modern weddings

Bailey and Andrew’s Winter Beginning

April 1, 2020 by cs_admin Leave a Comment

In December of 2019, Bailey and Andrew said their vows at Chatham Station in a winter-themed ceremony that was as crisp and elegant as the season.

The Ceremony

On this warm December day, friends and relatives of the couple gathered to watch them celebrate a new beginning in a singularly modern-meets-traditional way. Guest entered through the courtyard and then one of our bay doors to sit facing an array of live Frasier firs and beautifully coordinated elements. Evergreen clippings and candlelight lined the aisle and Bailey’s bridesmaids wore deep evergreen gowns with fur stoles while the groomsmen wore steel grey suits with blush ties.

Bailey, who was visibly moved during the procession and ceremony, was the perfect winter bride, wearing a traditional ivory lace gown and veil. She carried a voluminous bouquet of large roses, diverse evergreens, berries and pine cones to complement the decor. The colors and textures of the wedding party were amazing.

The Reception

Bailey and Andrew’s reception choices of decor were clean, wintery and warm, as well. Sheer curtains were hung to create an ethereal vibe. Tables showcasing lacy blush chargers and napkins, centerpieces in varying heights, clusters of candles, birch limbs, gold, white, evergreen, ivory and shades of grey were present throughout. The color palette was consistent across elements, fabrics, florals and decor, and the result was stunning.

Thanks to the weather we enjoy in the South, even during the December holidays, the couple was able to have an outdoor cocktail hour. The sofas, pillows, chairs and other elements – like the welcome sign above – were on point.

The Couple

This really is a new beginning for the pair. Bailey and Andrew are recent college graduates, he in finance and she in athletics, and the pair were loyal in their vendor choices. They hired several based on long-standing relationships, something we admire in any couple.

Finally, we really loved their First Look moment, which took place in front of Christmas-decorated storefronts in downtown Cary. It was sweet, simple and elegant.

Congratulations to you Bailey and Andrew! Here’s to more warm days and lots of happiness in the years to come.

The newlyweds and Chatham Station are happy to share the day’s vendors with you!

Photographer: Morgan Caddell
Coordinator: Shawn Schindler Events
Florist: Specialties Events
Catering: Catering by Design
Rentals: CE Rental
Unique Rentals: Greenhouse Picker Sisters
DJ: DJ Ryan The DJ
Hair and Makeup: Wedded Kiss
Dessert: Once in a Blue Moon Bakery
Custom Signage: Meriweather Designs
Venue: Chatham Station

Haley & Matt’s Winter Wedding

March 18, 2020 by cs_admin Leave a Comment

Haley and Matt were married in November of 2019, and these two are super-fun, energetic and adventure-loving. We liked them immediately when they toured our place on a cold, rainy winter evening and they in turn knew immediately that Chatham Station was where they wanted to wed. The architectural and industrial aspects and the vibe suited them, so right off the bat, we all said “we do!”

The mood of their entire event was as cool, edgy and down-to-earth as they are.

They took time to grab lots and lots of photos with their attendants and photographer in downtown Cary.

Pre-Ceremony Fun

Prior to the ceremony, Haley, her bridesmaids and family enjoyed plenty of laughter and fun in our dressing suites and we loved hosting them. The photographer was also able to get lovely bridal shots of Haley in our space.

A lace, vintage-inspired gown with jewels, flowers on a gorgeous bride.

The couple shared a First Look and Matt was so clearly moved seeing his bride-to-be. They even included their attendants in the moment, which made it feel even more fun and special.

The Ceremony

The ceremony itself was also very moving with nods to the traditional. The guests faced our wall with the industrial fan flanked by two cylinder shaped asymmetrical pillars built by Haley’s dad and masterfully decorated by Lilac Floral Decor.

Haley has an excellent eye, so the elements that she chose for the day had lots of deep autumn colors, textures and striking details. Haley’s bridal party wore burnt orange velvet gowns and carried bouquets the included, among other things, dried flowers and pampas grass.

