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Real Wedding · 2013

Royal Treatment

Greek traditions and violet hues set the tone for a regal affair kicked off with a pair of crowns

Royal Treatment, a real Charleston wedding of Christine Riyad & Boris Michev

Vendor List

Baker: Wedding Cakes by Jim Smeal, www.weddingcakesbyjimsmeal.com

Bridal Attire: Lazaro, www.jlmcouture.com

Bridesmaids’ Attire: Amsale, available in Charleston through Bella Bridesmaid, www.bellabridesmaid.com

Caterer: Fish Restaurant, www.fishrestaurantcharleston.com

Groom’s Attire: J. Hilburn, www.jhilburn.com

Groomsmen’s Attire: Jos A. Bank, www.josabank.com

Invitations: Mac & Murphy, www.macandmurphy.com

Linens: BBJ Linens, www.bbjlinen.com

Lighting: TEC, www.technicaleventcompany.com

Musicians: Brendan James (www.brendanjames.com); Atlanta Pleasure Band (www.eastcoastentertainment.com/artist/atlanta-pleasure-band‎)

Photographer: Gayle Brooker Photography, www.gaylebrooker.com

Planner & Florist: A Charleston Bride, www.acharlestonbride.com

Rentals: Event DRS (www.eventdrscharleston.com); Snyder (www.snyderevents.com)

Save-the-Dates: Studio R, www.studio-r-design.com

Venue: The William Aiken House, www.pphgcharleston.com

Photos

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