Southern Magnolias

08/14/2017

Today is publication day! Months ago, we were approached to design a Harry Potter inspired photo shoot. Even though neither of us had cracked open a single Harry Potter book, we happily accepted the project and began researching the series to find the best motifs! Throughout the shoot, you can see keys, birdcages, quotes from the stories and much, much more. We adored the challenge of integrating a theme while keeping the event romantic and elegant. We have to say, we absolutely fell in LOVE with the final product! To see more, check out our feature on The Perfect Palette today!

A big shoutout to our amazing team for bringing this to life:
Photography: Mager Image Photography
Florals: Flowers by Kristine
Venue: Pear Tree Estate
Attire: Michelle's Bridal Boutique and Tuxedo Shoppe
Calligraphy: Letters by Lindsey
Invitation Suite: Kelly Graves Design
Cake: Cakes by Lori
Makeup: Sage Irhke
Hair: Olivia Kingren
Linens: La Tavola
Rentals: I Do Events
Flatware: Palace Events
Cake Topper: Jen Simpson Design

08/02/2017

Check out our latest styled shoot: "Soft Romance in Pink" featured on Borrowed and Blue today!

Thank you to our wonderful team of vendors!
Stylists: Southern Magnolias
Venue: Allerton Park and Retreat Center
Photography: Kristen Winkler Photography
Videography: Hoop House Creative
Florals: Pollen and Pastry
Cake and Desserts: Hopscotch Bakery + Market
Furniture: Something Old Event Rentals (now Spruce Event Rentals)
Calligraphy: Dash/wood
Linens (Napkins): Herriott's Rents Tents Events
Rentals: Palace Events
Attire: Michelle's Bridal and Tuxedo
Rings: Susie Saltzman Fine Jewelry and Staghead Designs
Makeup: Sage Ihrke - Makeup Artistry
Hair: Something You Salon & Spa
Groom's Ties: My Tie Shop

https://www.borrowedandblue.com/us/weddings/soft-romance-in-pink-styled-shoot

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06/21/2017

Hanging crystals, velvet ribbon, and a candle aisle, all set in Big Grove forest - does it get any more romantic? We had so much fun putting together this ceremony space for our jewel toned shoot. To see all of the details that went into this space, click here: http://southernmagnoliasevents.com/woodland-crystal-ceremony/.

// Design + Styling: Southern Magnolias, Photography: Kaula Marie Photography, Flowers: Pollen and Pastry, Wedding Dress and Tux: Michelle's Bridal and Tuxedo, Venue: Prairie Glass House - in Champaign’s “Big Grove” Forest.

05/24/2017

Who says bright colors can't be elegant for a wedding? To check out the rest of the details from this magenta sweetheart table, click on the link below. // Design + Styling: Southern Magnolias, Photography: Kaula Marie Photography, Venue: Prairie Glass House - in Champaign’s “Big Grove” Forest, Flowers: Pollen and Pastry, Velvet Tablecloth: La Tavola Fine Linen, Chiavari Chairs: Herriott's Rents Tents Events, Cutlery: Avant Modern, Macarons: Sugar by Sarah, Bridal Gown & Tux: Michelle's Bridal and Tuxedo.

http://southernmagnoliasevents.com/magenta-sweetheart-table/

05/23/2017

In case you missed it, last week we blogged all about creating this lounge in Big Grove Forest! There were two seating areas, a guestbook table, and a bar - all the makings of an awesome cocktail hour! To see more of this glamorous goodness, click on the link below. / Design + Styling: Southern Magnolias, Photography: Kaula Marie Photography, Venue: Prairie Glass House - in Champaign’s “Big Grove” Forest, Flowers: Pollen and Pastry, Furniture: Something Old Event Rentals, Bridal Gown & Tux: Michelle's Bridal and Tuxedo, Hair + Makeup: Jennifer Zimmerman, Macarons: Sugar by Sarah, and Guestbook: Velvet Raptor.

