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
Asheville NC Wedding Inspo
Asheville NC Wedding Inspo. I have been dreaming of shooting at a gorgeous white barn for a while now! So when I discovered Chestnut Ridge Wedding venue in Asheville, I was over the moon to shoot here. A gorgeous white barn
The Glass Box Wedding Inspo
The Glass Box Wedding Inspo. This "Classic & Chic" styled shoot in Raleigh, NC, incorporated touches of summer wedding details along with a mix of classic and modern elements. Our model, Mallory, wore two beautiful gowns, an
Modern Sleeping Beauty Bridals
Modern Sleeping Beauty Bridals. Sometimes the best ideas are thought of days before shooting! This idea came to me literally days before shooting, and it really pushed me to think outside of the box and put most of it together
Elegant Sunrise Wedding Brunch
Elegant Sunrise Wedding Brunch. Elegant blissful brunch theme in Charlotte, North Carolina with pinks, dusty rose and forest green. NC Wedding Inspiration, Styled Shoots and Ideas to plan your wedding in the Carolinas.
Oakboro NC Wedding Inspiration
Oakboro NC Wedding Inspiration. The entire style shoot was created, designed, produced by Wild Daisy Events. All photographs were taken by the fabulous Dani Nicole. The shoot took place at the Tuscan Ridge Wedding Venue
Real Cornelius NC Wedding Shoot
Real Cornelius NC Wedding Shoot. I virtually met Shelby on Instagram, where she had heard of DNP from a friend who had done a boudoir session with me. Her and her husband Brendon had recently gotten hitched in California
Moonlight Asheville Wedding Shoot
Moonlight Asheville Wedding Shoot. This lovely boho meets modern themed shoot was created to highlight the lovely Longleaf Vineyard in the mountains of North Carolina. As an emerging venue with lots to offer potential clients,
Merchants Hall Wedding Inspo
Merchants Hall Wedding Inspo. Merchants Hall is a brand new wedding venue in historic downtown Charleston, surrounded by so much history by being directly parallel to the Charleston City Market. A timeless building, restored
Garner NC Wedding Inspo
Garner NC Wedding Inspo. The styled shoot design the loved from the romance of blush pink, with a pop of blue and burgundy. Want soft colors with a bold aesthetic feel. Mixing the softness and quietness of
NC Arboretum Styled Shoot
We love this beautiful NC Arboretum styled shoot from Asheville, North Carolina. Check out some highlights from this lovely wedding inspiration. Enjoy!
Spring Outdoor Bridal Portraits
Spring Outdoor Bridal Portraits. These beautiful bridal portraits were photographed at the Adaumont Farm in Trinity, North Carolina. We hope you enjoy today’s blog feature. NC wedding inspiration
Colorful Romantic Styled Shoot
Today we have a colorful romantic styled shoot on the blog. Photos captured by Kathleen Dew.
Just Picked! Wedding Inspo
Just Picked - Wedding Inspo. Camilla’s family runs a local farm and sells their produce and local eats at the state fair every year. Jackson’s grandmother is a talented baker but no professional training here, just
Colorful Southern Fall Inspired Wedding
Colorful Southern Fall Inspired Wedding on today’s blog. Enjoy! South Carolina wedding inspiration
Fall Inspiration Styled Shoot
Today we have a lovely fall inspiration styled shoot featured on the blog. Enjoy!!
Southern Bridal Styled Shoot
Southern Bridal Styled Shoot. From the photographer: Summer is coming to an end in North Carolina, and Fall is slowly approaching. There is a soft, cool breeze blowing in the South.
Coastal Boho Styled Shoot
Coastal Boho Styled Shoot - Leland, NC. From the photographer: I was asked to do this styled shoot for a floral designer back in April. She showed me the mood board and I was thrilled, little did I know that
Eclectic Church Ruins Styled Shoot
Eclectic Church Ruins Styled Shoot. From the photographer: The juxtaposition of photographing an eclectic bridal shoot among the ruins of an old church has a strange allure, but when properly done
Cotton Beauty Styled Shoot
Lovely Cotton Beauty Styled Shoot inspired by Jamie Marie Photography's vision. Photographed at the River Creek Lodge in Stony Point, NC. Wedding Inspiration in North Carolina
Industrial Mill Styled Shoot
Industrial Mill Styled Shoot in Pittsboro, North Carolina. Our color pallet of blues, grays, peach and a pop of mustard yellow looked stunning in the old mill against the brick and hardwood floors. We selected