Paola & Sean's Carolina Inn Wedding | Chapel Hill, NC Wedding Photographer

Paola & Sean’s Carolina Inn Wedding

Chapel Hill, NC Wedding Photography

Oh my goodness! Get ready for some real pretty to grace your computer/phone screen! I had the privilege of photographing Paola and Sean this past February for their beautiful Carolina Inn wedding.

Have any of you ever been to the Carolina Inn? The Carolina Inn is architecturally significant, blending elements of antebellum southern homes with Georgian and neoclassical features. The building's original front was modeled after George Washington's home at Mt. Vernon on the Potomac River. The North Carolina landmark is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Sounds dreamy, right? Well, it is. Brace yourself.

One of the main features of the Inn is its gorgeous black and white checkered floors. There’s a beautiful hallway with natural light flowing in from the windows—this is where Paola and Sean had their first look. It was beautiful to witness, and an even greater honor to photograph their interaction.

Their wedding ceremony took place in the Chancellors Ballroom. Paola’s dad graciously built their ceremony alter, which was this beautiful triangular piece that held the prettiest of flowers made by Kast Events. The room was accented by the nicest of pink colors, hints of blue, and faint whites. It was dreamy, and beautiful to see in person.

Paola and Sean’s wedding was extra special, as they hosted such a fun reception that included a fun happy hour similar to that of one you would see at Carnival. Their reception took place in the gorgeous Old Well Room (again, those beautiful black and white checkered floors!) and was boasting with so much good energy, dancing, beads and masks!

Paola and Sean, congratulations on your marriage! It was an honor to serve you and to document such a great day!

Special thanks to all of their vendors who made this day possible!

Venue & Catering // The Carolina Inn
Planning & Florals // Kast Events & Co.
Officiant // Rev. Barbara Lodge
Ceremony Music // Arioso Strings
Hair and Makeup // Makeup by Ashley Mooney
DJ // Bunn DJ Co.
Cake // Cupcake Shoppe Raleigh
Rentals // CE Rental