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Yes, I am on vacation and supposed to be banned from the internet this week, but I had to share some breaking news...
We had no idea this was going to happen, but apparently some of the retailers (we are not sure how many) got so excited about our print edition when they saw it, that they went ahead and put it out! I don't have any details yet, but I will let you know AS SOON as I do. So, if you are lucky enough to happen on a copy, post locations for us here so we can grab them too!
Our official launch date is still January 6th, so stay tuned for all the details. WOOT!
Without further ado.... the new Southern Weddings! Cover image by the amazing Jose Villa.
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Southern Weddings
Want to see inside the magazine? We'll post links here as we get them:
From Cristen at {W Scott Chester Photography} "... the sw gals have really topped the upper echelons of wedding fabulousness! ... be sure to run (not walk) to your nearest book store on january 6th to pick up your copy of the magazine."
From Jonathan at {Jonathan Canlas Photography} "Thanks to Southern Weddings for having one of the classiest publications around!"
From {Stephanie Williams Photography} "Be sure to check it out on newsstands in January, since it is sure to have tons of inspiring weddings and gorgeous details! Also, anyone looking for wedding ideas and inspiration, definitely head on over to Southern Weddings!"
From {Leo Patrone} "I love the layout of this magazine. Make sure to pick up this issue!"
From {Martha Manning} "Check out their fabulous cover. (I am loving the “Film is Alive” article, by the way!)..."
From {Casey Cunningham Photography} "Check your local retail stores for the new issue, premiering January 6th! Southern Weddings is being so highly reviewed that their publisher has already decided to distribute it nationally! GO GIRLS! HAPPY NEW YEAR!!"
From {Sarah K Chen} "The SW Blog features some of the most beautiful weddings ever and showcases so many inspirational ideas for soon to be brides that I know their premier issue is going to be beyond amazing! Be sure to check it out starting January 6th!"
From {Darling Dexter} "Have you heard? Southern Weddings Magazine is launching Jan 6th and I am so honored to be a part of it! ... Can't wait to see the magazine in person :) Be sure to grab a copy next week!"
From Liene at {Blue Orchid Designs} "I was fortunate enough to receive the test issue of the magazine this past June and have also had a few sneak peeks at the new premiere issue, and I can say without hesitation that you are in for a treat! Lara, Kirstin, Laura and Rachel, office manager Abby K Pants, and the rest of the Southern Weddings team have done an incredible job of putting together a magazine that is full of eye-candy and practical information for brides and grooms everywhere."
From Jamie at {It's a Jaime Thing} "Even though I’m from Chicago I’m going to try this out...”I dooooo declaaare” this is going to be one breathtakingly beautiful magazine that you’ll surely enjoy! Happy flipping!"
From {Fred Egan} "Southern Weddings is about to debut their premiere issue on newsstands this week. I'm honored Lara, Kirstin and crew chose to feature Chinedu & Evana's Atlanta wedding in their Real Weddings. One of the most extravagant weddings I photographed this year, pick up an issue to read their story and other beautiful southern weddings."
From {Altmix Photography} "We really encourage you all to go GRAB the issue off the closest shelf! the inspiration you will find, the images you’ll digest and the advice you’ll read will completely change the way you view your wedding and the wedding industry as a whole."
From {Our Labor of Love} "this magazine is an explosion in the wedding industry!!! we *heart* SW! thank you all at SW for making it all happen! BRIDES, SOON-TO-BE-BRIDES, FIANCES,MOMS OF BRIDES, PEOPLE WHO LIKE PRETTY PICTURES, PEOPLE WHO LIKE WELL WRITTEN ARTICLES, PEOPLE WHO LIKE GOOD DESIGN, PEOPLE WHO WANT TO SUPPORT A FABULOUS GROUP OF PEOPLE WHO MADE A GREAT MAGAZINE- go to the newstands and get a copy of this gem of a publication...go on...do it...now."
From {Millie Holloman} "If it isn't apparent by the rocking blog these girls have (loaded with incredible updates and such style) just how amazing they are, then this magazine will confirm that they know what's hot! ... This is the most updated wedding magazine I have seen yet and it's FULL of great images for brides to enjoy along with fabulous ideas and fun articles. Pick up a copy for yourself when they hit the shelves on January 6th!"
From {Jeremy Harwell} "The Southern Weddings Blog in one of the most prestigious blogs on the web and their first magazine issue continues on in their excellent tradition! Lara Casey the Publisher and Editor-in-Chief and her amazing staff have done an amazing job to deliver the South's hottest wedding magazine for the modern Southern bride. ... I am honored to be a part of their wonderful magazine!"
