Romantic Wedding at The Cotton Room | Durham Wedding Photographer
I’m SO excited to share Roy and Tiffany’s wedding with you all! They had a beautiful winter wedding at The Cotton Room in December, and I was so impressed this couple built their own wedding arch for the ceremony! I honestly thought it was part of the rental at the venue, but I learned they built and designed everything themselves. My jaw literally dropped in awe when I saw it! You have to take a look for yourself below! In addition, the DETAILS and decor were so romantic, chic, and elegant. From the ring box, to the programs, to the signs, to the wedding cake and donuts, to the chocolate wedding favors, to SO much more—it was all so thoughtfully done!
Second, I remember the weather was rainy and chilly, so we didn’t have a chance to get shots outside. However, the venue was so beautifully decorated (and the big windows gave us a lot of natural light!), it didn’t stop us from getting gorgeous photos of the First Looks and portraits inside! When I captured the First Looks, I won’t forget how sweet and tender the moment was between Roy and Tiffany. When they were reading their letters to each other, let’s just say by the end I had tears in my eyes, too! I had to keep blinking back the tears so I could see through the camera and not miss the shot!
Lastly, it was truly their love for one another that was so moving. They have such a deep, genuine love for each other and for the Lord, and it was beautiful to see how God brought them together (read their story here!). I loved how they gave praise and glory to the Lord as they sang, “In Christ Alone,” for worship during the ceremony! After an amazing ceremony, reception, and dancing, we had an epic sendoff! When they came out, flower petals were thrown in the air and there was SO much energy, excitement, and cheering! There was a ton of joy and love in the air, and I absolutely loved how happy they both looked. Enjoy scrolling through some highlights below!
Venue: The Cotton Room, Durham, NC
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![Wedding dress hanging in bridal suite at The Cotton Room | Durham Wedding Photographer | By G. Lin Photography](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/536c7966e4b06a137909c882/1550542400952-NSM7GYD01OD3CPYI206A/Durham-Wedding-Photographer-Blog-1.jpg)
![Gorgeous closeup of wedding rings | Durham Wedding Photography | The Cotton Room | By G. Lin Photography](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/536c7966e4b06a137909c882/1550543506869-X8O48V38CZDN5NPY0ML8/Durham-Wedding-Photographer-Cotton-Room-GettingReady-64.jpg)
![Bride walking out in wedding dress | Durham Wedding Photographer | The Cotton Room | By G. Lin Photography](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/536c7966e4b06a137909c882/1550543767790-H3S7GGAJ1K34JXQ64FRA/Durham-Wedding-Photographer-Blog-2.jpg)
![Bridesmaids seeing Bride in wedding dress | The Cotton Room Wedding Photography | Durham NC | By G. Lin Photography](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/536c7966e4b06a137909c882/1550543851021-G12E3NKKWXR7LT16VP2M/Durham-Wedding-Photographer-Cotton-Room-GettingReady-82.jpg)
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![Bridesmaids and bride walking in rain | The Cotton Room Wedding | Durham Photographer | By G. Lin Photography](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/536c7966e4b06a137909c882/1550544149809-M53KIXWEY2ZG6K4ED1OE/Durham-Wedding-Photographer-Cotton-Room-FirstLooks-4.jpg)
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![First Looks at The Cotton Room | Durham Wedding Photography | By G. Lin Photography](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/536c7966e4b06a137909c882/1550544459664-1Z1NWZ19LS9MXOCTGLYE/Durham-Wedding-Photographer-Blog-4.jpg)
![Bride and groom seeing each other for first time | Durham Wedding Photographer | The Cotton Room | By G. Lin Photography](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/536c7966e4b06a137909c882/1550544543362-KKGQGYEMQPHBTO47LZVW/Durham-Wedding-Photographer-Cotton-Room-FirstLooks-38.jpg)
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![Bride laughing with groom | The Cotton Room Wedding Photography | Durham NC | By G. Lin Photography](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/536c7966e4b06a137909c882/1550544646285-5QR5NCRVQDGVM8TRWDQC/Durham-Wedding-Photographer-Cotton-Room-FirstLooks-47.jpg)
![Bride and groom reading letters to each other | Durham Wedding Photographer | The Cotton Room | By G. Lin Photography](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/536c7966e4b06a137909c882/1550545312769-HH2RAWRY5UXYQXJFAWH0/Durham-Wedding-Photographer-Blog-6.jpg)
![Groom reading letter to bride at The Cotton Room | Durham Wedding Photographer | By G. Lin Photography](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/536c7966e4b06a137909c882/1550545397873-ETX9T35O8NX57EZABK5X/Durham-Wedding-Photographer-Blog-7.jpg)
![Groom hugging bride | Durham Wedding Photographer | The Cotton Room | By G. Lin Photography](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/536c7966e4b06a137909c882/1550545433207-UBIF6HUT10YTGYTU25EX/Durham-Wedding-Photographer-Cotton-Room-FirstLooks-84.jpg)
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![First looks at The Cotton Room | Durham Wedding Photography | By G. Lin Photography](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/536c7966e4b06a137909c882/1550545593351-T6F86YY4MCLYBHX323YC/Durham-Wedding-Photographer-Blog-8.jpg)
![Gorgeous romantic portrait of bride and groom at The Cotton Room | Durham Wedding Photographer | By G. Lin Photography](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/536c7966e4b06a137909c882/1550547007952-HRN1UK0RQSCNN2KFF9EG/Durham-Wedding-Photographer-Cotton-Room-Portraits-BG-6.jpg)
![Romantic winter wedding decor and sign | The Cotton Room | Durham Wedding Photographer | By G. Lin Photography](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/536c7966e4b06a137909c882/1550545786870-EVUTIFIPBS92DCACK53P/Durham-Wedding-Photographer-Cotton-Room-Details-6.jpg)
![Guest book at wedding at The Cotton Room | Durham Raleigh Wedding Photographer | By G. Lin Photography](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/536c7966e4b06a137909c882/1550545786877-ZF2UFQ2SOU97S8S5NQAH/Durham-Wedding-Photographer-Cotton-Room-Details-7.jpg)
![Find your seat sign | The Cotton Room Wedding Photography | Durham Wedding Photographer | By G. Lin Photography](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/536c7966e4b06a137909c882/1550546090846-055XNKWL5LA20GOC3BAL/Durham-Wedding-Photographer-Cotton-Room-Ceremony-12.jpg)
![Romantic elegant wedding arch | Raleigh Durham Wedding Photography | The Cotton Room | By G. Lin Photography](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/536c7966e4b06a137909c882/1550593858483-COH96SCDQNN0HCUN46YV/Durham-Wedding-Photographer-Cotton-Room-Ceremony-24.jpg)
![Bride walking down the aisle at The Cotton Room | Durham Wedding Photographer | By G. Lin Photography](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/536c7966e4b06a137909c882/1550546320705-EBQ6SZ8P8JKTHX77CQLQ/Durham-Wedding-Photographer-Cotton-Room-Ceremony-179.jpg)
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