Classic black tie wedding at Gov. Thomas Bennett House in Charleston
Tucked away in the Historic District of the Charleston peninsula, overlooked by ancient oak trees and regal crepe myrtles, lies the Governor Thomas Bennett House. With a background of lush gardens and the sound of trickling fountains, Hannah and Nick hosted a classic black tie wedding here on a golden October day to laugh, dance, cry and celebrate a lifetime of love together.
The couple met for their first look outside the white gates of the Thomas Bennett House, with the branches of a 200-year-old oak tree shading them from above. Nick froze in his tracks when he caught his first glimpse of his gorgeous bride in her Suzanne Neville gown. The wedding party enjoyed their view from the second floor piazza as they watched the humbled groom gape at his bride. After Hannah wiped his tears and embraced him, the couple shared a quiet moment reading their letters and exchanging their thoughtful wedding gifts.
Over to Charleston wedding photographer, Kailee DiMeglio, to tell us more: "Before the ceremony, we joined the couple to take a sneak peek of the reception area. Pure Luxe Bride and Petaloso transformed the sailcloth tent into an open-air ballroom, with crystal chandeliers suspended from the ceiling alongside a brilliant floral cloud bursting with orchids, roses and whimsical baby’s breath.
"Grande pink velvet couches and velvet tufted ottomans were placed on the perimeter of the dancefloor, giving the luxurious space an inviting touch. The Art Deco inspired bar was embellished with blush pink and gold hues, and a mouth-watering cocktail menu.
"For the ceremony out on the sunlit lawn, Petaloso had turned the rustic pineapple fountain into a blossoming arbor with winding ribbons of orchids and delicate delphiniums. Through tears and laughter, Nick and Hannah said their vows and kissed for the first time as Mrs. and Mr. Law.
"After enjoying Salthouse Catering delicious cuisine, the wedding party was ready to dance and explore little luxuries, including fresh rolled smokes in the garden cigar lounge and espresso martinis mixed by Squeeze cocktail bar. Hannah changed into her sparkling, high slit party dress and flip flops for dancing with their loved ones late into the night. Outside the gates of the estate, guests made a glow stick runway for the couple’s exit before they drove off in their vintage Chevy."
Photography: Kailee DiMeglio Photography | Venue: Governor Thomas Bennett House | Wedding planner: Pure Luxe Bride | Hair: Patrick Navarro | Make-up: Cheryl Quinn Makeup | Flowers: Petaloso | Ceremony music: Classical Charleston Trio | Music: Darby Events | Officiant: Lou Holtz | Caterer: Salthouse Catering | Dress: Suzanne Neville | Cake: Flowerchild | Transportation: Lowcountry Valet | Videographer: Dock House Digital | Invitation suite / paper goods: Studio R | Bar: Squeeze | Coffee cart: Estuary | Lighting: Loluma | Rentals: Event Works
