Feature photo by Mint Forever Photography
Not every wedding needs a ballroom. Atlanta is home to museums with striking architecture, fascinating collections, and spaces that can make a wedding feel truly one-of-a-kind. From art museums to cultural institutions, these venues give couples a chance to celebrate somewhere their guests will actually remember.
Looking for a wedding venue with a little something different? North Georgia’s vineyards and wineries offer beautiful scenery, outdoor spaces, and plenty of charm for your big day. From intimate celebrations to full wedding weekends, there are options for all kinds of couples and wedding styles. We rounded up some of the area’s vineyard and winery venues. Take a look to find the right setting for your day.
Golf courses and country clubs are a great option for couples looking for a beautiful wedding setting with plenty of room to celebrate. With scenic views, lush greens, outdoor ceremony spaces and elegant reception areas, these venues offer a variety of options for your day.
From smaller celebrations to larger gatherings, Atlanta-area golf courses and country clubs offer something for every type of wedding. We’re rounding up some of our favorites: (more…)
Against the industrial backdrop of 42West, bridal romance finds its edge.
LOCATION 42West
PHOTOGRAPHY Momo Lux Photo
HAIR & MAKEUP Vigilante Cosmetics
JEWELRY Paramount Jewelers
GOWN PROVIDERS Bel Fiore Bridal, Daniella Marie Bridal, Hanan’s Bridal, J. Andrew’s Bridal, Renhue
FLORAL EventScapes Atlanta
SWEETS CART Joya Dessert Studio
MODEL Maya Chestnut from Forward the Agency
FEATURE PHOTO STATIONERY BY The White Dog Design Co.
Hate to break it to you, but after all the planning, invoices and dancing are done, you’re not quite finished with wedding tasks. It might seem like a small gesture, but writing good, old-fashioned thank-you notes goes a long way. Think of it not as a chore, but as a chance to relive the joy of your wedding day and express gratitude to the people who made it oh-so unforgettable.
So, how do you write a thank you note that feels genuine without spending hours agonizing over every word? Let’s break it down.
FEATURE PHOTO OF The Abbott Mansion | PHOTO BY Hannah Cree Photography
The Atlanta area is full of new and notable businesses to bring your wedding to life. Here are a few of our top picks!
Photo by Haley Howell Photography
4593 Mount Vernon Rd. | Gainesville, GA 30506
@bennettfarmsga | bennettfarmsga.com
Nestled in the heart of North Georgia, Bennett Farms venue blends timeless charm with modern elegance, creating a beautiful setting for unforgettable celebrations. Warm wood accents, striking iron details and scenic surroundings provide a stunning backdrop for weddings of every style. Designed to feel both welcoming and refined, the space offers couples the freedom to create a day that reflects their unique story. Whether exchanging vows beneath an open sky or celebrating with loved ones indoors, every moment is thoughtfully framed by beauty, character and genuine hospitality. (more…)
Dressed in sequins and velvet, Atlanta’s wedding industry gathered on Thursday, January 8, for the Atlanta Style Weddings issue release party at the iconic Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead. Designed as an immersive evening of connection, creativity and celebration, the event invited the city’s top wedding pros to step out of their typical vendor roles and be the guests of honor for a night. Planned by ChrisFête Events, the soirée was sultry, sleek and social — think Studio 54 energy reimagined through a modern, Atlantan lens.
FEATURED PHOTO BY Kristen Thomison | FEATURED PHOTO FLORALS BY Fox & Fern
Florals have a way of transforming a wedding from lovely to downright jaw-dropping. Whether they’re framing your walk down the aisle or accenting the tablescapes guests admire over dinner, florals bring texture and emotion into every corner of your celebration. It’s safe to say they do some serious heavy lifting when it comes to setting the tone. So, when flowers are one of the most photographed parts of your day, where do you even begin?
If your only floral experience involves grabbing a plastic-wrapped bouquet at the entrance of Trader Joe’s or sending sympathy arrangements, you’re not alone. Planning wedding flowers is an entirely different game, but with a little prep and the right florist, you’ll soon be dreaming in dahlias and hydrangeas. Let’s break it down step by step. (more…)
Sweet cake trends for 2026, served fresh!
Opulent and joyful, the ornate piping of yesteryear has reemerged with Lambeth cakes. Using royal icing rather than soft buttercream, these designs feature more-is-more layers of scrolls, swags and ruffles. For couples seeking a maximalist confectionary sculpture with nostalgic sense of whimsy, this style is “the one.” (more…)
WORDS & PHOTOGRAPHY BY Audrey McCloud, Audrey Grace Photo
Picture this: you and your spouse are celebrating your 20th wedding anniversary. You’ve reached this iconic marriage milestone; maybe you even planned a special trip. As you reminisce about your wedding day, you decide to pull up your photos…and suddenly you’re rummaging through drawers searching for that old hard drive or long-forgotten thumb drive. Maybe you attempt to power up your 20-year-old iPhone. Or you dig through email archives trying to find the link to the online gallery your photographer once sent. Is cloud storage even still around? Do you still have the computer your photos were downloaded to? Feel that little rush of panic?
Take a breath. (more…)
LOCATION: Collier Hall
PHOTOGRAPHY: Boone Studios
STYLING: Alexandra Dillard
HAIR: SC Hair
MAKEUP: Beauty by Beé
JEWELRY: TaTe Diamonds
SHOES: Bella Belle Shoes, Kailee P, Valentina Rangoni
FLORAL: Flowers of Marietta
GOWN PROVIDERS: a&bé x anna bé, Bel Fiore Bridal, En Blanc Bridal, J. Andrew’s Bridal, TTON Couture, Wynona Fox
MODELS :Maya Martin (Ursula Wiedmann Models); Lauren Smith (Forward the Agency)
CONTENT CREATOR: Dream Day Social
WRITTEN BY Shannon Turner, Shannon Turner Cakes | FEATURED PHOTO BY Tags Photography
It’s 11 p.m. and you’re scrolling through Pinterest, building your dream wedding board. You’ve found it: the perfect cake adorned with blush peonies, garden roses straight out of a Cotswolds cottage garden and delicate lily of the valley cascading down three tiers. The vision is stunning. You can already see it at your reception! But here’s what most couples scrolling at night don’t know: lily of the valley is genuinely dangerous. Not just mild stomach-ache dangerous; we’re talking cardiac glycosides that can affect heart function. And it’s far from the only gorgeous wedding flower that should never come into contact with a cake.
The stakes aren’t small. Guest safety is paramount, and the last thing anyone wants is a medical emergency at their reception (though serious reactions are uncommon with proper handling and the right precautions). The good news is that fresh flowers can absolutely be used safely on wedding cakes when you work with knowledgeable professionals and understand the basics yourself. (more…)
