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SOUTHERN COASTAL WEDDINGS 2022–23 9 CONTENTS 98 Bohemian Bliss Photography by Magnolia + Wyld Photography 86 A LoveBlossomingStory Photography by The Happy Bloom ON THE COVER: Courtney Burke shined brightly at her May 2021 wedding to Mitchell Ramos at Montage Palmetto Bluff. Photo by Kelli Boyd Photography IN EVERY ISSUE 12 Editor’s letter THE DETAILS 19 Wedding Style: Dress for the Address 26 Just Breathe By Jen Marie Wiggins 31 Beauty at Any Age By Feifei Sun 35 Hello, Goodbye 96 BeaufortBeautiful Photography by Meredith PhotographyRyncarz 92 DaydreamDaufuskie Photography by IVS Photography

10 SOUTHERNCOASTALWEDDINGS.COM CONTENTS REAL WEDDINGS 40 Courtney & Mitch Photography by Kelli Boyd Photography 47 Kelsey & Victor Photography by Sola Gratia Photography 50 Sarah & Julius Photography by Esther Gri n Photography 53 Caleigh & Seth Photography by Brooke Roberts Photography 56 Lenon & Mitch Photography by Bud Johnson Photography 60 Brayden & Will Photography by Kelli Boyd Photography 64 Annie & Harrison Photography by Esther Gri n Photography 68 Kaelyn & Michael Photography by Kelli Boyd Photography 72 Kayla & Kevin Photography by Lupins & Lava 75 Mandy & BJ Photography by Katie McGee Photography 79 Megan & Neal Photography by Ashlyn Cathey Photography 82 Ashley & Arjun Photography by 5D Photography RESOURCES 104 The LowdownLowcountry 108 Find Sanctuary Ceremony throughoutlocationstheLowcountry 112 Party Time Local spaces to help you set the stage 128 Something Blue SECTIONADVERTISINGSPECIAL 124 The Love List Local experts who will lead you to wedded bliss MISSION STATEMENT: Southern Coastal Weddings draws upon the natural beauty and unique charm of the Coastal Georgia and South Carolina region — Savannah, Tybee Island and the Golden Isles in Georgia; Bluffton, Hilton Head Island and Beaufort, South Carolina, and surrounding counties. With an eye toward empowered wedding planning, Southern Coastal Weddings offers an elevated and authentic view of the region’s wedding culture … ever after, circa now. 1375 Chatham Parkway, Savannah, Georgia 31405 facebook.com/SouthernCoastalWeddingssoutherncoastalweddings.com@southerncoastalweddings CUSTOMER SERVICE: 912.652.0293 ORDER A COPY: shopsavannahmagazine.com SUBMIT AN IDEA: editor@savannahmagazine.com REQUEST ADVERTISING INFORMATION: Call Jane Townsend, director of advertising, at 912.652.0294 or jane.townsend@savannahmagazine.comemail PHOTOGRAPHY5Dpage 82 PHOTOGRAPHYJOHNSONBUD PHOTOGRAPHYBOYDKELLI PHOTOGRAPHYGRIFFINESTHERpage 50 page 56 page 40

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THERE’S NO DENYING THE STRONG ALLURE of the Southern coast. Maybe it’s the way the light filters through the Spanish moss, the sense of mystery or the pull of the ocean’s tides. The romantic location was one reason that my husband and I chose to honeymoon in Savannah last year. The other — more definitive reason — was that pandemic-related restrictions made our original travel itinerary impossible. And yet, our backup option turned out to be one of the best decisions we ever made. In fact, we loved our stay so much that we often talked of relocating from Atlanta. Then, landing my dream job in Savannah made it possible. This move wasn’t something I could have predicted when we first got engaged in 2019 or bought our first home in Atlanta in 2020. But you know what they say about best-laid plans. Couples who have gotten engaged and married recently know this all too well. In addition to pivoting my own wedding plans, I also saw several friends and family members embrace the art of going with the flow while rescheduling dates and shifting details. Through it all, I’ve learned the magic of weddings isn’t when everything goes perfectly as planned. Rather, what really counts is when a couple’s love endures and overcomes any of the surprises life inevitably introduces along the way. Now, that is worth celebrating.

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EDITOR’S LETTER

In this issue, there are a dozen real weddings from the past year that — despite all odds — wholeheartedly rose to the occasion. And speaking of rising up, open-air tent design is reaching an all-time high. On page 26, find out why local event experts agree this post-pandemic trend is here to stay.

To all the newly engaged couples and their families, I hope the year ahead proves to be much smoother sailing. (All the tips packed in these pages should help, too.) And if not, well, then I hope the surprises in your future are pleasant ones and that your love only grows stronger at every turn.

Colleen Ann McNally Editor Photo by KATIE MCGEE After marrying in Atlanta in May 2021, my husband and I honeymooned in Savannah — then decided to make it our home.

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A striking Maggie Sottero mermaid bridal gown with a plunging neckline, above, is available at both Ivory & Beau or J’Adore Bridal, while Love Curvy Bridal offers this airy A-line gown by Allure Bridal with lace appliqués. Pair with the headpiece from En Vogue Bridal Accessories, also available at Love Curvy Bridal, to complete the look.

If you’re staying close to Savannah, consider The Wyld Dock Bar, HollyOaks on the Marsh or Beaulieu

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For tips on reserving a beach wedding, flip to The Lowcountry Lowdown on page 104. For a full list of venues on the Golden Isles and beyond, turn to page 112 of our Resources guide.

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This Innocentia gown from Camellia Bridal is replete with ruffles to bring that “wow” factor while also making you feel like royalty. At J’Adore Bridal, reveal your feminine side in this Justin Alexandar Signature gown with a statement-making bow. With ornate columns, imperial staircases, crystal chandeliers and hidden gardens with marble sculptures, historic estates are full of drama. Consider a gown with defined structure and elegant details that complement the architecture of the venue.

Make your grand entrance at one of the Lowcountry’s most storied estates, such as The Olde Pink House, The Reynolds Mansions at Sapelo Island, The Harper Fowlkes House or The Gastonian

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Try this chic strapless option by Madison James at Love Curvy Bridal. And minimalistic certainly doesn’t mean boring with this backless favorite by Made with Love at Ivory & Beau, far right. If you like this look, Charles H. Morris Center, Georgia State Railroad Museum and Savannah Station should be on your list of venues to scout.

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A more whimsical setting such as SCAD’s Pei Ling Chan Gallery, Soho South Cafe, Art Tank at Cohen’s Retreat or The Mansion on Forsyth Park — just to name a few — may be the right fit for you.

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26 SOUTHERNCOASTALWEDDINGS.COM THE DETAILS Tented weddings marry open-air design with elegance and fun Written by JEN MARIE WIGGINS Breathe JUST

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BIG WEDDINGS ARE FINALLY BACK, and you can almost hear a collective sigh of relief from engaged couples everywhere. Still, even as open-air venues have become less of a priority for some, there are so many reasons to say yes to a tented Coveredwedding.venuesoffer the best of both worlds — the flexibility to create a dream enclosed space while also taking advantage of the breathtaking beauty and spectacular ambience that comes with our southern landscape. Even better, they also allow couples the freedom to plan their decor without having to compete with fixed issues like dated wallpaper or that stark colored carpet that might accompany a conventional reception hall. Instead, many couples are bringing in their own color palettes with their favorite bold florals and bright hues which are making a comeback.“Weddings are moving away from the past trend of muted ivory, white and greenery. We are seeing a lot of soft lighting paired with brightly colored florals used in fun and unique ways,” says Susan Richards, co-owner of Sincerely Yours Events.

For their September 2021 wedding held at Beaulieu and planned by Sincerely Yours Events, Meagan and Drew Jones added star chandeliers to take their tent design up a notch. To see more of this wedding, visit southerncoastalweddings.com.

Still, no matter what type of tented event you’re planning, it’s important to plan early and work with experienced vendors. The clean slate that makes the tented venue so appealing can also make it more“Youchallenging.wantyourtent to be as seamless as walking into a ballroom, and that can take extra lead time. It’s often those less glamorous considerations like renting a backup generator or insect mitigation that are just as important to planning a smooth and memorable evening for you and your guests,” says Richards.

And that creativity often starts at the tent’s entrance. As the old adage says, you never get a second chance to make a first impression, and statement entrances are going big with everything from embellished arches, lanterns and fabric to twinkle lights, florals and neon signs. Couples are also bringing in the drama with hanging floral installations that move from floor to ceiling, floral wall photo backdrops and even dance floors made of blooms suspended under acrylic. Another growing trend is the upscale bar. At the reception, bars are becoming their own attraction with customization of drinks and bartenders who are more interactive with guests. Lounge areas and soft seating are also still popular and allow the ability to expand outside the tent and offer cozy seating for guests to gather outside the central party area.

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And Kendall Wayner, director of Client Relations and Marketing for Ranco Event Rentals, agrees. “Some brides don’t even want to talk about rain contingency and then bad weather comes and every one has to scramble. Planning is even more important for tented and outdoorWeddingsvenues.”are definitely back and bigger than ever. Although a tented wedding may take some additional lead time and planning, it’s a trend that’s here to stay. And why not? The end result is a celebration that’s uniquely yours and a breath of fresh air for everyone. SCW Once reserved as a last resort in the case of bad weather, tents are increasingly being incorporated into wedding design and embellished with bespoke lighting and florals.

