Tag: Outer Banks Wedding Planner

As far as Outer Banks weddings go, there is no single vision across the celebrations. With the various venue sizes, couple's budgets, and the help of endless internet wedding inspiration, brides are always bringing incredible ideas to their wedding design. From unique to traditional, intimate affair to epic beach-side bash, An Outer Banks Affair helps bring them to life without missing a beat and with clear, open communication between your vendors. Sondra believes no detail is too large or small when it comes to coordinating your big day. 

An Outer Banks Affair offers complete wedding planning, but specializes in day-of coordination and expanded day-of-coordination services. An Outer Banks Affair's great attention to detail ensures your wedding day will run smoothly.

Hiring a day-of coordinator is essential for everyone to enjoy the day without worrying about logistics. We are so thrilled to have An Outer Banks Affair as a vendor to help you execute your destination wedding day while you and your loved ones enjoy every moment of it! Visit their vendor page for more information.

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Videographer: Reel Love Weddings

Photos: Cover, 1 + 2: Genevieve Stewart Photography | 3: Courtney Hathaway Photography

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The Outer Banks is one of the most popular destination wedding locations in the country. The Outer Banks Wedding Association (OBWA) provides informative resources and access to nearly 300 local, passionate, and reliable wedding professionals on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. For 25 years, OBWA has proudly represented a carefully curated group of vendors whose businesses are driven by their love for our coast, the wedding industry, and relationships with their fellow professionals located in Dare, Currituck and Hyde counties.

Exclusively serving some of the most remote beaches along our coast, Hatteras Island Weddings & Events has a keen eye for detail and organization, ensuring your wedding planning and events flow seamlessly! Whether you're the DIY type and simply need a day of coordinator, or you're looking for help with timelines, reminders and vendor communication, Hatteras Island Weddings & Events has the service for you. 

To learn more about Hatteras Island Weddings & Events, contact Wendi at 252-305-0090 or by email to hatterasislandweddings@gmail.com.

Photos 1-3: ALC Photography

The Outer Banks is one of the most popular coastal wedding destinations in the country, and the Outer Banks Wedding Association is the premiere service organization for wedding professionals located in Currituck, Dare, and Hyde counties. With approximately 300 members strong, our organization offers the best resources to brides and those planning events in the Outer Banks. Known for it's popular Outer Banks Bride Magazine and destination wedding inspiration, the Outer Banks Wedding Association boasts local and national recognition.

This styled shoot, captured by our very own Sarah D'Ambra Photography, could be taken straight from a scene of Great Gatsby! With opulent style and a coastal nod, Honeysuckle Events beautifully blended antiques, vintage pearls and daring floral creations. Showcasing the natural beauty of the Outer Banks sound-front, this Outer Banks Bride Magazine feature is the perfect inspiration for a luxury, bohemian bridal session. 

View more from the Sound of an Era styled shoot, receive Outer Banks wedding inspiration and receive our in-demand vendor directory by reserving your complimentary copy of the 2016 Outer Banks Bride Magazine.

The Details

Photography: Sarah D'Ambra Photography | Floral & Decor: Honeysuckle Events

The Outer Banks is one of the most popular coastal wedding destinations in the country, and the Outer Banks Wedding Association is the premiere service organization for wedding professionals located in Currituck, Dare, and Hyde counties. With approximately 300 members strong, our organization offers the best resources to brides and those planning events in the Outer Banks. Known for it's popular Outer Banks Bride Magazine and destination wedding inspiration, the Outer Banks Wedding Association boasts local and national recognition.

For the spontaneous, wild and free-spirited souls: this Outer Banks Bride Magazine styled shoot was made for you! Centered around Camp Cocktail's creative spirits, gem stones, bohemian blooms by Honeysuckle Events and eclectic style, Glam & Lace Weddings coordinated this unconventional shoot atop the dunes of Jockey's Ridge State Park. Bouncing between earthy tones and warm summer hues, we're lost in this gallery snapped by Kristi Midgette Photography!

View more from the Love Aloft styled shoot, receive Outer Banks wedding inspiration and receive our in-demand vendor directory by reserving your complimentary copy of the 2016 Outer Banks Bride Magazine.

