The Best of Spring for a Wingate Place Wedding in Charleston

Lis & Cole had the Wingate Place wedding day that every single couple hopes for. Looking back on these images reminded us just how effortlessly the day flowed, how sweet the reactions were, how incredible their reception design was, and just how much of a party they + their guests had! Not only was the energy high, but it was one of those days where the weather never even crossed your mind. The temperature was perfect and the skies were clear!

The incredible vendor team!

Venue | Wingate Place

Planning & Design | Toujours Events

Florals | Tulips & Twigs

Dress | Loretta Bridal Boutique

Hair & Make up | Vanity Salon

Entertainment | Rose Weddings & Events

Catering | Relish Distinctive Catering

Cake | Ugly Cakes Charleston

Invitations | Toujours Events

Rentals | Curated Events, Professional Party Rentals, Snyder Rentals, McKenzie Event Lighting

Setting the Scene: A calm & charming Lowcountry venue | Set a part from downtown, Wingate Place holds the Charleston charm without the bustle of downtown. This is a venue you arrive to and notice the still and calming atmosphere.

A looking up view of the Spanish moss and oak trees at Wingate place in Charleston, sc

A vibrant start to the day | During a time of year where everything is coming back to life, this color palette felt like a creative revival. We loved that Lis wanted to set the stage for a colorful day by adding color to her invitation.

a colorful spring invitation suite with yellows, blues, pinks, and greens

The Color of 2026: Butter Yellow | These ladies pulled it off so well! From a morning champagne toast on the porch to dance floor energy at the end of the night, yellow was the statement for this bridal party!

bridesmaids on the porch at Wingate place toasting champagne

A walk down the aisle | If every bride could learn one thing from Lis, it’s this: walk the aisle twice if you want. The mindset to take a few minutes to yourself, soak in the details you’ve envisioned coming to life, and embrace the beauty of the day makes the entire day more special.

bride taking in views of her ceremony at Wingate place on her wedding morning

The pivotal moment of wedding mornings: The Dress | There is a distinct energy shift on every single wedding day when the bride realizes it is finally time to put on her dress. Nothing makes reality set in (in the best way!) than the feeling that you’re officially ready to see your groom and walk down the aisle!

Bride touching necklace while getting ready for her wedding at Wingate place excited bride showing off her dress to her bridesmaids black and white image of excited bride showing off her dress to her bridesmaids

A first look with dad + a first look with her groom | Both deeply significant in their own ways. Both had everyone watching in tears!

tearful reaction from dad seeing his bride for the first time on the porch at Wingate place

Dad & his girls | We love the people of weddings. Documenting our bride and groom is our ultimate goal but capturing their people goes hand in hand. This day had so many sweet family moments!

Caught in the moment | Sometimes you look over and see a layer of moments and it makes you stop what you’re doing. Lis, off to the side watching as the groomsmen took their photos, with her parents watching from behind and admiring their bride.

A ceremony space brought to life | A lot can be said for natural beauty. The curve of the oak tree branch and the low-hanging Spanish moss made this the obvious choice for the ceremony. However, it was made even more beautiful by Toujours Events’ eye for design + Tulips & Twigs’ florals!

In the waiting | The moments of anticipation are what make weddings so exciting. The guests are arriving, there is a soft breeze blowing, the music is playing, everyone is admiring the views and finding their seats.

Spring pastel aisle markers for a wedding ceremony at Wingate place emotional reaction of groom watching bride walk down aisle at Wingate place wedding wedding ceremony under the oak tree at Wingate place in Charleston

MARRIED. | The excitement. The joy. The celebration!

bride and groom cheering after ceremony under the oak tree at Wingate place bride and groom dipping after ceremony under the oak tree at Wingate place

drone view of bride and groom walking down aisle after ceremony under the oak tree at Wingate place

The cocktail hour feeling | Let’s talk about it — The ceremony is complete, your guests are mingling, the stress is low and the happiness is high, and grandpa is giving you a spin while admiring your dress!

Wedding guests enjoying cocktail hour under the oak trees at Wingate place

No one needs a four-color wedding color palette | Take it or leave it, but we’re here to say that the more colors, the more hues, the more patterns, & the more textures the better. Callie, Ellen, & their team absolutely brought this reception design to life!

Green statement bar with colorful florals

Bride and groom cheering entering their tented wedding reception at Wingate place

A modern twist on golden hour | If there is the opportunity to run off the dance floor for a few direct-flash photos with the oak trees and the fading evening sun, our vote is always yes!

Direct flash photos of couple kissing at sunset Direct flash photo of couple walking at sunset