Hello, my pretties! Can you believe how jam-packed our schedule was? We fit as many gorgeous gowns and fabulous friends (new and old) into our three days in the city as possible. It’s certainly making my head whirl!
Marissa and I began day three in Judd Waddell’s beautiful showroom. This collection was most definitely a favorite of mine. I was swooning over the rows of tiny buttons up the backs of many of the designs. Each dress was simple, timeless, and utterly perfect for Southern brides. It was wonderful to chat with Judd after the showing. He’s quite the gentleman!
We spent much of Monday morning jumping from booth to booth at the Piers. Marissa and I were overwhelmed by the hundreds of fabulous designers there. While we didn’t have time to stop by every booth (if only!), it was wonderful to see some familiar faces and make new friends.
We ran into the gorgeous and super trendy Lindsie at Haute Bride and I was so tempted to try on all of her fabulous beads and baubles. We also said a quick hello to Coren Moore, whose lovely ad is featured in Southern Weddings V4.
One of the best surprise finds of the day were Veronica Sheaffer’s stunning gowns. Her newest collection is inspired by weathered white-washed fences. You can’t get much more Southern than that!
After many a tweet back and forth, we finally met up with SW favorite Kristy Rice of Momental Designs. What’s that she’s holding? Only a copy of Southern Weddings V4!
While at the Piers, we had the opportunity to squeeze into the Watters show. The Watters collection featured fun veils and beautiful gowns (of course). I fell in love with these printed bridesmaid dresses. Wouldn’t they be perfect for a garden wedding?
Before we left the Piers, we made sure to stop by and chat with the lovely ladies at Ivy + Aster. They are sweet as sugar and cute to boot!
Who took these fabulous photos? Mr. Trent Bailey, of course!
Be sure to drop back in this afternoon for the very last part of our Bridal Market adventure. Believe me, you won’t want to miss it. Want a hint for what’s ahead? Marissa and I may have had a chance to play dress-up. Just wait till you see what we got to try on!
I pre- ordered mine! I have been dying for the new Design Sponge book. Crossing my fingers.
I snagged my copy of V4 from your very own SWPS! I’m so glad I did too, I got it early enough to enjoy it the whole weekend too! The Design Sponge book would be so helpful, I’m a budding designer myself!!
This is too much fun! I love the photo with Grace! My copies of V4 arrived in Maine on Monday courtesy of the SWPS! Thank you, thank you!
I pre-ordered but happened to find a copy in Books-a-million a day before mine came in! When I went to the counter to check out the following conversation took place:
“Oh let me see your engagement ring!”
“Actually I’ve been married for two years but I’m a photographer and one of my pictures is in here!”
“Wait, what?!”
It was awesome! I still haven’t made it through all of the amazing pages, I love V4!
That is an AWESOME story, Kelly!
I pre-ordered mine, and OMIGOODNESS, it was FUN to get in the mail!
Oh! I wanted to go to this book signing! I got my copy of V4 at the Barnes & Noble in Cary NC!
I just picked up my copy at the Barnes and Noble in New Hope Commons in Durham! I wish I could’ve picked it up from the Southpoint location so I could have seen you. I have been gushing to everyone how it is my new favorite wedding magazine!!
my fiance’ is still laughing at the fact that i ran to the mailbox in my pajamas at 10PM as soon as my outlook reminder popped up that V4 had shipped this past weekend…and that i was already deep into the second spread before i even got back into the house! thanks swps for delivering so many pages of goodness!
Oh Man! I wish I had known about the D*S book signing, What a treat! My gorgeous copy of SW4 came through the SWPS. What a lovely package to be delivered just in time to visit family. I got to show off my ring shot (by Nancy Ray) to my grandma on her birthday! She was so excited :) It really is Gooder than Grits!!
Can’t wait to go to B&N at Streets at Southpoint today at lunch to get my copy!! The first three issues are waiting for their new partner at home!
Barnes & Noble at Southpoint – What a good find :-)
Found mine at Barnes & Noble in Charlottesville, VA!
I snagged my V4 preorder! I knew I had to have it!
I snagged my V4 pre-order! I knew I had to have it!
Barnes & Noble in Greenville, SC. Girls, you have beyond outdone yourselves with this issue. It was absolutely beautiful!
Just called and Barnes and Noble in Johnson city, TN and “Blake” is holding V4 for me till this afternoon…I can’t wait. We also love Design Sponge!!!
I’m waiting on Barnes and Noble to call me back!!!
LOVE Grace’s blog, and I therefore know I will love her book! I of course pre-ordered several copies, and I’m excited to do an SW giveaway on my blog tomorrow. It’s even more beautiful when I hold it in my hands! xo Love you ladies!
I pre ordered mine and had it delivered to my doorstep! Can’t wait to curl up by the fireplace and read it this weekend!!
I pre-ordered my V4! I looked through all the pics the night I got it, now i need to read the articles.
Barnes and Noble in Cary! Love it:)
B&N Southpoint… The same spot Nicole is sitting!! So happy : )
Always grab my copy through SWPS…the OCD in me MUST pre-order!
I found my copy Southern Weddings at the Publix grocery store! it was the first time I’d seen the magainze and I absolutely loved it… read it cover to cover twice, and I ordered V2 online!
I got mine at Target! Love it! Good job girls:)
Nowhere to order or buy a magazine like that where I live :( But a signed DS book would be such a joy!
I’m planning on buying a copy at Barnes & Noble this weekend!
U haven’t picked up my copy yet, but I would love to win to signed book! It’s been in my amazon cart for days :)
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Im new to Miami and I went to the Coral Gables Barnes and Noble to get the last issue and nearly through a fit because it wasn’t there!!! But I happened to be taking a trip to purchase some new reads and decided to give it another go! And I FOUND it! I was so excited! So everyone in Miami go to the Coral Gables Barnes and Noble!
My mother-in-law picked up a beautiful copy for me at our Books-A-Million! That store is my 2yo daughter’s favorite place. They had a lovely little date and picked up a treat for me! It’s stunning!!!
Food Lion!