The Details

Photographer: Kristi Midgette Photography | Coordination: Glam & Lace Weddings | Floral & Decor: Honeysuckle Events | Bar & Spirits: Camp Cocktail

The Outer Banks is one of the most popular coastal wedding destinations in the country, and the Outer Banks Wedding Association is the premiere service organization for wedding professionals located in Currituck, Dare, and Hyde counties. With approximately 300 members strong, our organization offers the best resources to brides and those planning events in the Outer Banks. Known for it's popular Outer Banks Bride Magazine and destination wedding inspiration, the Outer Banks Wedding Association boasts local and national recognition.

Uniting the earthy, relaxed setting of sand dune with quintessential beach elements, the muse of this shoot encompasses authentic Outer Banks with Anthropology-style flair. Southern Hospitality Weddings & Events created this vision with oyster shell garland, daring beauty by Glimmer Hair & Makeup, muted silver geodes and whimsical bouquets Flower Girls OBX. Ryan & Rach Photography brought this modern, beach wedding inspiration to life and we are smitten over the entire gallery! 

View more from this Windswept Dues styled shoot, receive Outer Banks wedding inspiration and receive our in-demand vendor directory by reserving your complimentary copy of the 2016 Outer Banks Bride Magazine.

The Details

Photographer: Ryan & Rach Photography | Coordination: Southern Hospitality Weddings & Events | Floral & Decor: Flower Girls OBX | Beauty & Spa: Glimmer Hair & Makeup | Specialty Services - Invitations: HLR Designs | Equipment Rentals: Ocean Atlantic Event Rentals

The Outer Banks is one of the most popular coastal wedding destinations in the country, and the Outer Banks Wedding Association is the premiere service organization for wedding professionals located in Currituck, Dare, and Hyde counties. With approximately 300 members strong, our organization offers the best resources to brides and those planning events in the Outer Banks. Known for it's popular Outer Banks Bride Magazine and destination wedding inspiration, the Outer Banks Wedding Association boasts local and national recognition.

After winning our all-inclusive Dream Wedding, which we grant one lucky couple each year at our annual Wedding Weekend & Expo, Stephanie and Keith began planning their big day with Glam & Lace Weddings, featuring over 20 Outer Banks Wedding Association vendors! This one-of-a-kind affair features some of our favorite timeless details, southern style cuisine by Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe, customized cocktail hour music by SOULone and a sweet-filled snowball bar by Island Snowball Company - just to name a few! We have been bursting at the seams to share their sweet vows at The Elizabethan Gardens and celebration at Nags Head Golf Links, captured by Sarah D'Ambra Photography from the Outer Banks Bride Magazine! 

Congratulations to Stephanie and Keith on winning this wedding of a lifetime, and a big thank you to all of the local vendors who made this Dream Wedding giveaway possible!

View more from Stephanie and Keith's Dream Wedding, receive Outer Banks wedding inspiration and receive our in-demand vendor directory by reserving your complimentary copy of the 2016 Outer Banks Bride Magazine.

The Details:

Photographer: Sarah D'Ambra Photography | Ceremony Site: The Elizabethan Gardens | Reception Site: Nags Head Golf Links | Coordinator: Glam & Lace Weddings | Officiant: Reverend Tanya Young | Bridal Party Floral & Ceremony Design: Flower Girls OBX | Reception Flowers: The Embellishers | Deck Lounge Design: Holiday House Weddings & Events | Caterer: Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe | Cakes & Confections: Cotton Candy Baking Company | Ceremony Musicians: Kim Kalman Music, Club Violin | Cocktail Hour Musicians: SOULone | DJ: Coastal DJ & Video | Beauty & Spa: It's Royalty Salon Spa & Nails | Photo Booth: OBX Photo Booths | Videographer: Reel Love Weddings by Baldwin Video | Equipment Rentals - Dance Floor, Linens, China, & Tables: Metro Rental | Equipment Rentals - Reception Chairs: I Do OBX Chairs | Equipment Rentals - Tent: Ocean Atlantic Event Rentals | Specialty Services - Dove Release: When Doves Fly | Specialty Services - Lighting: Blue Steel Lighting Design | Specialty Services - Print Details: HLR Designs | Speciality Services - Snowball Bar: Island Snowball Company | Accommodations: The Tranquil House Inn | Bridal Party Luncheon: Ortega'z Grill

