clean, structured style really set the tone for the rest of the wedding day, in my opinion. She paired Miss Blakely with the “Elke” shoes from Nina and a clutch from Davie & Chiyo (a shower gift from yours truly!). The ‘maids wore floor-length black gowns, and most of us wore gold and pearl jewelry from Erin McDermott, a gift from Katharine at the rehearsal dinner. We all carried white bouquets arranged by SW’s Editor in Chief, Lara Casey (the lovely blooms came courtesy of wholesaler Fifty Flowers)!

I think KTW was a bit nervous about how her wedding day “look” was going to come together, but it’s safe to say that the inimitable Scoobie West surpassed everyone’s expectations, not only creating flawless updo’s and faces for everyone who asked, but keeping the getting-ready room light and nerve-free. (He did scold us for eating pre-ceremony pizza in our dresses, but we’ll forgive him that.)

Take a peek at these portraits of the ladies, gents, ladies + gents, families, and “first look” (outside of K + K’s freshman dorm — awww!) then come back quick for all the ceremony details! Gorgeous images courtesy of Bryan Johnson of A Bryan Photo, who perfectly delivered on Katharine’s request for black and white images.

Readers, you should know that Mr. Kyle stepped up and filled out the interview on behalf of the happy couple… enjoy!

Occupations: Professional student debtors.
How did the two of you meet? Tell us your story. I was lucky to meet Katharine on my first day of college freshman year during a dorm-wide game of “Never Have I Ever.” (We were both assigned to the “Hurlbut” dorm. It was fate.) While I was immediately attracted to her, she was just as quickly suspicious of me. A cat and mouse… or, more accurately, a Kat and Kyle… game ensued. Eventually, I wore her down with weekly dates to Dollar Scoop Tuesdays at Baskin Robbins. And my devastatingly good looks.
Describe the proposal: The short version? Kyle got down on one knee, and Katharine said yes. The longer one? I took Katharine back to Harvard, where we first met, and arranged for a candlelit dinner of Chinese cuisine by the river. It was hopelessly romantic. Just like I am. The catch? I apparently overlooked the fact that Cambridge in December is a little chilly, to say the least. After accepting my heartfelt proposal, Katharine proceeded to inform me she had never been so cold in her entire life. To that end, she couldn’t even put on her engagement ring for a full hour until her hands had thawed.
Three adjectives that describe the day are: Tigerblood, #winning and Sheentastic. Fast, 2Fast and 2Furious. No, but really: classic, elegant and timeless.
What was the design inspiration for your wedding? Whatever my wife told me it would be. Next question?
Favorite design element of your big day: The vintage Rolls Royce my father-in-law surprised us with after the ceremony. Thanks, Dad!

emily Written with love by Emily
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  1. avatar Brittgary reply

    Beyond gorgeous. I am slightly obsessed with the dress. Truly classic and beautiful!

    • avatar Katharine reply

      Thank you, Britt! It was my father’s favorite, so that settled it :)

  2. avatar Natalie Norton reply

    My GOSH Katherine, your dress blows my mind.

  3. avatar Gabriela reply

    I went to college with Erin McDermott. Her jewlery is lovely. I am so glad to see it on your blog :)

    • avatar Katharine reply

      Erin is AMAZING! (And so is UVA!) She was my babysitter way back when and attended the same middle and high school. I felt lucky to have her design something special for my wedding, and my girls loved the finished product :)

  4. avatar Taylor reply

    I am so sorry if this question has already been answered, but Katharine, can you share your nail polish color? Love the vintagey-red and that you didn’t go with some predictable shade of “bridal-nude” or “bridal-pink.” Thanks!!

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    Classical elegance to the Max! And I’ve had such a good experience with Fifty Flowers. 2G Roses were my go to wholesalers but I’m starting to reconsider…

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    Absolutely beautiful images! Very nice wedding!

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Virginia weddings always make me a little giddy, and Michelle + King’s Charlottesville celebration is everything I could hope for: an authentic 100-acre plantation (once owned by Thomas Jefferson’s son-in-law!), a Southern-sized troupe of attendants and some of the most darling flower girls I’ve ever seen. The classic black & white photos from Adam Barnes Photography isn’t too shabby, either! The bride wowed in a feminine Modern Trousseau lace dress and vintage veil, and the eleven-strong bridesmaids were lovely in lavender gowns from Priscilla of Boston. As a lover of all rose bouquets, it’s no surprise I love the delicate blooms from Pat’s Floral Design.

How did the two of you meet? Tell us your story. My roommate and good friend was dating (and eventually married) a good friend of King’s from college. When their friends, Caroline and Trey, got engaged, King took a chance and invited Michelle to go to their engagement party. Michelle was home for her brother’s wedding and could not attend the party, so King set up a date for the following week.
Describe the proposal. (From the groom) I knew that Michelle would like to celebrate with her family, so I waited until we visited her family in Naples, Florida in January. We set up a picnic out on the beach and, as the sun went down, I asked her to go for a walk. We got about 5 minutes away from everyone and I asked her. We then celebrated with her family at her favorite restaurant, Bleu Provence.
Three adjectives that describe the day are: Intimate, romantic, and fun!
Our favorite details of the wedding were: Our favorite details included our purple dance floor, lollypop escort cards in the shape of the initials K and M, and late night root beer floats. Also, King’s good friend and usher, Brad Bays, played “Brand New Day” by Van Morrison at the ceremony.
What Southern details or traditions did you include in your celebration? What was Southern about your wedding? The wedding was in Virginia on a 100-acre property once owned by Thomas Jefferson’s son-in-law.
Tell us about finding your wedding dress: I knew I wanted something that would reflect my Hispanic heritage and to me that meant lace and capped sleeves. I loved how the dress was romantic and so comfortable and easy to dance in.

Written with love by Katharine
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  2. avatar Kristin Nicole reply

    Gorgeous, as always

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