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Wedding Venues: Happy Valley Farms

Victoria & Tyler White A first meeting at a concert in New York City in 2022 marked the start of Victoria and Tyler White’s love story. While both hail from the Northeast, a year into their relationship, Tyler accepted a job in Chattanooga, and the couple moved south. They married on October 11, 2025, at […]

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Wedding Specialist: Tailwind Coffee

Luxe Mobile Coffee Bar & Barista Services Photos by Hannah Edney and Caitlin DeLoach Love often begins over a cup of coffee. And nobody knows this better than Hannah and Ian Kearns. Combining his 15+ years of experience as a barista, her 10 years of experience in business operations, and their combined love of great […]

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Wedding Specialist: Oak & Willow Event Company

Wedding Planning & Coordination Photo by Ansley Suddeth Photography, Madison Frazier Photography, and Kristina Armstrong As a “hopeless romantic who loves love,” wedding planning  and coordination is Valerie Baker’s perfect match. Her meet-cute with wedding planning happened while working at a local wedding venue in 2021, but her lifelong passion for helping loved ones to plan […]

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Wedding Specialist: Sittin Pretty Rentals

Statement Seating & Décor Rental Services Photo by Nelya Susan Johnson founded Sittin Pretty Rentals as a fun way to spend time with family in 2020. Little did she know that two years later she would be pursuing her LLC for a full-fledged seating and décor rental business that celebrates love in a comfy, luxurious […]

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Wedding Specialist: Walnut + Magnolia Events

Event Rentals, Planning, and Design Services Photos Courtesy of Walnut + Magnolia Events and Elle Tee Photography It’s been said, “love is in the details.” Candice Richart learned this early on when she planned her best friend’s 18th birthday party in high school – sparking her passion for helping others celebrate life’s milestones in a […]

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Wedding Specialist: Petals & Bark®

Professional Florist & Floral Rental Services Photo by Mandy Hart Photography, Trev & Tay Photo, and Neyla Photos These aren’t your grandma’s fake flowers. They’re bold, unexpected, and anything but average.” When Sarah Marcinek embarked on her adventure as a professional florist by founding Petals & Bark® six years ago, she had two missions in […]

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2026 Wedding Gift Guide

Take the stress out of gift-giving with these unique options from local shops. Perfect for the occasion, they boast practicality, affordability, and that special touch that makes a gift an extraordinary treasure for years to come. Whether intended for the bride and groom or the bridal party, the following gifts will strike just the right […]

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Wedding Venues: Dalton Convention Center

Shivani & Brijesh Patel After getting engaged, Brijesh and Shivani Patel needed a flexible venue to host the ceremonies and celebrations of their traditional Hindu wedding, with plenty of room for their loved ones. Thankfully, they found one that was a perfect fit. Photos by Raj Foto

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Wedding Venues: Skyline Loft

Logan & Clarice Melton Logan and Clarice Melton married on June 9, 2025 at Skyline Loft at Ruby Falls, a scenic venue situated on Lookout Mountain in historic Ruby Falls Castle. Photos by Savannah Patrick Photography

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Wedding Venues: Chattanooga Whiskey Event Hall

Alexandra & Hunter Pons A serendipitous meeting at an engagement party would lead Alexandra (Ally) and Hunter Pons to an engagement of their very own. On April, 12, 2025, the couple married at Chattanooga Whiskey Event Hall, a versatile venue with distinct charm. Photos by Simply Emily Lifestyle

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