a wedding at the barn at valhalla
Last weekend we went to a beautiful wedding in Chapel Hill, NC at the Barn at Valhalla. The ceremony was outside, facing a lake, and afterward we moved over to the barn for dinner and dancing.
Even though there was a threat of rain all day, the sky cleared up for our friends and as you can see from the photos, the light was gorgeous! I loved the wildflower-like arrangements, the strings of lights, casual atmosphere, and beyond-happy couple.
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The groomsmen wore grey suits and sambas, and the bridesmaids wore plum dresses. The bride wore a beautiful, strapless lace sheath. I loved the vine archway they were married under!
The groom started brewing beer for the occasion six months prior, and I can say with all honesty that it was the best beer I’ve ever had! Not to mention a sweet personal touch to the reception.
Can’t go wrong with strings of lights!
It was the kind of wedding that reminds you that sometimes simple is best. Beautiful location, a few personal touches, casual flowers… perfect!
Congratulations, A+F!
[photos mostly by brendan, and a few by me]
Responses to “a wedding at the barn at valhalla”
Sara
August 21, 2009 at 10:08 amI was married there in Sept. Thanks for happy memories this morning.
Julia
August 21, 2009 at 10:20 am*sighs* how loverly :)
Shanon
August 21, 2009 at 10:56 amHow fun!
Amanda Nicole
August 21, 2009 at 11:05 amI love the simplicity. It’s good to be reminded that all you need to have a successful wedding – or even just a party – is good company and a few lovely, personal touches. Love the idea of a barn reception, too :)
Jujube
August 21, 2009 at 1:30 pmLove the flowers. Summery-sweet :P
vintage simple
August 21, 2009 at 3:21 pmThese are lovely… And the groom? Wearing sneakers? Pretty sweet.
-maria
The Consummate Hostess
August 23, 2009 at 5:40 pmWhat a beautiful wedding!
Gigi Ann
October 31, 2009 at 5:59 pmMy daughter is getting married there next summer! Any suggestions for a DJ, wedding photographer, wedding planner, also on a budget. PS Love love your lovely wedding, that’s what my daughter and future son in law want.