A South Carolina Wedding Inspired by Nature

Danielle Buckhiester was late for her first day of American Government class at Furman University. The only desk left available was in the back right corner—right in front of Jackson Holt. Several weeks later, they had their first "study date" where they didn't get any studying done at all; instead, they spent hours in conversation about their families, their favorites, and yes, even politics. The romance blossomed and a couple of years later Jackson went great lengths to make sure his proposal was everything Dani had ever dreamed of, despite her unknowingly sabotaging many of his early attempts. He recreated their first kiss, captured it on camera, and she said "yes."

Two years after that, on July 15, 2017, the couple (who live in Greenville, South Carolina) tied the knot at her family's home in Pickens, South Carolina. They were joined by 100 guests joined for the formal affair, which they planned in an organic and natural aesthetic. Since they love the outdoors and spend a great deal of time hiking and adventuring, they wanted to capture that essence. Colors were kept neutral with hints of metallic, and the detail-oriented duo did everything they could to make the event entirely their own.

When asked to sum up their big day in just one line, Jackson says, "A deep comfort intertwined with elation from being surrounded by all of those you love while sharing a much deeper love with your favorite person in the world." And you can't get much better than that!