Wedding at the Greystone Inn Lake Toxaway NC | Photography By A Castle Photo
It felt like Christmas yesterday when Amanda sent me over some sneak peeks from our Wedding day. This is not the official wedding blog post because I’ll need about a week to write that one up, and I’ll want to share all the photos from the wedding with you then. But I wanted to share the photos she sent over yesterday because they are so magical and really tell the story of how the night went. I’ll include some details that I was asked over on Instagram as well.
The night before 🖤
We had the sweetest man take us out for a ride on his wooden boat before our rehearsal dinner. I can’t wait to blog and share all the details from this night! We had our photographer capture the night before so we could be in the moment without phones, and I highly recommend doing that! Once I get those photos in a few weeks, I’ll write everything up! This summer is going to have some exciting blogs! I have wanted to write about so much like finding the perfect dress, our mini trips to Lake Toxaway, designing the wedding table, choosing a photographer, and so on!
Rehearsal Dinner Little White Dress / Baby Blue Velvet Shoes / Happily Ever After Bag
We had our dinner at the Lake Toxaway Country Club (food pics coming soon)I spent the morning of the wedding relaxing. I had oatmeal and berries for breakfast, drank coffee, and took a long hot bubble bath. Before any big event, I love to be alone, listening to podcasts, reading, or writing.
I got ready with my mom in the Rockefeller suite. It’s such a historic Inn with all the cozy vibes. 🖤
My dress is Winnie Couture. It had a detachable train that was my favorite part.
The Greystone Inn was the perfect wedding venue. The inn’s event coordinator, David, was so easy to work with, and I felt as if we aligned on so many ideas. It’s important to work with people who see your vision as clear as you do.
Guest could stay busy by kayaking, canoeing, tennis, the pool, fishing, golfing, pickleball, hiking, horseback riding, and so much more.
It’s the coziest place that Kyle and I love to visit. I can finally share those old travel blogs! It’s located on a tall hill overlooking Lake Toxaway and the gorgeous mountains.
My Wedding Shoes // Velvet Ring Box // Ralph Lauren Romance // Jewelery // Earrings
I did a first look with my dad.
My dad built the stands, and the vases are from Ballard Designs.
All of the women wore blush pink, and all the men wore black. If I’m being honest, that idea stemmed from me having a dream about people showing up in neon yellow and red. To avoid that dream coming to life, I decided to pick a color scheme, and I’m so happy I did because the photos turned out so beautiful, and I love when people match in photos, espically when it’s a small group of guest. It’s as if all the women there were my bridesmaids.
Ivory Taper Candles / Pink Taper Candles / Crystal Candle Holders / Clear Crackled Candle Jars / Pink Mandala Glass Candle Jars/ Small Candles / Chargers (I hand-painted the dots)/ Napkins / Chiffon Ribbon / Chiffon Table Runners
A few cell phone shots I took from my mom’s phone. But the cake was one of the most delicious cakes I’ve ever had! It was almond flavor, and each bite was pure heaven. It’s from Blue Ridge Bakery in Brevard.
The macaroons and custom-made cookies are from a local baker in Fort Mill, SC, Made by Megan Jayne!
Floral Design / Party Rental We had a farm-to-table style dinner, and it was absolutely delicious! I danced with Kyle and then my dad 🖤 The best night ever! I cannot wait to share the whole story and all of the other photos with you! If you have any questions you want me to include in the next wedding blog post, leave them in the comments below! ♥️
Photography by Amanda Castle Photography Website | A Castle Photo
Madison says
I love your blog!! I’ve been following since the tumblr days!! So happy for you!! My fiancé and I are getting married next May have been looking at honeymooning at Greystone Inn for the past couple months!! Would you recommend as a good honeymoon/romantic spot?
Congratulations again!!
Taralynn says
Hi, Madison!
YES YES YES! Absolutely! We adore the Greystone and will be making sure to visit as much as we can! There is so much to do and it’s relaxing!! I say go for it!
Amanda | thekitcheneer.com says
Oh my goodness Tara!!!! You make a BEAUTIFUL bride and Kyle a handsome groom too!
So so happy for you! I’ve been a fan of your blog for about a decade now and I’m so happy you found your person! <3
I pray your marriage is filled with heart-bursting joy, abundant laughter, and The Notebook kinda love.
Taralynn says
Thank you, Amanda!!!!
Rosanne says
Your wedding looks so beautiful! Your wedding photos are outstanding! Is being married even more magical?
Taralynn says
Thanks so much!!!
Janet says
Omg these are gorgeous!!! I’m so happy for you!
Taralynn says
Thank you!!
Nikki says
Beautiful bride and beautiful location! Love it! Congratulations!
Taralynn says
Thank you, Nikki!
Lisa says
Amazing! I’m getting married in April so keen to know all your details. Did you stay together the night before or did you sleep separately?
Taralynn says
Congrats, Lisa!!
We stayed together the night before! There were a lot of traditional things we decided not to do for the wedding 🙂 But he did leave early and I didn’t see him until that evening of the wedding.
Lindsey K says
STUNNING 💕 You look gorgeous and I can’t wait to read about the details!
Taralynn says
Thank you, Lindsey!!
Edna says
Loved the decor, May you post link to candle holders link did not work
Taralynn says
Thanks, Edna!
Just fixed it ♥️
Kait says
Just wanna say I’ve been following you since tumblr days and I’m so happy for you!! You both look stunning. Congrats!
