Martha Drake and Kristian brought glamour, elegance, and unexpectedly relaxed vibes to the farmhouse at Old Edwards Inn in their gorgeous autumn wedding! The couple exchanged vows in a lovely garden ceremony then danced the night away under the warm glow of cafe lights and antique chandeliers. The bride put her event planning and watercolor skills to work by planning the entire celebration and creating all of the paper goods, which included save-the-date cards, invitations, custom stamps, a map of NC for the welcome gifts, and the wedding programs. And the DIY artistry didn’t stop there! The bride’s mom, who is a freelance florist, created the dreamiest forest-inspired tablescapes with white and burgundy flowers, gold candlesticks, and moss. Needless to say, we’re seriously impressed with all of the personal details in this wedding, which Cody & Allison Photography captured so beautifully! The Couple:
Martha Drake and Kristian
The Wedding:
Old Edwards Inn, Highlands, North Carolina

We knew we wanted a fun wedding focused on celebrating with family and friends, our beloved French bulldog puppy Remy to be part of the wedding party, great music, and a mix of tradition with our own personal touches. I knew I wanted a comfortable, timeless gown with an easy elegance. Oh, and great shoes. Obviously.

I am a freelance watercolor artist and paper goods designer, so the personalizing began with our save-the-date card. I painted a portrait of us in our...