FAIRY TALE: To frame the couple’s big moment, Whitney Randall of Branch Design Studio tucked coral amaryllis blooms into opaque milk glass jars and hung them among glass lanterns in the live oak above the altar.
Image by Timwill Photography at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens.
Event design and coordination by Tusk Events. Image by Timwill Photography at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens.
SISTER, SISTER: The best woman, Brian’s sister Jeannine, donned a gunmetal-hued beaded 1920s style gown by Alice + Olivia, while the maid of honor, Lindsay’s sister Kathleen, wore a shimmering Basix Black Label frock.
BREATH OF FRESH AIR: For a garden-style bouquet, Whitney gathered astilbe, craspedia, dusty miller, ranunculus, succulents, green viburnum, blush coral charm, and yellow tree peonies together.
PAPER BOY: Brian, an art director at a marketing company, took the lead on everything from save-the-dates to escort cards, favors, and thank-you notes. For her part, Lindsay tracked down scores of vintage stamps from NewEgg.com.
HERE COMES THE SUN: The two swapped “I dos” at a farm table bathed in sunlight overlooking the Ashley River.
Florals by Branch Design Studio. Image by Timwill Photography.
FAMILY AFFAIR: Brian enlisted his nephew and niece—six-year-old Liam and three-year-old Chloe—to kick off the ceremonial festivities.
FASHION FORWARD: Lindsay sparkled in a pale pink beaded Monique Lhuillier gown (available in Charleston through Maddison Row), while Brian opted for a slim-fitting Paul Smith Mainline suit in navy blue, brightened with a Billy Ball boutonniere.
GARDEN PARTY: Magnolia and olive branches, craspedia, and ranunculus were woven into the chandeliers to transform the dining hall space into an enchanted garden. Later that night, Lindsay says she and Brian “felt like we were having an intimate meal with 120 of our loved ones.”
BALANCING ACT: To offset the day’s many vibrant blooms, Whitney Randall of Branch Design Studio stocked centerpiece planters with muted green and mauve succulents.
ALL THE TRIMMINGS: Katie Poole of Tusk Events helped the couple handpick antique furnishings from Ooh! Events, like this trolley table. “The décor felt easy, eclectic, and personal to Lindsay and Brian,” says Katie. “Their event was a true labor of love.”
I GOT YOU, BABE: Quirky colors, playful décor, and the couple’s own sense of fun brought out the whimsical side of Magnolia Gardens.
RIDDLE ME THIS: Maid of honor Kathleen wrote the clues for a Lindsay-and-Brian-themed crossword puzzle for guests to play during the reception.
Crossword puzzle by maid of honor Kathleen. Event design and coordination by Tusk Events. Image by Timwill Photography.
DRINKS ON US: A 1920s “Cocktails” sign from Ooh! Events cast a glamorous glow over the zinc-topped bar.
Florals by Branch Design Studio. Image by Timwill Photography at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens.
CENTERPIECE MAGIC: Whitney accented coral amaryllis blooms with perky sprigs of pink veronica.
Event design and coordination by Tusk Events. Florals by Branch Design Studio. Image by Timwill Photography.
Event design and coordination by Tusk Events. Cake by WildFlour Pastry. Image by Timwill Photography at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens.
SWEET THING: Lauren Mitterer of WildFlour Pastry whipped up a vegan chocolate cake with coconut icing for the couple. “It was gobbled up!” says Lindsay.
Catering by Mosaic. Image by Timwill Photography at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens.
CAB FARE: New Yorkers through and through, Brian and Lindsay enlisted a yellow taxi to whisk them away. Katie made it their own with funky floral decals and a pennant banner. After their wedding weekend, the newlyweds embarked on a honeymoon in Nicaragua.
