Soft pastel wedding lit by floating lampshades under the Spanish Moss

soft pastels bridesmaid dresses

Chandler and Cailynn’s love story began in 2021 at a camp where they met and started dating long distance until their engagement. At the time, Cailynn lived in Arkansas, while Chandler was attending the University of Georgia. He made the 12-hour drive just to take her on their first date, and from that moment on, the rest was history. When beginning to plan, Cailynn envisioned a wedding with a “South of France” vibe using soft pastels. To do this, Bethany with Hewitt Oaks incorporated decor such as hanging lanterns, greenery, Spanish moss draped over the trees, and exquisite plateware, creating a stunning atmosphere all captured on camera by Taylor Renee Photos.

beachfront house

Venue with a dream team

The couple chose Hewitt Oaks as their venue because it was a place dear to Cailynn's heart. She had worked there for a summer in 2019 and always dreamed of returning to marry there one day. Hewitt Oaks was more than just a venue—it was the full experience, providing everything from food and flowers to the tent, ceremony, and reception space. Its owners, Bethany and Christopher Hewitt, were a dream team— between Bethany’s design experience and Christopher’s culinary expertise, they truly made magic happen.

pearl drop earrings off the shoulder wedding dress

Timeless style: Pearl accents

Bride Cailynn wore the stunning Megara dress by Amy and Eve. Off-the-shoulder elegance remained timeless with pearl drop earrings and pearl-accented veil.

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The epitome of summer bouquet

The bride carried a bouquet by Southern Graces that defined summer floral inspiration. Tulips, roses, and other wildflowers popped in shades of pink, peach, purple, and blue.

navy blue suits

Brown leather accents

The groomsmen - who clearly had a blast! - donned navy-blue suits from The Black Tux with brown leather accents for another timeless look.

Spanish moss wedding ceremony

white floral necklace wood inspired ceremony

outdoor South Caroline elopement

Florals to complement Spanish moss

Floral installations by Southern Graces completed and became one with the Spanish moss that surrounded Cailynn and Chandler as they said, "I do." Baby's breath climbed tree branches, while blue hydrangeas provided a timeless yet summery pop of color.

floating lampshades

wicker frame seating chart c large clear tent

pink and green table decor

floating greenery over dance floor garden inspired place settings

white dance floor

Elevated garden reception design

For the reception, floral lampshades floated above matching table runners, complemented by flowing greenery, pops of pink, and plenty of garden-inspired flatware. A clear tent helped blend the decor seamlessly into the natural setting.

garden inspired wedding cake

A literal garden-inspired cake

For dessert, the couple celebrated with a strawberry champagne-flavored cake, adorned with white frosting and floral accents flowing from the bottom tier, adding a sweet, elegant touch.

lampshade lighting

Floating lampshades

The most surprising bit of decor was the floating lampshades that brought a whimsical yet floral design to the long dining tables.

epic wedding dance floor

Dance floor mosh pit

Their wedding was especially memorable because of the people who filled it with love and joy. It was obvious that every guest and vendor meant the world to Cailynn and Chandler. Laughter echoed throughout the day, lighting up the venue with happiness. The dance floor turned into a lively, hour-long mosh pit—complete with spilled drinks, sweat, and so many smiling faces thanks to DJ Trey Entertainment.

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