The Details & Reception

The decor for guests ranged from farmhouse tables with low arrangements to round tables adorned with deeply colored linens in burgundy and gold with flower arrangements containing a diverse selection of grasses, flowers, and other dried elements.

Design was a big part of this day and this couple combined not only colors and textures, but modern and traditional elements and themes. Everywhere you looked you saw fall colors mixed with rustic elements and modern flair.

Haley and Matt danced all night with their guests. They barely left the dance floor thanks to DJ Ones and a constant selection of fabulous music.

The Send-Off

These two are a party on the move and left their day in style with glowsticks and dancing. Congrats to you both Haley and Matt! Come celebrate an anniversary with us!

The lovely couple and Chatham Station are happy to share the vendors with you!
Photographer: Christina Sturgis Photography
Coordinator: Premier Party Planners
Florist: Lilac Floral Decor
Catering: City BBQ
Rentals: CE Rental
DJ: DJ Ones
Hair/Makeup: Mena Garcia Beauty
Dessert: Krispy Kreme
Videographer: 414 Creatives
Venue: Chatham Station

Ashley & Zack’s Elegant & Modern Wedding

January 22, 2020 by cs_admin Leave a Comment

The Couple

If the image above tells you anything, it’s that this couple is not afraid to live big. They entered their reception with a fabulous dance number that impressed and delighted their guests. Transfer that energy to every detail of their day and you have Ashley and Zack!

These two live in dynamic Chicago, but their ties to Cary, NC brought them back for their October wedding last year. They brought elegance, vibrance and fun with them and were extremely hands-on and intentional with their day and all of the details that made it special.

The Ceremony

Couples with a vision create amazing wedding day memories and these two are not only deeply in love, but it was evident that those in attendance were extremely important to them too.

After Zack walked to the front of the aisle, he took time to greet their large wedding party who were filing in and made everyone feel warmly welcomed. When the sheer curtains were drawn to reveal Ashley, however, he and others were clearly moved. In that moment, this fun-loving couple was ready to say their vows with solemnity and grace.

Ashley was graceful in a sleek, modern, sleeveless form-fitting white gown that included a dramatic veil and train. She carried an all white bouquet, featuring primarily roses and anemones.

The Reception

As previously mentioned, Ashley and Zack made a grand entrance from the patio into the reception space and danced before their 170 guests. Their nearest and dearest loved it and clearly they had fun too!

After dances with their parents, the couple sat at a beautifully decorated exposed wood head table and listened to several emotional toasts from loved ones. The sense of togetherness and inclusion was infused throughout the evening.

The Details

Ashley and Zack were bold in their decor choices. From the tables adorned with two dimensional gold floral chargers, to the navy and gold accents in napkins and acrylic signs placed throughout the space, the couple branded their wedding with loads of personal flair.

Ashley and Zack selected elements that would enhance their guests’ experiences, even crafting some of the wedding day accessories themselves. The wooden arbor that the couple stood before to say their vows was lit and decorated with flowers, but the piece itself was hand-made by Zack’s father from locally sourced railroad ties just for the occasion. He also created the wooden mug board that greeted guests.

The reception spilled out onto the patio, where guests partied under the autumn stars, courtesy of a lovely clear tent lit from within. And finally, the couple was sent off with sparklers and cheers. It was an amazing night and we were so happy to be a part of it.

The Newlyweds and Chatham Station are happy to share the vendors with you!

Vendors:
Venue: Chatham Station
Photographer: Anchor and Veil
Coordinator: Sweet Sarabelle
Florist: Lilac Floral Decor
Catering: Rocky Top Catering
Rentals: CE Rental
Officiant: Personal Weddings of NC
DJ: Making Memories
Tent Rental: Capital Events
Videographer: Dean Garris
Hair and Makeup: Wink Hair and Makeup

Missy & Ricky’s Spring Wedding

January 8, 2020 by cs_admin Leave a Comment

The Couple

Missy and Ricky were childhood sweethearts who promised to be together forever and, well, after thirteen years, here they are – getting married. Chatham Station had the honor of being the venue for their elegant and intimate wedding in May of last year.

