Partying Charleston-Style in the Big Apple

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Partying Charleston-Style in the Big Apple | Enjoy a peek at our New York Bridal Market Kickoff Party, where we teamed with some of the Holy City’s best to bring Southern charm to Manhattan

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As market proved, color is the new white, and this bridal gown by Katherine Mullins McDonald shares that sentiment in soft hues of pink, gold, and citrus, along with another trend: pattern. The designer (known for her LulaKate brand) debuted her new spinoff line of bridal frocks, Kate McDonald, at the party.

Ramscale Studio hosted the kickoff to the fashionable week in New York.

The penthouse loft in the Meat Packing District offers an amazing view of the city

The day before the party, Tara Guérard Soirée loaded a truck full of décor treats and sent it north for the fete.

Guests left with totes emblazoned with Charleston’s best picnic spots from Tara Guérard Soirée’s Life Is a Party line.

Sweets from two more Charleston star brands—Grey Ghost Bakery and Rewined Candles—were among the swag.

Especially now that fall is in full swing, Rewined Candles makes a superior wedding or shower favor.

Guests texted us from hotel rooms saying they'd already gobbled down their lemon sugar, molasses spice, chocolate espresso, and cinnamon pecan cookies from Charleston’s own Grey Ghost Bakery when they were back in their hotel rooms. Hint taken—they make great welcome bag and favor fodder.

A host of mannequins sported Kate McDonald creations

Everyone from besties to staffers pitched in to get the party started

The airy Ramscale Studio veritably floats above the city’s Meat Packing District

When night fell, the skyline was taken over with distant fireworks and a full moon.

The tone-on-tone embellishments on this Kate McDonald gown add subtle elegance to a classic bodice.

Sparkles, high-low skirts, and crop tops were all over the runways. This two-piece number from Kate McDonald captured them all.

We love the slim ivory bow belt on this head-to-toe lace Kate McDonald gown.

Here's Kate McDonald's more conservative take on the trendy high-low silhouette.

A tulle bow adds a touch of fairy tale to this Katherine McDonald frock.

Bling brings glamour to halter-cut Kate McDonald gown.

For a mega centerpiece, Tara Guérard Soirée placed leafy boughs in floral foam anchored in a heavy urn.

Guests snacked on bites from James Burn Catering (J.B.C. Catering).

Seasonal soups from J.B.C. Catering

Tuna tartare from J.B.C. Catering

Pimiento cheese finger sandwiches from J.B.C. Catering

Layered cured meat and cheese from J.B.C. Catering

Guests sipped cocktails enlivened with Bittermilk and High Wire Distillery Co. spirits throughout the evening.

A little pattern (like these ikat fleur de lis pillows) adds energy to a space without detracting from the show-stopping view

Copies of Weddings by Tara Guérard were available for browsing... and offered as take-home treats as well.

Printed pillows and lively dahlias brought texture and pattern to the setting.

The Ramscale Studio terrace also received the Tara Guérard Soirée touch with lounge pieces that invited kicking back.

Luxe cream blankets placed outside brought an inviting, cozy feel to the brisk evening.

As the evening took on a glow, the blush hue of this Kate McDonald gown grew warmer.

Lettered Olive printed custom party labels for the Grey Ghost Bakery goodies.

(from left) Melissa Bigner and Tara Guérard donned LulaKate designs.

(from left) Katherine McDonald with her bestie (left), sister, and mother