Anna and Grady mixed in the perfect personal touches to have a wedding day unique to them! Upper Shirley Vineyard outside of Richmond Virginia was stunning last Fall for their waterfront “I do’s” Upper Shirley Vineyard has the most classic southern charm with expansive reception space with white columns and wrap around porch, secluded in the Virginia countryside with views of the vineyard and water!

After their decade long relationship, their families were overjoyed to celebrate! Anna made sure to throw in a few surprises throughout the day. When Grady had to miss the opening day of hunting season, Anna surprised him with a duck themed cake as a tribute. Seeing these two and their close nit families was a true honor, with special dances, a spontaneous Karaoke battle, and ceremony performed by the Brides father. There were no shortage of tears, laughs, and shenanigans. Just how we like it!

Venue: Upper Shirley Vineyards | Coordinator: Kate Phillips Events | Florist: Cathy Lee Florals | H&MU: Kat Randazzo and Haley Rose Beauty | Gown: Annalise Bridal Dress | Photographer: Heather Dodge Photography |  Band: Heads Up Penny

I love exploring venues close to my home in Richmond, Check out a few additional local favorites:

Peak Fall Foliage at Upper Shirley , Early Spring at Westover and Maymont Gardens, A Dover Hall Summer Celebration