http://southernmagnoliasevents.com/jewel-cocktail-lounge/

05/17/2017

We have some very exciting news: we’re going to have our very own Southern Magnolias’ wedding! Two weeks ago, Kenneth asked Bethany to spend forever with him and she said yes! To hear all the fun details, click the link below! Bethany's sharing how they met and how he asked. Plus, Kenneth makes a blogging cameo!

http://southernmagnoliasevents.com/my-sm-wedding-the-proposal/

05/17/2017

We have a soft spot for this styled shoot because it allowed us to really lean into our creativity and explore bold colors and textures. We are so proud of the magic that happened! To see everything that went into this beautiful reception table, click on the link below! // Design + Styling: Southern Magnolias, Photography: Kaula Marie Photography, Venue: Prairie Glass House - in Champaign’s “Big Grove” Forest, Flowers: Pollen and Pastry, Velvet Runner: La Tavola Fine Linen, Macarons: Sugar by Sarah, Cutlery: Avant Modern, Chair Rentals: Herriott's Rents Tents Events.

http://southernmagnoliasevents.com/floral-and-fruit-reception-table/

05/13/2017

Yesterday we blogged our very first Southern Magnolias day-of coordination! This wedding was filled with creative elements that really represented Hannah and John as a couple, like writing letters to each other during the ceremony and having an artist at the reception to sketch their guests. To see all of the beautiful images and special touches from this wedding, click here: http://southernmagnoliasevents.com/day-of-coordination-nieland-wedding/. 📷 by Brad Hart Photography

05/10/2017

Have you ever wondered where the name Southern Magnolias came from? Here's a hint: it's all in the initials. Today on the blog we're sharing the full story of how we named our business, along with a rustic es**rt card display from our first ever styled shoot. // Venue: Willow Creek Farm Calligraphy: Letters from Lindsey. http://southernmagnoliasevents.com/succulentes**rtcards/

04/15/2017

We are so excited to launch this new project in conjunction with Hoop House Creative and Kristen Winkler Photography. To keep updated on all our behind the scenes content, head over to The Perfect Wedding Project page!

04/04/2017

We are so excited to share our feature on Mager Image Photography's blog today! We had the pleasure of working with her in February on a styled shoot (soon to be published on The Perfect Palette!) and loved every minute of it. To read our vendor feature, click here:

I'm hosting my first ever vendor feature on the blog today! Bethany + Ainsley Laven run Southern Magnolias Events and as a witness to their magical powers, I would seriously recommend every bride look to them for wedding day decor or even just simple coordination! Learn more about these two by clicking the link in my bio!

03/11/2017

We are so excited to have our jewel-toned styled shoot featured on Artfully Wed today! We had so much fun coming up with the design to really showcase Kaula Marie Photography's vision. We chose to utilize velvet and fall fruits, all with the beautiful backdrop of Prairie Glass House - in Champaign’s “Big Grove” Forest.

Thank you so much to all of the vendors who participated:

Photography: Kaula Marie Photography
Design and Styling: Southern Magnolias
Florals & Cake: Pollen and Pastry
Venue: Prairie Glass House - in Champaign’s “Big Grove” Forest
Wedding Dress & Suit: Michelle's Bridal & Tuxedo
Rings: Stones & Gold
Furniture Rentals: Something Old Event Rentals
Chair Rentals: Herriott's Rents Tents Events
Macarons: Sugar by Sarah
Linens: La Tavola Fine Linen
Cutlery Design: Avant Modern
Invitation Suite: Cara Caprice Woods
Hair and Makeup: Jennifer Schroeder Zimmerman
Guestbook: Velvet Raptor
Models: Samantha Jo Stuckey & Matt Stuckey

To see the complete feature, click here: http://www.artfullywed.com/wedding-inspiration/wedding-styles/fall-jewel-toned-styled-wedding-at-the-prairie-glass-house/.

An autumn jewel toned styled wedding at a glass house in Big Grove Forest by Kaula Marie Photography.