Photographed in Atlanta, GA

I had the privilege of teaming up with Jess Graves for Southern Living’s “Southern Style Is…” story (her feature here). She asked 10 Atlantans what sets Georgia style apart, and I took their photos.

Go give it a lookse. You may see some familiar faces, including yours truly…

Photographed in Harbour Island, Bahamas

Raised in:
Alpharetta, Georgia

Lives in:
Atlanta, Georgia

Favorite thing about Harbour Island:
It’s a contained slice of luxury in the middle of the Caribbean.

Wedding Getup Inspiration:
I wanted to do something that fit with the beach destination wedding theme, and I wanted to be comfortable. The royal blue jacket was an awesome find, as it reminded me of the color of the ocean in Harbour Island. The entire outfit was built around that.

Now would ya look at that:
Jay, who you should know by now as the man behind Red Clay Soul, on his wedding day.
See he and Lindsey’s perfect wedding here. We were honored to be a part of!

• Brooks Brothers ‘Fitzgerald sport’ coat (similar). Lindsey surprised him with this embroided touch on the big day.  
• Ledbury dress shirt. “I always opt for the slim fit versions of the Ledbury shirts, as the fit is spot on.  The royal twill version is such a luxurious fabric…it fit right in.”
• Social Primer bow tie (detail). “We had the hardest time finding a bow tie that would work.  I wanted something to dress up the outfit, and when Cooper posted a picture of this upcoming design, I showed it to the future Mrs and got the OK. I called Cooper and ordered five immediately. There are roosters all over Harbour Island; they are the unofficial mascot.”
• Sid Mashburn hem stitched pocket square.
• Martin Dingman ‘Anthony’ belt. “I wanted to get my guys something really nice, so I got each of them this Anthony belt with an engraved buckle as a gift for being an attendant.”
• J.Crew Ludlow Italian Chinos. 
• ByPaige custom ‘JRS’ needlepoint loafers. “I went a little rogue here, and added some flare with these. I absolutely love them…not just for the wedding.”

Photographed in Harbour Island, Bahamas

Hey, it’s us! I think we can skip the whole “Raised In/Lives in/Random question” thing this time, yes?

There’s truly one reason why I wanted to share this photo, and it’s my dress. Yes, yes, it’s amazing, I know – that’s why I bought it. And you want to know where I bought it? At a True Value..as in the hardware store. Proving that you never know what sort of magic you can come upon at any moment in any location!

Oh and also, it was $15.

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On Caroline….

• Dress found at True Value in Marble Falls, Texas.
• Ralph Lauren wedges.

On Mark…

• J.Hilburn shirt.
• Martin Dingman ‘Compton’ belt.
• Dockers Alpha Khakis.
• Trask ‘Heath’ loafers with Euros instead of Pennys.

Photographed in Los Angeles, CA

Raised in:
Riverside, California

Lives in:
Los Angeles, California

What interests you most about the South:
I don’t believe that I’ve ever properly been to the South, but I’d be curious to know about this soul food that I hear about.

Now would ya look at that:
Meet Sidney Morgan, an incredibly talented photographer based in LA.
She killed it second shooting this wedding with me in July.

• Target dress and booties.
• Holdfast camera strap.

Photographed in Harbour Island, Bahamas

Raised in:
Tomball, Texas

Lives in:
Jasper, Georgia

Favorite thing about heading south to the Caribbean:
There is no time in the Caribbean. No clocks, watches, phones, alarms. You get up when you want, eat when you want, and sleep when you want.

Now would ya look at that:
Photographed at The Ocean View Club.

• Ray-Bans.
• Lands’ End OCBD.
• Bull + Moose tie (c/o).
• Brooks Brothers braces (similar).
• Indochino pants.
• Cole Haan white bucks.

Photographed in Charlotte, TN by Jamie Clayton
Mamiya 645, Portra 400

Raised in:
Dalmeny, Saskatchewan Canada

Lives in:
Houston, Texas

Favorite mens shop in Texas:
We have our very own Sid Mashburn here.  It is quite the fantastic addition to the Houston menswear landscape.

Now would ya look at that:

• J.Crew Ludlow suit and shirt.
• The Knottery lapel flower.
• Vintage knit tie (eBay find) and braces (etsy find).
• Bearings Southeast pocket square.
• Timex Andros for J.Crew.
• Allen Edmonds ‘Mora’ double monks.

Photographed on our street

Raised in:
Tomball, Texas

Lives in:
Jasper, Georgia

Favorite BBQ spot in Georgia:
Bigun’s BBQ in Talking Rock. Great ribs and it’s within 3 miles of our house.

Now would ya look at that:
Mark and our boy, Jed.

• Clay + Bros ATL hat.
• Steamhorse Dry Goods ‘Everyday T-Shirt’ (c/o).
• Timex blue face watch with alligator strap.
• Paper Denim & Cloth jeans, purchased at Flip (Nashvile).
• Thrifted Vans for 50 cents. Yup.

Photographed in Atlanta, GA

Raised in:
Alpharetta, Georgia

Lives in:
Atlanta, Georgia

Favorite bar in Atlanta:
Northside Tavern, hands down. Live blues music every night. Even though it looks like a hellhole from the outside, it’s like a club…once you go, you get it.

Now would ya look at that:
Shot during he and Lindsey’s engagement session.
See also: Jay, Part I.

• Sid Mashburn garment-dyed sport jacket.
• Ledbury dress shirt.
• A.P.C. New Standard jeans.
• Engraved Trafalgar buckle and alligator strap.
• Allen Edmonds bourbon tassels.