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Upcoming NC Wedding Shows & Events
Check out some of the wedding events taking place in the Raleigh area this week. And if an NC destination wedding is what you’re interested in, next weekend’s Outer Banks Wedding Show is a must-attend event for you!
Forever Bridal’s Southern Bridal Show & Expo

Sunday, April 21st- 11:00am-4:00pm
NC State Fair Grounds, Jim Graham Building, Raleigh NC
Meet over 150 Triangle wedding vendors and knock out lots of your planning in one day! Stop by SB&G’s booth for a magazine and to enter for prize giveaways.
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Highgrove‘s Bridal Open House
Saturday, April 20- 10:00am-1:00pm
1613 South Main Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC
Get to know the gorgeous Highgrove Estate on Laurel Lake by attending their open house! There will be lots of food from the onsite catering staff, and you’ll have a chance to get to know this lovely venue.
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Anfesa’s Jewelers and The Grand Marquise Ballroom Luxury Bridal Showcase
Wednesday, April 24, 2013, 6:00-9:00pm
Get ready to be inspired as The Grand Marquise brings you some of the premiere wedding experts from across the Triangle. This is the perfect event for newly-engaged couples to begin their journey down the aisle.
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2013 Outer Banks Wedding Show
Saturday, April 27, 2013, 11:00am-4:00pm
The 2013 Outer Banks Wedding Show, presented by obxBrides.com, which offers the best wedding vendors the Outer Banks of North Carolina has to offer. The event is set in The Sanderling Resort in Duck, NC, a newly renovated, first class beach resort where the ocean meets the sand. The event will include interactive seminars hosted by true wedding professionals. Online tickets are only $20. Be sure to purchase your tickets now so you don’t miss out on this amazing experience!
Photo above courtesy of Dara Blakeley Photography
Upcoming NC Wedding Show — Luxury Bridal Showcase at The Grand Marquise Ballroom

This showcase is the perfect opportunity for newly-engaged couples to kickstart the planning process and meet some of the Triangle area’s top wedding professionals, including award-winning coordinator Shawn Schindler of Your Special Day Weddings and Special Events, Fresh Affairs, Victorian Rose Bridals, Rocky Top Hospitality, Azul Photography, DJ Mike Morse, Elevate, Tacori Bridal, Capital Production Group, VIP Formal Wear, Unforgettable Food Affairs, and many more!
Enjoy an evening of entertainment, hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while you get the opportunity to have your most burning questions about the wedding planning process answered. This event is free, but RSVPs are preferred. Send your RSVP to deborah@anfesasjewelers.com.
This Week’s Raleigh Durham Bridal Events
Wedding Story Writer Official LaunchThursday, March 21, 6:00-8:00PM
Saks Fifth Avenue, 7700 Old Wake Forest Road, Raleigh
Wedding Story Writer is new, one-of-a-kind business, founded by local writer Michelle McMurray. Have your wedding story written and created into a masterpiece book to last a lifetime, complete with original sketches. Learn more at the launch party at Saks this Thursday evening. A storybook will be on display, as well as samples of the original artwork. There will also be a perfume bar, and guests will enjoy champagne and light bites. RSVP to press@weddingstorywriter.com or 919.434.9179.
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Highgrove Bridal Open House
Saturday, March 23, 2013, 10:00am-1:00pm
Stop by the beautiful Highgrove Estate on Laurel Lake in Fuquay Varina to tour the gorgeous wedding venue, and taste the delectable creations of their catering staff.
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Cotton Room Open House
Sunday, March 24, 2013, 5:00-8:00pm
Visit The Cotton Room in Durham’s hip Golden Belt area to visit this hot wedding venue, taste amazing food from Triangle Catering, and check out the new neighboring venue, Belt Line Station.
Outer Banks Wedding Show Details + Giveaway Contest
OBXBrides.com is gearing up for the annual Outer Banks Wedding Show on April 27, hosted at Sanderling Resort in Duck, NC — which will unveil a brand new look following a multi-million dollar renovation. The day-long wedding showcase that gives brides-to-be a first-person look at making North Carolina’s beautiful Outer Banks a magical destination for a very, very special day.

