The Vow Atelier
Simone & Tomás at Private downtown courtyard
April · A private courtyard, Charleston, SC · 18 guests

An Intimate Vow in Cannonborough

Simone & Tomás · Private downtown courtyard

Simone and Tomás knew exactly what they didn’t want: a big wedding. What they wanted was harder — something small that still felt designed, photographed, and completely cared-for. An intimate vow with eighteen of the people they loved most.

We found a walled courtyard in Cannonborough, draped it in olive and blush, and set one long table for the dinner that followed. The ceremony was four minutes; the dinner was four hours. A guitarist, a five-course meal, and a single tier of cake under string lights.

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“We wanted small but not less. They made eighteen people and one courtyard feel like the whole world for a night.”
Simone, the bride

There were no logistics for them to hold and no crowd to perform for — just eighteen people, candlelight, and a courtyard that felt like a secret. They’ll tell you it was the best dinner party they’ve ever thrown. It happened to be their wedding.

The team behind the day

Photography
Hush & Heirloom
Design & Florals
The Vow Atelier
Dinner
Chez Nous (private dining)
Music
Classical guitar — A. Rivera
Cake
Sugar Bakeshop
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Let’s write a day you’ll never stop telling.

We take a handful of weddings each year. Tell us your date and your dream — we’ll reply within two business days and, if we’re the right fit, design the rest with you.