Every bride has a different vision for her big day. Some would love a beach wedding, others are interested in a barn, maybe they desire a riverfront view, and then there are those who have dreamed of elegance with that historic twist. This blog is for the brides who are dreaming of the later. One of my favorite historic venues is the Upper Room 1871 in Downtown Wilmington. The elegant, historic space is perfect for occasions ranging from meetings, banquets or parties to wedd

Dress Accordingly Skip the big dress. Let’s face it: A ballgown belongs in, well, a ballroom. “You may be able to get down the aisle in a full dress and long train,” notes Paulette Davis of Bahamas Wedding Planner, “but walking on the beach and taking photos won’t be easy. If a large dress is a must, make sure it can bustle easily.” Think light. “Dresses with lace trim can be difficult because they pick up debris from the beach,” says Kate Bentley of Happily Ever After Weddin