Modern, fun, and refreshingly effortless—that’s how Juliana and Graham imagined their day from the very beginning.  They wanted their Charlotte wedding to be filled with bold color, laughter, and a sense of ease that reflected their relationship. Pink and green became the perfect foundation: her favorite hue meets his, a combination that instantly felt joyful and unique. The couple leaned into playful elegance. Mixing refined details with lighthearted touches like dachshund-themed name cards and custom cocktails that had everyone smiling.

Their love story began back in college at Furman University. “We first met at a party in his apartment,” Juliana recalled. “We chatted most of the night but never exchanged names. A few months later, we met again when we were both acting as wingman and wingwoman for friends.” Years of long-distance followed, strengthening their bond through study abroad, grad school, and life in different cities. By the time they finally tied the knot, they knew their connection could weather anything.

What We Love About This Charlotte Wedding

• A vibrant pink-and-green palette that felt modern yet timeless
• Two custom bridal looks, including a gown sourced from Ireland at 75% off
• A dachshund-inspired nod to their pup through name cards and cocktail napkins
• Four creative dinner stations, most of which were gluten-free for the celiac groom
• Heartfelt ceremony music featuring Frank Ocean and Calvin Harris on strings

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Finding the Right Team to Bring Their Vision to Life

Planning a Charlotte wedding that felt “modern and fun” started with finding the right people. “I didn’t have a Pinterest board,” Juliana admitted. “I relied heavily on a planner to create the vision.” After chatting with several planners, she instantly clicked with Deanna from The Gathering Co. “She was bubbly, fun, and genuinely excited to work with us.”

Having a planner, she says, was the best decision she made. “Deanna handled communication, design, logistics—everything. She was 100% worth the investment.” Their planner also helped the couple find vendors they could trust. “We gave them full creative freedom. I told Deanna what I liked, and she found options that matched. I wanted vendors who were fun, easy to talk to, and who felt right.”

Making Meaningful Choices for Their Ceremony

Their indoor Charlotte wedding ceremony struck the perfect balance of sentimental and stylish. The music set the tone—Frank Ocean’s “Ivy” for Graham’s entrance and Calvin Harris’ “Feel So Close” for Juliana’s. “Who knew those songs would sound amazing on strings?” 

To honor their late grandparents, they read their names aloud and held a moment of silence before the vows. “It meant a lot to include them,” she said.

And then came the kiss. “I hate PDA,” Juliana confessed. “My friends even placed bets on how long it would last. But I actually grabbed his face, which was a total surprise!”

Doing a first look earlier in the day helped calm nerves. “It took so much stress off. We also spent the last hour before the ceremony together. It was nice to just be alone before the whirlwind.”

Balancing Style and Personality Through Fashion

Fashion became one of Juliana’s favorite parts of wedding planning. “I wanted my wedding gown to feel modern and chic,” she said. Alexia’s Bridal even reached out to her chosen designer and shipped in dresses from their new collection for her to try. “It felt like a mini sample sale just for me!”

Her second gown came from Still White, a resale site where she found the same dress she’d tried locally, but for 75% off. “It didn’t feel super bridal at first, but I fell in love once I saw it styled my way.”

She paired her looks with statement shoes. A pair of light pink Prada heels for the ceremony and chartreuse Larroude heels for the reception. “Whenever I dress up, I love fun shoes, so I needed to do the same for my wedding!”

Her bridesmaids wore black dresses of their choice with any pink heels they’d actually wear again. “I just wanted them to feel like themselves,” she explained. Meanwhile, Graham surprised her with a custom houndstooth-lined suit—a nod to his car’s seats—and pocket squares gifted by the designer.

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Turning Their Vision Into a Party to Remember

If their ceremony was heartfelt, the reception was pure fun. The couple designed their menu around their go-to delivery orders. “My husband calls it a snapshot of our Postmates history,” Juliana joked. Guests enjoyed four food stations—crab cakes, Indian, tacos, and sliders—all gluten-free except one.

The dance floor came alive thanks to DJ Vinny, who the couple chose purely based on energy. “He had so much energy on our Zoom call. After we hung up, my husband said, ‘It’s DJ Vinny or no other DJ.’”

Music was one of the most personal parts of their day. The string quartet performed “Hold On, We’re Going Home” by Drake, “Alejandro” by Lady Gaga, and “Latch” by Disclosure. All songs tied to their relationship. When the sound system briefly disconnected, guests filled the silence by singing along together. “It was so unexpected but so fun!”

And in true 2020s wedding fashion, a few surprises made for good stories. Like an uninvited guest who was graciously seated by coordinators and a limo rescue after their getaway car got into a fender bender.

Final Thoughts From the Couple

“As a bride, it’s easy to believe you need everything you see on Instagram,” Juliana said. “But if something suddenly feels like a ‘must-have,’ ask yourself: do I really need it, and is it worth the energy?”

Her advice to other couples: “Don’t get worked up on the little things. It is what it is, and your guests will have a good time no matter what.”