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Ask questions, then go! Experts recommend you interview at least two to three different venues and vendors. As soon as you find the “one,” don’t hesitate. Booking early is key because the current high demand isn’t predicted to go away anytime soon.

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Get practical. First steps should include checking ordinances and determining what permits are required. Before you set anything in stone, make sure that you’ve covered everything from fire safety and noise restrictions to electrical and sanitation issues. Most wedding planners and experienced rental companies can steer you in the right direction— which is one more reason to use highly recommended and experienced vendors. Choose the right tent. From clear to sailcloth, there are many types of tents, and various conditions such as weather, guest count and even those amazing trees that made you fall in love with your venue are all important considerations. Talk to a planner or designer in the very beginning to identify the proper size and what types of constraints there might be. Budget is generally the most critical consideration, as tented weddings are almost always more labor-intensive.

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Jen Marie Wiggins is the author of “Married AF: A Funny Marriage Guide for the Newlywed or Bride.” She is also a wife, mother and chronic bridesmaid turned wedding junkie. You can find her at jenmariewiggins.com

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Plan from the bottom up. Although it’s not a necessity, flooring makes a huge difference and, while costly, can be worth the investment to take your reception to the next level. Grass is your cheapest option, though fabricated options range from carpet or sisal to laminate or wood. Don’t forget to consider your dance floor and how it all works together. The next step is defining each space from bar to formal seating. Lastly, draw the eye up with a dramatic hanging installation, lighting or tall centerpieces. Height creates the illusion of a full and warm space where guests will want to linger.

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Beauty at Any Age by FEIFEI SUN ALL EYES MAY BE ON THE BRIDE, but that doesn’t mean mothers of the bride don’t want to look great, too. Here, a few local experts share their favorite wedding beauty treatments and tips, from head to toe, for both the bride and her mom to turn heads on the big day.

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“There’s no magic facial that’s going to fix everything overnight,” says Janie Futch, co-owner of Refine Savannah, a boutique medical spa. She recommends getting on a consistent skin regimen four to six months before theFutchwedding.recommends chemical peels for brides dealing with acne or hyperpigmentation, while microneedling, also known as collagen induction, is effective for a brighter, more youthful glow. Even if a months-long commitment isn’t possible, repetition is key: “You want at least two to three treatments for best results.”

Make sure to get all major treatments the week before the wedding to give skin time to calm down. The week of the event, Kaitlyn Smith of Low Country Dermatology says a hydrating mask can be a soothing way to add moisture to skin. “Cold rolling with an ice roller is also an easy way to minimize any inflammation or puffiness on the face.”

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A GOOD ROUTINE STARTS AT HOME Spa treatments can do wonders for the skin and body, but a good, over-the-counter product can also go a long way, says Kim Richardson, an esthetician at Savannah Facial Plastic Surgery. “Add a mild alpha hydroxy acid, like lactic, to your routine to brighten skin,” she says.

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“ There’s no magic facial that’s going to fix everything overnight.”

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PLAN AHEAD If you’re considering Botox, Karen Bouchard, PA-C, at Savannah Plastic Surgery agrees that planning ahead will assure your skin is smooth and ready on wedding day.

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“You would want to schedule Botox four weeks prior to the event,” she says. “This allows plenty of time for the product to settle in and perfect the look.”

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One treatment that Sophia Antonellis, director of marketing for Glow Medical Spa, likes for mothers of the bride is laser therapy to help reduce the appearance of sunspots and aging–particularly on overlooked areas like the hands. “It’s the small areas that people often haven’t thought of that giveaway signs of aging,” she says.

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For brides who want the look of a tan without committing to (or the harmful effects of) hours in the sun, BEETTAN founder Michelle Peth recommends her self tanning lotion, a buildable formula that goes on clear and stays on without staining. “I suggest two applications the week of the wedding, starting 24 to 48 hours before the big day,” she says. “It’s also the perfect product for destination weddings, since you can apply it yourself and build up to the coverage you want.” Peth also offers spray tan treatments for mothers of the bride who prefer a one-and-done treatment.

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Elsewhere, Kaitlyn Smith, an esthetician at Low Country Dermatology, suggests getting an eyebrow wax or dye: “It may sound like something minor, but not having to worry about filling in your brows can be a huge stress relief and time saver.”

Feifei Sun is a writer and editor born in China and raised in the American South — Savannah, Georgia, to be exact. She previously worked as an editor at Vanity Fair and Time magazines, and her writing has also appeared in Dwell, Slate, Real Simple and more.

A LITTLE OIL CAN BE GOOD The stylists at 40 Volume Salon suggest washing hair the night before the big day, rather than the morning of, as curls and other styles hold up better. And if you want any face-framing pieces, get a fresh haircut the week before.

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Laser therapy is best done three weeks before the big day, in case you have a negative reaction.

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Hello, Goodbye From perfecting the welcome package to sending your reception party home with an experience they won’t soon forget, local tastemakers share the top gifts for guests.

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A familiar staple found at the Forsyth Farmers’ Market or on the shelves at Fancy Parker’s Market on Drayton Street in Savannah, Palmetto Kettle Corn checks the boxes for a snack that’s both salty and sweet. To take your welcome package the extra mile, give the gift of sightseeing, such as including tickets to hop on Old Savannah Tours Swanson also recommends including an itinerary for the weekend with a custom watercolor map of the city.

Emily McCarthy & Co.’s Cocktail Candle is hand-poured in a reusable low-ball glass, making it a two-for-one souvenir. Be sure to include a handwritten note.

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A tin of Byrd Cookie Company treats will travel well for guests’ return trips – if they last that long. A Southern tradition dating back to 1924, stick with the greatest hits such as the Key Lime Coolers and Georgia Peach Cookies. Savannah-based Drink Fête offers “cocktail infusions” made from fruits, herbs, seeds and even flowers to create a unique flavor profile that tastes as good as it looks. Just add your spirit of choice.

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Need more inspiration? Here are a few ideas to incorporate local flavor.

Whether your guests traveled near or far, give them a warm welcome filled with Lowcountry favorites that can both be enjoyed right away or savored later. For snacks, think salty, sweet, bubbly and refreshing to cover all your bases. Anna Swanson of Swanson Signature Events says you can’t go wrong with the classics, like Georgia Peanut Commission peanuts, Savannah Bee Company honey, locally made pralines and Coca-Cola in glass bottles. For a playful twist, she recommends adding in Savannah Bananas memorabilia, monogrammed golf towels and a bottle of wine — plus a hangover kit for post-wedding recovery.

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Nothing says “Southern coastal” quite like an oyster shell. Allison Newton of Allison Event Design suggests gifting a local shell painted with a local map by Richmond Hill-based True South Designs for an original memento that can be repurposed as an ornament or ring dish.

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Before you say goodbye, surprise your guests with a local treat to send them home with full hearts — and bellies. “I tend to lean more towards an experience they won’t forget or something practical they will keep and not throw away,” says Swanson.Likewise, Dapper Event Co. owner Sophie Longwater always suggests couples offer a snack if the party will last late, such as Chick-fil-A served on silver platters to guests on the dance floor. “I have never heard of a guest turning their noses up to a yummy snack before the night ends.”

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For a late fall or winter wedding, consider a warm dessert instead. Swanson says Savannah Event Catering is widely known for its wow-worthy flaming donuts.

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For coffee lovers, consider having an espresso bar at your reception. Better yet, choose a favorite bean blend from a local roaster — such as The Coffee Fox Roasting Co. or PERC Coffee — and offer guests bags to take to go.

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After your dance floor heats up, keep guests cool with Savannah Square Pops. These handcrafted ice popsicles are available in refreshing flavors such as Tybee Breeze and Savannah Banana Puddin’ — not to mention the colorful cart makes for a fun photo opp. For a more classic Savannah experience, Leopold’s Ice Cream cart is always a crowd-pleaser. “Especially in the summertime,” adds Longwater.

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Petitely packaged to fit in a purse or a jacket pocket, a small sleeve of Le Macaron French Pastries Savannah — in colors that match your wedding’s palette — makes for a sweet and memorable takeaway. Another option is to check with your caterer or reception venue for add-ons. For example, Longwater says The Alida serves “the most delicious chicken-and-waffles bar you’ll ever eat.”

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COURTNEY BURKE AND MITCHELL RAMOS lived just one mile from each other most of their childhoods, though they didn’t meet until they were teenagers. The highschool sweethearts dated for a decade before becoming engaged in 2018.

