Written By Melissa Reardon
Photographs By Lucy Cuneo
A transplant from Virginia, Weston “Wes” McAfee vividly remembers the first time he saw his future bride-to-be. Charleston native Dana Elaine...
❶ Flower Power
Look to Charleston for your something blue when you don these “Bullock Building” chalcedony and tanzanite earrings from The Mini Collection. Inspired by the historic Tradd Street spot, it’s made by Croghan’s in-house jewelers ($500). Croghan’s Jewel Box, (843) 723-3594
❷ Sexy Beast Sleek
Flouncy, and flirty all in one? Say “Yes!” to Sarah Seven’s “Prosecco” silk gown in ivory ($3,550). Lovely Bride, (843) 764-9560
❸ Will You Accept This Rose?
Bring on the blushing with this sparkling vintage-inspired set of earrings ($100), clasp bracelet ($115), and cuff ($95) in rosy hues from Sorrelli. Jean’s Bridal Charleston, (843) 881-2056
❹ Blooming Beauty
We’re all for flowers in your Big Day ’do, but we’re over-the-moon for those you can wear again and again like these blooms ($112). Verità. A Bridal Boutique, (843) 388-7064
❺ What a Shoe-In
It doesn’t matter if you slip into these leather, indigo-dyed linen, and gold-trimmed slides when you’re primping with your besties, under your gown, or when you’re ready to hit the dance floor at your reception. Just slip them on ($51)! Out of Hand, (843) 856-3585
❻ Orange You Happy?
Treat yourself to a wedding weekend tote like this sassy number that’s perfect for stashing your yoga gear when you hit the beach with your bridesmaids ($116). Out of Hand, (843) 856-3585
❼ Rainbow Coalition
Put a little panache in what you gift the girlies who’ve been by your side on this journey when you dole out Marian Paquette’s cute and colorful Turkish “Liette” clutches ($370 each). Out of Hand, (843) 856-3585
