Forest Green Wedding at The Corley Mill House & Gardens | Lexington, SC

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A bride and groom share a moment under the pergola at the Corley Mill House in Lexington, SC.

Forest Green Wedding at The Corley Mill House & Gardens | Lexington, SC

Tyler and Catherine Garland celebrated their beautiful wedding at the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington, South Carolina, surrounded by family and friends. The day was filled with personal touches and meaningful moments, starting with Catherine’s thoughtful tribute to her late father. She carried his memory with her by wrapping his tie around her bouquet, a quiet but powerful reminder of his presence.

Before the ceremony, Tyler and Catherine exchanged letters. Tyler surprised Catherine with not only a heartfelt letter for her but also one addressed to her dad. It was a touching moment to photograph as she read both letters, capturing the love and thoughtfulness that filled their day.

They chose not to have a first look. Tyler’s groomsmen helped him stay away from any windows, keeping the surprise intact until the ceremony. When Catherine walked down the aisle in her sparkly white gown, the couple shared their first look surrounded by their loved ones. They exchanged emotional vows, promising a lifetime of love and commitment.

The reception was a lively celebration, with Catherine’s love for Pitbull shining through in the playlist. Guests danced the night away to fun, upbeat music, with highlights like the worm, limbo, and even the famous lift from Dirty Dancing!

As the night came to a close, Tyler and Catherine made their exit in a shower of bubbles. Catherine waved from the sunroof of their truck as they drove off, marking the perfect end to a day full of joy, love, and unforgettable memories.

Wedding day details arranged in a flat lay. Includes invitations, rings, the bride's bouquet, jewelry, and perfume.
A-line wedding dress hangs on a trellis at the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington, SC.
A tie wrapped around the stems of a bride's bouquet.
Groom reads a letter written from his bride before their ceremony.
Bridesmaids hug each other in their getting ready pajamas at the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington, SC.
A bride reads a letter addressed to her late Dad from her groom on her wedding day.
Detail photograph of a Mother of the Bride helping her daughter button her wedding dress.
Bride reads a letter from her groom before her wedding ceremony.
A detail photograph of a bride putting on her wedding day shoes. The focus is on a tattoo on her ankle.
A groom's dad helps him put on his jacket before his wedding day.
A bride stands under a trellis holding her bouquet and twirling her dress at the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington, South Carolina.
Groom walks down a sidewalk at the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington, SC.
A bride walks down a sidewalk holding her bouquet and dress at the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington, South Carolina.
A bride and her bridesmaids hang out in the bridal suite before they get ready at the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington, South Carolina.
Bridesmaids fluff the brides dress on the front lawn of the Corley Mill House & Gardens.
Bride and her Mom pose for a portrait at the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington, SC.
Bride and her bridesmaids pose for a portrait at the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington, South Carolina.
Bridesmaids peek at the groomsmen through a window at the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington, SC.
A bride's Mom walks her down the aisle during her wedding ceremony at the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington, South Carolina.
A groom tears up as his bride walks down the aisle during his wedding ceremony at the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington, SC.
Bride and groom share their first kiss during their wedding ceremony under the gazebo at the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington, SC.
A bride and groom run through a tunnel made by members of their wedding party at the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington, South Carolina.
A traditional bride and groom portrait on the front lawn of the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington, South Carolina.
A bride and groom walk away from the camera on the front lawn of the Corley Mill House in Lexington, South Carolina.
Detail photograph of the groom hugging the bride from behind. Focus is on all three of their wedding rings.
A bride and groom share a moment under the pergola at the Corley Mill House in Lexington, SC.
Bride & groom enter their reception at the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington, South Carolina.
Bride and groom share their first dance as husband and wife at the Corley Mill House and Gardens in Lexington, South Carolina.
A bridesmaid cheers after catching the bouquet at the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington, South Carolina.
A bride line dances with her guests at the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington.
Mother of the bride dances alongside other guests at the Corley Mill House & Gardens.
Bride dances at her wedding reception at the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington South Carolina.
Bride and groom dance to upbeat music at their wedding reception at the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington, South Carolina.
Groom twirls the bride on the dance floor during their last dance at the wedding reception at the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington, SC.
A groom dips his bride during their bubble exit at the Corley Mill House & Gardens in Lexington, SC.
Bride and groom share a kiss as the bride gets into the car during their wedding reception exit.
Bride waves to her guests out of her trucks sunroof as they drive away from their wedding reception at the Corley Mill House and Gardens in Lexington, South Carolina.

Vendor Team
Photographer: Samantha & Brady Creative
Venue: The Corley Mill House & Gardens
DJ: Lake Murray DJ
Florist: American Floral
Hair & Makeup: Jennifer Nolan Beauty
Cake: Darcy’s Delights
Dress: New York Bride & Groom of Columbia

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