Lady of the House

Fall/Winter 2019

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Lady of the House | Charleston’s storied Drayton Hall stars alongside the latest bridal gowns and wedding looks

Ashley Brook Perryman Bridal portrait Big Day Drayton Hall Shop weddings Corbin Gurkin Lindsey Nowak models NEXT Models Quinn Sherman Stephanie Cam

Allure Bridal’s (style 3050) ball gown from Jean’s Bridal. Veronica Beard’s “Lawrence Dicket Jacket” from Gwynn’s of Mount Pleasant. David Yurman’s “Novella” gold drop earrings from REEDS Jewelers

Allure Bridal’s (style 3050) ball gown from Jean’s Bridal. Veronica Beard’s “Lawrence Dickey Jacket” from Gwynn’s of Mount Pleasant. David Yurman’s “Novella” gold drop earrings from REEDS Jewelers

Austin Scarlett’s lilac satin mermaid gown from Magnolia Bride. Gushlow & Cole’s shearling snood from RTW. Gold pearl hoops from Celadon. Estate three-stone diamond ring from Croghan’s Jewel Box

Kate McDonald’s “Cassat” gown from Kate McDonald Bridal. Mariée Lace Veils’ “Syndor Signature” lily headband from Mariée Lace Veils. Cheryl King’s veil from Maddison Row South. Diamond cluster ear climbers from Diamonds Direct. Cropped rabbit fur jacket from Out of Hand

Rebecca Schoneveld’s “Kinsley” gown from Maddison Row South. Wool and silk cardigan from RTW. Beaded orchid earrings from Out of Hand

Lace blouse and velvet ribbon, both from Out of Hand. Linen and silk lace-up stay from FashionsRevisited.com. Tulle silk skirt from Kate McDonald Bridal. Brackish’s “The Gault” earrings from Drayton Hall Gift Shop. Citrine and diamond ring from Sandler’s Diamonds & Time

Romona Keveža Legends’ silk taffeta ball gown from Maddison Row South. White snake and blush ostrich reversible leather corset from Jahde Leather Atelier. Diamond ring from Sandler’s Diamonds & Time. AGL’s “Chewy” bootie from Shoes on King

Calla Blanche’s (style 1153) gown from Verità. A Bridal Boutique. Roberto Coin’s “Palazzo Ducale“ white gold and diamond earrings from REEDS Jewelers. Emma Hope’s “Magic Slugger Court” pumps from RTW

Calla Blanche’s (style 1153) gown from Verità. A Bridal Boutique. Roberto Coin’s “Palazzo Ducale“ white gold and diamond earrings from REEDS Jewelers

Brock Collection’s “Pearl” belted silk gown from RTW. Gold and ruby ring from Diamonds Direct. Brackish’s “Walker” cuff from Drayton Hall Gift Shop. Velvet bag from Out of Hand. Dee Keller’s “Ramsey” velvet sandals from Shoes on King

“Provence” silk and lace gown with custom tulle collar from Emily Kotarski Bridal. Velvet ribbon from Out of Hand. Gold and diamond sunburst earrings from REEDS Jewelers. Gold and diamond ring from Diamonds Direct. Chloé’s “C” leather booties from RTW

Jenny Yoo’s “Marin” velvet gown from Bella Bridesmaid. “Deconstructed Orchid Necklace” from Ibu. “Promenade” cuff from Croghan’s Jewel Box

Photographs by:

Corbin Gurkin

The crown jewel manor of the Lowcountry, historic Drayton Hall, has long been the backdrop of knockout bridal portraits. The majestic home, built in 1738—the same year Marie Antoinette was born—boasts stunning architecture, sweeping views of the Ashley River and giant live oaks, and innumerable layers of history.

For almost a decade the site has been closed to weddings (its sprawling riverfront groundsare an archeological goldmine and staging events on its lawns had interfered with preservation efforts); but as of fall 2019, couples are invited to host their Big Days here again, this time on a tucked away field cleared by Drayton’s historians and within both sight of the house and easy walking distance of the parking area.

To celebrate this new chapter, we visited with arms full of gowns and looks to befit any woman ready to rule such a roost. Curious? Enjoy the stylish tour.

CREDITS

Venue: Drayton Hall

Photographs: Corbin Gurkin

Styling: LINDSEY NOWAK with QUINN SHERMAN

Beauty: Ashley Brook Perryman

Model: Stephanie Cam through NEXT Models

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