Katie and Nate had the most delightful wedding day! It was a day that was rooted in love, family, and many moments of magic along the way. One of the things I was most pleasantly surprised with was the weather. Now, I don’t mean to talk about the weather in a wedding blog post, but the day started out hot, humid and full on raining. As our day progressed, it just so happened that every moment we wanted to be outside for photos, the rain not only cleared for the moment but it was miraculously dry! And then there was the sunset - oh the sunset! For a day that was mostly overcast (which also provided beautiful light), the sunset shown bright and bold for Katie and Nate. It’s truly a photographers dream to have good light (and weather) on a wedding day and it’s also one of the things we have so little control over. You never know what you're going to get! But I can’t help but feel like there’s a little divine intervention or magic happening on a day when the clouds part and we get perfect weather - it’s meant to be!

Katie and Nate’s wedding took place in their hometown of St. Paul. Julia Lacroix helped plan an absolutely gorgeous summer garden affair with beautiful flowers at Somerset Country Club. There was live music, a gorgeous custom bar that was a tribute to the family history of marriages and of course a room full of Katie and Nate’s closest family and friends.

One theme I particularly loved throughout the day was noting just how much this couple laughs together. From their vows to speeches, it was clear that Katie and Nate light each other up and will continue the laughter for years to come. They love their family deeply, too, and that was a beautiful thing to witness these two families coming together. Everyone could feel the love!

Here are some images from Katie and Nate’s gorgeous wedding day! Cheers to you both!

LOVEe

VENDORS//

Ceremony Venue: The Chapel of St. Thomas Aquinas

Reception Venue: Somerset Country Club

Planning + Design: Julia LaCroix Styled Events

Photography: Photogen Inc.

Videography: A B Rich Films

Floral: Studio Emme

Stationary + Branding: Jill Elaine Design

Hair + Makeup: Lady Vamp Artistry

Catering: Somerset Country Club

Cake: Buttercream

Cocktail Hour Music: Bluewater Kings Band

Dinner + Dance Music: Rock With U

Tent and Rentals: Apres Event Decor and Tent Rentals

Large Scale Signage: Girl Friday

Transportation: Star Transportation

Alyssa and Clarke are a couple who embraces life and love to the fullest! Whether it is their careers, travel, family or friends, they always go big and their wedding was a true reflection of their love and passion for life! One thing I loved about their day was that their close friends surprised them by showing up wedding-party-ready. The couple wasn’t going to have a wedding party, but their friends knew they would appreciate the impromptu change of plans! All of the women showed up in fabulous red attire and the guys were as dapper as ever!

Alyssa and Clarke’s wedding took place on a perfect summer day at The Beach Club. Julia LaCroix transported the guests with her design through a series of rooms with lush, white florals throughout. To add a personal touch, the couple’s wedding cake was made up of classic story books. This was a nod to their last name, Story, and also their own adventures in life.

Congratulations to Alyssa, Clarke and their families. It was a pleasure to be a part of your day!

LOVEe