Taralynn says
Ahhh so long!! ♥️ Thank you thank you!!!
Brooklyn Murtaugh says
Congratulations Taralynn and Kyle! Your wedding looks like a fairy tale. That detachable train though! How cool 🙂
Taralynn says
😍 thank you!!!
Naomi says
You’re beautiful, Tara. What a gorgeous dress and day, and I’m so happy for you! I’ve been reading your blog since the beginning and it is so nice to see good things happen to a great person. Wishing you and Kyle a lifetime of happiness
Taralynn says
Thank you, Naomi ♥️
Pamela says
WOW! You were an absolutely stunning bride. Your dress was gorgeous. You and Kyle are such a spectacular couple. It looks like it was the day you always dreamed of. I cannot wait for the wedding blog post. Congrats to you both and wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness.
Taralynn says
AWWWW THIS IS THE SWEETEST!!
Thank you, Pamela! 😭
Milena says
Congratulations Taralynn! You and Kyle look so beautiful, fabulous and so happy on these pictures! I’ve been reading your blog for so many years and I feel so emotional looking at these pictures because it is like if an old friend was getting married 🙂 Your dress is absolutely gorgeous and you and Kyle are such a sweet couple, I wish you my best! <3
Taralynn says
😭 thank you, Milena!!!
Ann says
So, so stunning! I feel the feels, makes me so happy for you two and I don’t even know you! You were absolutely gorgeous and Kyle, dapper as always! Can’t wait for more photos! 😍
Taralynn says
♥️ thank you so much!!!
Jacquelyn Alexis DeAngelo says
So many sweet and personal touches to your special day ❤️ beautiful photos of a beautiful couple!
Taralynn says
Thank you, Jacquelyn!
Karolina says
Congratulations to the lovely couple! You both looked very happy and relaxed with each other. I hope the day met your expectations and everything went great. It’s always nice to see sweet couple in love. We all need more love in the air 🙂
Taralynn says
❤️ Thank you, Karolina!!
Melissa Vaughan says
These photos are gorgeous, I’m so happy for you 🥂💕
Taralynn says
Thank you, Melissa!
Caitlyn says
Congrats Taralynn! I’ve been following you for at least 5 years now, and am so happy for you two! I’m so curious about your train and veil. I am getting married at the end of July, and while my dress is still in the air (minor mishap), I’m thinking I would love to do a longer train and veil like yours. How long was your veil? It blended so nicely with your train!
Harriet says
Wow absolutely beautiful wedding, congratulations to you both! all the photos are stunning.
Freshi says
Oh Taralynn, when I saw this post, I was stopping everything I did, made tea and chose a cozy spot to read! This post and the pictures made me tear up a bit. I am so happy for you. Congratulations!!!
I hope my fiance and me will have such a nice wedding as well in a few weeks. It will be a small wedding as well. I really like the color scheme of your wedding. This makes me think that I should’ve also asked for a color scheme for the dresses because it indeed looks amazing on pictures. I have at least a color scheme for the flowers, haha. I’m looking forward to the other posts, I’m sure they will further inspire me. I still need shoes, make-up, hair utensils,… I wanna do hair and make-up by myself… let’s see. I wanna feel as comfortable and like myself as much as possible. You look absolutely stunning, Taralynn.
Sending you hugs,
Freshi
Taralynn says
I cannot wait to hear about your wedding!!! i know it’s going to be amazing. ♥️
Sara says
I have been following you since the Tumblr days. It is such a pleasure to see your life journey – the ups and the downs and everything in-between. Thank you for always sharing! So excited for you to start this next chapter and I am so happy for you and Kyle. Best wishes for a lifetime of happiness <3
camgarecht says
i’ve been following u since i was 14 years old.. i haven’t read any posts in SO long, and this is the first i came across after all these years! it makes me so insanely happy to see this, you deserve everything! 🥰
Taralynn says
😭 thank you
Hannah Blair says
I have been reading your blog for nearly 10 years now, and I am so happy for you! Your wedding looks beautiful, and your dress is just gorgeous ! The black and white photo of you laughing and looking sideways towards Kyle is just the most beautiful moment to capture 🙂 Wishing you both many years of joy together ! xox
Taralynn says
Thank you!! ♥️
Jessie says
These photos are absolutely gorgeous ! I have followed you for so many years and you look the happiest you have ever been I am so happy you found true love and I wish you a life time of laughter and love.
FYI I still have a christmas card you sent me when you did vlogmas . 🙂
Christine says
I am a little late but congratulations on your wedding! The photos are amazing and you look beautiful! I also love Leo in the tux! What a gorgeous place to get married! You and Kyle both look so happy 🙂
Taralynn says
Thank you, Christine!
Annie says
I just realized I didn’t comment on this one! Congratulations you two!!
Taralynn, you looked SO beautiful, and everything was absolutely gorgeous! Honestly, you could have told me this was the original wedding you’d planned at Lake Como, and I would have totally believed it. The location, the decor, the dress; everything looks so amazing. All of the hard work and love you put into even the tiniest details really shined through on your special day, and it all came together perfectly.
May you both have a lifetime of happiness together!
Ps. I may or may not have obsessively hand-painted parts of our wedding decor too hehe
Megan C says
Hi! I am looking to get married next year at the Greystone Inn so I loved this post! Would you be able to share where you got your dress? It’s incredible! Congrats!!
Taralynn says
Thanks, Megan!
My dress is from Winnie Couture!