Wedding

Reid & Kelly: Married!

by Lauryn on May 17, 2012 in Wedding

One of the main things I noticed at Reid and Kelly’s wedding, was the color. It was everywhere! The flowers, bridesmaid dresses, the reception… color was everywhere. Which, I tend to think, makes things pretty happy. Reid and Kelly planned a beautiful, sentimental, and happy wedding day and I was so honored to be a part of it! We started at the beautiful reception venue, before heading over to the church for the ceremony. Fun fact: both Kelly and Reid’s parents were married in the SAME church within a month of each other. 2nd fun fact: Reid and Kelly were married in that church as well. How awesome is that?!

Reid and Kelly took a chance on each other. You know how your friends try to set you up with someone, and you resist because it could get weird? Well, Kelly and Reid met because their friends urged them to, and the rest is history. :-) Enjoy some of my favorites from their day, and a huge thanks to Karen Allen for all of her help… many of these images are hers!

Kelly’s grandmother putting on her strand of pearl’s given to Kelly… Such a sweet moment!

Time to get married!

Married!!

Reid and Kelly’s banner!

First dance…

Kelly had the DJ read a letter she had written to her dad. She didnt think she would be able to get through it if she read it herself. It was unbelievably sweet! I was tearing up!!

On to the dancing…

Maraca’s… it was Cinco de Mayo after all!

The end!! It was such a fun night, despite the torrential downpour that made its way onto the dance floor! Congratulations Kelly and Reid!! Thank you for letting me be a part of your wedding day, it was an honor!!

Vendor Info:

Venue: Amber Grove
Dress: David’s Bridal
Flowers: Dana’s Florals
Cake: Baker’s Kitchen
Men’s Wear: Jos. A. Bank

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Trevor & Amber: Wedding Peek!

by Lauryn on May 15, 2012 in Wedding

I am BEYOND excited to share this vineyard wedding with you! It was gorgeous!!

Check the blog next week!

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Reid & Kelly: Married Peek!

by Lauryn on May 7, 2012 in Wedding

Many more to come next week! Stay tuned!

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Danny & Janelle: Married!

by Lauryn on May 3, 2012 in Wedding

Last fall I had the pleasure and opportunity to second shoot for one of favorite people, Tori Watson, of Marvelous Things Photography. Be sure to check out her post, here. We drove up to Maryland together through the colorful leaves, wondering when the leaves would start to change in Richmond. This wedding was a breath of fresh air for me. No detail was left undone. Janelle and Danny’s families and friends all worked together to create something truly beautiful. It was an honor to have been able to photograph a piece of it. Thank you to Tori, for allowing me to tag along! And, thank you to Janelle and Danny for letting me a part of the day! Enjoy some of my favorites…

Janelle was radiant…

Janelle’s Dad was so happy to see her!!

Such a unique cake topper! And super affordable too, if you felt comfortable decorating them!

Time to get married!

The one thing I learned about Danny and Janelle during their ceremony… they love the Lord. It was a beautiful ceremony and my favorite part was their hand written vows! I felt like I really knew them a bit after hearing them!

Another neat tradition they did was planting a tree together.

And then Danny prayed for them…

A chocolate milk toast!

The floor was literally bouncing during the reception!

The end!

It was so fun being able to second shoot this wedding. I just loved all the colors!!

Congratulations again to Danny and Janelle!

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Sam & Kara: Married!

by Lauryn on April 26, 2012 in Wedding

Kara told me from the beginning that she wanted her wedding to be relaxed and colorful, just like she and Sam are. When we met at Starbucks almost a year ago, I was so excited that Kara wanted to work with me. The way she described the wedding she was planning sounded like it was right up my alley, but even more so… I loved Sam and her’s story. It was completely a God thing that they met and were brought together. And that right there… thats when I knew I had to work with them.

I walked into a quiet church and quickly got to work photographing all the sweet touches that Kara and her friends had spent months thinking of and creating. I watched patiently as her Mom and bridesmaids laced up her gown around her teeny tiny waist. Everyone was in such a joyful mood. And, its great to work in that kind of atmosphere. But the best part of the whole day was when I got to witness Kara and Sam’s first look. They were SO EXCITED to see each other. They marveled at one another. It was beautiful.

Enjoy some of my favorites from the day…

Getting into a corset takes a village…

Thanks for these images Katie, and for all your help throughout the day!! She hung out with the guys, while I was with the girls!

First look!

I have to give a small shout out to all of these men. They were SO cooperative and easy going. One of the best groomsmen experiences I’ve had!!

The glasses were a hit!

One of my favorite bridesmaid images ever!

Kara you are stunning!

Time to get married!!

Married! Everyone skipped out of the church…made for some funny images!!

Kara is an Elementary school teacher at a school that pulls from a few rougher neighborhoods in Richmond. I LOVE this picture. She invited her whole class and we were able to grab some super sweet pictures with the ones who were able to come. These kids love her, and she loves them.

Family formals outside are the BEST!! Such pretty light.

Kara and Sam’s Banner…We Win!!

I loved their centerpieces. They had envelopes with blank sheets of paper for people to leave notes of encouragement or advice for Kara and Sam to open on that tables corresponding anniversary! So creative!

Sam’s toasting glass kills me!!

First Dance…

Sam’s parents were adorable dancers!

I know this isnt the most beautiful image out there, but I CANNOT stop giggling about it. :-)

And we will end with some dancing! What a fun wedding!!

Congratulations Kara and Sam!! It was an honor!!

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Sam & Kara: Wedding Peek!

by Lauryn on April 16, 2012 in Wedding

Sam and Kara were married this past Saturday!! Cant wait to share the rest with you next week!!

