A Willow Oaks Plantation wedding - Annie and Dean, part one

In a bit of a departure for us, we were not able to meet up with either Annie or Dean until the day of their California-chic-meets-rockabilly-DIY wedding. But we were greeted with the biggest smiles, like we were old friends! Annie and Dean enjoyed the whole day together, and were so sweet together. They live in L.A., but came back to Annie's home state for their NC wedding at Eden's Willow Oaks Plantation and, as Annie called her, "super planner" Leigh Pearce kept things running smoothly. Everything worked out great, including the ominous clouds deciding to keep clear of the big event. Enjoy these highlights from the getting ready and ceremony portions of the day, and stay tuned for part two tomorrow!

Annie was full of smiles...

Melissa Pringle of Swanky Salon flew out from California to do Annie's locks... make up by Carla White

Annie had an incredible Vera Wang gown from Saks 5th Avenue

Dean gets a note from his bride...

and a gift, just in case...

Annie had plenty of admirers...

time to get ready...

mother and daughter...

and grandma had to have a look as well...

the guys playing it cool...

parasols just in case...

and a pink treat from MaxieB's

and pink on some cute feet...

so Mad Men...

the skies were just perfect as everyone settled in...

here comes the bride...

Willow Oaks Plantation is like a fairy tale from days gone by...

married!

so happy! Flowers by Johnson's Florist....

woo hoo! Now get ready to party!