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OFFICIANT: The Rev. Sean Thomas Poland FLORALS: Blossoms Events MUSIC: Charleston Virtuosi; The Chromantics CAKE: Minette Rushing Custom Cakes CATERING: Montage Palmetto Bluff; Chick-fil-A COURTNEY’S ATTIRE: Reem Acra at Bergdorf Goodman; Galvan ACCESSORIES:COURTNEY’SManolo Blahnik shoes; Rene Caovilla shoes; Betsey Johnson sneakers; Edie Parker custom purse; Cartier bracelet; Stephanie Gottlieb Fine Jewelry bracelet HAIR AND MAKEUP: Cheryl Quinn Makeup Artistry; Amanda Pierce MITCH’S ATTIRE: Mark Thomas custom tuxedo; David Donahue custom shirt MITCH’S ACCESSORIES: Brackish bow tie; David Donahue shirt studs; Trafalgar suspenders; Paul Stuart shoes; Rolex watch; Tiffany & Co. cufflinks DETAILS

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Courtney wanted the celebration to evoke the feeling of a romantic and elegant garden. Pulling inspiration from her and her mother’s collection of Chinoiserie porcelain, the classic blue-and-white motif carried throughout the wedding details, from the florals to the tablecloths to the keepsake monogrammed napkins. The pièce de résistance, however, was the custom art piece behind the main bar, which elevated the design to something akin to a high-end hotel. To complete the vision, bartenders donned white dinner jackets, while a vase overflowing with white orchids — another personal favorite of the bride and her mother — brought a piece of home to the luxe Lowcountry fête.

When it was time to scout wedding venues, the New Yorkers decided to travel further afield. Courtney always dreamed of getting married in the South, and as soon as she and Mitch pulled into Montage Palmetto Bluff for the first time, they knew they had found the right place. Not only did they trust the Montage name after annual skiing trips to Deer Valley, Utah, but they also had no doubts their guests would enjoy the entire weekend on a property with so much to offer.

SCW CEREMONY: Somerset Chapel at Montage Palmetto Bluff RECEPTION: Village Green at Montage Palmetto Bluff REHEARSAL DINNER: Moreland Landing at Montage Palmetto Bluff

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“Funfetti is my absolute favorite cake flavor and I’ve had my mom make me one every year for my birthday. Because my 28th birthday was the day before our wedding, I thought what better cake to have than Funfetti as my wedding cake?” — COURTNEY BURKE, bride

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KELSEY COLLAZO AND VICTOR CASTROVERDE were introduced in 2014 during Florida State University’s study abroad program in Valencia, Spain. They originally intended to wed in October 2020 in the city where they met, however, the pandemic made planning an international wedding challenging. They rescheduled three times before shifting the location to Savannah. With special help from the vision ary entrepreneur, luxury hotelier, and philanthropist Richard Kessler — a close business associate of the bride’s father — the couple created a one-of-a-kind celebration. Select wedding details hon ored the couples’ shared Cuban-American heritage, as well as the groom’s relation to the Bacardi family. SCW

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REAL WEDDINGS 50 SOUTHERNCOASTALWEDDINGS.COM Sarah & Julius MAY 6 • SAVANNAH, GEORGIA Photography by ESTHER GRIFFIN PHOTOGRAPHY Event planning & design by SWANSON SIGNATURE EVENTS

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Beachview Inn & Spa Accommodations * Rehearsals * Ceremonies * Receptions Located on the South End of Tybee Island www.Beachviewtybee.com * 912-786-5500 ESTHER GRIFFIN 678.943.9960CALLANSCLASSICS.COMPHOTOGRAPHY|CALLANSCLASSICS@GMAIL.COM Callan’s Classics Transporting you in Vintage Luxury Callan’s Classics offers seven gorgeous vintage cars to make your wedding day even more incredible. RESERVE ONE OF OUR BEAUTIFUL CLASSIC CARS TODAY! WICKEDCAKESOFSAVANNAH@GMAIL.COM466MontgomeryStreet-BYAPPOINTMENTONLY912.298.0040 INFO @ DAPPEREVENTCO.COM 912.856.7363 WWW.DAPPEREVENTCO.COM

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Harkleroad Diamonds & Fine Jewelry, designed with grandmother’s wedding diamond

Beachview Event Rentals & Design; EventWorks Rentals; Caroline Carter Events TRANSPORTATION: Outside Savannah STATIONERY: Chatham and Caron SOMETHING OLD: scripture reading SOMETHING NEW: embroidered dupioni silk ring bearer pillow SOMETHING

great-grandmother’s leather bible SOMETHING BLUE: embroidered linen handkerchief

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Crane Cottage at Jekyll Island Club Resort RECEPTION: Crane Cottage at Jekyll Island Club Resort

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OFFICIANT: Casey Sreenan FLORALS: Shea Hopely Flowers MUSIC: Music by Pegge; Rhythm Nation (East Coast Entertainment) VIDEOGRAPHER: Whale Tale Media CAKE: Publix CATERING: Jekyll Island Club Resort KAELYN’S ATTIRE: Sarah Seven dress from Love, A Bridal Boutique KAELYN’S ACCESSORIES: Love, a Bridal Boutique veil; bride’s own jacket HAIR AND MAKEUP: Kimtasha Pro Make-Up Artist; Saskia Penland Hair Artistry MICHAEL’S ATTIRE: Michael’s Formalwear & Bridal MICHAEL’S ACCESSORIES: Brackish o tie and cufflinks; el oro el et slippers; grandfather’s cummerbund WEDDING PARTY ATTIRE: Amsale dress from Bella Bridesmaids; Brackish cufflinks for roomsmen RINGS: Ring Concierge Fine Jewelry; Tiffany & Co.

REHEARSAL DINNER: Grand Dining Room at Jekyll Island Club Resort

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RENTALS: Beachview Event Rentals & Design STATIONERY: Bella Figura from The Write Touch SOMETHING OLD: heirloom sixpence coin gifted by Kaelyn’s Matron of Honor SOMETHING NEW: wedding band SOMETHING BORROWED: MIKIMOTO pearl bracelet worn by Kaelyn’s mother on her wedding day SOMETHING BLUE: blue topaz and diamond ring gifted by Kaelyn’s great-grandmother COLOR PALETTE

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76 SOUTHERNCOASTALWEDDINGS.COM CEREMONY:DETAILS Georgia State Railroad Museum RECEPTION: Georgia State Railroad Museum REHEARSAL DINNER: The Whitman OFFICIANT: Dr. Derward Poole FLORALS: August Floral Event Design MUSIC: Kristin King of New Arts Ensembles; 1st Generation Band COLOR PALETTE HEARTWARMINGHUES REAL WEDDINGS

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COORDINATOR: FLORALS: MUSIC: DJ Music CAKE: Confections CATERING: Lake MEGAN’S ATTIRE: Maggie Sottero MEGAN’S ACCESSORIES: Sassy Jewelry; JL veil HAIR AND MAKEUP: Babes ATL; Mad NEAL’S ATTIRE: R.J. Pope tuxedo NEAL’S ACCESSORIES: Broadway WEDDING PARTY ATTIRE: LuLus R.J. Pope; Frills by Scott Men’s Wearhouse RINGS: Crawford Jewelers; Neal’s heirloom RENTALS: Ranco Rentals TRANSPORTATION: Image is Everything STATIONERY: Minted; Haynes SIGNAGE: Olivia Wilkins Designs SOMETHING OLD: Megan’s yellow rose from Eight Flags Antique SOMETHING NEW: Megan & Neal’s pup BORROWED:SOMETHING Megan’s mom’s veil SOMETHING BLUE: Megan’s “Something Blue” sweatshirt To celebrate their nuptials, the couple planned weddings

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TheLowdownLowcountry Essential details for a Southern Coastal wedding, from forecasts to forms

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SOUTHERN COASTAL WEDDINGS covers some of the most beautiful geography in the world. Although each area of the Lowcountry and Coastal Empire bears its own distinctive mark, they all share certain signatures: stately oaks draped with romantic Spanish moss, preserved historic structures and a cultural reverence for the art of hospitality. Beaufort, South Carolina, in upper Beaufort County, is awash with romance and history, a quintessential small Southern town. At the southern end of Beaufort County, cross the bridge to Hilton Head Island, where even the gas stations have a posh patina. This island is an ode to meticulously planned high-end residences and manicured golf courses all coming together with understated elegance. Bluffton is Hilton Head’s mainland sister — an eclectic community with an artist’s soul. Travel over the Savannah River, and you’re in Chatham County, Georgia. Savannah’s massive historic district and tree-filled squares are top-ofmind when it comes to planning a wedding here, but Savannah-area brides are spoiled for choice — beach weddings on Tybee Island, historic venues well away from the bustle of the city and even rustic farm settings make the Hostess City a versatile site for anyAboutcelebration.anhour to the south of Savannah, you’ll find Glynn County, Georgia, home of the Golden Isles — Jekyll Island, St. Simons Island, Sea Island and Little St. Simons Island, plus the mainland town of Brunswick, which offers a picturesque historic district. It’s easy to see why these islands inspired poet Sidney Lanier’s famed “Marshes of Glynn” — they offer an array of wedding venues, from elegant and exclusive villas to earthy, exquisite driftwood beaches.

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By HANNAH BUCHMAN & BETTY DARBY 2022

AVERAGE HIGH/LOW TEMPERATURES: Spring, 75/58; Summer, 90/75; Fall, 77/62; Winter, 60/43. Bear in mind, heat and humidity are staples of three seasons and can even show up in winter.

