5 Questions To Ask Before Booking Your Beauty Team
When it comes to your wedding day, you not only want to feel beautiful but look your very best, too! That’s why it’s important to find a professional beauty team you trust to help you feel your best! The Crystal Coast is full of talented artisans but where do you start? Most beauty professionals offer both hair AND makeup, while others specialize in one or the other. Regardless of whether you book them separately or together, Reign Beauty is helping us break down the most important questions to ask in your initial consultation. These five questions will ensure that there are no surprises on the day of your wedding, so you can focus on what really matters - celebrating the love between you and your partner.
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A Glamorous Black-Tie Wedding Weekend on the Crystal Coast
Katelyn and Tyson are so in love, they tied the knot twice! Once in a COVID ceremony of immediate family only and then again in this glamorous black-tie wedding on the Crystal Coast captured by Cynthia Rose Photography. Although the pandemic made planning harder than expected, the couple didn’t skip a beat with the help of event planner Casey Harris of Events by La Fete. From a meaningful ceremony at First United Methodist Church to show-stopping florals by The French Bee Design and Events and every detail in between, we instantly feel for this adorable duo and their wedding weekend!
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You're Engaged! Now What? Knot A Second Thought Take Us Through The Next Steps
First and foremost, congratulations! Being newly engaged is so sweet and exciting! Soak up every darling detail of this amazing new chapter. Cherish all the delightful moments with family and friends and keep staring at the stunning new ring on your finger!
When you’re ready, it’s time to start planning a wedding! It may sound daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Zena from Knot a Second Thought is here to guide us through the first few steps.
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Dreamy Crystal Coast Engagement on a Boat in Morehead City
This dreamy Crystal Coast engagement session captured by Becca Rizzo Photography is filled with coastal charm! From shots on the couple’s family boat to beautiful portraits on Sugarloaf Island, we can’t get enough of Abby and Parker’s sweet love story.
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Autumn Seaside Engagement Captured by Common Dove Photography
Today’s adorable duo is in no shortage of romance or charm in their autumn seaside engagement session captured by Common Dove Photography. Madison and CJ took advantage of Spooners Creek’s natural beauty and made their way to the docks for an extraordinary backdrop to capture their love and to say “cheers” to forever.
We love the couple’s dressed-up but cozy vibes, paired with their infectious chemistry and precious pup, we couldn't be more excited to share every magical moment!
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Live Wedding Painting Q&A with Brittany Rawls Art
We strive to connect Crystal Coast brides with the sweetest, most talented wedding vendors eastern North Carolina has to offer and Brittany Rawls Jones of Brittany Rawls Art is truly one of the best. An artist and live wedding painter aiming to spread joy and be a light for Jesus, Brittany offers a unique form of entertainment for guests to enjoy while capturing a moment in time with a piece of custom art you will remember and cherish forever.
So what is a live wedding painter and why do you need one? Brittany is here to tell us more about her process and the importance of hiring an artist.
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10 Crystal Coast Wedding Venues to Fall in Love With
Whether you're planning a Crystal Coast wedding or just pinning for the future, we've compiled a list of 7 Crystal Coast wedding venues that you'll fall in love with. From from a stunning beach house to the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, you're sure to find a venue that suits you!
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Charming Crystal Coast Engagement Captured by Allie Miller Photography
Casey and Will’s charming Crystal Coast engagement captured by Allie Miller Photography showcases everything we love about our sweet coastline! From shots under the Oak Trees on Front Street to close-ups along Indian Beach during sunset, Casey and Will look picturesque in this gorgeous gallery.
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Magical Garden Inspired Spring Wedding at Hollow Tree Farm
Emma and Ben’s garden-inspired, spring wedding captured by Sarah Kate Photography is beautiful and filled with so much joy! Set in a private outdoor wedding venue in Beaufort, North Carolina, The Hollow Tree Farm was the perfect backdrop for the day.
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Cozy Beach Engagement Session in Emerald Isle
This cozy beach engagement session captured by Pamela Jahnke Photography is filled with so much love and joy! From shots under the Bogue Inlet Pier to close-ups along the beach, Brianna and Clay look absolutely smitten in this gorgeous gallery. Though they both attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, their story didn’t begin until after graduation when the pair met while Brianna was teaching and Clay was recruiting for football. After dating for 1.5 years, Clay popped the question at the Old Well and the rest was history!
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Timeless Beach Wedding at The Cottage at The Crystal Coast
Charles and Rachel’s timeless beach wedding is filled with precious moments captured by Sarah Kate Photography. After having to postpone their original date due to COVID, the couple had the sweetest, seaside elopement with their closest family and friends at The Cottage at The Crystal Coast. Soft hues of gold and ivory accentuate the natural beauty of their surrounding, while gorgeous florals from Knot a Second Thought and plenty of sweet, subtle moments between the bride and groom created the perfect coastal soiree!
After their ceremony, the adorable duo took advantage of their time at sunset and captured the most beautiful portraits along the beach. As soon as we set our eyes on these images captured we instantly fell in love! From a classic white wedding cake by Crystal Coast Desserts to a serenade by Magnolia String Quartet something tells me you will too. Enjoy!
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