Destination Charleston: PLAY
And you thought we’d say: DRINK….after our “DINE” post from Monday- don’t you know we’re a wee bit more creative than that? Ok, confession: we have to weave a little celebration-via-toddies into today’s thoughts- because drinking and playing go hand-in-hand in Charleston for quite a few of our brides, grooms, and their families and friends.
First question from folks “from off”, (aka “not from ’round these here parts”), is usually about the best rooftop bars. Charleston is positively chock-full of beautiful vistas- especially at sunset, but mostly on any given sunny day of the week … of which there are many here. We are sub-tropic after all! Best watering holes with a view:
Flipflops not allowed- which is so UN-Charleston, but you’ll understand why when you step inside this lovely boutique hotel with its dark oil paintings and top notch restaurant, Grill 225. Head on up to the Rooftop for a no-reservations scene with glass half-walls up during chillier months and ocean breezes during warmer months.
Suggested drink: the bubbly, natch.
Cliff’s Notes: dress code is non-existent, day-drinking is encouraged, and there’s always a perfect breeze and plenty of people-watching.
Bonus: You can tell people you’re at the Library and they’ll think you’re super-dedicated to finishing up that MBA.
Suggested drink: imported on draft, or maybe a mint julep!
Not for Louboutin-wearing ladies- this is for the salty dog and his lowcountry lass. Rustic is putting it lightly, but you can’t beat the views of Shem Creek- Mount Pleasant’s idyllic old shrimping village. Locals boat in and out and fresh oysters are served up in tin buckets.
Suggested drink: ice-cold PBR, in a (gasp!) can.
Another fun consideration is where to be photographed for your hair and makeup trial run, and/or bridal portrait, engagement session, and more. A lot of our clients are closet amateur photogs and venture to Charleston on down weekends just to soak up the sights. Here are a few suggestions:
Deets:
Height: 65 Feet
Length: 89 feet
Circumference: 25.5 Feet
Area of Shade: 17,000 sq. Feet
Largest Limb Circumference: 11.25 Feet
The Angel Oak is a Live Oak (Quercus virginiana) that is a native species found throughout the Lowcountry. Believed to be in excess of 1500 years old, its massive, draping limbs and wide-spreading canopy present the aura of an angel but the naming of this tree was acquired from the tree’s previous owners, Martha and Justin Angel. It’s no wonder folks flock to view this special tree on Johns Island, about 20 minutes from downtown Charleston proper.
This pre-Revolutionary gem along the banks of the Ashley River is one of the most stunningly well-preserved (vs. restored) pieces of architecture in the country. Although probably not an easy task, one could get to the right people and perhaps wrangle a half hour to be photographed inside its hallowed halls. Can you just imagine?
Not your usual coral sand beach…our local beaches have a metallic tint and a raw, natural beauty especially lovely as a contrast in black and white photography. Since actual beach weddings are a veritable hassle and the “elements” can be a problem, we suggest nabbing some beach shots in another ensemble in lieu of your gown.
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