I’ve been wanting to create this blog post for a long time, so I’m thrilled to be finally sharing it with you all! As you may or may not know – Charleston, South Carolina is #2 wedding destination in the United States! (or so I’ve been told). So with all the popularity Charleston has, it’s not unlikely that you’ll run into two or three weddings on your weekend walk downtown. With Charleston being one of the top wedding destinations, it’s no wonder there is a plethora of wedding vendors to choose from (which, quite frankly, can become very overwhelming). Don’t worry! I’m here to help.
As a wedding photographer in Charleston for the past six years, I’ve met a ton of incredible wedding vendors that I would love to work with any day. So here is my top wedding vendor picks for who I think you should hire while planning your wedding.
Venues
The first thing you need to pick is your venue! There are so many stunning places to get married in Charleston, but here are my top five favorite wedding venues.
1. Lowndes Grove
2. Pavilion at Pepper Plantation
3. Club Creek at I’on
4. Historic Rice Mill
5. Old Wide Awake Plantation
6. Sonshine Oaks Retreat
7. Wingate Plantation
8. The Island House
Planners
I know it can be tough planning a wedding on your own, so what better way to ease your stress than to hire a planner? I highly recommend this step while planning your wedding. It will make the process smoother, easier, and more enjoyable for you. 🙂 If you can’t afford a full package from a wedding planner than ask to see if they have a day of planning package!
1. Sage Innovations
3. Mingle
4. Sweetgrass Social
5. NoLo Weddings & Events
(This company is not local, but they LOVE to travel and I highly recommend this terrific duo!)
Videographers
This is something that I consider just as important as photography (and that’s saying a lot!). There is no better way to capture those toasts from your best friends, your first dance together as Mr & Mrs, and the fun your guests are having tearing it up on the dance floor. HannahLane Photography also offers a photo and video package with Bosha Videography! Inquire for more information.
1. Bosha Videography
(They are a husband and wife team and aren’t local but also love to travel and are my number one pick!)
2. Dream Pop Media
3. Ivory and Iron
Florists
We have so many incredible florists in Charleston and they will be sure to deliver an incredible array of gorgeous flower creations.
1. Wildflowers Inc.
2. Branch Design Studio
3. Tiger Lily Weddings
4. Stems
Makeup & Hair Stylists
I’ve worked with several of these incredible ladies and love their work! As always my wedding vendors come highly recommended because I know you won’t be disappointed.
1. Ash & Co.
2. Belleza Salon
3. Charleston Events Hair & Makeup
4. Rachael Phillips Makeup
Rentals
While you’re planning a wedding, there are so many things you realize you need but don’t want to buy! Well, don’t worry! These companies have you covered. From basic chairs, tables, and linens to the beautiful antique china, a hanging bed, and marquee lights you’ll find everything you need to make your wedding fabulous!
1. Ooh! Events
2. Snyder Rentals
3. 428 Main Vintage Rentals
4. Something Vintage Rentals
5. Event Works Rentals
Catering
You can’t have a wedding without food right? Well lucky for you Charleston has some of the best catering companies around. You definitely can’t go wrong with a little shrimp and grits or ice cold lemonade to serve to your guests!
1. Squeeze On Site
2. Hamby Catering & Events
3. Cru Catering
4. Crazy Dutchman Catering
Bakeries
Don’t forget that cake, cupcakes or candy either! With so many different options to choose from you’ll be sure to have some delicious sweets to fulfill your sweet tooth.
1. Sugar Bakeshop
2. Butter Blossoms Bakery
DJ’s
Can’t have a party without the party music am-I-right??
1. Hey DJ Hey – kylewhitcroft@gmail.com
2. Epic Charleston
3. Other Brother Entertainment
4. FingerSnappin’ Entertainment
Hope this is able to help you in your journey of hiring your wedding vendors!
Also here is a great article on how to tip your wedding vendors at the end of the night!
Happy planning!
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