BEACH WEDDINGS Beach weddings, like any public gathering, may be impacted by pandemic-inspired safety restrictions.

Many areas, such as the city of Savannah, temporarily suspended or restricted the rental of public areas due to pandemic precautions. The listings below apply to normal situations; use the websites provided to check the current status.

GOLDEN ISLES: On Jekyll Island, dogs are allowed on Driftwood Beach, Jekyll Island Beach and Great Dunes Park but must be leashed. On St. Simons Island, dogs are allowed on East Beach and Massengale Park (no leash required) but prohibited between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. during June, July and August. jekyllisland.com; glynncounty.org

GOLDEN ISLES: To rent a historic site on Jekyll Island (e.g. the Villa Ospo, Horton House ruins) email cjoiner@jekyllisland.com or call 912.635.4168 and pay a rental fee.

GOLDEN ISLES: Alcohol is allowed on the beach but not in glass containers.

To reserve a pavilion, you’ll need to complete a reservation form at jekyllisland. com and email jekyllparks@jekyllisland.com.

RENTING AREAS/HISTORICPUBLIC

SAVANNAH: To dispense wine or beer in a square/park, you’ll need to apply for a Temporary Alcohol Event Permit from the Revenue Department available at savannahga.gov and pay a $50 application fee.

SAVANNAH: To rent a square or park for your wedding, you’ll need to apply for a pub lic assembly permit, unless you are planning an extremely small gathering. Applications must be filled out at least 90 days in advance and can be found at savannahga.gov. The permit fee for residents is $350; nonresidents pay $725 ($575 in the off-season), in addition to security fees. For more information, call 912.351.3837 or visit savannahga.gov under Parks and Squares Rental.

PET LAWS ON BEACHES Regulations concerning dogs on beaches are among the most volatile that beach communities confront, so check the websites presented to make sure nothing has changed before you pack your pooch to the beach.

TIDES: If you want to be a beach bride, don’t forget the tide! Our area experiences dramatic 7-foot differences between high and low tides.

COASTAL WEATHER RAINFALL: Heaviest in August (7.2 inches), lightest in November (2.4 inches); hurricane season officially runs from June 1 through Nov. 30, but mid-August through midOctober is when locals keep a sharp eye on the weather.

GOLDEN ISLES: The Glynn County Probate Court, 701 G St. in downtown Brunswick, offers online applications and payment op tions at glynncounty.org. Appointments can be made by calling the License Department (912.554.7231) or by email: probatecourt@ glynncounty-ga.gov. The fee is $76.

HILTON HEAD ISLAND AND BLUFFTON: The Beaufort County Probate Court offers mail and appointment options for marriage li censes. Fees range from $50 to $95, depend ing on the residency status of the applicants. Learn more at beaufortcountysc.gov or from the marriage license division, 843.255.5850. Appointment options are available at the Beaufort County Probate Court’s main office at 102 Ribaut Road in Beaufort or at its satel lite office at 539 William Hilton Parkway.

Of course getting married involves paperwork and fees. We review below how to take care of the business end of getting married. At press time, COVID-19 restrictions that had been in place for more than a year were poised to lapse — but not quite yet. We’ve referenced the more restrictive versions — those that limit contact — but be aware these are likely to revert to more normal requirements. Remember to check the websites of the relevant counties as your big day approaches.

GETTING MARRIAGEA LICENSE

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HILTON HEAD ISLAND: Leashed dogs are allowed on the beach, but are prohibited from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. between Memorial Day and Labor Day. hiltonheadislandsc.gov SCW

TYBEE ISLAND: Alcohol is allowed on the beach but not in glass containers. Tybee has also instituted a smoking and vaping ban for the beach, complete with stiff fines.

TYBEE ISLAND: No dogs allowed on the beach at any time (or you’ll face a $290 fine plus court costs). cityoftybee.org

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TYBEE ISLAND: You’ll need a $25 beach permit from the City of Tybee facilities man ager. For details and restrictions, go to the special events planning section at cityofty bee.org or contact rrosner@cityoftybee.org.

GOLDEN ISLES: St. Simons Island beaches do not require reservations or permits for weddings. For weddings on Jekyll Island beaches, you’ll need to contact the Jekyll Island Authority at 912.635.6400.

HILTON HEAD ISLAND: To perform a ceremony on the beach, you will need a permit from the Town of Hilton Head Island. The request form can be submitted online at hiltonheadislandsc.gov.

ALCOHOL LAWS FOR PUBLIC AREAS

Alcohol lcensing and permits vary by venue based on which local government has jurisdiction.

SAVANNAH, TYBEE ISLAND AND ELSEWHERE IN CHATHAM COUNTY: Find the marriage license application under Probate Court at courts.chathamcountyga. gov. Email the completed application, and you will be emailed a link to set up an appointment for both parties to visit the office at 133 Montgomery St., Room 509, in downtown Savannah. Fees are $66, with discounts for those who undergo premarital education. The court currently accepts cred it and debit cards, money orders or cashier’s checks, but not cash or personal checks. 912.652.7264.

HILTON HEAD ISLAND: Alcohol is prohibited on all beaches.

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6 MONTHS This is great time to start a regimen of radio frequency microneedling with Agnes and Scarlett. These unique treatments with the revolutionary “Na and Ahn” technolo , stimulate new elastin and collagen production, while targeting pockets of fat with minimal to no swelling and down time. This can minimize jowls, submental fat and eye bags while tightening the skin and improving fine lines and wrinkles. Available exclusively at The Skin Institute and The Laser Center at Savannah Plastic Surgery.

1 WEEK Have a relaxing facial or hydrafacial with dermaplaning for that amazing wedding skin glow!

3 MONTHS Now is the perfect time to have a light chemical peel or try a hydrafacial or dermaplane. A chemical peel will remove dull skin and brighten your face. A hydrafacial will clear congested pores, plump tissues and infuse the skin with anti-aging serums. Dermaplaning will remove dead skin and peach fuzz, leaving your skin super smooth and better able to absorb all the goodness of your skincare regime. From here forward, you will want to focus on your current skincare and no downtime procedures.

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4 WEEKS Now’s the final time for Botox and filler touch-ups.

P lanning a wedding is an exciting and busy time in a woman’s life. With all the hustle and bustle, it’s easy to miss an essential component of looking your best – taking care of your skin. Whether you are the bride or the mother of the bride, you want to look your best as the big day draws near. Let this timeline guide you through all the to-dos!

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12 MONTHS Schedule an appointment with a licensed aesthetician and an aesthetic injectable provider. They will each assess your skin health and make recommendations for redness, brown spots and texture issues like acne and scars. They will guide you in proper skincare and may recommend chemical peels, lasers, microneedling, dermaplaning or hydrafacials. If you have lines at the forehead, between the brows or around your eyes, your injectable provider may recommend Botox/Dysport treatments to relax those muscles and smooth lines. Deep lines may require several treatments. Sagging and wrinkles due to significant volume loss can be improved with fillers, which will rebalance, lift and smooth skin. Be sure to tell them you are preparing for a wedding and what your timeline is.

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9 MONTHS Now is the time for procedures that require downtime or results time. Lasers can lift dark spots, improve fine lines, texture, vessels, redness, pores and build collagen over a three- to six-month period. A series of microneedling treatments will smooth and brighten skin, tighten pores and stimulate collagen.

7208 HODGSON MEMORIAL DR. SAVANNAH

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Bull Street Baptist Church Victorian District 1400 Bull bullstreet.org912.236.1511St.

Wesley United Church St. Simons Island 6520 Frederica Road wesleyssi.org912.634.1412

Bible Baptist Church 4700EastsideSkidaway Road 912.352.3020; bbsav.org

Calvary Baptist 4625MidtownWaters cbtsavannah.org912.351.2288Ave.

Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist Historic District 222 E. Harris savannahcathedral.org912.233.4709St.

Tybee Island Wedding Chapel

First ChurchPresbyterian 540 William Hilton Parkway pchhi.com843.681.3696

St. Methodistthe-SeaAndrew-by-UnitedChurch 20 Pope hhiumc.org843.785.4711Ave.

St. Francis by the Sea Catholic Church 45 Beach City Road stfrancishhi.org843.681.6350

Christ AnglicanChurch Victorian District 2020 Bull 912.355.7730;St. ccasav.org

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Asbury Memorial Church Victorian District 1008 E. Henry St. asburymemorial.org912.233.4351

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Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist Some churches and houses of worship allow ceremonies for church congregants extended family only. Call to confirm.

First PentecostalUnited Church 1735SouthsideGrove Point Road pentecostalsofsavannah.com912.927.0569

ChristianCompassionChurch 55SouthsideAlHenderson Blvd. compassionchristian.com912.925.9657

Blessed Sacrament Catholic Ardsley Park 1003 E. Victory Drive mbschurch.org912.356.6980

MickveCongregationIsrael Historic District 20 E. Gordon St. mickveisrael.org912.233.1547 The BaptistCrossroadChurch 8510SouthsideMiddleground Road thecrossroadbaptist.com912.925.0571

Holy CatholicFamilyChurch 24 Pope holyfamilyhhi.org843.785.2895Ave.

