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Simple, timeless black & white wedding portraits from The Dunes Club in Atlantic Beach, NC. A relaxed coastal day with candlelit vows, shoreline portraits, and genuine moments.

A Summer Wedding at The Dunes Club in Atlantic Beach, NC

November 3, 2025

Weddings

Close-up of lace veil and bouquet in black and white at The Dunes Club, Atlantic Beach.Close-up of lace veil and bouquet in black and white at The Dunes Club, Atlantic Beach.
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Step into the charm of Beaufort, NC — a town by the sea that feels like living in a Norman Rockwell painting. Join Beaufort photographer Hailey Rae as she captures the nostalgic beauty of small-town holiday traditions and porch-light gatherings.

A Storybook Halloween in Beaufort, North Carolina

November 1, 2025

Lifestyle

Beaufort NC Halloween neighborhood gathering with costumes and striped circus decorations on a white craftsman porch — captured by Beaufort NC photographer Hailey Rae Photography.
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Discover 5 of the most dreamy wedding venues of 2026 — from historic mansions to luxury coastal estates — and get inspired with venue styles, light, architecture, and what each space brings to your ‘I do’. Coastal wedding photographer Hailey Rae guides you through the list.

5 Unique Wedding Venues For 2026

October 31, 2025

Weddings

The top wedding venues couples should be on the lookout for 2026 wedding season
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Planning outfits or fashion looks for your photoshoot? Use our free wardrobe and color tools to find the perfect color palette and outfit inspiration.

The Wardrobe Curator: The Ultimate Outfit Helper

October 30, 2025

Lifestyle

The ultimate wardrobe tool to help plan your next outfit
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A stress-free wedding day starts with a clear plan. Created by a former bride and photographer, Hailey Rae’s Wedding Day Timeline Builder helps you visualize your day — from getting ready to your grand exit — with light-based timing, buffer recommendations, and built-in FAQs for effortless planning.

The Complete Wedding Day Timeline Tool Designed by a Former Bride + Photographer

October 27, 2025

Weddings

Build your own free wedding day timeline tool
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Planning your wedding means building a team of professionals who will bring your vision to life — from the blooms in your bouquet to the music that fills your dance floor. But how do you know which vendors are the perfect fit for your personality, budget, and priorities?

Questions to Ask Wedding Vendors: A Guide to Finding Your Dream Team

October 15, 2025

Weddings

Your Complete Guide to Wedding Vendor Questions: Planner, Florist, Photographer & More

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