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
Farmville NC Wedding
Farmville NC Wedding. Elizabeth and Trey were married at the historic May Lew Farms in the quaint town of Farmville, North Carolina. When it came to decor, Elizabeth enlisted the help of her friends and family
Lakeside Raleigh Wedding
Lakeside Raleigh Wedding - North Carolina. From the couple: We met on Match.com. The funny part was that it actually took us 4 different potential dates to actually meet. We both had to cancel once due to last-minute work obligations.
Southern Sophisticated Wedding
Southern Sophisticated Wedding - Raleigh, North Carolina. I kept my grandmother's handkerchief in a beaded purse that my mom carried when she married my dad. I also had a sixpence in my shoe that all of my girl cousins have worn
Southern Leicester Wedding
Southern Leicester Wedding. Lexy and Zach have been sweethearts since high school. They both have grown up in the beautiful mountains of Western, NC. The love these two shares is so infectious and was gorgeous to capture!
Pinehurst Country Club Destination Wedding
Pinehurst Country Club Destination Wedding. Joe and Vilma live in Dubai but planning a destination wedding in Pinehurst. They met in 2008 in Las Vegas. Joe lived in Florida and Vilma lived in California...they shared a love of dancing
Blue Ridge Mountain Club Wedding
Blue Ridge Mountain Club Wedding. Megan and Mike met in high school after Mike moved to Chapin, South Carolina from Pennsylvania. He walked into his freshman physical science class and was instantly blown away by this beautiful
Pinehurst NC Arboretum Wedding
Pinehurst NC Arboretum Wedding. Caleb proposed to Laura on the bridge at the Pinehurst Arboretum. So it was the place they had to get married as well. They decided to share their vows in private during a sweet and tear-filled first look.
Winter Wedding in Durham
Winter Wedding in Durham. Max & Stephanie's had a beautiful black-tie wedding with a fun and playful twist. The bride writes, "We wanted to create the warmth and feeling of a magical winter landscape, with a little bit of drama."
Nashville NC Wedding Photos
Nashville NC Wedding Photos. Lauren and Zach had their beautiful Spring wedding at Rose Hill, a beautiful plantation house in Eastern, NC. They had many beautiful details, however our favorite was a small one - the favors were small
Shannon NC Military Wedding
Shannon NC Military Wedding. John and Maggie met their first year of college in Alabama in 2007. He then deployed to Iraq, leaving Maggie and school. They remained friends but reconnected in 2012 as he was helping his best friend move
Lake Lure Wedding
Lake Lure Wedding. Morgan and Bill’s romantic Lake Lure wedding, at the Rumbling Bald Resort, makes my photographer heart flutter! The white sand beach, calm waters, and beautiful mountains surrounding the venue made
Downtown Durham Wedding
Downtown Durham Wedding. Back in 2014, Nicola was working as a nurse in the Pediatric ICU at Duke and Jack came through as a nervous first-year resident physician. She thought he was handsome, kind, smart and she probably shouldn't
Pinehurst Country Club Wedding
Pinehurst Country Club Wedding - North Carolina. What was the most anticipated or special moment of your wedding day? For the ceremony, we anticipated all of our thoughtful details coming together for a traditional service in The Village Chapel.
Countryside Chapel Hill Wedding
Countryside Chapel Hill Wedding - Chapel Hill Carriage House, North Carolina.. Tell us about the proposal? Visiting my parents in Lake Adger, NC, Powell and I returned to one of our first hikes as a couple: Little Bradley Falls. Two years prior,
Outerbanks North Carolina Wedding
Outerbanks North Carolina Wedding - Nags Head, NC. It all started with Mark moving to San Diego from San Francisco on a whim. He was ready for a change and his friends told him he should do it! Shortly after moving to SD, Mark
Banner Elk NC Wedding
Banner Elk NC Wedding. Christine and Michael knew from the beginning, that their wedding was going to be a destination since they first met in another country! After touring a handful of venues, they knew Overlook Barn
Bear Creek NC Wedding
Bear Creek NC Wedding. Emily and Nicks The Barn at Woodlake Meadows wedding was dripping with romance all tied up in a Blush and Navy package! Everything about this day was gorgeous! It was clear that Emily put so much time
Belmont NC Wedding
Belmont NC Wedding. Chris and Kristin planned a destination wedding at the beautifully lush Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens in Belmont, NC. There was a predicted 100% chance of rain the day before their wedding but day of, they miraculously
Goat Wedding in Chapel Hill NC
Goat Wedding in Chapel Hill NC. Jill and Justin celebrated surrounded by bouquet loving goats, an open-air chapel, and an elegant barn where they danced the night away! Chapel Hill Carriage House - North Carolina Weddings
Whitsett NC Wedding Photos
Whitsett NC Wedding Photos. What can I say about Katie & Dan? Honestly, Katie + Dan said "I Do" in a whimsical themed wedding in June. In a short but meaningful ceremony, they said their vows under a beautiful floral canopy and kicked off