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Three years after meeting over a game of horseshoes, Mount Pleasant residents Ashley Meek and Chris Dorsey made plans to say, “I do.” Aiming for a classic affair that was traditional, Southern, and “charismatic,” says Ashley, the pair called upon Kristin Newman Designs to bring an elegant and brightly colored vision to life. Following a ceremony at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, guests enjoyed a reception at Lowndes Grove surrounded by pink and orange that intentionally matched the tones of the couple’s eventual sunset send off. Add a summertime menu with a Lowcountry emphasis and family recipes, and Ashley says, “It was everything I dreamed of and more!”
Band: PlaneJane
Bridal gown: Paloma Blanca from The Poinsett Bride
Bridesmaids’ dresses: Jenny Yoo Collection from Bella Bridesmaid
Cake: Wedding Cakes by Jim Smeal
Catering: Fish Restaurant
Ceremony location: Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
Florals & linens: Gathering Floral + Event Design
Groom’s suit: JoS. A. Bank
Groomsmen’s suits: JoS. A. Bank
Photographer: Marni Rothschild Pictures
Reception location: Lowndes Grove
Stationery: RSVP Shoppe, (843) 577-9740 & Stitch
Wedding designer & coordinator: Kristin Newman Designs
