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Rachel & Ben’s Wedding Weekend | Upstate, South Carolina

Rachel & Ben were married on an incredible fall weekend in the upstate of South Carolina.  The weekend started out with family and friends celebrating these two at the Greenville Country Club for the rehearsal dinner.  The included hugs, the most beautiful toasts, and Ben grabbing his guitar and playing/singing for guests.  That evening set the tone for the next day!!

The entire wedding day took place at Ben’s grandparents property located outside of Greenville, South Carolina.  Both Rachel & Ben spent the morning on site with their wedding party getting ready.  The ceremony took place in Ben’s grandmothers garden and it was incredible.  Ben & Rachel said their vows in front of the most beautiful ceremony arch.  After getting married everyone made their way down to the tented cocktail hour and reception where they enjoyed a delicious dinner and spent the evening dancing as these two were celebrated so well. 

This October weekend was one that I will never forget.  From the beautiful design and florals to the love, laughter and joy that was woven throughout the entire wedding, it was an honor to capture Rachel & Ben’s wedding weekend.  

Rehearsal Dinner Venue | Greenville Country Club

Rehearsal Dinner Cake | Bonnie Brunt Cakes

Venue | Private Estate

Florist | Katelyn Pinner Studio

Wedding Planner | Farrah Redmon Events

Hair & Makeup | Cotton Rouge

Photographer | Kendra Martin Photography

Catering | Table 301

Ceremony Music | Wirewood Music + Audio Solutions

Reception Band | Sam Hill Band

Drapery | Gathered Draping 

Rentals | Professional Party Rentals

Invitations + Flat Lay | Red Bud Lane

Cake | Couture Cakes 

Transportation | Southern Valet

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