Kayla + Tyler Wedding at Whitegate Inn
Asheville Elopements
Sudha + Adam Summer Wedding at White Gate Inn
It’s always a beautiful day for a wedding! Especially at Whitegate Inn and Cottage where the garden is so gorgeous and colorful. Sudha was gorgeous in her vintage style, beaded wedding dress. And the love was beaming between them as they prepared to tie their lives together forever. They gathered at the little bridge in the garden surrounded by color; simple and sweet, the moment was all about the two of them and their love for each other. Afterwards we walked around the grounds and got their couple photos done. And of course, ended with cake!
Congratulations to Sudha and Adam. I wish you a lifetime of laughter, happiness, love and family. May the love you felt on this special day shine through your many years together.
VENDORS
Venue- White Gate Inn and Cottage
Photography- Studio Misha Photography
Flowers- Merrimon Florist
Julie + Joe Elopement at White Gate Inn - Asheville, NC
The day before the wedding I went to go check out the light and look of the garden, and it was snowing! But then the next day it was beautiful. Still cold! But beautiful. Keeping the wedding indoors so they could say their vows without shivering, Julie and Joe shared loving looks as they went through the ceremony. It always gets me that no matter whether a ceremony is amongst 200 guests, or just 4 people, it can be such a powerful and emotional moment. I’ll never get tired of people tying the knot. It’s just so romantic!
We ventured outside for some photos, enjoying the beauty of the garden even in its winter phase. And then back inside for a gorgeous and yummy cake. The chef at the inn never ceases to amaze. I’ve never seen two cakes that even remotely looked alike. And their always beautiful.
Congratulations Julie and Joe! May the love you shared with each on this day shine through your many years together. And I hope their filled with a lot more kisses, and laughter, and tons of joy. Thanks for making me a part of your special day.
VENDORS TO LOVE
Photography- Studio Misha
Venue- WhiteGate Inn & Cottage
Flowers- Merrimon Florist
T + R Tie The Knot at WhiteGate Inn & Cottage-- Asheville, NC Wedding
Whether the guest list is 200 or 2, a wedding is still, at its core, about love and commitment. The two most important people are there, standing before each other and pledging to join their lives together forever. And that’s why I love weddings so much, because I just LOVE love!!!
It was wonderful to see this amazing couple say their vows and the love that was shining in their eyes when they looked at each other. Another little wedding day sprinkle came and went during the ceremony and then we were outside to complete our couple’s portraits. Everything was green and lush as we strolled around the gardens snapping pics along the way. T’s dress was GORGEOUS!! I’m a huge fan of wedding dresses of all kinds, but the billowy, cupcake, princess ones have a special place in my heart.
Inside for cake and our day came to a sweet end; with the bride and groom sharing in their first task together and cutting the cake. WhiteGate’s Inn’s chef is so talented and makes an amazing cake! Congratulations to you both, and I wish you so much joy and love throughout your many years.
VENDORS
Venue- WhiteGate Inn & Cottage
Flowers- Merrimon Florist
Whtiegate Inn Steampunk Elopement- Kelly + Ryan
I have officially had my first Steampunk wedding! Why it’s taken this long I’ll never know but this is definitely a favorite of mine. Their outfits were AMAZING!! The Whitegate Inn was a fitting setting with its vintage style and antique pieces throughout. Some scattered rain clouds brought the wedding indoors, but the fireplace set a magical ambiance, and the couple’s 6 foot distance measurement bar kept everyone safe. It was a comical nod to the ever uninvited guest…COVID.
I loved the special touches Kelly and Ryan had in their ceremony. A beautiful letter box which held a sealed love letter to each other to be read on their one year anniversary. They will continue the ritual replacing and reading the new letters every year there after. And the combining of spirits in a monogrammed decanter, symbolizing the joining of their lives, and the sharing of each other in their union. And always a great way to drink some whiskey during the ceremony! (Tipping my hat to your genius) All sealed with a kiss while family cheered on in the room and from iPhones.
The weather outside was perfect for photos, with just an occasional sprinkle coming down. Kelly and Ryan were a vision in Steampunk as they walked around the gorgeous gardens loving each other in their post nuptial bliss. We got some sweet couple portraits, and of course, details of their bride and groom fashions. Kelly, I am going to search for those boots online! OMG they were fabulous.
Another beautiful wedding for 2020 despite the craziness of the world. And what a joy to see them so happy together. Many joyful wishes to you both for a lifetime of love, happiness, and dressing up together. I was honored to be there to witness your special day as your photographer.
VENDORS
Venue - 1889 WhiteGate Inn & Cottage
Photography - Studio Misha Photography
Flower- Merrimon Florist
Mackenzie + David - A Beautiful Mini-Wedding in the Gardens at Whitegate Inn & Cottage
It all started with a picturesque and gorgeous day in Asheville, NC, perfect for a wedding outdoors. Luckily it wasn’t scheduled for the day before when it was snowing and there were huge gusts of wind making it feel in the negatives! So on this beautiful day, Mackenzie and David joined their lives forever among the company of their closest friends and family. And joy was everywhere!
David showed how much he knew his beautiful wife to be with sparkly glitter paper wrapping his special gift; inside was a blue “I Do” handkerchief which was greatly needed later in the day when the tears were flowing, and a blue hydrangea which was her favorite. And this handkerchief was tucked smartly away in her pockets! Yes, wedding dress trends are bringing pockets into the mix, which can be so versatile and helpful on the big day.
Mackenzie was the epitome of a gorgeous bride. The wedding dress was chic and elegant, with a white and green bouquet with of course, hydrangeas! It was so sweet to see the love and deep connection that she had with her friends and family there while getting ready in the suite.
Her Father First Look was so sweet. This started the never-ending flow of tears between father and daughter. Almost choked me up a few times. He whispered some words of wisdom in her ear and then they were off for their big walk down the aisle (well, the garden path). The small gathering of family and friends were waiting by an eager and emotional David as she approached the ceremony site. Despite the fact that we’re still in winter, this garden was still colorful and lively with greenery and a few budding trees. Mackenzie and David said I Do, exchanged rings, and then we were off to family photos. Thank goodness The Whitegate Inn has such extensive grounds, because were all able to group together on a perfect little patch of green with the sun shining in the background. It lit up her veil like a halo and put the beautiful Inn as the backdrop to all the family photos.
Finally, first dances, a special song from one of her close friends, and cake and champagne to finish off the day. Grandma provided the toasting glasses which she told me were almost 50 years old! If I remember correctly, it was from her own wedding day, so special! AND I got my first piece of wedding cake in over 15 weddings LOL. It was so scrumptious! Almond and vanilla with buttercream icing.
My heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to this amazing couple as they start their first year of married life together. May the joy you felt on this glorious day shine through your countless year together.
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VENDORS WHO ROCK!
Venue- Whitegate Inn and Cottage
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