The Ceremony

These two made wonderful use of our space during the day. Guests arrived through the courtyard to be seated, and Missy was escorted in through one of the enormous bay doors and down the aisle leading her to the groom. The couple chose to be married against the brick wall, where they were bathed in natural light during their vows.

Before guests arrived, Missy and Ricky were able to slip away for a few moments with their photographer to capture beautiful garden images at nearby historic Page-Walker Hotel.

Unique Details

Details that made this ceremony special included a collection of images from the couple’s travels displayed for all to view, an artful acrylic welcome sign as guests arrived through the well-appointed courtyard entryway, and a particularly striking navy settee that the couple used at their table during toasts. There was also their color palette, greenery and decor – all thoughtfully selected for a spring ceremony. Navy, dusty blue, white, and cream were mixed with pale pinks and others florals from Sweet SaraBelle, including classic flowers and anemones. The outdoor decor was from Greenhouse Picker Sisters and guest tables were dressed with classic linens, decorative plates and an assortment of centerpieces, such as lanterns enveloped by wreaths of flowers and greenery.

A striking gold metal ceremony arbor doubled as backdrop for dessert table.

Enjoying a glass of champagne alone on the patio…

The Send Off

These two were celebrated until the last moment, and their goodbye was complete with a dip, pop streamers, and glorious cheers.
All the best to you both, Missy and Ricky. Here’s to your forever plan, in good health!

The newlyweds and Chatham Station are happy to share the vendor list.

Ceremony and Reception Venue: Chatham Station
Photographer: Megan Kerns Photography
Florist & Wedding Style/Design: Sweet SaraBelle Weddings
Decor: Greenhouse Picker Sisters
Videographer: Pointe200 Videography
DJ: All Around Raleigh DJ
Caterer: Catering by Design
Invitations: Shutterfly
Makeup Artist & Hair Stylist: Mena Garcia
Calligraphy: Letter Me Lovely
Cake: The Cupcake Shoppe
Wedding Gown: New York Bride and Groom
Bridal Details: Sam Edleman and Keds
Groom’s Suit: Jos A Bank

Walt & Marie’s Early Winter Wedding

December 25, 2019 by cs_admin Leave a Comment

The Backstory

For Southern groom Walt and upstate New York bride Marie, this occasion was truly a blending of everything. As a second wedding for both, they combined families and their lives to create an intimate and casual wedding in November of this year. The couple contacted us early in 2018, and as everything unfolded, we realized that Marie and Walt were as thoughtful as they were easy-going in their planning and simply elegant details.

Second weddings can be tricky, but Marie and Walt worked with Amy from Plume Events on all the elements for their elegant wedding and cocktail reception, and the details were superb. Everything felt intimate and about them and their new blended family.

A First Look Twist

Marie and Walt chose not to do the pre-ceremony first look, opting instead for Marie to share that moment with her father. It was absolutely touching. We also loved seeing Walt dancing with his mother during the reception. Three generations coming together to celebrate a new beginning filled our space with warmth.

The Ceremony

The couple said their vows in front of a towering gothic-inspired wooden backdrop by Greenhouse Picker Sisters. Serendipity Designs added tasteful elements to it to anchor the space.

The children were their attendants for the ceremony.

The Reception & Special Elements

Seating options for the reception were varied and plenty. After the ceremony, a sheer curtain was removed to allow guests to transition outside around exposed wood hightop tables provided by Greenhouse Picker Sisters, where they could enjoy a North Carolina themed bar provided by Chatham Station. Other guests remained indoors to partake of the sublime charcuterie platters that were laid for guests. The ability to move between spaces assisted in creating a relaxed atmosphere.

Settee provided by Greenhouse Picker Sisters

Inside or out, the 130 guests were comfortably served and able to gather and wander with ease, and the indoor spaces were separated with a plush linen lounge with whitewashed wood.