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Christ EpiscopalChurch Historic District 28 Bull christchurchsavannah.org912.236.2500St.

Islands Christian Church Whitemarsh Island 4601 U.S. Hwy. 80 E. islandschristian.org912.897.3604

AgudathCongregationAchim 9MidtownLeeBlvd.; agudath-achim.com912.352.4737

First ChurchPresbyterian Ardsley Park 520 Washington Ave. savannahfpc.org912.354.7615

HILTON HEAD ISCAROLINALAND,SOUTH All EpiscopalSaints Church 3001 Meeting St. allsaints-hhi.org843.681.8333 BethCongregationYam 4501 Meeting St. bethyam.org843.689.2178

Island ChurchLutheran 4400 Main islandlutheran.org843.689.5200St.

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BnaiCongregationBrithJacob 5444MidtownAbercorn St. bbjsynagogue.com912.354.7721

St. ChurchLuke’sAnglican 50 Pope stlukeshhi.org843.785.4099Ave.

PresbyterianProvidence Church 171 Cordillo causegodjoy.com843.842.5673Parkway

Isle of Hope United Methodist Church Isle of Hope 412 Parkersburg Road iohumc.com912.355.8527

AREASAVANNAH All EpiscopalSaints Church Tybee Island 804 Jones allsaintstybee.com912.786.5845Ave.

First BaptistAfricanChurch Historic District 23 Montgomery St. 912.233.6597 firstafricanbc.com

ChurchPresbyterianIndependentofSavannah Historic District 207 Bull ipcsav.org912.236.3346St.

Second African Baptist Church Historic District 123 Houston 912.233.6163St.

Wilmington Island United Methodist Wilmington Island 195 Wilmington Island Road islandmethodist.com912.897.2835

St. Philip AME Historic District 613 Martin Luther King Jr. stphilipame.com912.233.2083Blvd.

Trinity ChurchLutheran 12391SouthsideMercy trinitylutheransavannah.org912.925.4839Blvd.

St. MonumentalPhilip AME Historic District 1112 Jefferson St. stphilipmonumentalamec.org912.233.8547

Life Church at Ardsley Park Ardsley Park 3802 Bull lifechurchsav.com912.234.1256St.

Sacred CatholicHeartChurch Victorian District 1707 Bull sacredheartsavannah.org912.232.0792St.

St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Ardsley Park 3101 Waters georgiaepiscopal.orgstmichaelsavannah.912.354.7230Ave.

St. Thomas Chapel Isle of Hope 2 St. Thomas stthomaschapel.com912.355.3110Ave.

BaptistSouthsideChurch 5502MidtownSkidaway Road church.orgsouthsidebaptist912.355.9555

Unitarian Universalist Church Historic District 313 E. Harris uusavannah.org912.549.0326St.

Trinity MethodistUnited Historic District 225 W. President St. trinity1848.org912.233.4766

White UnitedBluffMethodist 11911SouthsideWhite Bluff Road wbumc.org912.925.5924

* Some churches and houses of worship allow ceremonies for church congregants and extended family only. Call to confirm.

Lutheran Church of the Ascension Historic District 120 Bull ascensionsavannah.org912.232.4151St.

St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Wilmington Island 7030 Concord Road saintpetertheapostle.com912.897.5224 St. EpiscopalPeter’s Skidaway Island 3 W. Ridge stpeterssavannah.org912.598.7242Road

Masjid Jihad Victorian District 117 E. 34th masjidjihad.com912.236.7387St.

Wilmington PresbyterianIsland Wilmington Island 450 N. Cromwell Road wipcsav.org912.897.1840

Radiant ChristianLifeFellowship 5619MidtownSkidaway Road 912.354.1780ralife.org

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St. Francis of the Islands Episcopal Church Wilmington Island 590 Walthour Road stfrancisislands.org912.897.5725 St. EpiscopalJohn’s Church Historic District 1 W. Macon stjohnssav.org912.232.1251St.

St. Michael Catholic Church Tybee Island 802 Lovell saintmichaelstybee.org912.786.4505Ave.

Skidaway Island United Methodist Skidaway Island 54 Diamond siumc.org912.598.8460Causeway

St. Paul’s OrthodoxGreekChurch Victorian District 14 W. Anderson St. stpaulsgreekorthodox.org912.236.8256

White Bluff Presbyterian 10710SouthsideWhite Bluff Road whitebluffpresbyterian.com912.927.1731

Wesley Oak United Methodist Church 3124ThunderboltE.Victory Drive 912.352.0844

Wesley Monumental United Methodist Historic District 429 Abercorn St. wesleymonumental.org912.232.0191

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Kingdom Life Christian Fellowship kingdomlifesav.org912.921.5346Cross425SouthsideW.MontgomeryRoad

Whitefield Chapel at Bethesda Academy

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CHOICEOFCATERER ON-SITEBARRECEPTIONCAPACITY

250150standing;seated Outdoor Yes No Yes No

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The King and Prince Beach and Golf Resort 201 Arnold Road, St. Simons Island kingandprince.com800.342.0212 Multiple venues; largest holds 350 Both YesYes No Yes

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The Cloister at Sea Island 100 Cloister Drive, Sea Island seaisland.com912.638.3611 Multiple 350largestvenues;400,seateddinner Both YesYes No Yes

150 Both Yes No Approvedlist No

Musgrove Retreat 5720 Frederica Road, St. Simons Island musgroveretreats.com912.388.9008 50 indoor; 400 outdoor Both Yes NoFrom listNo Ocean Club of Jekyll Island at Tortuga Jacks 201 N. Beachview Drive, Jekyll Island tortugajacks.com912.342.2600 150 (separaterestaurant)from Both YesYes No Yes

choose the venue.

The Buie Barn 510 Bladen Road, Brunswick thebuiebarn@gmail.com912.265.1398 150 Both Yes Preferredcaterer Approvalrequired Beer and wine only

for a warm reception.

The Reynolds Mansion on Sapelo Island 1766 Landing Road, Sapelo Island reynoldsmansiongastateparks.org/912.485.2299

610 Beachview Drive, St. Simons Island coastalgeorgiahistory.org912.634.7092

100 Both YesYesYesYes

VENUE CONTACT

A.W. Jones Heritage Center with the Coastal Georgia Historical Society

Multiple venues; largest holds 300 Both YesYes No Yes

Jekyll Ocean Club 80 Ocean Way, Jekyll Island jekylloceanclub.com912.635.5170 40-50 Both YesYes No Yes

Great Dunes Beach Deck 101 N. Beachview Drive, Jekyll Island pavillions-outdoor-spacesjekyllisland.com/planevent/912.635.6400

Faith Chapel 1904 Schoolhouse Lane Jekyll Island Historic District jekyllisland.com912.635.4168 110 (ceremonyIndooronly) Yes N/AN/AN/A

Little Raccoon Key Private island littleraccoonkey.com706.284.3247 16 Outdoor Yes No Preferredlist No

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The Jekyll Island Club 371 Riverview Drive, Jekyll Island jekyllclub.com855.535.9547

Moss Cottage Lawn 341 Riverview Drive Jekyll Island Historic District jekyllisland.com912.635.4168 N/A Outdoor Yes No Yes No

Hollybourne 379 Riverview Drive, Jekyll Island Historic District jekyllisland.com912.635.4168 N/A Outdoor Yes No Yes No Horton House 1147 Riverview Drive, Jekyll Island jekyllisland.com912.635.4168 N/A Outdoor Yes No Yes No

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165 Indoor YesYes No Yes

San Souci Lawn 365 Riverview Drive Jekyll Island Historic District jekyllisland.com912.635.4168 N/A Outdoor Yes No Yes No

The Ballroom at the American Legion 1108 Bull St., Historic District alpost135.com912.233.9277 299 Indoor Yes No YesYes

Belford’s Savannah Seafood & Steaks 315 W. Saint Julian St., Historic District belfordssavannah.com912.233.2626 150 Indoor YesYes No Yes

The Alida Hotel 412 Williamson St., Historic District thealidahotel.com912.715.7000 140 90spaceceremony(seated);seated(dinner);150reception Both YesYes No Yes

Villa Ospo 100 James Road, Jekyll Island Historic District jekyllisland.com912.635.4168 80 seated; 100 standing Both Yes No Yes No

10 Downing at Churchill’s Pub 13 W. Bay St., Historic District thebritishpub.com912.232.8501 90 Indoor YesYes No Yes 17 Hundred 90 Inn 307 E. President St., Historic District 17hundred90.com912.236.7122 30 Indoor YesYes No Yes 109 West 109 W. Liberty St., Historic District 109west.net912.232.6633 26 Indoor Yes No Yes No 39 Rue de Jean 605 W. Oglethorpe Ave., Historic District 39ruedejeansav.com912.721.0595 225 Indoor YesYes No Yes

The Barn at Red Gate Farms 190 Redgate Trail Road, West Chatham County savannahsvenue.com912.438.0995 300 Both Yes No Yes No

