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William Aiken House wedding welcome signage

July 28, 2022

How to Personalize Your Wedding: Sugar, Spice + a Dash of Personal Touch

With all the inspiration out there, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when planning your wedding day. Colors, patterns, textures, layouts, menus, cake flavors… the list goes on and on. The more inspiration we take in, and the larger our Pinterest board grows, the more the original idea for our celebration can start to blur around […]

Charleston wedding boat departure at Lowndes Grove

March 28, 2022

Local Charleston Wedding Services You Didn’t Know Existed

They say it takes a village, and that certainly holds true when planning a wedding. This month, we’re highlighting several local companies that successfully personalize, and help execute, those important details of your big day. One vendor that is sure to brighten up your event is AlphaLit! Erica + Carlos tied the knot last July […]

American Theater wedding after party in Charleston

February 28, 2022

American Theater Parties: Bright Lights + Late Nights

The iconic American Theater opened in 1942 as Charleston’s premier movie house. This Art Deco gem sits central downtown on historic King Street, making it the preferred venue for weddings and after parties. With proximity to Charleston’s best hotels, attractions, restaurants + bars, your loved ones are never more than a few steps away from […]

Lowndes Grove groomsmen getting ready on yacht

January 28, 2022

Wedding Planning: A View From the Groom

So frequently we learn the details of a couple’s big day from the perspective of the bride. But this month, PPHG’s giving you a closer View from the Groom! From personalized groomsmen gifts to grand arrivals, we absolutely love seeing the creativity from our PPHG grooms. Eric and his groomsmen (above) utilized the carriage house […]

Magnolia Adams

November 22, 2021

Wedding Brunch Events with PPHG

Brunch… a southern tradition and everyone’s favorite excuse to add Champagne to orange juice. But what makes this mealtime so special, and should it have a place in your wedding week itinerary? From farewell brunches to brunch-themed weddings, PPHG can’t get enough of this egg-cellent trend! Below, we’re sharing a sneak peek from some of […]

Caitlin + Tyler's American Theater Wedding Reception

July 7, 2021

Caitlin + Tyler’s American Theater Wedding Reception

Today, we’re giving you an inside look at the historic King Street venue, the American Theater… straight from the source! Hear directly from Caitlin + Tyler, who recently hosted their wedding reception at the American Theater, and get an inside look at their big day!?? “What a fun venue! We had the BEST DAY EVER, […]

Andrew Cebulka Photography

October 3, 2014

Step Inside Our History | The William Aiken House

Charleston is renowned for warm hospitality as much as for its uniquely rich history. Every October, Charleston residents literally open their doors to some of the Holy City’s most grand historical estates during the Fall Tour of Homes. Patrick Properties is equally proud to showcase its lovingly preserved National Historic Landmarks, so in today’s post, […]

September 19, 2013

The American Theater: Preserving 71 Years of History

“If you build residential, you help a family; if you build commercial, you help a community.” These prophetic words of visionary architect Will Evans would shape the future not only of one abandoned building at 446 King Street, but of the entire Upper King Street Design District. Charleston’s premier movie house first opened its doors […]