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Bridal fashion, jewelry, makeup and beauty from Charleston Weddings.

Beauty + FashionWarm EmbraceWhen temperatures dip, bridal designers turn up the heat with sleeves, gloves, capes, and wraps—no cold feet (or arms) for these winter brides!

Beauty + FashionBudding Romance - Bridal gowns in bloomThis spring’s swoon-worthiest wedding gowns blossom with rosy hues, floral prints, and delicate embellishments

Beauty + FashionMarriage à la ModeFrom opulent new venues and swish reception options to romantic bridal fashions, these wedding headliners will have you saying “I do”

Fall 2024

Beauty + FashionBridal Squad BestHaute picks for bridesmaid dresses, mother of the bride gowns, and flower girl frocks

Beauty + FashionEasy BreezyFresh inspiration for summer vows

Beauty + FashionThe Perfect RingThree local jewelers share advice on finding a one-of-a-kind engagement ring

Fall/Winter 2022

Beauty + FashionDressing Your SquadYou’ve found your dream gown, now it’s time to choose a look for your bridesmaids

Beauty + FashionRunway RavesWe asked experts at the city’s top wedding boutiques to share their favorite fresh looks for brides planning that momentous walk down the aisle this s...Beauty + FashionGet Your Glow OnMakeup artist Blair Mathis shares tips for the latest look in big day beauty

Beauty + FashionSay Yes!Put a ring on it with one of these sparkling beauties sourced from local jewelers Beauty + FashionGet the Latest BuzzFrom shop openings to custom accessories, check out what’s happening in bridal beauty and fashion around town

Fall/Winter 2021

Beauty + FashionMarriage AdviceNew venues and the latest resources for Lowcountry brides Beauty + FashionOne & OnlyTijon fragrance lab invites brides and their besties to make it personal with a create-your-own custom perfume experience

Spring/Summer 2021

Beauty + FashionShop the Latest Looks in Bridal GownsCharleston bridal boutique experts present their favorite new wedding dresses

Beauty + FashionMarry MeMake your dream bling a reality with these sparkling beauties sourced from local jewelers Beauty + FashionSomething BlueA team of style experts create an inspired bridal boudoir photo shoot

Beauty + FashionThe Best Blooming Hair Accessories for BridesEmma Katzka pivots from her signature crystals and gems to create a line of exquisitely hand-painted wedding accessories Beauty + FashionThe Best Wedding Gowns, Getups, and Going Away Looks for BridesDowntown’s luxurious Hotel Bennett shows off its colorful side to welcome this fresh crop of bridal looks

Fall/Winter 2019

Beauty + FashionIt’s a Guy Thing8 best-bet barbers for Charleston grooms Beauty + FashionFive Tips for a Smokin’ Lingerie ShootBook a boudoir session into your wedding weekend photography package and define sexy for yourself Beauty + FashionBest Big Day Makeup Tricks6 top tints, highlighters, and sticks for an easy, gorgeous glow Beauty + FashionLady of the HouseCharleston’s storied Drayton Hall stars alongside the latest bridal gowns and wedding looks

Beauty + FashionBest Bets for Charleston BridesThe city's style pros share what wedding gowns suit every Holy City celebration Beauty + FashionCommission CoutureHire a Charleston jewelry designer to make necklaces, earrings, and more for your bridesmaids Beauty + FashionPerfect PicksGo bold when you pick mix-and-match cocktail dresses for your bridesmaids, like this Charleston bride Beauty + FashionTrue Blue in CharlestonWelcome to the new bridal portrait: fierce, femme, & fabulous Beauty + FashionCoral WeddingsLet the Pantone color of the year dress your wedding

Beauty + FashionDress RehearsalStyle blogger Hilary Rose Elrod (she’s engaged!) test drives the most stunning bridal jewels in town Beauty + FashionDestination RomanceJoin us at Montage Palmetto Bluff for the sweetest and sexiest of spring gowns Beauty + FashionLove It!Pretty little things you never knew you needed

Fall/Winter 2018

Beauty + FashionReal BeautyA group of powerful women—some influencers, some Charleston Wedding Week™ models—introduce you to the best wedding looks for every body this season Beauty + FashionClean Up Your ActHead into the New Year with a beauty regimen that’s actually good for you Beauty + FashionA-List AccessoriesLook no further for the wow! factor—these bags, jewelry, and more make any look next-level Beauty + FashionShoe La La!Spikes, kitten heels, wraparound ankle straps ... what’s your fabulous foot fetish?

