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Saint Lucia Wedding :: Virgin Islands

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They met on the app Hinge. Kelsey, from the flatlands of Tennessee, and Brian from Minnesota, connected in 2021 when Kelsey moved up to Minnesota. After dating for a while, Brian suggested the two of them get dressed up and go out to dinner in Hudson. As they walked along the beautiful pier on the Minnesota/ Wisconsin border, Brian got down on one knee and asked Kelsey to marry him. The two quickly decided they wanted to do something different to get away from the Minnesota weather, and decided on the beautiful Virgin Island of St. Lucia.

Lush, green, and full of beauty, the Sandals resort of La Toc in Saint Lucia was a perfect location for their destination wedding. Gorgeous turquoise waters surrounded the island with the Piton Mountains hovering in the background to make an incredible landscape for photos.

Kelsey began the day at the beautiful Red Line Spa that is featured at every Sandals resort getting her hair and make up done. She looked incredible! We then continued in her hotel room by photographing her incredible details from her Maggie Soretto Designs Dress purchased at the Wedding Shoppe in St. Paul to her beautiful rings from Continental Diamonds. She and her bridesmaids, wearing light blue dresses from Azazie, got ready and then Kelsey went to meet Brian on the beautiful grounds of the resort.

After an emotional first look and an intimate time of reading their vows to one another, we were joined by their wedding party who all had traveled from different states to celebrate with Kelsey and Brian. We wandered all over the beautiful La Toc resort which ranged from the golden sandy beach to a beautiful sone wall covered in vines and florals.

The ceremony was absolutely stunning and Kelsey and Brian exited in joy as they were united as husband and wife! Guests gathered on the sand for photos and a joyous celebration with confetti and cheers of joy! A stunning sunset waved the day away and provided a glorious golden hour as guests gathered for the reception at Sunset Bluffs. A five course meal was provided ranging from Ahi Tuna to Coffee-rubbed sirloin, shrimp, grilled supreme chicken and a raging dance party followed. Kelsey then changed into a lightweight dress, perfect for dancing in the midnight air!

Kelsey and Brian, thank you so much for having us capture your big day! We are so thankful for both of you and feel so honored you would choose to celebrate with you! Congratulations!

Ceremony and Reception:: Sandals:: La Toc // Florist:: Etsy // Wedding dress:: Maggie Soretto Designs purchased at the Wedding Shoppe // Hair and Make-up:: Red Line Spa // Men’s Ware:: Kohls // Caterer:: Sandals // DJ:: Sandals // Rings:: Continental Diamond //

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    Saint Michael Catholic Church Wedding:: St. Michael, MN

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    After a fender bender in a rented pickup truck, Katie and Steve made their way down to Capital Grille for a dinner and then off to Orchestra Hall for Brahams 2nd symphony (a favorite of Katie’s). When the concert came to a conclusion, the couple then headed off to Maple Lake for star gazing from the back of the pickup truck in a farm field.  As they listened to Lone Star’s Amazed, Steve got down on one knee and asked Katie if she would marry him. With joy, she said yes and the two began planning their spring wedding.

    With its latest beautiful renovations, the Saint Michael Catholic Church is a masterpiece located in the heart of St. Michael, Minnesota. Katie and Steve were the first of many weddings to take place here this year on a this beautiful and rainy April day.

    Katie and her girls began the getting ready process at home and finished up at the church where she was helped by her mother and daughters into her beautiful wedding gown purchased from Xandy’s Bridal House. She and Steve then had an intimate first look and together we headed to a few places on the church grounds where we dodged the rain for couple more photos. We met back up with their wedding party and family for more traditional photos on the alter and then got ready for the mass to begin. Emotional and uplifting the two exchanged rings from Loch Jewelers while friends and family watched and gave their blessings to the couple. They ceremony concluded with a joyful exit and later in the evening friends and family gathered to celebrate the couple.

    Katie and Steve, what a blessing it was to be a part of your day. Congratulations and best wishes to you and your family!

