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Most Memorable 2016: Instagram Favorites

by Kristin in Inspirations on December 28, 2016

Our Instagram family continues to grow and grow–over 236,000 friends have spent time with us over the last year. Y’all have swooned over sweet moments and lovely wedding details and laughed along with the behind-the-scenes peeks into life in our office. We don’t use the word family lightly, as we love being able to interact with y’all through the power of social sharing. It’s always fun to see what y’all like the most and which details or moments lead to the most conversation. Here are ten of our most-liked Instagram posts from 2016!

“We were always aware that we were inviting people to my family’s home, so every detail was designed to make the reception welcoming and intimate.” From the twinkling clear-top tent to the thank you notes at every place setting, we can only imagine how welcome Emily and Jim made their beloved guests feel! See more from their wedding in #SouthernWeddingsV8 and on #SouthernWeddings today (link in profile). By @KateHeadley, planning and design by @PineappleProDC, florals by @VictoriaClausenFlorals.

A photo posted by Southern Weddings Magazine (@southernweddings) on Jan 27, 2016 at 1:56pm PST

The stunning tented reception space at Emily and Jim’s wedding

Good golly, y’all, we’ve got a treat for you on #SouthernNewlywed today! @HopeTerk and @Michael_Houser are sharing the before and after of their darling Charlotte home on the blog, and let me tell you, these two have some serious @JoannaGaines cred. Link in profile to see so much more – I may have included too many photos, but I just couldn’t help myself! :) Photo by @Sophie_Brendle. – @EmilyAyerThomas https://southernweddings.com /2016/10/28/southern-newlywed-home-hope-michael

A photo posted by Southern Weddings Magazine (@southernweddings) on Oct 28, 2016 at 6:04am PDT

Hope and Michael’s darling newlywed home tour with some impressive before-and-after renovation peeks

“When we saw Pippin Hill, we fell in love with the beautiful scenery right away. We plan to go back year after year for our anniversary. It is such a special and beautiful place, and we are so glad we got to spend the best day of our lives there!” Find Erica and John’s pink and gold @PippinHillFarm wedding in #SouthernWeddingsV8 and on #SouthernWeddings today! Link in profile. By @RachelMayPhoto, planning and design by @AmoreEventCo, florals by @BlueRidgeFloralDesign.

A photo posted by Southern Weddings Magazine (@southernweddings) on Feb 3, 2016 at 11:01am PST

A breathtaking setting for Erica and John’s wedding ceremony.

“I wanted stargazer lilies and peonies because they are my mom’s favorite flowers. Hydrangeas, magnolias, and gardenias were incorporated because both my grandmothers and my mom carried them in their bouquets.” The bouquet was only one of many meaningful details at Maggie and Travis’ wedding–see their day on #SouthernWeddings! Link in profile. By @GracieBluePhotography, planning by @AlexMeyerEvents, bride’s gown by Anna Maier, bouquet by @PaletteOfPetals.

A photo posted by Southern Weddings Magazine (@southernweddings) on Feb 11, 2016 at 6:01am PST

Maggie’s magnificent and perfectly pink bouquet

We’re smitten with @MissHayleyPaige’s stylish and fun designs, and know that y’all are, too! North Carolina brides, don’t miss the Hayley Paige trunk show this weekend at our #BlueRibbonVendor bridal salon @CoastalKnot. Visit coastalknot.com to make an appointment ASAP! Photo of Coastal Knot bride Amanda in a Hayley Paige gown and @HeidiElnora jacket by @MelissaDeLorme.

A photo posted by Southern Weddings Magazine (@southernweddings) on Feb 11, 2016 at 2:02pm PST

Amanda’s stylish Hayley Paige gown and classic up-do

While I love reliving each real wedding we post through the pictures, the stories from the couple make the photos even more meaningful! Brent and Graham’s big day is no exception! Knowing they dated four years before they lived in the same place makes the joy on their faces even more sweet! Head to the link in our profile to read more about their celebration! Photo by Blue Ribbon Vendor @AnnaRouth. -@Jess_Metcalf . https://southernweddings.com /2016/12/14/brooklandwood-wedding-anna-routh/

A photo posted by Southern Weddings Magazine (@southernweddings) on Dec 14, 2016 at 6:45am PST

Brent and Graham’s elegant (and cozy) wedding portrait

That veil, though ??? Thank you so much to @LoveMintPhotography for sharing! At @VilladelLagoTX, planning by @HeavenlyDayEvents, florals by @FloraFetish.

A photo posted by Southern Weddings Magazine (@southernweddings) on Dec 8, 2016 at 5:00pm PST

This sweet bride’s stunning veil

It is quite possible that this is one of my favorite looks of any #SouthernWeddings editorial. A bold statement, I know. But I’m a classic Southern bride through and through, so when you combine my very favorite style elements (big Southern hair, bows, and pearls!) I’m all in a tizzy! Plus, being married to a born and raised Montgomery boy, I can’t help but love our Montgomery bride just a little extra. Link in profile to see the all our beautiful South city styles. Photo by #BlueRibbonVendor @KatelynJames, hair by @AshandCoBridalHair, makeup by @BellelinaStudio, dress by @MiraZwillinger, bouquet by @StephanieGibbsEvents, jewelry by @Croghans, at @KSHGEvents. – @MarissaKloess P.S. Insta has a zoom now, so you can see how gorgeous this gown is! ?https://southernweddings.com /2016/12/13/favorite-wedding-dresses-southern-brides/

A photo posted by Southern Weddings Magazine (@southernweddings) on Dec 15, 2016 at 12:02pm PST

Our Montgomery bride and her perfect bow-backed gown

A December wedding doesn’t have to mean holly and evergreen everywhere! My favorite part of Peyton and Tyler’s wedding is how different pieces of their big day gave a nod to the holiday season, like her beautiful bridesmaid dresses, without an overload of red and green! I used to think I wanted to get married in the Spring, but today’s wedding just might have changed my mind! Head to the link in our profile to see more from @BenFinch! -@Jess_Metcalf . https://southernweddings.com /2016/12/01/rt-lodge-wedding-finch-photo/

A photo posted by Southern Weddings Magazine (@southernweddings) on Dec 1, 2016 at 10:30am PST

Peyton and her maids (and their magical winter wedding day style)

Written with love by Kristin

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