The Outer Banks is one of the most popular coastal wedding destinations in the country, and the Outer Banks Wedding Association is the premiere service organization for wedding professionals located in Currituck, Dare, and Hyde counties. With approximately 300 members strong, our organization offers the best resources to brides and those planning events in the Outer Banks. Known for it's popular Outer Banks Bride Magazine and destination wedding inspiration, the Outer Banks Wedding Association boasts local and national recognition.

When your love story begins with a first date at the Inn on Pamlico Sound, it is only fitting to start your new lives as husband and wife there too! An Outer Banks Affair guided Hatteras Island locals, Danielle and Aaron, in creating a wedding day that was surrounded in pink with hints of Southern charm. From the personalized programs by HLR Designs and the fun-filled decor by Renee Landry Events to Distinct Delights confections and glamorous linens by Ocean Atlantic Event Rentals, Daniel Pullen Photography is helping us sharing this Pamilco pretty affair featured in the 2016 Outer Banks Bride Magazine. 

View more from Danielle and Aaron's wedding, receive Outer Banks wedding inspiration and receive our in-demand vendor directory by reserving your complimentary copy of the 2016 Outer Banks Bride Magazine.

From the Couple...

How He Asked: "Despite living on Hatteras Island, Danielle had never climbed the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse before, but had talked about it frequently. Aaron arrange a climb to the top of the lighthouse on early evening where he proposed once they arrived to the top."

Why They Chose the Outer Banks: "We both live and met on Hatteras Island, so it seemed like the perfect place to have our special day to share with our friends and family from near far. There's no place like home!"

Weddings Inspiration: "We wanted to incorporate all things on Hatteras Island that are special to us. The Inn on Pamlico Sound is where Aaron took me on our first day and we couldn't have imagined having our wedding anywhere else. Danielle's mother was a huge part of the wedding planning and spent a year planning every detail to perfection."

Favorite Wedding Memory: "One of our favorite wedding day memories is being able to get away after the ceremony. Just the two of us with Kate and Daniel Pullen to take pictures at the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse where we had gotten engaged."

The Details: 

Photographer: Daniel Pullen Photography | Coordinator: An Outer Banks Affair | Officiant: Bliss Wedding Co. | Floral & Decor: Renee Landry Events | Cakes & Confections: Atlantic Cake Company, Distinct Delights | Musicians: Club Violin | Videographer: Reel Love Weddings by Baldwin Video | Equipment Rentals: Ocean Atlantic Event Rentals | Specialty Services - Print Details: HLR Designs | Specialty Services - Lighting: Blue Steel Lighting Design | Transportation: Hatteras Tours | Accommodations: Inn on Pamlico Sound

The Outer Banks is one of the most popular coastal wedding destinations in the country, and the Outer Banks Wedding Association is the premiere service organization for wedding professionals located in Currituck, Dare, and Hyde counties. With approximately 300 members strong, our organization offers the best resources to brides and those planning events in the Outer Banks. Known for it's popular Outer Banks Bride Magazine and destination wedding inspiration, the Outer Banks Wedding Association boasts local and national recognition.

There's no dying it - when you book local vendors like To Have and To Hold OBX, Club Violin, and It's Royalty Salon Spa & Nails for your wedding, a day of endless magic is going to unfold. Meredith and Grant used the open grounds of Roanoke Island Festival Park be their reception backdrop, and enlisted Holiday House Weddings & Events to dress the Ocean Atlantic Event Rentals tent in seas of regal jewel tones. You won't be surprised this wedding was featured in the 2016 Outer Banks Bride Magazine after laying your eyes on this Neil GT Photography gallery! 

View more from Meredith and Grant's wedding, receive Outer Banks wedding inspiration and receive our in-demand vendor directory by reserving your complimentary copy of the 2016 Outer Banks Bride Magazine.

