Romance
letter from the editor
Ahhhh,
From luxurious Southern weddings to Summer Social events, We’ve got it all!
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his special edition summer issue of Southern Seasons Weddings captures the beauty and lavish detail of all things Southern. Our main focus is on the bridal coutures who luxuriate their clientele in silks, satins and lace. No couturier in the world knows lace better than the incomparable Pat Kerr, who flew her collection and amazing entourage into Atlanta for a whirlwind photo session with the world-renowned photographer Denis Reggie. Denis also captured our “Wedding of the Season” in vivid detail. Our style editor Gail O’Neill couldn’t resist the temptation of heading to New York for Bridal Fashion Week this spring. She brought back some inspiring images of unparalleled options in bridal couture and the breathtaking fashions fill our pages. Gail also covers gown etiquette for ladies who are tying the knot for the second (or third, or more) time. Dr. Karin Smithson advises brides-to-be on staying stressfree through all of the hectic planning so they can truly enjoy the big day. Our own wonderful Monica Pearson provides words of wisdom for prospective couples and happily-everafter endings. Did somebody say “pre-nup”? Famed Atlanta attorney John Mayoue discusses the controversial pre-nuptial agreement and important items to consider prior to marriage. And Laura Seydel surprises us with earth- friendly nuptial options. Southern Seasons’ Home & Design feature always searches out the most beautiful homes in the South. In this issue we showcase a home in Myrtle Beach, S.C., where designer Kimberly Grigg of Knotting Hill Interiors transformed a magnificent waterfront estate into a southern interpretation of French Provincial design at its loveliest. Our travel feature focuses on a resort with an intriguing century-old history for hosting Hollywood stars and starlets for some of the steamiest rendezvous in history! Since its
EILEEN GORDON WELCOMES DEAR FRIEND, BRIDAL COUTuRIER PAT KERR.
1888 opening, luminaries past and present have checked in at Hotel Del Coronado on the Southern California coast. Dining selections in Atlanta are as diverse as they are vast. This issue features Canoe, a culinary treasure that has been delighting diners since 1995 with exceptional food, spectacular service and an incredible view overlooking the Chattahoochee River. Social events abound, so get out your calendars and select from an opulent list of fabulous fundraisers and summer soirees you may wish to attend.
Wishing you the best of everything,
Eileen Gordon Publisher & Editor 12
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