Weddings Archive

Sherwin and Allana – Crystal Gardens at Navy Pier, Chicago IL wedding

This wedding is special to me, Allana is my sorority sister from College and I was so happy to see her marrying her soulmate, Sherwin.  We had an amazing time at their engagement session in May.   Their theme was peacock feathers/colors and Allana used that 100% throughout the day!

I’m in love with this headpiece that she MADE! 

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You wouldn’t know this, but she is looking up at the Hancock Building because that is where Sherwin is waiting for her! 

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Their first look was a bit non-traditional and I loved it!

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Some quiet time before the big event!

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We then went over to Crystal Gardens inside of Navy Pier and explored the area around there!

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The ceremony was very sweet and emotional!

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This fabulous jumbo cupcake (and the normal sized ones) were from Molly’s.  I have to say, they may rival my cupcakes I had at my wedding!  The cupcake I chose had real cookie dough inside!

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Dance Dance!

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And the belly dancer came to entertain!  She was amazing, I could not keep my eyes off her hips! haha

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Later that night, we all hopped on the carousel for a fun ride!

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And of course had to grab some awesome night portraits! 

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There were THREE Melissa McClure couples in attendance!  Andy and Rosy, Allana and Sherwin and Kirsten and Brett!  So fun!

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I am so happy for you two and excited for what the future has in store!  Love you!

xoxo, 

M

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Andy and Rosanna – Coronado Theatre, Rockford, IL Wedding

I’m so sorry, blog world!  I have neglected you a little too long this time!   I was in Illinois for 9 days and came home to a packed weekend in San Diego!  I have a TON of images to blog from the last two weeks!

First up, Rosy and Andy’s wedding in Rockford Illinois!  They were married in this rad old theatre, such a unique location! 

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I adore this photo that my assistant, Tina took of Rosy’s shoes!  <3

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Meanwhile, downstairs, the men were tearing it up on Rock Band

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The lovely bride…

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…and her handsome groom!

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They incorporated some Persian traditions to the ceremony!

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Love this moment immediately after the ceremony

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They got to choose what the sign said on this side.  They told me they were trying to get the word “awesome” to make a come-back. I responded with “I never knew awesome was gone…”

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Check out that ceiling! 

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Gorgeous!!!

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We snuck off to get a view of the reception from above

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Their signature drink called…what else?  The Blue Awesome.

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Later in the night, a belly dancer showed up to entertain!

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Well you knew they were Rock Band fans…

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Thanks to my lovely assistant Tina Jean for driving to Rockford and singing along to Lady Gaga with me!

Rosy and Andy, I know you are enjoying Cancun right now!  Thanks for being so “awesome”!

xoxo, M

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Travis and Blair – Estancia La Jolla Wedding

Blair and Travis came from Texas to exchange vows at the gorgeous Estancia Hotel and Spa in La Jolla.  I had not met these two until the night before the wedding.  I loved how expressive Blair is and how sweetly Travis treats her.  They are so kind and gentle with each other.

Jennifer Bueno of Beauty to Be was just applying the finishing touches when I got there.

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You know the day is going to be fabulous when you start the wedding with a little Vera Wang:

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Looking stunning!

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Meanwhile, on the other side of the property, Travis was trying to stay cool in the heat!

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Gorgeous flowers by Modern Bouquet:

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The fantastic Reverend Powers performed the ceremony. I love this shot of Travis watching his bride walk down the aisle

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My lovely assistant Aaron took this shot.  Can you spot me?

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Every wedding, one of my favorite shots is the bride and groom walking back down the aisle!  Brides, take a lesson from Blair!  Love her expressions!

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I told them to give me attitude – I think they nailed it!

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Some alone time

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<3 <3 <3

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mmmmmm Cake. Sweet Cheeks, to be specific!

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Fav <3

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Love me some unique bling!

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Funny moment after the cake cutting…Travis smeared cake on Blair’s nose!

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Don’t worry, he helped get it off too!

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The rockin’ band Atomic Groove kept the dance floor packed!  Highlight?  When they busted out Baby Got Back!

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A huge THANK YOU to Kasey Shephard of I Do…Weddings for making the day run so smoothly!  So glad we finally got to work together!

B&T I hope you are having an amazing time in Maui!  I’ll have to look you up when I got to Dallas in the future!

xoxo, M

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Travis and Kirstyn – Island Club Coronado

Last Friday Kirstyn and Travis exchanged vows on a warm afternoon in Coronado at the Island Club.  These two are so fun to hang out with, I look forward to visiting them when I go to Portland!  

The brides good friend Brooke did her hair and makeup and she looked stunning!

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It will be obvious at the end of the blog that the bride adores anything pink!  I love that Travis had her ring altered to include her favorite color!

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Gorgeous!

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Travis, relaxing before the ceremony

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These two did things a little non-traditional and I loved it!  Travis walked his future wife down the aisle!  Love that he couldn’t keep his eyes off her!

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Some quiet time just after the ceremony

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Yummy cake from Edelweiss

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They were both smiles all day!

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Dj Bill Calhoun kept the dance floor busy all night!  

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A BIG thank you to Nicole Bayer!  She is a photographer and she referred Kirstyn and Travis to me!  xoox

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We ran outside to catch the last bit of light 🙂

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I am so glad I got to know you two over this wedding planning process!  You two are so adorable together, just perfect!

Enjoy your slideshow!

xoxo, M

PS Thanks to Mandi for shooting with me! You rock!

 

 

 

Free wedding invitations from Love at First Invite!

My good friend and talented studio mate is holding an amazing contest on her blog! She is giving away 100 FREE invitations including the envelope and reply card! Wow!

Hop on over to her blog to see the details and the collection you get to choose from!
And all you have to do is leave a comment on her blog to enter! Easy Peasy!

Some examples from the Ready to Love Collection:

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The full collection:

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And to show off some of her talent, here are some custom samples of work that she has done for brides of mine!

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And she even created my table names at my wedding!

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What are you waiting for?  Go comment to get your free invitations!

xoxo, M

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