Mount Pleasant Magazine Jan/Feb 2015

same is true for the bridesmaids’ dresses.”

Today’s brides are asking for more coverage, such as

sleeves or high backs, and the trend is toward more classic

styles such as ball gowns. Michelle said the mothers of the

bride and bridegroom should also take the time to find the

perfect dress.

“We have a large selection of dresses for the mothers,”

she said. “They want to look great, too.”

Michelle’s best advice: Have fun and relax and enjoy the

process of finding the perfect dress.

It’s all about the Garden at ashley PoInt

“It all started in a garden,” said Nancy Goding, “and we

think that’s why so many brides want to get married in a

garden setting.”

The beauty of the Lowcountry is the star attraction

at The Garden at Ashley Point. Designed by landscape

architect Tom Goding to delight the eye, the garden

is filled with the flowers of the South, the cool blue of

old-fashioned hydrangeas and red camellias that brighten

our winters. A Juliet balcony overlooks the dock and the

marsh. Two secret gardens provide excellent settings for

“first-look” photos.

Nestled in this garden is the carriage house, with a spa-

cious ground floor for receptions and a romantic hon-

eymoon suite on the second floor for the newly married

couple to spend the night.

At night, the garden is alight with spotlights on the

trees and the lighted fountain in the lake.

Nancy’s most important tip: “The bride should see the loca-

tion in advance at the time the ceremony is planned. If the

wedding is in the evening, it’s important to see the venue in

the evening.”

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Ellen Harrington, wedding specialist for the Charleston

Harbor Resort and Marina, directed her first wedding at

age 18. Her attention to detail helps take the stress out

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