Weddings

Intimate Asheville Elopement in the Blue Ridge Mountains

We drove to this absolutely stunning cabin in the mountains of Asheville for Ana and Rory’s big day! They had decided to keep it intimate and only the closest of family was allowed to be a part of their special day. Ana wore her absolute dream dress and had the prettiest wildflower bouquet. Their first look was in the master suite of this adorable mountain getaway and Rory could not have been more in awe of his bride-to-be!

They said their vows outside with the beautiful backdrop behind them for all their guests to see. Her father officiated the ceremony which was concluded with IPA beers and a kiss! This fun couple made sure that everyone around them was laughing throughout the entire ceremony and the reception was no different! They had pizza from a local pizza joint in Asheville and a beautiful red velvet cake locally made as well. Ana and Rory shared their first dance on the back porch with the lights from Downtown Asheville keeping the mountains aglow. It was truly an unforgettable day and we were so glad to be a part of it!

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