Launched in 2017, The Carolinas Magazine was created by Carl and Michelle Butler. "After working on Trendy Bride for many years, We're so excited to bring you this new regional publication. As North Carolina residents, We're passionate about bringing something fresh and unique to the Carolinas, a place to usher in new ideas while honoring the strong traditions steeped in our Southern roots. This publication aims to provide wedding and travel inspiration that speaks directly to North and South Carolinians. Browse throughout our website for the latest real weddings, styled shoots, wedding tips and more from around the region.”

-Carl and Michelle Butler

John 3:16


Burgundy Bridesmaid Dresses
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Burgundy Bridesmaid Dresses

One color that will never go out of style for Fall-wedding attire is burgundy. This classic color is the staple for Fall weddings. It’s a color that speaks for itself and has a strong/bold color profile.

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Travelers Rest Bridal Portraits
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Travelers Rest Bridal Portraits

Travelers Rest Bridal Portraits. Courtney was looking for a luxury, dreamy location to marry Dan, and she found it in Hotel Domestique. Before their wedding, Courtney spent an afternoon at the boutique hotel for her bridal portraits.

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Spartanburg Bridal Portraits
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Spartanburg Bridal Portraits

Spartanburg Bridal Portraits. I’m so excited to finally share Kimberly’s Duncan Estate bridal session! I still can’t get over the joy of bridals and getting to see our brides put everything together for the first time. South Carolina wedding inspiration

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Garden Greenville Bridal
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Garden Greenville Bridal

Garden Greenville Bridal. Back in March, I met Paige and her aunt at Furman University for her bridal portraits. Of course, getting to this session wasn’t easy, as we had to move the date around a time or two because, South Carolina

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Marriage License
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Marriage License

Marriage License - Make it official: In order to legally get married in North and South Carolina, you must get a marriage license from a local Register of Deeds Office. Upon your visit, you and your partner must fill out an application

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Bohemian Statesville NC Wedding
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Bohemian Statesville NC Wedding

Bohemian Statesville NC Wedding. Since joining the photography industry, I’ve dreamed of hosting my own styled shoot and I knew exactly what I wanted. I dreamed of a bohemian vibe with blush pinks, muted greens, North Carolina

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Weaverville NC Bridal Shoot
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Weaverville NC Bridal Shoot

Weaverville NC Bridal Shoot. When approached by Danielle Sewall, the owner of Freshaire Salon & Spa in downtown Weaverville, about helping her put together a shoot to show off the talents of her hair/makeup team as well, North Carolina

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Dreamy Greensboro Bridal Portraits
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Dreamy Greensboro Bridal Portraits

Dreamy Greensboro Bridal Portraits. Shelby and Matthew recently tied the knot on May 18, 2019 with album from that to come soon! We captured her bridal portraits at their wedding venue in April and we couldn't have had a more beautiful day.

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Durham NC Bridal Shower
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Durham NC Bridal Shower

Durham NC Bridal Shower. This champagne brunch bridal shower designed by wedding coordinator, Tara Ruffier of Premier Party Planners came together perfectly with the help of an incredible team of vendors. This sweet and feminine

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Our Summer 2019 Issue is Here!
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Our Summer 2019 Issue is Here!

The Summer/Fall 2019 issue of The Carolinas Magazine is officially here and we’re excited to herald in the second half of the year with fresh new wedding inspiration from our region. North Carolina, South Carolina, Raleigh, Charleston

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Midland NC Wedding Ideas
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Midland NC Wedding Ideas

Midland NC Wedding Ideas. When deciding on an overall editorial shoot aesthetic, we wanted to create a unique style that encompassed both modern and traditional touches throughout the entire design. North Carolina weddings

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Yellow Wedding Ideas
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Yellow Wedding Ideas

Yellow Wedding Ideas - North Carolina. The inspiration for this shoot was Yellow. With many brides leaning toward pastel blues and pinks, I really wanted to show the gorgeousness behind yellow without using sunflowers. Murphy, NC

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Mountain Magnolia Inn Wedding Shoot
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Mountain Magnolia Inn Wedding Shoot

Mountain Magnolia Inn Wedding Shoot - Hot Springs, North Carolina. After the dreary and gray of winter, I knew I needed a fun, colorful shoot to reawaken my creative juices. I really wanted to explore the Pantone color of the year - coral

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Taylors SC Bridal Portraits
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Taylors SC Bridal Portraits

Taylors SC Bridal Portraits. I’m so excited to share Rachel’s Taylors Mill Bridal Session. Not only because this session is one of my favorites ever but mostly because Rachel is one of the most beautiful brides I have ever seen

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Bridal Tea Party in Lake Norman
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Bridal Tea Party in Lake Norman

Bridal Tea Party in Lake Norman. From the photographer: Lovely South African native celebrates getting married with a Bridal Tea Party for her and her close friends and family. Charlotte, North Carolina bridal shower ideas

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Thomas Bennett House Bridal
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Thomas Bennett House Bridal

Thomas Bennett House Bridal. Hannah was having a destination wedding at The Thomas Bennett House in Charleston, SC. We chose the same venue for her Bridal Portrait because it went with her traditional vibe.

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A Charleston Bridal Session
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A Charleston Bridal Session

A Charleston Bridal Session. Inspiration Story: The bride, Marissa, currently lives in Colorado. While she adores her current home state, she was desperately looking for a change in scenery. She was looking for something warmer,

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Our Winter/Spring 2019 Issue is Here
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Our Winter/Spring 2019 Issue is Here

Our Winter/Spring 2019 Issue is Here. We are so excited to kick off 2019 with our newest issue of The Carolinas Magazine! Our Winter/Spring 2019 issue is visually stunning and impeccably creative thanks to the inventive

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