We are saying “I do”
Eleanor& James
Charleston, South Carolina
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Eleanor & James
We are saying “I do”
Charleston, South Carolina
The beginning
Some moments mean even more because of the people who share them with us.
We would be so honored to have you with us as we celebrate our wedding weekend in Charleston, and the beginning of our forever together.
Saturday, October 16 · 4 PM – 4:45 PM
The Magnolia Chapel
Charleston, South Carolina
Our ceremony begins at four o’clock in the afternoon. Please arrive a little early so you can find your seat and settle in.
Saturday, October 16 · 5 PM – 11 PM
Whitmore House & Gardens
Charleston, South Carolina
Cocktails, dinner, toasts and dancing follow beneath the old oaks at Whitmore House, a short stroll from the chapel.
Join us for
Friday, October 15 · 7 PM – 9 PM
The Rooftop at The Harbor Hotel
Charleston, South Carolina
Arriving early? Join us for a relaxed drink and a first hello. Casual attire.
Sunday, October 17 · 10 AM – 12 PM
The Garden Room at Whitmore House
Charleston, South Carolina
One more toast before everyone heads home: coffee, biscuits and a little more dancing if you insist.
Our wedding
We’ve reserved rooms at a few favorite hotels, each an easy walk or a short ride from the celebration. Mention our wedding when you book for the group rate.
On the waterfront, where both of our families will stay. Group rate until September 15.
Mention Hayes–Whitaker wedding
Book your stay at The Harbor Hotel (opens in a new tab)A charming historic inn with a courtyard garden, and a little easier on the wallet.
Book your stay at The Wentworth Inn (opens in a new tab)Roomy suites for families, right in the middle of everything.
Book your stay at King Street Suites (opens in a new tab)Charleston International Airport (CHS) is about twenty minutes from downtown, and rideshares are easy to find.
A shuttle runs between all three hotels, the chapel and Whitmore House throughout the evening.
The
We kindly invite our guests to dress in formal attire for an outdoor ceremony and a garden reception.
If you’d like, take a little inspiration from our wedding colors. The garden paths are brick and grass, so block heels are a wise choice.
Standing beside us
Charlotte Hayes
Maid of honor
Eleanor’s sister and lifelong partner in crime.
Henry Whitaker
Best man
James’s brother, keeper of every embarrassing story.
Grace Linden
Bridesmaid
Olivia Brandt
Bridesmaid
Samuel Price
Groomsman
Daniel Okafor
Groomsman
Frequently
A note
Your presence is truly the greatest gift. If you’d like to celebrate with something more, we’ve gathered a few ideas below.
We’re dreaming of a slow trip through the Italian countryside.
Thank you
What began
We met on a rainy Saturday in a little bookshop on King Street, both reaching for the last copy of the same novel. James let Eleanor have it on one condition: that she tell him how it ended over coffee.
Coffee turned into dinner, dinner turned into a road trip, and somewhere along the way we realized we had found our favorite person, and our favorite adventure.
Now, after all the little moments that brought us here, we can’t wait to celebrate with the people we love most, and to begin forever, together.
September 2021 
July 2023 
December 2025 
May 2026 A few
Counting down
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Today is the day!
We are so excited to celebrate this day with you.
Questions? Email us at hello@eleanorandjames.com
Eleanor & James
