The Mills House Hotel (millshouse.com) in downtown historic Charleston will host the couple in the Presidential Suite for the night of the wedding. Originally opened in 1853, the Mills House Hotel combines the old-world charm and beauty of the 19th century with contemporary luxury to provide the quintessential Charleston experience.

The lucky couple will not have to lift a finger, only describe their dream event to the folks at Something to Celebrate (mysomethingtocelebrate.com), and the top rate event planners will make sure their day is unforgettable. And, the staff from Something to Celebrate will be on site the day of the event to make sure everything runs smoothly.

A rehearsal dinner will be held on the Ashley River at picturesque Middleton Place (middletonplace.org). Imagine an event surrounded by 65 acres of America’s oldest landscaped gardens. Magnificent Live oaks draped with Spanish moss, thousands of blooming azaleas, dogwoods, and delicate wisteria paint the garden with an array of colors. Middleton Place promises an unforgettable southern rehearsal dinner experience.

When guests work up an appetite, it will be satisfied by Duvall Catering & Event Design (eventsbyduvall.com). Local Charleston ingredients will be mixed into delicious seasonal hors d’ourves during cocktail hour, then a seated dinner with an impressive menu will follow. Duvall was named one of the top caterers in the Southeast 2007 by both Bride’s Book and The Knot.

The Bridesmaids’ Lunch will be held at High Cotton, where Bloody Marys and live jazz music flow in perfect harmony (mavericksouthernkitchens.com). High Cotton lives up to its name|–|it is truly first class, high spirited and livin’ large.

The bride will be offered a custom wedding dress designed by Ulla-Maija, a custom head piece and veil, consultation services, fittings and day of attendance from Maddison Row|–|Bridal Chic (maddisonrow.com). Maddison Row not only exemplifies everything that is charming about a wedding in Charleston, but also provides the best in service, knowledge and overall store experience.

Absolutely Charleston (absolutelycharleston.com), a staple in transportation for the Holy City, will provide lifts to and from planned events taking place at destinations located outside the Wild Dunes Resort. The trolley fleet charms guests by using vehicles reminiscent of a bygone era.

One focal point of the reception not to be forgotten is the wedding cake, provided by Ashley Bakery (ashleybakery.com). For inspiration, Ashley Bakery can turn to reception decorations, the attendants’ attire, your invitations, or even trips you have taken as a couple, a favorite food, or hobbies you both enjoy. This bakery can take your ideas and turn them into a customized design just for you!

On hand to provide the bursts of color in each bouquet is a local favorite, Charleston Flower Market (charlestonflowermarket.com). The Charleston Flower Market business actually started as a local flower farm, and whenever possible we use products that are locally grown or made, from sweet grass baskets and palmetto roses to delphinium and sweet peas.

Guests will shake and shimmy and rock and roll while partying with the Joe Clark Big Band (joeclarkebigband.com). Their music is fun, romantic and has stood the test of time.

A morning-after brunch will be provided for all 50 guests aboard SpiritLine Cruises (spiritlinecruises.com) on the harbor near the waters lapping at Fort Sumter. Spiritline will provide a unique and unforgettable day filled with beautiful views, incredible food and impeccable service.

The entire event and the many beautiful details will be captured by Lea Dales Photography (leadales.com). The wedding album will become a piece of art that you and your family will want to look at for years to come as you relive your wedding day with all its joy, love and emotion as if it were yesterday.

Video coverage will be provided by the Chart Group (charlestonscvideo.com). The Chart Group is known for accurately capturing the emotion of the special day so that it can be shared with family and friends for years to come.

Total value for this weekend-long affair is over $80,000.
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