Bethesda: Whitefield Chapel, Lady Huntington Amphitheater and Bethesda Academy 9520 Ferguson Ave., Eastside bethesdarentals.org912.691.5294 150 chapel; 200 indoor unlimitedreception;outdoor Both Yes No Yes No

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VENUE CONTACT

Sea Palms Resort 515 N. Windward Drive St. Simons Island seapalms.com.com912.638.3351 220 Both YesYes No Yes

Villas by the Sea Resort 1175 Beachview Drive, Jekyll Island villasbythesearesort.com800.841.6262 200 Both Yes No Yes No

B. Matthew’s Eatery 325 E. Bay St., Historic District bmatthewseatery.com/catering912.657.0989 35 upstairs; 65 downstairs; 100 full restaurant Indoor YesYes No Yes

Beachview Bed and Breakfast 1701 Butler Ave., Tybee Island beachviewbbtybee.com912.786.5500 80 Both YesYesYesYes

Villa Marianna 201 Old Plantation Road Jekyll Island Historic District jekyllisland.com912.635.4168 N/A Outside Yes No Yes No

SAVANNAH, GEORGIA

Andaz Savannah 14 Barnard St., Historic District savannah.andaz.hyatt.com912.233.2116

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Beaulieu Vernon River 912.663.5526 250 Both Yes No Yes No

Bellwether House 211 E. Gaston St., Historic District bellwether.house646.397.9720 50 Both YesYesYesYes

The 5 Spot Midtown 4430 Habersham St., Midtown 5spotrestaurant.com912.657.0989 50 back room; 125 restaurantfull Both YesYes No Yes

Charles H. Morris Center 10 East Broad St., Historic District trusteesgarden.com912.443.3277 300 Both Yes No Yes No

Broughton Street Guest House and Carriage House 511 E. Broughton St., Historic District savannahvillas.com912.232.6633 26 Indoor Yes No Yes No

The Clyde 223 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Historic District theclydevenue.com912.344.0064 200 seated; 299 standing Indoor Yes No YesYes

Dub’s Pub 225 W. River St., Historic District dubspubriverstreet.com912.233.2901 250 seated; 350 standing YesYes Preferredlist YesYes

Catholic Pastoral Center 2170 E. Victory Drive, Midtown diosav.org/event-rentals912.201.4069 90 seated; 150 standing Indoor Yes No Yes No

The Dresser Palmer House 211 E. Gaston St., Historic District dresserpalmerhouse.com912.238.3294 80 Both Yes (courtyard) Yes No Yes

Forsyth Park Inn 102 W. Hall St., Historic District forsythparkinn.com912.233.6800

Cohen’s Retreat 5715 Skidaway Road, Magnolia Park coastalgeorgiabg.org912.355.3336 150 seated; 240 cocktail Both YesYes No Yes

The Brice—A Kimpton Hotel 601 E. Bay St., Historic District bricehotel.com912.238.1200 125 Both YesYes No Yes

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Botanic Garden at Georgia Southern University 1503 Bland Ave., Statesboro georgiasouthern.edu/garden912.478.1149

Cotton Sail Hotel 126 W. Bay St., Historic District cottonsailhotel.com912.200.3700 60 seated with dance oor; 100 without Indoor YesYes No Yes

50 Indoor YesYes No Yes

Doubletree Hotel—Historic Savannah 411 W. Bay St., Historic District historicsavannah.double912.790.7000 200 Indoor YesYes No Yes

Brockington Hall 213 E. Hall St., Historic District brockingtonhall.com912.358.8440 150 Indoor Yes No Yes No

Cha Bella 102 East Broad St., Historic District cha-bella.com912.790.7888 120 Indoor YesYes No Yes

Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens 2 Canebrake Road, Southside coastalgeorgiabg.org912.921.5460

200 interior; 300 exterior Both Yes No Yes No

Courtyard by Marriott—Savannah 415 W. Liberty St., Historic District marriott.com/savdt912.790.8287

The DeSoto Savannah 15 E. Liberty St., Historic District thedesotosavannah.com912.443.2008 750 Both Yes (with Yes No Yes

125 pavilion; 400 with tent Both Yes No Yes No

Ford Field and River Club 12511 Ford Ave., Richmond Hill 912.756.5725 fordfieldandriverclub.com 250 Both YesYes No Yes

45 Both Yes (courtyard) Yes No Yes

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VENUE

Botanical Garden, Savannah Area Council of Garden Clubs and Historic Reinhard Farmhouse 1388 Eisenhower Drive, Midtown savannahbotanical.org912.355.3883 32 interior; 75 exterior Both Yes No Yes No

Bryson Hall 5 E. Perry St., Historic District brysonhall.com912.272.4435 125 seated; 200 standing Indoor Yes No Yes No

300 IndoorNo Yes No Yes

up to 450 Outdoor (coveredavailableareasfordressing) Yes No Yes No

Georgia State Railroad Museum 655 Louisville Road, Historic District chsgeorgia.org912.651.6823 400 Both Yes No Yes No

200 in pavilion; 50 in ClubhouseMarker46A BothNoNo Yes No

Hilton Garden Inn— Savannah Historic District 321 W. Bay St., Historic District stayhgi.com912.721.5000 60 IndoorNo Yes No Yes

HollyOaks on the Marsh 2090 Grove Point Road, Southside hollyoaksotm.cominfo@hollyoaksotm.com

Isle of Hope Marina 50 W. Bluff Drive, Eastside iohmarina.com/contact-us912.354.8187

Garibaldi Café 315 W. Congress St., City Market garibaldisavannah.com912.231.8221 100 IndoorNo Yes No Yes

Georgia Historical Society 501 Whitaker St., Historic District 912.651.2125, ext. 120 georgiahistory.com 200 Both Yes No Approvedlist No

Hotel Indigo Savannah 201 W. Bay St., Historic District hotelindigosavannah.com912.236.4440

Hotel Tybee 1401 Strand Ave., Tybee Island hoteltybee.com912.786.7777 150 Both YesYes No Yes

Multiple venues, largest holds 300 Both YesYes No Yes

Grand Lake Club at Southbridge 815 Southbridge Blvd., Southbridge grandlakesav.com/weddings912.233.2466

170 seated; 250 standing Both YesYes No Yes

Hampton Inn and Suites— Savannah Downtown Historic District 201 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Historic District hamptoninn3.hilton.com912.721.1600 125 IndoorNoNo Yes No Hampton Inn and Suites— Savannah Midtown 20 Johnston St., Midtown hamptoninn3.hilton.com912.721.3700 150 Indoor YesYes No Yes

The Harper Fowlkes House 230 Barnard St., Historic District chsgeorgia.org/hfh912.234.2180 120 Both Yes No Yes No

450 gym; 80 meeting room Indoor YesYesYes No

The Gastonian 220 E. Gaston St., Historic District gastonian.com912.232.2869 50 Both YesYesYes No

Gingerbread House 1921 Bull St., Victorian District gingerbreadhouseevents.com912.358.8440 100 Indoor Yes No Yes No

Hilton Garden Inn—Savannah Midtown 5711 Abercorn St., Midtown stayhgi.com912.652.9323

Hyatt Regency Savannah 2 W. Bay St., Historic District hyatt.com/savannah912.238.1234 1,000 Both YesYes No Yes

Isaiah Davenport House Museum 324 E. State St., Historic District davenporthousemuseum.org912.236.8097 80 Both gardenYes, No Yes No

Fort McAllister State Historic Park 3894 Fort McAllister Road, Richmond Hill gastateparks.org/fortmcallister912.727.2339 130 Outdoor Yes No Yes No

Kehoe House 123 Habersham St., Historic District kehoehouse.com912.232.1020 55 with full house Both Yes NoNoNo

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100 Indoor YesYes No Yes

Hellenic Center 19 W. Anderson St., Victorian District stpaulsgreekorthodox.org912.236.8256

JW Marriott Savannah 400 W. River St., Historic District marriott.com/savjw912.373.9100

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www.chsgeorgia.org Four unique venues to accommodate any size celebration! breathtakingbackdrop viewsriver intimatesetting historyrich Image Credit: Apt. B Photography Image Credit: Amber Elizabeth Weddings Image Credit: Rich Burkhart Image Credit: Fete Photography

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub & Grill 311 W. Congress St., Historic District macphersonspub.com912.239.9600 50 Indoor YesYes No Yes

100 IndoorNo Yes No Yes

Old Fort Jackson 1 Fort Jackson Road, East Savannah chsgeorgia.org912.210.8398

Palmetto Coast Charters 8 Logan St., Tybee Island chsgeorgia.org912.786.5403

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Perry Lane Hotel 256 E. Perry St., Historic District perrylanehotel.com912.415.9000 175 seated; 250 standing Both YesYes No (with Yes

Pin Point Heritage Museum 9924 Pin Point Ave., Southside chsgeorgia.org912.312.3038 200 Both Yes No Yes No

The Lighthouse Historical Venue and Southern Tea Cottage 120 N. Columbia Ave., Hwy. 21, Rincon thelighthouserinconga.com912.210.2349 100 Both YesYesYesYes

