Author of LOWCOUNTRY WEDDING Launches Ultimate Wedding Contest Valued at $40,000

One lucky couple will win the ultimate gift this year-a luxurious southern-style wedding in Charleston, South Carolina, complete with an historic plantation home, an avenue of oaks dripping with moss, and celebrating with fifty of their closest friends and family.

To celebrate the May 2016 release of New York Times bestselling author Mary Alice Monroe's new novel, A LOWCOUNTRY WEDDING, some of Charleston's top wedding vendors have come together to help create an incredible wedding celebration for one deserving couple valued at more than $38,000.

#WinALowcountryWedding Giveaway is easy to enter. Click here to fill out the form.

All that's needed is basic information, and the YouTube link to the contestant's brief, candid video explaining why a Lowcountry wedding in Charleston, SC would be a dream come true. Videos are not judged on appearance, editing techniques, or flashy animation. The judging panel cares only about the content. Shoot a selfie video on your smart phone or laptop. It's that easy!

Deadline for entries is May 31, 2016. Finalists will be announced June 13, 2016 and then the public can cast their vote for the best couple. Winner announced June 27, 2016.

The winning couple will work with the highly-regarded and sought-after event planned Ashley Rhodes to create the wedding of their dreams. Working within the parameters set by vendors, the winning couple will plan every detail-the color scheme, gown and tuxedo, bridesmaid outfits, food selection, floral arrangements and so much more. Everything is covered!

Here are the generous vendors who made this dream wedding prize package possible:

• Personal wedding planner by Ashley Rhodes Event Designs
• Wedding and reception site at Legare Waring House at Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site
• Bridal gown from Kate McDonald Bridal
• Bridesmaid dress (maximum three bridesmaids) from LulaKate
• Groom's tux and groomsmen tux rentals (3 groomsmen max.) from Charleston Tuxedo
• Handcrafted bow tie for groom and groomsmen (3 groomsmen max.) by Brackish Bow Ties
• Wedding invitation suites (30 max.) by studio R
• Bridal ceremony flowers and reception table decor by WildFlowers Inc.
• Reception food catering by Cru Catering
• Beverage service by Squeeze Cocktail & Beverage Catering
• Wedding dessert by Sweet Lulu's Bakery on Wheels
• Wedding day photography by Riverland Studios
• Officiant services by Christy Loftin
• Live wedding ceremony music provided by Charleston Virtuosi
• Reception entertainment by DJ Jake B
• Rental supplies by EventWorks
• Bridal jewelry gift by Croghan's Jewel Box
• Hair, makeup and gel manicure (for bride plus one) by Stox & Co. Salon Spa and Boutique
• Bridal party hair and makeup (3 bridesmaids max.) by Salon Salon of Charleston
• Gifts for bride and groom and bridal party, signature cocktails during reception, and wedding favors for guests provided by Firefly Distillery
• Luxury transportation for bride and groom after wedding reception by Carolina's Executive Limo Line
• Wedding night suite at John Rutledge House Inn by Charming Inns
• Generous support by the Charleston Area Convention & Visitor's Bureau and The Charleston Area Wedding Guide.

If you have questions about the #WinALowcountryWedding giveaway, contact Mary Alice Monroe's assistant, Angela May at angela@maryalicemonroe.com.

For information about planning your own Lowcountry wedding, click here to request a free copy of the 2016 Charleston Area Wedding Guide Magazine.

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