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
Bohemian Asheville Elopement
Bohemian Asheville Elopement. This awesome styled shoot was full of love, freezing temperatures, gorgeous florals, and tons of cuteness including two adorable alpacas fit with floral neck garland. The group of vendors was incredible
King Mountain NC Wedding
King Mountain NC Wedding. October 19, 2019, at The Gathering Place in Kings Mountain, NC, Darien and Kylie said "I Do" in front of their families and friends. The day started out gloomy with rain in the forecast, but the rain held off until
Southern Romance Bridals
Southern Romance Bridals. Gracie wanted her bridal session to feel very Southern romantic and Caledonia Golf Course was the perfect venue to match her stunning lace vintage wedding gown via Coastal Knot. Pawleys Island, SC.
Modern Raleigh Wedding
Modern Raleigh Wedding. Wedding wishes are granted one magic moment at a time. As Brittany drew her bouquet of anemone, peony, and eucalyptus to her chest, she gazed down the aisle of her temporary “Little White Chapel”, North Carolina
Downtown Spartanburg Engagement
Downtown Spartanburg Engagement. Anna and Carter have one of those special connections that make even the toughest of dating situations an easy choice. These two met through a mutual friend while living in two different cities
Charleston Romantic Wedding Shoot
Charleston Romantic Wedding Shoot. I attended Julie Paisley's workshop in Charleston, SC because I've been dying to meet her and I saw that she was hosting a styled shoot and workshop in one of my favorite cities. I'm originally
Columbia South Carolina Engagement
Columbia South Carolina Engagement. This engagement took place at the Riverfront Park in Columbia South Carolina. This is the same place where George proposed to JaNae in front of her friends and family. So this place holds
Romantic Greens Wedding
Romantic Greens Wedding. Inspired by a gentle garden feel the romantic greens and soft white hues matched the gentle personalities of the bride and groom. If you ever were to meet Jessica and Kevin you would, North Carolina
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
Greenville SC Engagement Photos
Greenville SC Engagement Photos. Christian and Lexi's love radiates off of them. When Christian was planning his proposal, he took her on a walk through Great Falls near DC. Along the trail, she saw rose petals and lit candles that led up to the cliff
Taylors SC Wedding
Taylors SC Wedding. When I first met Paige and Josh, I quickly learned that they are two of the sweetest souls I’ve had the privilege of working with. Paige found me on The Knot, and I’m so glad she did. Though I meet lots of awesome people
Danbury NC Engagement
Danbury NC Engagement. Anna and Brett wanted an adventurous shoot to fit their personalities and so they threw out the idea of going to Hanging Rock State Park. We stopped at a small waterfall before the state park to get some variety in location.
Snowy Winston Salem Wedding
Snowy Winston Salem Wedding. Chloe had her bridal portraits schedule for the day that we had the biggest snowstorm of the year, and Neil drove her across town in feet of snow so that we could do this gorgeous snowy session.
Callawassie Island Wedding Inspo
Callawassie Island Wedding Inspo. When this concept was born, our goal was to show a darker side of the Low country to our couples looking for something more. Our concept description evolved into this: South Carolina
Autumn Durham Wedding
Autumn Durham Wedding. We traveled to North Carolina for Lauren and Justin's beautiful Treyburn Country Club wedding and they couldn't have picked a more gorgeous location to say their "I do's". NC weddings blog and magazine
Charleston Wedding Editorial
Charleston Wedding Editorial. This styled shoot took place at the Gov. Thomas Bennett House in Charleston, SC. It's one of the most popular wedding venues in the Low-country.
Furman University Wedding
Furman University Wedding. I first met these two via a FaceTime call/meeting (since they lived in Greenville, SC), when they booked me for their wedding. Even then, I knew the three of us would hit it off perfectly - South Carolina
Bluffton SC Wedding
Bluffton SC Wedding. True and genuine love was evident in every detail of Jess & Jeffrey's wedding. Their family and friends exuded happiness for this wonderful couple. Jess and Jeffrey spoke their vows under the live oaks. South Carolina
Mills House Charleston Wedding
Mills House Charleston Wedding. Daniel & Kylah had a beautiful outdoor wedding ceremony in Charleston. They made their wedding day their own by reading their vows surrounded by their loved ones after the ceremony, South Carolina
Pinehurst Vow Renewal
Pinehurst Vow Renewal. Luke and Elaine have been married for 5 years but they were finally able to plan the wedding of their dreams. And they really cerebrated! I love December in NC the weather was perfect! North Carolina