Myrtle Beach, SC–Under a canopy of live oaks and amid family and friends, Emily Berger and Jeremy Caldwell exchanged vows on October 1, 2017 in what has been described as one of the South’s most beautiful weddings.
While all weddings have the makings of a fairy tale, that of Emily and Jeremy was magical from the start. From dozens of couples that dreamed of a destination wedding in South Carolina’s lowcountry, Emily and Jeremy were selected for a rare opportunity to be married at a Southern Living Custom Builder Program Showcase Home.
Nestled among the oaks of Litchfield Plantation, and situated on a nature preserve, the River Run, the beautiful home built by Classic Homes of Myrtle Beach, was the perfect locale. “There’s no better way to christen a home than with love,” said Susan White, of Classic, “and there’s no stronger love than that between a bride and her groom. We’re so proud to be part of such a special occasion,” she continued.
Making the wedding even more special were the wedding professionals who gave of their time and talent to make the dream a reality. “Everyone worked together to honor Emily and Jeremy,” said wedding consultant, Cheryl Cox who has more than 38 years’ experience and has planned hundreds of weddings. “I can only describe these vendors as the dream team,” she said. “From lighting consultants and make-up artists to the area’s most respected bakeries and caterers, everyone wanted to be part of this special day. The fact that this was a Southern Living Showcase Home was simply the icing on the cake,” said Sara McCall, wedding planner.
While Emily had selected her exquisite dress and the dresses for the bridal party months prior to this opportunity, the team below handled all other facets of her fairy-tale wedding:
It’s All in the Details
Classic Homes
Myrtle Beach, SC
Susan White and Berkley White
Builders of the Southern Living Custom Builder Program Showcase Home
Marketing Strategies, Inc.
Myrtle Beach, SC
Denise Blackburn-Gay, APR and Samantha Bower
Marketing & Public Relations – Event Coordinators
The Wedding Showcase
Myrtle Beach, SC
Cheryl Cox, Consultant
Stunning and Brilliant Events
Myrtle Beach, SC
Sara McCall, Wedding Planner
EventWorks
Myrtle Beach, SC
Rentals–Bar, tables/chairs, linens
Capturing the Moment
Gillian Claire Photography
Myrtle Beach, SC
Gillian Claire, Photographer
StanWeddings Videography
Myrtle Beach, SC
ShutterBooth, Photo Booth
Myrtle Beach, SC
Impeccable Invitations
Charlotte + Lily
Myrtle Beach, SC
Laura Friedman, Principal Designer
The one-of-a kind, custom-designed letterpress invitations, signage and wedding programs were designed by Laura Friedman of Charlotte + Lily. The custom ink colors were hand mixed and the invitations were pressed on Charlotte + Lily’s antique Heidelberg.
In Her Shoes
Amanda’s Collection
Conway, SC
Bride’s Shoes
Romantic Florals
Greenskeeper Florist
Pawleys Island, SC
Bridal Floral & Decor
Bridal bouquet:
David Austin Juliette garden roses, white ohara garden roses, peach stock, peach tiffany roses, peachy watermelon ranunculus, light pink Italian ranunculus, and Italian ruscus collar. Wrapped in ivory double face satin ribbon with pearl pins
Bridesmaids’ bouquets:
Combination of David Austin Juliette garden roses, white ohara garden roses, white astilbe, peach stock, white star of Bethlehem, collar of silver dollar eucalyptus wrapped with navy blue double satin ribbon
Pretty as a Picture
Beautiful Salon & Spa
Pawleys Island, SC
Hair
Sandy Lawrence, Master Stylist
You. Only Better Make up- Artistry
Myrtle Beach, SC
Makeup
Peggy Boodro, Makeup Artist
Eat, Drink and Be Married
ART Catering & Events, Inc.
Shallotte, NC
Terry Bland, Owner & Chef
Wedding guests enjoyed cocktail hors d’ Oeuvres and a southern buffet of:
Top Round of beef- Carved
Pulled Pork BBQ
BBQ Chicken
Collard Greens
Roasted Vegetables
Macaroni & Cheese
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Cornbread & an Assortment of Fresh Baked Rolls
Couture Confection
Pawleys Island Bakery
Pawleys Island, SC
Max Goree, Founder & Baker
The four-tiered, traditional wedding cake consisted of layers of:
Red Velvet with Cream Cheese
Yellow Butter Cake with Strawberry Mousse and
Yellow Butter Cake with Cannoli Cream and Butter Cream Icing
Pawleys Island Bakery also provided a bridesmaids’ brunch of raspberry danish, pumpkin muffins, turkey/ham and chicken salad sliders and assorted cookies
Delectable Favors
Pink Pineapple Cakes
Surfside Beach, SC
Table Favors
The bride chose delectable table favors that consisted of miniature vanilla cakes filled with ganache and a signature raspberry jam buttercream
Light Up the Night
MC Sound & Light
Myrtle Beach, SC
Sound & Lighting
Sweet Refrains
Carolina Midnight Band
Myrtle Beach, SC
Reception Entertainment, Live Band
Global Truth Entertainment
Surfside Beach, SC
Reception Entertainment, DJ
Grand Getaway
Carolina Limousine
Myrtle Beach, SC
Joseph Reinhardt, Owner/Chauffer
Emily & Jeremy made their getaway in a 1948 Super 8 Packard