From {Joy Marie Photography} "Lara Casey, and her wonderful team already run one of the most popular wedding Blogs in the wedding industry, and now they’ve outdone themselves with the new mag. ...I’ve been following the Southern Weddings team every since they featured Emily & Tye’s wedding last summer. I’m so excited to see what 2009 has in store for all of us! For all of you brides out there, be sure to check out the Southern Weddings Daily Blog for ideas & inspiration. Congrats, ladies! The premiere issue is a total reflection of your blog...classy, elegant, and modern! "
From {Jenna Walker Photography} "This very first issue of Southern Weddings is chalk full of beautiful weddings and amazing event detail ideas from around the country. The ladies over at SW have an incredible eye for the trendiest fashions hitting the wedding scene - a treat for any bride, no doubt."
From Maria at {Ritzy Bee} "If the talented team over at the Southern Weddings blog did not inspire readers enough already with their daily posts on gorgeous wedding inspiration...now all of us can put our hands on the premiere issue of their beautiful new magazine, Southern Weddings, which will be in stores on January 6th and will also be available over at their blog too!"
From Kathryn at {Snippet and Ink} "Southern Weddings magazine has launched (and yes, that's Chelsea and Tec on the cover), and I'm so flattered that Snippet & Ink made it onto their list of favorite blogs! Pick it up on newsstands, or order your copy HERE starting January 6. Congratulations ladies!"
From Myra at {Twigs and Honey} "The wonderful ladies at Southern Weddings have released their first print edition! ... Look for the issue on newsstands beginning January 6th. I can't wait to receive my hardcopy. From what I can tell, theirs will be a beautiful wedding publication! Thank you Southern Weddings!"
From {Michelle Rago} "Congratulations to Southern Weddings Magazine for launching its very first print issue! We are thrilled to be included!"
From Emily at {Once Wed} "The magazine officially launches tomorrow, so be on the look out for it on newstands all over the US. Have I also mentioned how excited I am to see Tec and Chelsea on the cover..."
SW on {Weddingbee Pro}
SW on {Weddingbee}
From cover bride, {Chelsea}
From cover groom, {Tec Petaja}
More links: {Kate Headley Photography}, {Joel Flory}, {Don't Box Us In}, {Cannelle et Vanille}, {By Your Side Events}, {Outstanding Occasions}, {Kelly Moore Photography}, {Agnes Lopez}
FAQ's: Yes, the magazine will be available for purchase online here on the blog starting January 6th. So, if it's not sold in your area, don't worry, we have an office full of copies. Store locations: It is really hard to get a store list over the holidays, so we don't have our final store/state/location list yet. As soon as I have it, I promise I will post it! : ) Thanks for all the love... it means the world to us!
Reader Comments (67)
awesome! congrats! any locations in AZ? :)
can't wait to see it in person! LOVE this image of Jose's.
Ooooh, I wonder if I can score a copy here on Maui before 1/6... will let you know if I do! Happy Holidays and congratulations!
YEAH!!!!!!! I'm so excited that I may have just squealed a little bit. Too bad my local Barnes & Noble just closed - I would run over there to see if they had them in the store!
UH!! Cant wait to see the whole magazine!
We are so excited for all of you! Hope to see a copy in Arizona somewhere too!
Where? Where? WHERE?????? Can't wait to see it.............
Beautiful!! Can't wait to get my hands on one. Will be checking in the morning
You all should be so proud
yeaaah!! Can't wait to snatch it!!!!
congratulations! cant wait to pick a copy up. 2009 is going to be an awesome year! so excited for you all.
How do we get a copy in Indiana?? :)
FANTASTIC! Congratulations on an amazing journey. The cover is perfect. Hoping to see it in CT!
Can't wait to see it!
Congratulations, how exciting!!!! I can't wait to get my hands on this!
Congratulations! Can't wait to get my hands on this issue!
Oh my goodness!!! Yay! ..... Now I have to figure out how to explain to my boss that I was late for work because I was on a search for the coolest new wedding magazine! ;-) A million congrats!
So exciting!! I'm guessing I'll be one that's got to order a copy, because I'm not sure they'll make it all the way up to Connecticut...
Looks great & I'm excited to see the final product! Congratulations!
How exciting! Ohio isn't officially "southern" but Cincinnati is so very close, so I hope to find an issue somewhere nearby. Congrats on the launch!
Congratulations! Can't wait to get a copy!
Hi Readers in the Mobile, AL area, I just got word that Books A Million in Mobile has placed their copies on the shelves! Thanks to one of our featured brides, Brittany of Brittany + Jared for sharing the info with us!
This is my favorite wedding blog, and you can be sure I will go and pick up every issue of the magazine!
congrats again ladies! we're so excited and can't wait to look at it from cover to cover when our copies arrive!
THERE WE ARE! thanks for the love! i can't believe our mugs are on the front cover... what a crazy world. ;) much love!
This is too exciting! We can't wait to share it with all of our brides and fellow vendors!!