Last summer was filled with a rush of the most breathtaking weddings we have ever seen. Nashville weddings simply do not disappoint. Libby and Ben’s Scarritt Bennett nuptials gives us a glimpse of the amazing wedding season we had as they showcased classic details and unforgettable design that left us speechless.
If you are from Nashville, then you are probably familiar with the reputation of Scarritt Bennett as one of Nashville’s most historic and timeless venues. Libby and Ben’s style laced seamlessly together with the design of the gorgeous Wightman Chapel at Scarritt Bennett. So much so, that custom artwork of the famous chapel was printed for the envelope liner in their invitation suites!
Libby was a bride that was not only excited by calligraphy, but also had a deep appreciation for classic letterpress. (I could cry tears of joy, honestly because- same.) She gave us the green light to design her and Ben’s invitation suites in FULL spot calligraphy and letterpress! In the world of calligraphy, THIS is about as stunning as it gets, folks. Enjoy!
Our couple chose to use envelope calligraphy in white which paired beautifully against the dusty blue envelopes.
Libby and Ben’s reception venue was at the fabulous Belle Meade Country Club. This location definitely fit with the chic and classic energy of the day. The details flowed together flawlessly throughout the entire event. Absolutely nothing was underdone. We are especially proud to show off the final look of our couple’s seating chart! This is one of our favorite charts to date. The seating chart boasted dozens of brilliant little escort cards complete with custom spot calligraphy and tassels to top it all off. Unique but chic is the name of the game here. And I’m so in love with it.
White Ink continued our touch on this special day through details like Libby and Ben’s custom bar signage and some of the most adorable cocktail napkins with prints of the couple’s fur babies, Max and Zuzu. Cocktail hour is the perfect time to include special things like beloved pets! This is quickly becoming a popular theme.
I say it all the time, but White Ink Calligraphy really does have the best couples and clients ever. It was such an honor to work with Libby and Ben throughout the planning process all the way to the big day. I was moved by their appreciation for sophisticated detail and we were happy to make it all happen for these two. We appreciate you! Cheers!
There is no shortage of awe-inspiring, crowd-pleasing, showstopping wedding venues in Nashville. But sometimes, home is exactly where you want to be and simply nothing else will do. Because, as we all know, there’s no place like home. Last fall, Caroline and Landon invited their guests to the family farm where they created an incredibly memorable wedding day and White Ink had the pleasure of elevating this beautiful day with some uniquely exciting details.
White Ink made an elegantly simple envelope using spot calligraphy in gold which the couple paired with their invites. I love this look because it is crisp and clean and the perfect example of “less is more”. Timeless and always appropriate.
The vast family farm offered the most breathtaking views and open spaces. Caroline and Landon thoughtfully provided a directional sign for their guests so that they could easily get around the farm. White Ink put together this rustic, chic sign. I especially love the look of the acrylic with the wooden case. The custom white calligraphy was the cherry on top!
We took the same style as the directional sign to create both the wedding welcome sign and the seating chart. It effortlessly tied these important details together. The only major difference was the POP of florals beautifully peeking through the acrylic welcome sign and seating chart. Mixing florals and calligraphy will forever be my favorite!
“Our Favorite People,” is the cutest way to title a seating chart. It’s an instant smile-maker!
We loved getting to add the sweet bride and groom place cards for the head table. Yes, this is a detail that is subtle, but it holds a lot of meaning- this is Caroline and Landon’s first meal as husband and wife! Our couples are always glad they chose not to overlook the small, customizable details. They’re more important than you might think!
One of my favorite things White Ink did for Caroline and Landon’s reception was create a cocktail napkin where we incorporated the profile of Caroline’s beloved horse! Where are my horse lovers at? Is this not the most adorable way to include your favorite animal in the festivities? These cocktail napkins definitely fit into the scene of the evening.
Home weddings are on the rise. And White Ink is here for it! We are honored each time we are invited into someone’s space, to a place they call their own- a place called home. In some way, the memories are a little bit sweeter. Maybe it’s because home is where the heart is. Congratulations Caroline and Landon!
As a calligrapher, I get the unique opportunity to work with people who are putting their best foot forward. My clients are truly dedicated to being intentional with the details of their events. Seeing that side of them is a huge motivating factor while putting in my best work for each client whether they are throwing a holiday event, a business party, or a dream wedding. Working for Elyse and Josh as they were putting together the final touches for their wedding day was a rewarding and heartfelt experience; one that my team and I were honored to be a part of.
The White Ink team quickly understood that, to Elyse and Josh, family is everything. We think you will enjoy checking out some of the projects we put together to make sure this Tennessee wedding sublimely celebrated the importance of being gathered together.
I was really excited about customizing the chalkboard signage for cocktail hour. It fit effortlessly into the southern style of the gorgeous Cranford Hollow barn venue. We also made chalkboard signage to inform the guests of the childcare that was available to parents of little ones! This kind of thoughtfulness is what can separate your event from others. Those parents will always appreciate that this was done for the kiddos.
For cocktail hour, Elyse and Josh wanted to display these super cute custom cocktail napkins. I especially love how the gold font jumps off the white napkin. These napkins are a great example of how our clients use small details to leave lasting impressions. I am here for it!
Our couple’s family-centered reception was beautifully elevated by the specially designed menus we made for them. White Ink’s stationary team designed these menus on hand torn paper and coupled it with a classic custom gold seal. Ok, so I kind of still can’t get over how Elyse and Josh included a complete cocktail pairing with each menu item!
As for the table numbers that White Ink provided for this absolute picture-perfect tablescape, texture was the name of the game. I love it when a table comes together like this. Linen, florals, textured glass, wood, gold, leather- I mean, it’s a chef’s kiss! It was so fun to include these adorable, wooden block table numbers. They were the perfect unique touch to a classically rustic tablescape.
Elyse and Josh are the kind of couple that reminds us that the work we do isn’t just for the client; it’s for family, it’s for friends. Weddings like this are where we show those closest to us that we care about their experience. Because this is where we gather. Cheers!
