ABOUT ONLY LOVELY

Crafting Unforgettable Moments

Only Lovely is a wedding and celebration design studio creating custom invitation suites and celebration pieces for couples and clients who believe the details matter.

From the first save-the-date to the final keepsake, every piece is designed with intention. Each one connected to your story, reflective of your people, and built to last beyond the day itself.

The name Only Lovely is rooted in family. It was a tradition of a beloved grandfather to give all his grandchildren and children special nicknames. "Only" was his name for her — at the time, Aldrena was his only granddaughter, and the name stuck. "Lovely" is what her godmother has always called her. Two names. Two people. A lifetime of love poured into one.

Only Lovely is also a promise — that beautiful love stories and meaningful milestones are always worth celebrating. That joy deserves to be honored, and that every celebration deserves to feel like it was made just for you.

Only Lovely is proud to be a member of the Columbia Bridal Association, connecting with a community of trusted wedding professionals dedicated to creating exceptional celebrations.

MEET ALDRENA

Designing Timeless Elegance

Hello, Lovely.

I'm Aldrena Hicks, maker, designer, storyteller, and the creative force behind Only Lovely.

I hold a BA in Studio Art and an MFA in Graphic Design — a foundation that shapes everything I make. My love for art, paper, and textiles isn't just aesthetic. It informs how I think about craft, texture, and the way a beautifully made thing feels in your hands.

I've spent years designing for weddings and celebrations, collaborating with planners and creatives who care as much about the details as I do. But the moment that changed everything was my youngest sister's engagement. When she asked me to design her wedding, a love story that became known as Passport to London, I stepped fully into the role I was always meant to fill.

A year later, on my birthday, I launched Only Lovely. A celebration for myself and a commitment to the work I love.

My approach has always been the same: thoughtful, personal, and never one-size-fits-all. I design for how something feels, how it's remembered, and how it reflects the people at the center of it.

Whether you're planning a wedding, a milestone anniversary, or a celebration entirely your own, I'm here to make sure it's beautifully told.

Based in South Carolina. Designing for couples and clients across the country.

Want to know more? Visit aldrena.com or connect on LinkedIn.

Aldrena Hicks (she/her)

Founder & Creative Director