Words are hard to describe this wedding day as I look back at some of my favorite images from the day. Nia and Chris selected the epic Wrightsville Manor as their wedding venue – and they decorated it in one of my FAVORITE ways I’ve ever seen. Wrightsville Manor is one of our most popular wedding venues in Wilmington, North Carolina, so when someone shocks you with their decor there – you know it’s gonna be good. This place is so great because it comes with a bridal suite on the property, as well as unlimited beautiful backdrops for portraits on every side of this building. They went with a dark and moody vibe for their wedding day – tons of candlelight, black tablescapes, they had magnolia leaves everywhere, and I can’t write this blog post without at least mentioning Nia’s dress. It was one of my favorite and most unique dresses I’ve ever had the pleasure of photographing. Not only was it stunning on its own, but it was like it was meant for Nia. The detachable “cape” as we jokingly called it (basically an alternative to a veil) – was one of my favorite parts, along with the beading on the entire dress. Wow wow wow. Anyway, these two threw such an amazing day, but that wasn’t even the best part. The best part was working with Nia and Chris all day. Their love was so genuine, and their vows really showed that off, and I can’t stop thinking about the way that they treated each other. They are GOALS. I’m very grateful to have had the chance to document their big day. I literally miss it already!

Photographer: Allison Eding, Lightbloom Photography

Venue: Wrightsville Manor

Planner: Knot Too Shabby

Florist: Family Friend Chari

Cake: Imaginary Cakes

Rentals: Party Suppliers & Rentals

Specialty Rentals: Martha My Dear Rentals

Lighting: High Performance Lighting

Dress: Wona NYC

HMUA: Beauty Crew Mobile

DJ: Active DJ (Shawn)

Catering: Salt and Charm

Officiant: Modern Ministries

Phone Booth: Designs by Dillon

Audio Guest Book: After the Tone

Transportation: Azalea Limo

Invitations: Jenna Eberhardt and Maddie Cichewicz

Ring: Wwake