    Ceremony and Reception:: Saint Michael Catholic Church// Wedding Dress:: Xandy’s Bridal House // Men’s Designer:: Xandy’s Bridal House // Rings :: Loch Jewelers //

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    • Terry Farrand

      Love these perfect just perfect

    Woodhaven Weddings and Events Wedding:: Cannon Falls, MN

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    He read her profile, saw her photo, and Cameron knew he wanted to meet Nicole. She too saw Cameron on the app Hinge and after he asked her out, agreed. Nervously, they decided on Utepils Brewery in Minneapolis for their first date. A few awkward texts, then a smile and laugh, and they were both instantly at ease with the other. Cameron and Nicole ended up spending 6 hours chatting in the balmy March Minnesota weather on the brewery’s patio. From there, many dates were planned until one afternoon Cameron set up a scavenger hunt. He included Nicole’s best friend and then the two were sent on a chase between family members giving the next clues to them. Nicole eventually arrived at the gazebo in Stillwater where Cameron was waiting for her.There he proposed and the two began planning their big day.

    Nicole and Cameron chose to hold their ceremony and reception Woodhaven Events in Cannon Falls. The day was absolutely perfect for a wedding. The women began the day by getting ready on site with Meghan of MKM Stylings doing her hair and Alexa Navis make-up doing makeup for the ladies. Nicole’s mother and sister helped her into her dress from Posh Bridal where she then did a first look with her bridesmaids and then her father. Cameron was waiting at the bottom of the staircase for her, and their first look was beautiful. The wedding party then joined us, along with Nicole and Cameron’s sweet Bernidoodle, Walt for photos on the green. Nicole’s bridesmaids looked stunning in their mauve dresses from Birdy Grey and the groomsmen, wearing navy suits from the Modern Groom, looked just as dashing. The incredible floral designs from Teri Kryzer were perfect to highlight the venue. Kim from Laurie’s Design did a wonderful job of coordinating the day and making it go smoothly.

    The ceremony began and was preformed by Jon Neal, the couple’s pastor, and Cameron and Nicole exchanged vows then rings from Jared and sealed their vows with a kiss. Guests cheered as the couple recessed, and even Walt was excited for Nicole and Cameron to be pronounced husband and wife. River Valley Catering provided guests with a delicious meal and then Ash from Midwest Sound brought Nicole and Cameron out for their first dance. Guests continued to dance the night away as Cameron and Nicole snuck out for a few golden hour shots on the green. The night ended with a sparkler exit in front of Woodhaven with friends and family celebrating the couple.

    Nicole and Cameron, you are both incredible people and I am so thrilled our paths have crossed. Congratulations on your wedding and I hope your honeymoon to Hawaii is restful and amazing!!

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      Hutton House Wedding ::Medicine Lake, MN

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      In 2018 both Chris and Michelle swiped right on Bumble and neither knew what they were both in for. The two met for their first date and realized quickly they had much in common. One date turned into many and when Michelle was placed in Texas for her residency, Chris made the drastic move from the Midwest to the South to be with her. They both knew things were progressing towards marriage at that point and it was only a matter of time.

      At Christmas the following year, Chis encouraged Michelle to take a weekend trip to Arizona to see her family. During that time, he planned an afternoon walking around a beautiful lake with fountains and greenery. As they were walking he approached an innocent bystander and asked if he’d take a video of the couple. During the video, Chris got down on one knee and proposed to Michelle. She of course said yes, and they were able to go back and celebrate with Michelle’s family.

      Chris and Michelle chose to exchange their vows at the beautiful Hutton House on Medicine Lake. Because friends and family were coming from all over the world and they wanted to be able to spend the weekend celebrating with them, they chose to have a Thursday wedding. Jenna Cully and her team from Jenna Culley Events planned the most spectacular day and took all of Chris and Michelle’s requests into consideration.

      The day began with Michelle and her bridal party getting hair done at the Jai b Experience and Kahuah and May doing make up. They party arrived in the party bus provided by Renae’s Limo’s and then her mother helped Michelle into her beautiful bridal gown from Raffine’s Bridal. Michelle’s bridal party all wore grey attire with dresses purchased at David’s Bridal and Chris’ bridal party wore navy blue with the men purchasing suits from Men’s Warehouse. The incredible floral arrangements created by Wilderland Floral paired beautifully with the blues and grays and looked stunning in the Hutton House. Being that Michelle is a first generation American, she wanted to incorporate her Nigerian heritage into most of the day. One of those wonderful attributes was having a group of people (her Aso-Ebi tribe), a group of people who encourages you and is a big part of your life and also wears the same traditional dress, be a part of photos. After doing photos with family and wedding party in front of the beautiful floral arch, Chris and Michelle chose to be married indoors. The ceremony was rich with family, love and honor for one another. After exchanging rings from Brilliant Earth and Cartier in front of their guests, Michelle and Chris were pronounced husband and wife and retreated to a room to exchange their vows to one another privately.