Beauty + FashionBeach BrideLooking for the perfect gown? Find it here as you explore the world of portrait-perfect locations amid the beaches, marshes, and wild pastures of Seab...Beauty + FashionGotta Love ItHunting for a gown? How about a going-away ensemble or chic shortie? We've got your covered. Here are the top 10 best looks embodying today’s trends.Beauty + FashionRing LeadersWe asked Charleston’s finest jewelers to name their favorite engagement rings in their cases right now. Feast your eyes on these beauties that those-i...

Beauty + FashionPetal PowerFrom bridal gowns to exit frocks, after-party dresses, and more, here’s what you’ll want this spring Beauty + FashionLegacy LaceCharleston lays claim to the country’s sole importer of a rare Belgian lace that turns veils and handkerchiefs into heirlooms Beauty + FashionRight-Hand RocksNothing balances out a gorgeous engagement sparkler like a stunning right-hand ring. And here’s a tip: Sometimes you’ll want to change out your lefty ...Beauty + FashionLove It! Spring 2018Pretty things for brides and the wedding party, too.

Fall/Winter 2017

Beauty + FashionClassic BeautyThe look du jour? A timeless one. Pair a fresh face with wind-swept hair and a romantic gown for a swoon-worthy statement for the ages Beauty + FashionWhat a Pearl!Believed by the ancient Greeks to promote marital harmony, pearls and weddings make a great coupling. Find your best match here Beauty + FashionSweet Swag!Whether it’s a surcey for your sweetheart or a gift for his best men, here what’s dope for dudes in the Holy City Beauty + FashionLove It! - Fall/Winter 2017We shopped the city for must-haves that would make your Big Day all the more marvelous. For you, for him, for your maids—there’s something here for ev...

Beauty + FashionFrom Trendy to TimelessWhat was once a trend is now a classic-in-the-making. Check out these favorites debuting in 2017 Beauty + FashionTo Have & To HoldCheck out Charleston’s latest finds: gorgeous engagement rings and wedding bands plus a handful of inexpensive surcies for you or your maids Beauty + FashionGoing to the ChapelTexture rules as summer’s freshest frocks fill Mount Pleasant’s charming Coleman Hall and Chapel

Beauty + FashionBlushing BeautySoft layers, delicate details, and a parade of pastels fit right into springtime in the Holy City Beauty + FashionBold & BeautifulMake your dream bling a reality with these sparkling stunners sourced from local jewelers Beauty + FashionLove It! - Spring 2017From regal gowns and jewels to pretty papers, here are the latest wedding "musts" you never knew you needed.

Fall/Winter 2016

Beauty + FashionBest DressedThe season’s richest bridal looks showcase all the color, opulence, and silhouettes of early 20th-century glamour. Here, these toniest of gowns are ri...Beauty + FashionTop It OffFeast your eyes on this treasure chest of jewels ranging from ultra-fine to utterly fashionable. Whether you’re dressing for your wedding or any of th...Beauty + FashionLove It! Fall-Winter 2016 ShoppingStar in your own luxe love story with these truly stylish treasures scouted right here in the Holy City

Summer 2016

Beauty + FashionSweet SummerGowns rich with hand-detailed lace, bohemian beadwork, and woven elements fit right into the Lowcountry’s most laid-back season Beauty + FashionColor Me BeautifulThe city’s best rings brim with colorful stones, surprise gems, warm golds, and artisanal touches

Spring 2016

Beauty + FashionSparkle & ShineOn the hunt for an extra special ring or band? Look no further than these stunners Beauty + FashionBlooming BeautyWarm breezes and fit-to-bursting flowers beckon you to revel in the abundance that is spring in Charleston Beauty + FashionPresto Change-o!Tara Guérard Soirée and LulaKate teamed up to create a custom bridesmaid ensemble that went from formal ceremony to garden party reception. Here’s wha...Beauty + FashionBorn YesterdayThe Charleston Museum’s new bridal gown exhibit shows how haute history can be. Check out these favorite oldies ... and their mod descendants Beauty + FashionFine FellasShow your man the way to sweet style with these singular finds (and some great shopping news)

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