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Drew & Chelsea: Married!

by Lauryn on April 12, 2012 in Wedding

Weddings are often referred to as the most perfect day of your life. Well, what if something goes wrong? Its STILL the best day of your life, right?! For this, we must be thankful, because on Drew and Chelsea’s wedding day something did go wrong. The bride, groom, and the bride’s mother all got the stomach bug within 24 hours of them saying I Do. Actually, Drew and Chelsea’s mom were still getting sick a couple hours or so before the ceremony actually happened! It wasnt ideal, but in the end, all Drew and Chelsea really needed and wanted, was to be married to one another.

Drew and Chelsea got engaged in Paris (!!!!) and wanted to incorporate pieces of that throughout their day. While in Paris Chelsea even bought 200 miniature Eiffle Tower key chains as gifts for guests! How sweet is that? Well, you will see notes to Paris all in this post… Enjoy some of my favorites! P.S. This wedding was FULL of details!!

Thanks to Stephanie for these next two images, and for all of her help throughout the day!!

I love, love, love this image…

Married!!

All the bouquets and bouts are fabric flowers that the Groom’s Grandmother, Aunt, Mother, and Chelsea made! I loved them!!

Chelsea and Drew’s Banner!!

Isn’t the cake so cute?! I love the stand they made for it!

Their first dance…

Drew graduated from the University of Tennessee, so this was definitely necessary!

Some dancing was had…

Time to go!

I love these last two of Drew… Seeee ya!!!

So, even though the day had a rocky start, it was totally amazing! Drew and Chelsea, I love you both SO much and am so honored that I was able to capture this day for you!! I am also super happy that I actually did NOT get sick even though I accidentally drank after Drew! Congratulations to you guys!!

Some Vendor Love:

Venue: Amber Grove
Catering: Amber Grove
Cake: Westhampton Bakery
Hair: Hair Productions
Make Up: Nordstroms, Bare Minerals
Music: Lynn Archer
Dress: Bride’s Sisters
Suits: JoS. A. Bank
Bride’s Hair Piece: Lisa Weatherford
Flowers: Bride’s mother, Groom’s mother, Grandmother, and Aunt.

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Matthew & Bridget: Married!

by Lauryn on April 5, 2012 in Wedding

The forecast wasn’t great. In fact, it was supposed to rain all day and into the night. But there wasn’t any trace of worry on Matthew or Bridget’s face. They had endured a transcontinental relationship and a little rain wasn’t going to ruin their day. You see, Matthew is from Wales, and one night he happened to see a beautiful girl across the room while sitting in a local bar in Old Town Alexandria. There were a few hiccups along the way, like Bridget standing Matthew up one night(!) and, a pesky little email that just happened to accidentally end up in someone’s spam folder, but when things are meant to be…it works out. Bridget and Matthew are the perfect example of this.

When I arrived Bridget was calmly getting her makeup done, laughing with her bridesmaids and Mom. I immediately went to work photographing the sweet details she had set aside for me. Back at the hotel, Matthew was so ready to be married to Bridget. In fact he was completely dressed to go an entire HOUR before he was supposed to be! He also may or may not have been a bit nervous. Sweetest thing ever. As soon as Bridget came down the aisle though, he was all smiles.

The rest of the day was smooth sailing and flowed by in such a peaceful way, there was no rush to anything. One of the most fun parts of the day was listening to the toasts during the reception. Hearing such funny and heart melting stories is the best. Enjoy some of my favorites!!

Bridget’s pink shoes were so unique and pretty!

I could NOT get enough of this bouquet… so romantic and lush.

Bridget is wearing her Mother’s wedding gown. Swoon.

Time to get married!!

I love outdoor family formals. The natural light is just SO pretty!

The dapper men!! With the best man in his Dicky tie, a Welsh tradition!

Thank you Karen for the picture on the left!!

We saw a random plastic owl hanging upside down from a nearby building…you know those kind used for scaring off birds? Yeah. It was funny.

Some pretty pink reception details!

Bridget and Matthew used Jenga blocks as their guest book! Each guest signed different sides of the blocks and now when they play they are reminded of all of their family and friends! I loved it!

Portrait time! It was drizzling and they didn’t care!! My kind of client

So sweet and fun! Love these guys!!

Canvas please!!

Bridget. You are SO GORGEOUS!!

Oh, Matthew, you are handsome!!

Cheers!

A lot of the Welsh ladies were wearing such pretty hair fascinators! I loved them!

The kids at the reception were so funny!

The toast were hilarious, and heart warming too.

And I will leave you with the cake cutting… Bridget’s faces make me laugh and smile!

Congratulations to you both! I LOVED spending your wedding day with you and documenting it all. Again, huge thanks to Karen Allen for helping me out!

Vendor Love:

Dress: Bride’s Mother
Tuxes: Men’s Wearhouse
Flowers: The Purple Orchid
Catering: Brabo Restaurant
Reception Venue: The Lorien Hotel and Spa
Bridesmaid Dresses: Betsy Johnson
Ceremony Music: Peat & Barley
DJ: Scratch DJ’s, DJ Premonition
Cake: Pastry Xpo

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Bridals: Chelsea!

by Lauryn on April 3, 2012 in Wedding

Now that Drew and Chelsea are officially official, I can show your her sweet bridals! Bridals are the hardest thing to do because you have to wait months until you can show them. Thankfully I only had to wait 2 months to show you these. I have been bursting to do so!

Chelsea has such a great style, and she wanted to showcase that in her bridals. Her wedding was the same, so I cant wait to share that with you next week!! Take a look at some of my favorites!