From the Couple...

How They Met: "Meredith and Grand met in the Summer of 2010 while attending her borther, Chad's, wedding. (Grant and Chad attended law schools together in Charleston and the University of Florida, becoming good friends.) Shortly thereafter, Meredith and Grant began dating while living in different cities and at times different parts of the country. Ultimately, their respective careers brought them to Raleigh where their love for one another continued to flourish and they were engaged in 2014 while on vacation in San Francisco. 

Why They Chose the Outer Banks: "Meredith grew up vacationing in Kitty Hawk every Summer. Close family, friends and neighbors from Clayton, NC own the house and her family still vacations there every Summer. Grant had never been to the Outer Banks before he and Meredith started dating. Once she introduced him to the Outer Banks, he immediately fell in love too!" 

Wedding Inspiration: "We wanted a rustic, romantic feel to our wedding and especially playing up the beautiful, natural scenery and landscape surrounding us in Manteo." 

Favorite Wedding Memory: "Everything was absolutely perfect and it wouldn't have been possible without the incredible team we had around us to make it happen!" 

The Details

Photographer: Neil GT Photography | Reception Site: Roanoke Island Festival Park | Coordinator: To Have and To Hold OBX | Floral & Decor: Holiday House Weddings & Events | Caterer: Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe | Cakes & Confections: Just Desserts | Musicians: Club Violin | Beauty & Spa: It's Royalty Salon Spa & Nails | Equipment Rentals: Ocean Atlantic Event Rentals | Speciality Services - Childcare: Robbins Nest Sitting Service | Transportation: Corolla Trolley Services | Accommodations: The Tranquil House Inn, Comfort Inn South Oceanfront | Rehearsal Dinner Site: North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island

The Outer Banks is one of the most popular coastal wedding destinations in the country, and the Outer Banks Wedding Association is the premiere service organization for wedding professionals located in Currituck, Dare, and Hyde counties. With approximately 300 members strong, our organization offers the best resources to brides and those planning events in the Outer Banks. Known for it's popular Outer Banks Bride Magazine and destination wedding inspiration, the Outer Banks Wedding Association boasts local and national recognition.

If you think planning a wedding in three months means you'll sacrifice elegance, personalized touches and style, then Caroline and Brian's grande affair will be a game changer! Due to her father's illness, the two moved the wedding one year earlier than scheduled and designed a day that was the epitome of the "best day ever" in three months. Renee Landry Events confettied their Pavilion at Pirate's Cove reception in blush blooms, with black and white stripes contrasting against gilded details to embellish the large venue. Lori Douglas Photography captured all the raw love and magic that surrounded the entire day, and we're bursting with excitement to share more from their 2016 Outer Banks Bride Magazine feature! 

View more from Caroline and Brian's wedding, receive Outer Banks wedding inspiration and receive our in-demand vendor directory by reserving your complimentary copy of the 2016 Outer Banks Bride Magazine.

From the Couple...

How He Asked: "The engagement was a complete surprise, although he had been planning it for months! Brian had always teased me that the day he would pop the question would be July 4, 2015. On Sunday, November 2, 2014 we decied to go on an early morning cruise down. It was freezing and windy that morning, but he insisted on getting out of the truck and going on a walk. Out of nowhere, he turned to me and said, "Do you know what today is?" And then, he paused briefly and said "Today is July 4, 2015." Before I knew what was happening, he had gotten down on one knee and asked me to marry him! I was in complete shock at what was happening, and didn't even say anything at first...he had to ask me again!" 

Why They Chose the Outer Banks: "Caroline was born and raised in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina!"

Wedding Inspiration: "The design inspiration was Kate Spade inspired! Our theme was black and white - specifically black and white stripes with touches of gold glitter and sequins and blush-colored floral arrangements. We wanted a more classic look and feel for our wedding. On a side note on inspiration, our wedding was planned in three months! We found out in April that my father, Lou, was diagnosed with cancer so we moved the wedding up a year, August 2016 to July 2015. Lou's ultimate goal during his battle with cancer was to walk me down the aisle, and if possible, the father-daughter dance would be the icing on the cake. He did both!"  

