A Charleston Bride’s Melissa Barton and her husband, Kevin Williams, let guests know their reception was going to be casual with the wording on their invitation (“country cool attire”) and icons (cowboy boots, plus a shotgun, live oak, and Boykin). (Photograph by Leigh Webber)
The celebration was held at the bride's childhood home. (Photo by Tim Will)
(Photo by Tim Will)
“My mom liked the lights so much she wanted to leave them up after the party,” says Melissa. (Photo by Tim Will)
With Melissa’s parents hosting at the home they built after their own wedding and a crowd starring the couple’s blended brood, the shindig was definitely family-oriented. Here, the couple are pictured with their blended brood. (Photo by Tim Will)
Hay bales offered seating. (Photo by Tim Will)
Common Ground played bluegrass. (Photo by Tim Will)
Jim 'N Nicks catered. (Photo by Tim Will)
When hiring a caterer, ask about their setup. Some are all about Instagram-worthy iron skillets, mobile smokers, oyster roast tables, and Mason jar treats. Others are more about plastic utensil and tin warming trays. Either works depending on your vision—and your budget. (Photo by Tim Will)
Jim 'N Nicks catering (Photo by Tim Will)
The bourbon bar was in honor of Kevin's passion for the drink. (Photo by Tim Will)
Oyster roast by Jim 'N Nicks catering (Photo by Tim Will)
The house opens onto marshland and all the homes within hearing range are those of family members. (Photo by Tim Will)
Boiled peanuts. (Photo by Tim Will)
The family skeet shoots on the property regularly, so it was an easy pick for entertainment. (Photo by Tim Will)
The bride, literally a straight shooter. (Photo by Tim Will)
Abe, the new family’s Boykin Spaniel. (Photo by Tim Will)
The happy couple, with the bride in wedding whites. (Photo by Tim Will)