Governor Thomas Bennett House

Wedding Day

Our Wedding

Yes, its finally happening! Welcome to our wedding website – we are so glad you are here. We have created this website as a helpful resource for all of the need-to-know details in the lead up to our big day. We would love for you to take a look around to learn more about our love story, our wedding day plans, and the special people in our lives joining us at the altar. We are so incredibly excited to become Mr. and Mrs. Whitney – a sincere thank you for all of your love and support. Forever and Always, Chris and Lauren

Welcome

When Chris and Lauren exchange vows on May 2nd, 2026, they will have already celebrated a decade of love together. Let's take a moment to rewind to where it all began. It was the summer of 2015, and Chris was working at the local golf course with his best friend, who happened to have his sights set on Lauren's friend. In a classic twist of fate, Chris and Lauren were recruited as emotional support to help navigate the inevitable awkwardness of that first date. While their friends' summer romance eventually fizzled, Chris and Lauren's only deepened. They were destined to follow in the footsteps of Lauren's parents and become high school sweethearts. On August 15, 2015 Chris officially asked Lauren to be his girlfriend. Since that pivotal moment, they have shared countless milestones together. They have danced through 2 proms, navigated 6 years of long-distance, made unforgettable memories at sorority formals, spent countless hours on the golf course, celebrated earning a combined six diplomas, and embarked on a new chapter together in Washington, DC. On May 10, 2024, atop the rooftop of the Kennedy Performing Arts Center with a breathtaking view of Georgetown University, Chris once again asked Lauren a life-changing question—this time, “Will you be my wife?”

Our Story

Photos

Lillian Anders

Alayna Hummel

Taylor Garner 

Rebecca Sohnlein 

Isabella Roberts

Perry Shah

Shelby Mullins

Blake Whitney

Blake Watson

Nathan Garner

Brooks Generis

Tripp Wickard

Ethan Hayes

Bryce Atchison

Charlie Garner

Wedding Party

Registry

A Guide to Formal (Black Tie Encouraged) Attire

Formal and Black Tie Attire In Comparison

Dress Code Inspiration

Q + A

We have secured rooms with a discounted rate for our guests to consider booking for the wedding weekend! The deadline to book these rooms with the special rate varies by hotel. You can use the links below, which will take you to the websites to book your discounted stay. If you choose to call, please reference "The Anders Whitney Wedding" for your reservation.

Booking Deadline: April 01, 2026Nights Blocked: Thursday, Friday, SaturdayRooms &amp; Rates: - $269/Night + Taxes/Fees for City View King or Double Queen- $289/Night + Taxes/Fees for Water View King or Double Queen

Courtyard Charleston Waterfront

Booking Deadline: March 30, 2026Nights Blocked: Thursday, Friday, SaturdayRooms &amp; Rates: -$319/Night + Taxes/Fees for King or Double Queen

Charleston Marriott

If you are interested in staying at one of Charleston's luxury boutique hotels including Hotel Bennett, Charleston Place, The Dewberry, Zero George and more, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:patrick@blockbirdie.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patrick@blockbirdie.com</a> for assistance with booking. As a guest of our wedding, he can add complimentary VIP amenities like room upgrades, hotel credits, full daily breakfast for two, and more. Additionally, we are happy to partner with Duvet and Lowcountry Getaway, who both provide professionally-managed rental homes in the Charleston area. Use the code BLOCKBIRDIE at checkout for 5% off with either of these companies.

Lauren & Chris

Lauren & Chris

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