120Indoor:standing;Outdoor:165seated,340standing BothNo Yes No Yes

Receptions at The Olde HousePink Indoor YesYesYesYes

Moon River Brewing Co. 21 W. Bay St., Historic District moonriverbrewing.com912.447.0943

The Landings Club Palmetto Ballroom 1 Cottonwood Drive, Skidaway Island 912.598.3527 450350standing;seated Both YesYes No Yes

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Massie Heritage Center 207 E. Gordon St., Historic District massieschool.com912.395.5070 75 meeting room, girls’ garden or boy’s garden Both smallYes, NoPreferredNo

National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force 175 Bourne Ave., Pooler mightyeighth.org912.748.8888 up to 260; 120 in chapel Both YesYes ListNo

VENUE CONTACT

The Lady and Sons 102 W. Congress St., Historic District ladyandsons.com912.233.2600

Planters Inn on Reynolds Square 29 Abercorn St., Historic District plantersinnsavannah.com800.554.1187

Multiple fromamphitheater,includingrooms75seatedto150standing Both Yes kitchenNo,on-site Approvedlist No

The Mackey House 190 Red Gate Farm Trail, Chatham Parkway West Chatham County mackeyhouse.com912.234.7404 400 including house, garden and pavilion Both YesYesYes No

150 InsideNo Yes No Yes

Pei Ling Chan 322 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Historic District scad.edu/pei-ling-chan912.525.5870

The Marshall House 123 E. Broughton St., Historic District marshallhouse.com912.644.7896 290 (80 at ceremony site) Indoor YesYes No Yes

The Mansion on Forsyth Park 700 Drayton St., Historic District kesslercollection.com912.238.5158 200 seated; 250 standing Indoor YesYesYesYes

Morningstar Marina Bahia Bleu Porch 2812 River Drive, Thunderbolt morningstarmarinas.com912.354.2283 35-40 (more if client providestables)chairs/ screenOutdoorcoveredporch Yes No YesYes

150 IndoorNo Yes No Yes

150; approx. 600 with rentals Both Yes No Yes No

The Olde Pink House 23 Abercorn St., Historic District theoldepinkhouserestaurant.com912.232.4286

The Pirates’ House 20 East Broad St., Historic District thepirateshouse.com912.233.5757

Unlimited (beach, boat, etc.) Outdoor YesYesYes No

Savannah History Museum 303 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Historic District chsgeorgia.org912.651.6823 50 Indoor YesYesYesYes

The Savannah Quarters Country Club 8 Palladian Way, Pooler savannahquarters.com912.450.2285

Savannah Riverboat 9 E. River St., Historic District savannahriverboat.com912.629.2637 1,000 Both YesYes No Yes

Savannah Marriott Riverfront 100 General McIntosh Blvd., Historic District savannahmarriott.com912.233.7722 1,600 Indoor YesYes No Yes

400350standing;seated Indoor accommo-Candate Yes Preferredcaterers Yes

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Savannah Civic Center 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave., Historic District savannahcivic.com912.651.6550 400 Indoor YesYesYesYes

Savannah Station 601 Cohen St., Historic District savannahstation.com912.233.5400

The River House Seafood Restaurant 125 W. River St., Historic District savannahriverhouse.com912.234.1900 65 seated; 120 standing IndoorNo Yes No Yes

Skidaway Island State Park 52 Diamond Causeway, Southside gastateparks.org/skidawayisland912.598.2300

150 Indoor, small area in front forseatingoutdoor YesYes No Yes

200 indoor; 300 exterior Both YesYes No Yes

Ruth’s Chris Steak House 1111 W. Bay St., Historic District ruths-chris.com912.721.4800 100 Both YesYes No Yes

Soho South 12 W. Liberty St., Historic District sohosouthcafe.com912.721.7017

Thompson Savannah 201 Port St., Historic District 912.521.6113

Richmond Hill City Center 520 Cedar St., Richmond Hill richmondhillcitycenter.com912.445.0043 300 Both YesYes No Yes

River Street Inn 124 E. Bay St., Historic District riverstreetinn.com912.234.6400 72 Indoor YesYes No (with Yes

150 Outdoor Yes No Yes No

The Shrimp Factory 313 E. River St., Historic District theshrimpfactory.com912.236.4229

The Venue 1446 Dean Forest Road, Savannah thevenueatsavannah.com912.228.8620

Tybee Island Wedding Chapel and Grand Ballroom 1114 .S. Hwy. 80 E., Tybee Island tybeeweddingchapel.com912.786.9099

500350standing;seated Indoor Yes fromChooselist fromChooselist Caterer

Multiple venues, largestdatesaccommo-200 Both YesYes No Yes

Surf Song Bed and Breakfast 21 Officers Row, Tybee Island tybeesurfsong.com912.472.1040

Tybee Island Light Station 30 Meddin Ave., Tybee Island tybeelighthouse.org912.786.5801 400 Both Yes No Yes No

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Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum William Scarbrough House and Gardens 41 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Historic District shipsofthesea.org912.232.1511 700350standing;seated outdoor/Coveredoutdoor Yes No YesYes

180 Indoor Yes No Yes No

12 Indoor YesYes fromChooselist Caterer

25 IndoorNo Yes No Yes

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Presidents’ Quarters Inn 225 E. President St., Historic District presidentsquarters.com912.233.1600 32 Both Yes No Yes No

Savannah Convention Center 1 International Drive, Hutchinson Island savtcc.com912.447.4063 1,000 Both YesYes No Yes

The Wyld Dock Bar 2740 Livingston Ave., Eastside thewylddockbar.com912.692.1219 200 Both YesYes No Yes

Montage Palmetto Bluff 477 Mount Pelia Road, Bluffton palmettobluffmontagehotels.com/843.706.6500

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Wilmington Island Club 501 Wilmington Island Road, Wilmington Island wilmingtonislandclub.com912.897.1612 235 seated w/ dance oor; 300 standing Both YesYes No Yes

Woodlawn Plantation and Gardens 1683 Hwy. 17 N., Guyton 912.772.3608, 912.658.2219 on Facebook 200 Both Yes No Yes (two)Yes

Dataw Island 121 Dataw Drive, Beaufort dataw.com843.838.3838 250 Both YesYes No Yes

Fripp Island Golf and Beach Resort 2119 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena frippislandresort.com888.741.8974 300 Both YesYes No Yes he fi e s Clu 554 Quilali Road, Marine Corps Air Station mccs-sc.com843.228.7552

The Whitman Savannah 611 Whitaker St., Historic District thewhitmansavannah.com912.373.8111 125 Indoor YesYesYes Caterer

on the River

The Lyceum Tripoli St., Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island mccs-sc.com843.228.1559 550 seated; 600 standing Both YesYes No Yes

Hampton Hall Club 170 Hampton Hall Blvd., Bluffton 843.815.9336hamptonhallclubsc.com/weddings 380 seated; 425+ standing YesYesYes No Yes

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Callawassie Island 22 Callawassie Club Drive, Callawassie Island callawassieisland.com843.987.2143 225 interior; 300 exterior Both YesYes No Yes

Winston’s Wine Cellar 13 W. Bay St., Historic District thebritishpub.com912.232.8501 60 IndoorNo Yes No Yes

Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa 1 Resort Drive, Hutchinson Island westinsavannah.com912.201.2000 840 1,600standing;seated

Both YesYes No exceptions)(with Yes

Villa Marie Center 6 Dolan Drive, Isle of Hope diosav.org/event-rentals912.201.4069 96150standing;seated Both Yes No Yes No

300 seated w/ dance oor; 450 standing Both YesYes No Yes

Belfair 200 Belfair Oaks Blvd., Bluffton belfair1811.com843.706.4634 220 seated; 300 theater style Both YesYes Cake only Yes

Berkeley Hall 366 Good Hope Road, Bluffton weddings-corporate-eventsberkeleyhallclub.com/843.815.8493 110 indoor; 400 outdoor Both YesYes No Yes

Multiple venues; largest holds 500 Both YesYes No Yes

Bay St., Historic

Victory North Savannah 2603 Whitaker St., Starland District victorynorthsavannah.com912.323.2616 450748standing;seated Both Yes No YesYes

BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA

Traditions Nicaragua St., Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island mccs-sc.com843.228.1584 150 dining room; 300 facility Both YesYes No Yes

Vic’s 26 E. District vicsontheriver.com912.721.1000 200+ Indoor YesYes No Yes

The Beaufort Inn 809 Port Republic St., Beaufort beaufortinn.com843.379.4667 300 Both YesYes No Yes

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1,700200160Outdoor:seated;standing;Indoor:1,000seated;standing Both YesYes No Yes he ni Hilton Head ean ont eso t 23 Ocean Lane, Palmetto Dunes Resort omnihiltonhead.com843.842.8000 Multiple venues; up to 250 Both YesYes No Yes oseidon Coastal Cuisine 38 Shelter Cove Lane, Ste. 121, Hilton Head poseidonhhi.com843.341.3838 150 seated; 200 standing IndoorNo Yes No Yes ea ines eso t 32 Greenwood Drive, Hilton Head Island seapines.com/wedding843.842.1495 Multiple80–250venues;max Both YesYes No Yes onesta eso t Hilton Head sland 130 Shipyard Drive, Hilton Head Island sonesta.com/hiltonheadisland843.842.2400 Multiple1,100venues; Both YesYes No Yes aga ond C uise 149 Lighthouse Road, Harbour Town 843.785.2662, ext. vagabondcruise.com155 120 Both YesYesYes Yes (with fee)