Long tables with white tablecloths and high tops allowed for a variety of mingling options.

Serendipity Designs also provided arrangements for the tables and even the cake.

And Two Became One …

Watching this family and this day come together was truly special. The couple’s combined children were gleeful and easy around each other, and the family seemed to have already formed. They took the opportunity to wander Cary as a family, grabbing photos and special memories.

We wish them all the best in this next big chapter!

Chatham Station and the newlyweds are happy to share the vendor list.

Planners: @plumeevents
Photographer: @christensmithphotography
Caterer: @backyardbistro
Bridal Gown & Bridesmaids: @davidsbridal
Suit: @belk
Cake: @publix
Rentals: @greenhousepickersisters & @ce_rental_raleigh
DJ: @ninetynineentertainment
Officiant: @crosspointecary
Venue: @chathamstation

Amanda & Landon’s “I Dos”

December 10, 2019 by cs_admin Leave a Comment

We’re kicking off our blog by featuring one of the first weddings we hosted at Chatham Station – that of Amanda & Landon, who said their vows in an autumn outdoor ceremony.

Special Elements

This couple focused on the key details for their day, which included a mix of elegant and modern with winks to the more timeless traditions of matrimony. Chatham provided the space and vibe, let the vendors in to do their thing, and let their ceremony unfold.

Because their wedding contained both the cool freshness of the outdoors and the warmth of a sunset backdrop, Amanda and Landon made choices that didn’t compete with the space or season. All of the details and elements felt subtle and complementary, in particular their use of candles, floral arrangements, a softened color palette and decor that provided interest but wasn’t overwhelming.

This couple eschewed the bright white wedding gown and black tuxes for a more contemporary and muted wedding party look. Amanda wore a blush colored gown with a full skirt and her bridesmaids wore dusty blue. The gentlemen wore slim cut blue suits.

They also chose floral arrangements accented with roses and eucalyptus, as well as structural pieces for the tables. Glass orbs, hanging from golden hoops with greenery and pale roses were a modern departure from traditional bouquets and centerpieces. A geometrical copper backdrop that drew everyone’s focus to the bride and groom during the ceremony was used later behind the sweetheart table.

An Outdoor Wedding

Their ceremony took place in our enclosed 1800 square foot patio against the setting sun. Between the sunlight that comes through our bay doors and the well-placed candles, everything felt soft and thoughtfully selected.

Fresh flowers, elegant plates and exposed brick.

***Lilac Floral Decor*** created these hoops with floating orbs.

Pre-Ceremony Gatherings

Amanda, Landon and their attendants took advantage of all that our warm, but industrial space at Chatham has to offer, including the pre-ceremony quality time in our dressing suites. They rented our place for the day, which allowed them to enjoy chatting, toasting, laughing and grabbing photos behind the scenes.

First Look vs. First Touch

More and more, couples are opting for a first look before the bride walks down the aisle, but Amanda and Landon thought a first touch was more their style. It paid off. Before saying their I Dos, this little moment allowed them to breathe the same air on their own, but still have the big moment of seeing each other during the processional.

From her reaction, they clearly made the right choice.

The aisle was lined with lanterns that gave off a glowing light as Amanda and her father made their way to the groom. In keeping with the other elements, the bride’s bouquet was an elegant bundle of pastel roses and eucalyptus, hand-tied with a flowing blush ribbon.

The Big Finish

One of the top moments of the evening was the sparkler send off. Not only do these provide opportunities for great images, they can cap off the evening in style.

All the best to you, husband and wife! We loved hosting your ceremony at our place.

Chatham Station and the newlyweds are happy to share the vendor list.

Venue: Chatham Station
Planners: DL Events
Photographer: J Hagan Photography
Caterer: Catering by Design
Hair and Makeup: Fancy Knot
Dress: Maggie Sotterro Designs
Tuxedos: Generation Tux
Flowers: Lilac Floral Decor
Music: DJ Eddie Leonard
Desserts: Sweet Traditions