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
Charleston Wedding Inspiration
Charleston Wedding Inspiration. These images were taken at a recent styled shoot by Taylor'd Southern Events at Magnolia Plantation located in Charleston, SC earlier this month. With the predicted shades of blue 2020 color of the year
Blythewood SC Wedding Inspo
Blythewood SC Wedding Inspo. Styled by Morrison styled wedding workshops are hosted in the fall and spring. Brandy Morrison, the owner of Brandy Morrison Photography, LLC, is the host and director behind the scenes and lens
Southern Romance Wedding
Southern Romance Wedding. The 1920s meets 2020 at a historical venue in Anderson, South Carolina. We wanted this shoot to really highlight the style of the house and create an intimate wedding to inspire Spring 2020 trends
Garden Wedding Shoot
Garden Wedding Shoot. From the photographer: I decided to create a styled shoot around a floral non-traditional wedding dress. I was so excited to see more color and flair with this styled shoot. Shot in Huntersville, North Carolina
French Country Wedding Shoot
French Country Wedding Shoot. From planner and stylist Sarah Duckworth: I am so excited to introduce the world to Dove Meadows - a new, charming, barn style venue now open in Monroe, just outside of Charlotte. North Carolina
Bold Colorful Wedding Shoot
Bold Colorful Wedding Shoot. When it came to choosing a color palette for this shoot, we knew it not only needed to be inspirational, but bold. Often times couples choose a more muted, neutral tone route when it comes
Wonderland Wedding - Raleigh, NC
Wonderland Wedding - Raleigh, NC. When Ariel Kaitlin Photography brought the idea of a tea-inspired styled shoot to Stephanie of Beauty & the Budget Events, Stephanie immediately said yes, with a caveat – could the tea take place in Wonderland?
Boho Wedding in Dallas North Carolina
Boho Wedding in Dallas North Carolina. The lush green foliage and Barn at Sandcastle Farm were the perfect setting for this beautiful boho inspired styled shoot. This wedding shoot was organized by Kayla Adams Photography
Louisburg NC Wedding Inspo
Louisburg NC Wedding Inspo. There is a new authentic Raleigh barn venue providing an alternative for those who’d love for their wedding day celebration to take place on a 1000-acre farm! The Amazing Graze Barn is located
Sophisticated Barn Wedding Shoot
Sophisticated Barn Wedding Shoot - Spring Lake, NC. I was asked by the venue to plan a styled shoot to give their clients something unique and different. Something that would give a wow factor! I felt with the barn having so much wood
Charleston Weddings Inspiration
Charleston Weddings Inspiration. Sarah Lord is a makeup artist from Massachusetts who I first met last year when she came to Charleston for the first time. When she told me she was coming back to Magnolia Plantation & Gardens
Travelers Rest SC Wedding Shoot
Travelers Rest SC Wedding Shoot. The mountain view from Hotel Domestique's courtyard transported us to the Italian countryside without ever traveling across the pond! This picturesque natural backdrop set the stage for a timeless
Lake Norman Wedding Shoot
Lake Norman Wedding Shoot. This styled shoot involved local Charlotte vendors as a part of an Anchor and Veil Workshop. The hues of blue complimented the lake house's rustic feel nicely. The dress was provided by the shop
Luxe Edgy Wedding Inspo
Luxe Edgy Wedding Inspo. This theme was inspired by the lush greenery of The Ivy Place located just outside of Charlotte, NC. The venue has over 30 acres of gardens, rolling hills, strawberry field, vineyards and rustic barns.
Rustic Charlotte Wedding Inspo
Rustic Charlotte Wedding Inspo. This styled shoot was inspired by historic, rustic love as well as elegant, natural colors including greens and reds. I chose The Providence Cotton Mill as the venue since there is so much history
Charleston Wedding Inspo
Charleston Wedding Inspo. This Garden Chic styled shoot was planned and designed by two wedding planners making a splash in Charleston SC! Heather with Carolina Occasions and Nicki Paige Collection. South Carolina
Raleigh NC Wedding Shoot
Raleigh NC Wedding Shoot. James Bond meets grunge in this stunning black & blue styled wedding shoot. The Forest Hall at Chatham Mills was a perfect location to style a table full of lush greens and blueberries. North Carolina
Mount Pleasant Wedding Inspo
Mount Pleasant Wedding Inspo. The idea behind this North Carolina styled shoot was a wedding in the woods theme. Rustic, detail organized and unique. With the brimmed hat adorned with flowers to the unique antique wedding ring.
Charlotte Wedding Inspiration
Charlotte Wedding Inspiration - The Providence Cotton Mill. This Maiden, NC, shoot was designed around the idea that every wedding is magical. We, as vendors, want to create that feeling for all of our brides. In this shoot, we
Blue NC Wedding Inspo
Blue NC Wedding Inspo. The most beautiful styled shoot with some of the most amazing vendors I've ever worked with at a little hidden gem of a venue - Carolina Country Weddings - tucked away in Mount Pleasant, North Carolina.