120 seated; 150 standing Both Yes (beach) Yes No Yes Haig oint Clu 10 Haig Point Circle, Daufuskie Island haigpoint.com843.341.8162 200, 150 seatedBoth YesYes No Yes Hilton Head a iott eso t pa 1 Hotel Circle, Hilton Head Island marriott.com/hhhgr843.686.8476

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INDOOR/OUTDOOR CEREMONYSITE ON-SITECATERING CHOICEOFCATERER ON-SITEBARRECEPTIONCAPACITYCONTACT

Westin Hilton Head sland eso t and pa 2 Grasslawn Ave, Port Royal Plantation westinhiltonheadisland.com843.681.4000 1,600 Both YesYes No Yes We o d lantation 111 Wexford Club Drive, Hilton Head Island wexfordplantation.com843.715.0913 185 seated w/ dance oor and band; 260 w/ tent outside Both YesYes No Yes

Old Town Bluffon Inn 1321 May River Road, Old Town Bluffton blufftoninn.com843.707.4045 80 BothNoNo PreferredCaterer Yes ldfield Clu 130 Oldfield Way, Okatie 843.645.4622 oldfield1732.com 300 Both Yes NoNoNo ose Hill ansion 199 Rose Hill Way, Bluffton rosehillmansion.com843.757.6046 500100outside;inside (cocktail-style service) Both (interior not available for reception) Yes NoNo yourBringown enue 1223 May River Road, Old Town Bluffton downtowncateringcompany.com843.815.5335 150 seated; 300 standing Both YesYes No Yes HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SOUTH CAROLINA thu Hills 2 Leamington Land, Hilton Head Island venuespalmettodunesevents.com/843.686.9643 60 seated; 80150standing;tented Both YesYes No Yes Bea h House 1 S. Forest Beach Drive, Hilton Head Island thebeachhousehhi.com855.474.2882 Multiple venues; largest holds 375 Both YesYes No Yes Cent e Cou t a ilion 20 Carnoustie Road, Hilton Head Island venuespalmettodunesevents.com/843.686.9643 120 seated; 150 standing Both YesYes NoNo Coastal is o e y useu at Honey Ho n 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island 843.689.6767, ext. 224 costaldiscovery.org 250 (more with tent) Outdoor (coveredpavilion) Yes No Yes No unes House 14 Dunes House Drive, Hilton Head Island venuespalmettodunesevents.com/843.686.9643

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2 Canebrake Road, Savannah Page 1 Cohen’s Retreat cohensretreat.com912.355.3336

DESIGNFLORAL Ivory & Beau ivoryandbeau@gmail.comivoryandbeau.com912.200.4794

PLASTIC SURGERY Savannah Plastic Surgery savannahplasticsurgery.com912.244.8050

109 Parker Ave. S., Brooklet Page 13 Love Curvy Bridal lovecurvybridal.comsavannah@lovecurvybridal.com912.335.7751

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PROCEDURES Skin Institute at Savannah Plastic Surgery skin-institute-savannahsavannahplasticsurgery.com/912.351.5050 7208 Hodgson Memorial Drive, Savannah Page 107 ENTERTAINMENT All About You Entertainment allaboutyoudjs.com912.897.0518

125 W. Duffy St., Savannah Page 15 Ivory & Beau ivoryandbeau@gmail.comivoryandbeau.com912.200.4794

1388 Eisenhower Drive, Savannah Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens coastalbg.uga.edu912.921.5460

3212 E. Broughton St., Savannah Page 85 The Pirates’ House thepirateshouse.com912.233.5757

3127 Bull St., Savannah Page 18 CATERERS Cape CateringCreationsInc. capecreationscatering.com912.354.9672

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5715 Skidaway Road, Savannah Page 11

2111 Price St., Savannah Page 67 Swanson Signature Events swansonsignatureevents.com678.787.0374 213 St. Andrew’s Road, Rincon Pages 24–25 Stunning & Brilliant Events stunningandbrilliantevents.com704.308.6779

Advanced A/V Rentals advancedav.rentals912.232.9920 2604

RentalsEvent rancotents.com912.944.6200

20 East Broad St., Savannah Page 45 Sarandipity Fare sarandipityfare.comsarandipityfare@gmail.com912.441.0163 Page Catering thrivecatering@gmail.comcateringbythrive.com912.508.6068

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Page COSMETIC DENTISTRY COSMETIC Page 71 w.smith 46 EQUIPMENT RENTAL Causton Bluff Road, Amazing 843.837.5090Bluffton,843.379.5503Beaufort,amazingeventrentals@gmail.comamazingeventrentals.com912.927.2666SouthCarolinaSouthCarolina

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912.238.2120 Oglethorpe Mall 904.527.2643 St. Johns Town Center, Jacksonville, Florida Back cover

117 Westside Blvd., Pooler Page 111 Royal Restrooms royalrestrooms.com912.234.6800

TRANSPORTATION Old Savannah Tours oldsavannahtours.com800.517.9007912.234.8128

APPAREL Camellia Bridal camelliabridal.comcamelliasavannah@gmail.com912.201.3815

7208 Hodgson Memorial Drive, Savannah Page 107 MAKEUP/SPASSALONS/ 40 Volume Salon 40volume.com912.352.0077 816 E. 71st St., Savannah Page 30

114 Horizon Park Drive, Savannah Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort 2119frippislandresort.com888.831.4453SeaIslandParkway, Saint Helena, South Carolina Page 102 Leopold’s Ice Cream leopoldsicecream.com912.234.4442

2111 Price St., Savannah Page 67 J’Adore Bridal jadorebridal@gmail.com912.842.4022

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1503 Bland Ave., Statesboro Inside back cover Botanical Garden, Savannah Area Council of Garden Clubs & Historic Reinhard Farmhouse savannahbotanical.org912.355.3883

music wsmith.bookings@gmail.comwsmithmusic.com912.661.1476 Page

Page 63 Eagle Restrooms eaglerestrooms.com912.623.2040 22425 U.S. Hwy. 80 E., Statesboro Page 111 Ranco

PLANNERSEVENT Ivory & Beau ivoryandbeau@gmail.comivoryandbeau.com912.200.4794

2111 Price St., Savannah Page 67 Kato Floral Designs katoweddings.com912.508.1166

215 West Boundary St., Savannah Page 38 VENUES Botanic Garden at Georgia Southern University georgiasouthern.edu/garden912.871.1149

Cohen Dental savannahdentalcentre.com912.353.9533 310 Eisenhower Drive, Building #2, Savannah Page 46

418 E. Broughton St., Savannah Pages 4–5 JEWELRY Forsythe Jewelers forsythejewelers.biz843.671.7070 The Shops at Sea Pines Center, 71 Lighthouse Road #311, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina Page 91 Levy Jewelers — Since 1900 Historic Downtown Savannah, corner of Bull and Broughton levyjewelers.com912.233.1163

Page 2 Thrive Catering thrivecatering@gmail.comcateringbythrive.com912.508.6068

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529 Beachview Drive, St. Simons Island Pages 6-7, 8 Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort frippIslandresort.com888.831.4453

2230 Barnard St., Savannah Page 117 onHollyOakstheMarsh hollyoaksotm.cominfo@hollyoaksotm.com

20 East Broad St., Savannah Page 45 The Wyld Dock Bar thewylddockbar.com912.692.1219

2090 Grove Point Road, Savannah Page 16–17 Old Fort Jackson chsgeorgia.org/ofj/special-events912.232.3945

Page 78 The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa westinsavannah.com912.201.2042

2740 Livingston Ave., Savannah Page 117

1 Fort Jackson Road, Savannah Page 117 Pei Ling Chan Gallery scad.edu/pei-ling-chanvenues@scad.edu912.525.5870

1 Resort Drive, Savannah Page 3

SERVICESVISITOR Visit Savannah visitsavannah.com877.SAVANNAH 101 E. Bay St., Savannah Page 121

2119 Sea Island Parkway, Saint Helena, South Carolina Page 102 Lucky VacationSavannahRentals luckysavannah.com912.257.4050

9924 Pin Point Ave., Savannah Page 117 The Pirates’ House thepirateshouse.com912.233.5757

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ACCOMMODATIONSVENUES/ Golden Isles goldenisles.com912.638.9014800.933.2627

322 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd Inside front cover Pin Point Heritage Museum chsgeorgia.org/phm/special-events912.355.0064

317 East Broad St., Savannah Page 71 CottageOceanfrontRentals oceanfrontcottage.com800.786.5889

Georgia State Railroad Museum chsgeorgia.org/gsrm/special-events912.651.6823

655 Louisville Road, Savannah Page 117 Harper Fowlkes House chsgeorgia.org/hfh/special-events912.234.2180

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