The Sanderling is nestled 16 acres between the Currituck Sound and the Atlantic Ocean, offering gorgeous views from any standpoint and lending itself to being the perfect Southern designation wedding location. The resort is renowned for its enchanting weddings on North Carolina’s prized Outer Banks, and this April, the Sanderling is opening several all-new wedding venues, including a 1,500 square-foot Event House as well as an outdoor deck, ideal for ceremonies or receptions. In addition, a new, perfectly-manicured Event Lawn on the Atlantic side of the property invites couples to take advantage of the Sanderling’s location, only steps from the ocean! The Sanderling will also unveil seven new guest rooms, two new pools and revitalized restaurant concepts.
This year’s wedding show will be incredibly interactive for brides-to-be, with numerous seminars and workshops that will showcase every asset of the Outer Banks, transforming the Sanderling into a bride’s dream destination. The entire property will convert into a bridal showcase, displaying offerings from food and beverage to unique local vendors, integrating event designers and themes to visually inspire brides in their planning. The event will include the destination’s foremost culinary vendors as well as photographers, videographers, hair salons and spas, wedding planners, officiant services and DJs.
Tickets for this amazing event are $20 per person and are available now, but SB&G brides have a special opportunity to win two tickets + a one night stay at Sanderling Resort for the show! All you have to do to enter is write on SB&G’s Facebook wall, telling us why you want an Outer Banks wedding! Enter by 2pm on Thursday, April 4th, and we’ll announce the winner on Facebook later that afternoon.
Upcoming Raleigh Wedding Events
Cary Magazine’s Elegant Weddings Gala
Thursday, March 7, 4:30-8:30PM
The State Club
Join us for the 7th Annual Elegant Weddings Gala, produced by Cary Magazine. Meet some of the area’s top wedding vendors while enjoying the beautiful setting of The State Club in Raleigh. There will be a fashion show, food samples, and more! For FREE TICKETS, use code SBGBRIDE! Register here: http://www.carymagazine.com/weddings
The Sutherland Bridal Showcase
Friday, March 8, 6:00-9:00PM
The Sutherland is a stunning wedding venue in Wake Forest, NC. This bridal event will be a chance for couples to enjoy a night of cocktails, candlelight and giveaways. Tickets are $10 per person, but free for all booked 2013/2014 brides. For tickets, click here.

Last week in wedding events…
Team SB&G had a blast this weekend at Altar Ego, the fashion show and fundraiser produced by Tre Bella Inc at The Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club in Durham last Friday!
We enjoyed delicious food and cocktails in the ballroom while perusing pop-up shops from local clothing boutiques. Some amazing prizes were given away and everyone got a chance to chat with NY Times Best-Selling Author Emily Giffin.
Then we moved into the gorgeous tent for a presentation by Giffin, followed by a beautiful runway presentation, with ready-to-wear fashion from local boutiques, followed by wedding fashion from Bella Bridesmaid, Bernard’s Formalwear and Tre Bella Bridal.
We’ll share more deets about this event soon, when we have the professional photographs. But we wanted to share a little sneak peek!
Upcoming Wedding Event: “Altar Ego: An Event All About You” is This Friday, March 1
Tre Bella and the Washington Duke Inn have been working hard all week to get the space ready and finalize last minute details for this amazing night of food, fashion, fun and philanthropy. Check out this video by Twenty-One Films for more information, and get excited!
“Altar Ego…An Event All About You!” Fashion Show from Twenty-One Films on Vimeo.
This year’s event will include a presentation by Emily Giffin, a New York Times Best Selling Author, a cocktail hour shopping experience, a book signing, and of course, a high-end fashion show. Emily Giffin has touched the hearts of millions of readers through her emotionally charged and endearingly flawed characters. Of her six novels, three have been optioned for the big screen, and the film of her first novel, Something Borrowed, premiered in May of 2011.
During the cocktail hour, attendees will be treated to a signature cocktail and delectable hors d’oeuvres prepared by the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club catering team, while getting the opportunity to chat with Emily Giffin. Participating boutiques will also be selling accessories and clothing! The boutiques include: Adorn Boutique, Hadley Emerson, Scout and Molly’s of Chapel Hill, Smitten Boutique, Bella Bridesmaid, Bernard’s Formalwear and Tre Bella Bridal.
Southern Bride & Groom is so excited to be a sponsor and part of this wonderful event benefitting a local charity — Girls on the Run of the Triangle. Girls on the Run is a life-changing character development program for girls between the ages of 8 and 12. Volunteer coaches inspire the young women to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum in which the girls are taught values that lead to a positive sense of self.
Thanks to all of the other sponsors who are making this wonderful event possible: Joe Bunn DJ Company, The Catering Company, CE Rental, Durham Magazine, Bella Trio Day Spa & Salon, Weddings Unveiled, Get Lit and Models for Charity.
Tickets are $50 per person, and are available now. Don’t miss out on this one, y’all!
Upcoming Wedding Events and free tickets to Altar Ego Fashion
Cobblestone Hall Open House & Tasting
Wednesday, February 28, 5:00-8:00pm
Couples are invited to visit Cobblestone Hall, a fabulous wedding venue downtown Raleigh in historic City Market, to see the space, and meet some of their preferred vendors. Please RSVP to Kaitlin – kbriggs@showtimeevents.net.
Triangle Bridal Association’s 4th Annual “A Happy Affair”
Thursday, February 28, 5:30-8:30pm
Mix & Mingle with wedding professionals while sipping champagne and snacking on hors d’oeuvres at this annual event at the North Ridge Country Club.
Altar Ego: A Fashion Event
Friday, March 1, 6:30-9:30pm
Tre Bella Inc, Durham’s only couture bridal salon and one of the area’s top florists, is pleased to present their annual fashion event at the prestigious Washington Duke Inn. The event will begin with a cocktail hour and book-signing by NY Times best-selling author Emily Giffin. Giffin is the author of several fabulous novels, including Something Borrowed, which was made into a hit movie. She will also be doing a presentation! The culmination of the event is the fashion show, with local clothing boutiques (Hadley Emerson, Scout & Molly of Chapel Hill, and Smitten), followed by wedding wear including Bella Bridesmaid, Bernard’s Formalwear, and Tre Bella Bridal.
Tickets are $50, and include the entertainment, food and a signature cocktail. All proceeds go to local charity, Girls on the Run.
SB&G is giving away a pair of Free Tickets to Altar Ego Fashion this week!
To enter, simply write “I want the tickets to Altar Ego!” on our FACEBOOK wall or Tweet it to us @SthrnBrideGroom, by 11pm on Wednesday, Feb 27. We’ll pick a winner on Thursday morning at random. Please only enter if you are able to attend the event!
Bridal Open House at Cobblestone Hall Wednesday, February 27
Come meet the Cobblestone Hall staff and their preferred vendors at this special event, where you and your fiancé can enjoy “A Taste of Cobblestone Hall,” featuring hors d’oeuvres and drinks. If you select Cobblestone Hall for your big day during the tasting, you will be treated to a 10% discount on the facility rental! Showtime Events is a full-service event management company to help you in every way during your wedding planning — from facility to rental to walking down the aisle!
RSVP to kbriggs@showtimeevents.net ASAP!
“Altar Ego: An Event All About You” Fashion Show

