Written by the editors of Garden & Gun magazine and guided by world-renowned experts in event planning, fashion, and design, this special issue is packed with dreamy venues and honeymoon destinations, sparkly rings and timeless gifts, and wisdom from planners, florists, cake makers, and more! G&G Weddings will help infuse Southern soul into every aspect of the big day.
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Love and Happiness G&G’s celebration of weddings to remember
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“I Do” with a View • Timeless Southern wedding locations as special as the day
The Art of the Invite • Artists infuse joy and personality into custom, heirloom-worthy wedding paper suites
Abiding in Wonderland • How a plant-loving family and an inventive floral team transformed a historic Charleston hall into an otherworldly oasis
Renewable Vows • Soulful tips for going a little easier on the earth for the big day
Jewels of Engagement • Vintage, custom, and ready-made rings from Southern makers and more
Rosy Futures • Blush and gold signature timepieces help grooms get to the church on time
Register Happiness • Twenty-five classic present ideas that stand the test of time
Batch Made in Heaven • Signature drinks that don’t come with a chaser of chaos
Love at First Bite • An in-demand Virginia baker on what makes the perfect wedding cake
The Dos and Don’ts of Wedding Food • Cookbook authors and catering insiders the Lee brothers dish on what makes a successful reception feast—and what doesn’t
Cask-Strength Reception • Looking to add a spirited Southern touch to your wedding? Consider a group barrel pick
South MEETS South Asia • SHOWSTOPPING Atlanta nuptials REFLECTED A BRIDE’S Indian roots
Round HILL REVERIE • A storybook WEDDING IN Montego Bay, Jamaica, BALANCED an EPIC celebration WITH PURE relaxation
A Kentucky CLASSIC • BESPOKE LINENS, gorgeous gardens, AND HEARTFELT HEIRLOOM DETAILS MADE FOR a fairy-tale FARMHOUSE WEDDING
Room for Two • Whether your dream honeymoon entails a cozy private retreat or a glamorous getaway, these romantic escapes let couples unwind in luxury
In Defense of Bachelorette Parties • Carousing with friends in Nashville, Charleston, or Las Vegas is really a lot of fun if you let it be
THE SOUTHERN AGENDA BACHELOR & BACHELORETTE Edition • Whether you’re looking to hit the town, get outdoors, or rest up before the big day, check out our state-by-state guide to the best bachelor and bachelorette destinations in the South
DIRECTORY • Find even more wedding content online at gardenandgun.com/weddings
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