      Their cocktail hour was full of mingling and friends reconnecting with one another until dinner from Marna’s was served to guests. The toasts that the mother’s and Chris gave were heartwarming and full of gratitude and love. Brandon Mensah started the party with Michelle and Chris’ first dance followed by incredible first dances with Michelle and her father and then Chris and his mother. About an hour into the dance, Chris and Michelle changed into traditional African dress and were announced and celebrated by all as they entered. It was such a celebration of joy and togetherness. Thank you Michelle and Chris for including me, it was an incredible night. I hope your honeymoon in Hawaii is restful and amazing!

      Ceremony and Reception:: Hutton House// Planner:: Jenna of Jenna Cully Events// Hair:: The Jai b Experience// Make-up:: Kahuah and May of Makeup by Kahleah and Makeup by May// Caterer:: Marna’s Catering // Florist:: Wilderland Floral// Baker:: CoCo and Fig // DJ:: Brandon Mensah// Stationary :: Julie Chaet of Champagne Press // Wedding Dress:: Raffiene’s Bridal // Bridesmaid Dresses:: David’s Bridal // Men’s Designer:: Men’s Warehouse // Rings :: Brilliant Earth and Cartier // Bride’s Shoes:: Christian Louboutin // Transportation:: Renae’s Limo’s //

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        Gardens of Castle Rock Wedding :: Northfield, MN

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        The two shared an APSU history class in high school together and Lizzy became smitten with the red head in her class. Eventually Luke’s friends coaxed Luke to ask Lizzy out and the two have been insepreprateble eight years and counting.

        After dating long distance for over 4 years, Luke knew it was time to propose. He brought Lizzy to Stillwater and took her on a gondola ride over the St. Croix River. During the ride, Luke popped the question and Lizzy said yes! The following day Luke surprised Lizzy with an engagement party with all their friends and family.

        The long time couple decided to exchange their vows and hold their ceremony at the beautiful Garden’s of Castle Rock in Northfield. Lizzy and her girls got ready in the beautiful bridal suite while Luke and his groomsmen spent the morning golfing and then hanging out. Lizzy’s mother helped her get into her beautiful Elly Bridal dress purchased at Bella Bridal Boutique. Her bridesmaids, all wearing different light blue Azazie gowns, then had a first look at Lizzy. Lizzy also chose to do a first look with the groomsmen, many that were her’s and Luke’s good friends, and then moved on to do a first look with Luke in the beautiful vineyard. LHN Beauty did Lizzy’s hair and Make up, and Linsdey and Hannah at Chapel of M kept the day moving through all the other photos and events of the day. The wedding party was so much fun, and ended hoisting the couple on their shoulders and cherring for the both of them in between dancing and celebrating!

        Lizzy and Luke were married under the vines of the Lath House and exchanged ring; Lizzy’s from Helzberg Diamonds and Luke’s wooden ring from Ridgewood Rings. Midwest Sound started the reception off with a great mix of summer songs and Scheel’s Catering provided a tasty meal for all the guests. Friends and family provided bars and cookies for dessert and the floral table arrangements were put together by Something Borrowed Booms.The party got started after toasts and Luke and Lizzy kicked off the dance by pulling guests on the floor and dancing the night away. We headed out for a beautiful golden hour in the fields surrounding the venue and ended at the night at the marquee sign of The Powers from Alphalitps. It was an incredible day and I felt so honored to be a part of it. Luke and Lizzy, I hope your honeymoon in Mexico is amazing, congratulations!

        Ceremony and Reception:: The Gardens’s of Castle Rock // Planner:: Hannah and Linsdey of Chapel of M // Hair:: Nikki of LHN Beauty // Make-up:: Ashley of LHN Beauty // Caterer:: Scheel’s Catering // Florist:: Something Borrowed Blooms // Baker:: Friends and family // DJ:: Midwest Sound // Stationary :: Someday Paper Co. // Wedding Dress:: “Paula” by Elly Bride and purchaed at Bella Bridal Boutique // Bridesmaid Dresses:: Azazie // Men’s Designer:: Men’s Warehouse // Rings :: Brides’s Ring- Helzberg Diamonds, Groom’s Rings-Ridgewood Rings // Bride’s Jewelry :: Felicity and Tom Designs // Marquee Lighting:: Alphalit //

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        • Amy

          Absolutely stunning!!!!

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