Ashley Hundt

1 week ago | southernbride.com | Ashley Hundt

From picking the ideal location to deciding on décor that provides a unique ambiance, wedding planning calls for many choices. Although fads in weddings come and go, some decorative accents are always quite beautiful. These classic choices not only look great but also offer your special day long-lasting value. 1. Classic Candle ArrangementsFrom tapered candles in elegant holders to floating candles that give water features a magical sense, candles provide an atmosphere impossible to replicate.

2 weeks ago | southernbride.com | Ashley Hundt

Weddings are undergoing a beautiful transformation. While style, luxury, and celebration remain at the heart of every big day, couples are reimagining what a wedding truly looks and feels like—focusing less on perfection and more on personal meaning, authentic connection, and time well spent with loved ones. This year’s top trends reflect a shift toward storytelling, nostalgia, intimacy, and experience. Here’s a look at what’s defining weddings this year:1.

Aug 21, 2024 | southernbride.com | Ashley Hundt

Finding your perfect wedding day fragrance is about selecting a scent that reflects your personality and complements the ambiance of your special day. Consider the season, venue, and the overall vibe you want to create—whether it’s romantic, fresh, or bold. It is also helpful to consider choosing a fragrance that is light, warm, and neutral to allow for the fragrance to bring out your natural scent and not be too overtaking, while having that personal flare.

Aug 5, 2024 | southernbride.com | Ashley Hundt

photo credit: Lizzy HoneyChoosing the perfect fragrance for your wedding day is a personal decision that adds an invisible, yet powerful, layer to the celebration. The scent chosen can evoke emotions and create lasting memories, complementing the overall ambiance of the summer event. Studies have shown that one of the strongest associations with memory is scent, which is a great way to better encapsulate your special day.

Jul 31, 2024 | southernbride.com | Ashley Hundt

Incorporating non-traditional bridesmaid dresses has been an emerging trend for today’s modern weddings. Whether it’s mix-matching styles, patterns, colors, or hues, it is a great way for brides to enhance their wedding for a more unique look. Bridesmaid dresses should not only match the color palette and overall theme of the wedding, but they should also reflect the bride’s style.