Tre Bella is a full-service bridal salon and florist in downtown Durham owned and operated by three gorgeous sisters — Becky, Rachael and Kate. The boutique offers bridal gowns from some of the most popular designers, like Badgley Mischka, Winne Couture and Jenny Packham. The Washington Duke Inn is one of the most prestigious local wedding venues, known for its expansive property, delicious cuisine and exceptional service.
This year’s event will include a presentation by Emily Giffin, a New York Times Best Selling Author, a cocktail hour shopping experience, a book signing, and of course, a high-end fashion show. Emily Giffin has touched the hearts of millions of readers through her emotionally charged and endearingly flawed characters. Of her six novels, three have been optioned for the big screen, and the film of her first novel, Something Borrowed, premiered in May of 2011.
During the cocktail hour, attendees will be treated to a signature cocktail and delectable hors d’oeuvres prepared by the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club catering team, while getting the opportunity to chat with Emily Giffin. Participating boutiques will also be selling accessories and clothing! The boutiques include: Hadley Emerson, Scout and Molly of Chapel Hill, Smitten Boutique, Bella Bridesmaid, Bernard’s Formalwear and Tre Bella Bridal.
Southern Bride & Groom is so excited to be part of this wonderful event benefitting a local charity — Girls on the Run of the Triangle. Girls on the Run is a life-changing character development program for girls between the ages of 8 and 12. Volunteer coaches inspire the young women to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum in which the girls are taught values that lead to a positive sense of self.
Tickets are $50 per person, and are available now for this exciting evening of fashion, philanthropy and fun. Don’t miss out on this one, y’all!
Save the Date — Wedding Affair at North Hills

The Wedding Affair is an intimate showcase for both brides and grooms that features Triangle wedding industry leaders that provide superior services — including many members of the SB&G Family.
Attendees will receive a Bridal Swag Bag and are automatically entered to win fabulous prizes! For a list of vendors, check out the North Hills Wedding Affair website, where you can also RSVP and purchase tickets, and see photos from last year’s bash.
While you’re at the show, be sure to stop by the Southern Bride & Groom booth to pick up a free copy of the 2013 magazine!
Above photo courtesy of Photography by Walters & Walters