Favorite Wedding Memories: "My father reaching his goals of walking me down the aisle and our father-daughter dance. Also, seeing the venue for the first time when Brian and I were introduced. My mom was the mastermind behind the design and planning, so everything was a complete surprise for Brian and I!" 

The Details

Photographer: Lori Douglas Photography | Reception Site: The Pavilion at Pirate's Cove | Floral & Decor: Renee Landry Events | Caterer: Kelly's Restaurant | Cakes & Confections: Just Desserts | DJ: DJ Bruce "I Do" Entertainment & DJ | Equipment Rentals: Metro Rental | Transportation: Corolla Trolley Services | Accommodations: Pirate's Cove Realty

The Outer Banks is one of the most popular coastal wedding destinations in the country, and the Outer Banks Wedding Association is the premiere service organization for wedding professionals located in Currituck, Dare, and Hyde counties. With approximately 300 members strong, our organization offers the best resources to brides and those planning events in the Outer Banks. Known for it's popular Outer Banks Bride Magazine and destination wedding inspiration, the Outer Banks Wedding Association boasts local and national recognition.

Choosing the Outer Banks for its serenity, relaxed atmosphere, and a treasure trove of childhood memories, Darlene and Ryan planned their wedding, with the aid of Engaging Events, that resembled the setting sun on the Eastern Seaboard. I Do OBX Chairs designed darling set-up for their Jennette's Pier beach "I do's" that was perfect as the newlyweds were showered in a sea of beach balls for their ceremony exit. Bells & Whistles transformed the Pier into a modern, nautical masterpiece, with Courtney Hathaway Photography capturing every toast-worthy moment. 

View more from Darlene and Ryan's wedding, receive Outer Banks wedding inspiration and receive our in-demand vendor directory by reserving your complimentary copy of the 2016 Outer Banks Bride Magazine.

From the Couple...

How He Asked: "After Ryan graduated college, the couple took a trip to explore Europe. Ryan surprised Darlene by asking her to marry him in London on the top floor of The Shard, western Europe's tallest building. The Shard overlooks the Thames River and all of London, Darlene's favorite city!"

Why They Chose the Outer Banks: "Darlene and Ryan chose the Outer Banks because of how much the islands meant to them growing up. One of their first dates was driving up Carova and laughing all day in the rain. The Outer Banks was also close enough for a majority of their family and friends to make it to the wedding, yet fair enough to give a 'destination wedding' feel." 

Wedding Inspiration: "Having frown up just across the border in Virginia, Darlene and Ryan treasured all of the childhood vacations with family and friends on the Outer Banks. The goal was to reflect the tranquility, relaxation and a home-away-from-home values into their wedding day. Getting married on the beach was an absolute must, casual beachwear encouraged, and the spirit of being on vacation were all imperative to the vision of their wedding." 

Favorite Wedding Memory: "Some of our favorite wedding day memories were getting ready with our wedding party, reading each other's letters, the beach ball toss after we said our vows, watching the sunset from the gorgeous banquet room of Jennette's Pier, and of course the weather!"

The Details: 

Photographer: Courtney Hathaway Photography | Ceremony & Reception Site: Jennette's Pier | Coordinator: Engaging Events | Floral & Decor: Bells & Whistles | Caterer: Kelly's Restaurant | Beauty & Spa: It's Royalty Salon Spa & Nails | Photo Booth: OBX Photo Booths | Equipment Rentals: I Do OBX Chairs, Ocean Atlantic Event Rentals | Specialty Services - Invitations: HLR Designs | Accommodations: Resort Realty

The Outer Banks is one of the most popular coastal wedding destinations in the country, and the Outer Banks Wedding Association is the premiere service organization for wedding professionals located in Currituck, Dare, and Hyde counties. With approximately 300 members strong, our organization offers the best resources to brides and those planning events in the Outer Banks. Known for it's popular Outer Banks Bride Magazine and destination wedding inspiration, the Outer Banks Wedding Association boasts local and national recognition.