Chef Mike Lata's Wedding

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Chef Mike Lata and his groomsmen in front of a vintage bus rented for the occasion.

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The bride, Emilee Cleary, gets ready for the big day in her silk chiffon-and-lace Jenny Packman dress.

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The entrance to the creekside reception, designed throughout by Gathering Events.

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The wedding was held at Boone Hall, a 333-year-old plantation outside Charleston, South Carolina.

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Cleary and Lata share a moment and meal to themselves.

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Cleary with her bridesmaids.

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Inside the dock house.

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Mussels up for grabs.

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Caterer Callie White’s crab hush puppies.

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Lata with two of his groomsmen.

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Guests enjoy drinks on the dock.

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Pastry chef Kelly Kleisner made the red velvet cake with vanilla buttercream.

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The couple bids adieu to their guests.

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