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Married! // Anna + Sean Part 1

Anna and Sean planned a spectacular weekend for their friends and family. Their wedding day was thirteen years in the making and one of the things I loved most about this couple is that they planned a wedding that they really wanted to attend. That might feel a little silly to say, but for real - their wedding was cool.

The couple kicked off their wedding by getting ready at The Four Seasons Hotel, complete with a little photoshoot at one of their favorite spots, Mara Bar. From there we traveled to the church, walked right in and down the aisle to get married in an intimate ceremony with those closet to them!

To cap off the night, Anna and Sean treated their guests to an incredible dinner at The Kenwood Restaurant - again, one of their regular, favorite spots. This is a couple who loves hospitality, who loves to dine and be connected to the city of Minneapolis!

I must say though, that my absolute favorite part of the day was when Anna and Sean read their vows under the willow tree. It’s a special spot we found during their engagement session and has forever become a special space for the couple!

The party continued the next day - stay tuned for Part 2 of Anna and Sean’s big day!

LOVEe

Married! // Leah + Justin

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Leah and Justin had the perfect Fall day in Minnesota for their wedding. The colors on the trees were as vibrant as ever and the sun was shining! The couple opted for a traditional wedding ceremony at St. Phillip the Deacon and then we headed over to the oh-so-gorgeous Hutton House for the party!

Leah and Justin’s style is classic, clean and timeless. It’s also impeccable. The couple worked with Twirl Events for the design of their day and it came together beautifully! The day was filled with friends, family and love. It’s obvious that everyone around this couple is thrilled about their marriage and we are, too!

Congratulations to the new Mr. and Mrs. Hager!

LOVEe

VENDORS//

Hotel: The Hotel Landing

Ceremony Location: St. Phillip the Deacon

Reception Location: The Hutton House

Wedding Planner and Design: Twirl Events

Floral: Sadie’s Couture Floral

Hair and Makeup: Emily J

Champagne: The Tiny Tap

Balloons: Corner Balloon Shoppe

Rentals: Rudy’s Event Rentals and Linen Effects

Catering: D’amico

Cake: Buttercream

Live Music: The Travis Anderson Trio

DJ: Charlie from Instant Request

Married! // Maki + Jiten Part 2

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Maki + Jiten’s wedding day will forever go down as one of my all-time-favorites. I spent three days with this couple, their family and friends and I can’t begin to say enough about how incredibly nice and fun everyone was - emphasis on fun! We began the day at the crack of dawn and partied until sundown. One of my favorite moments of an Indian wedding is the Baraat, which is traditionally when the Groom travels to the wedding venue and is accompanied by his friends & family. It’s joyous, it’s festive and it’s a fantastic way to kick off such a celebration.

Beyond that, Maki + Jiten’s wedding day was filled with spectacular moments and it was gorgeous. Many of their guests joined from all over the world and we are all so happy for this couple as they begin their lives together! And if you missed Part 1 of this wedding, make sure to check it out here!

LOVEe

VENDORS//

Wedding Planning, Styling and Coordination: Julia LaCroix Styled Events

Venue: JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America

Officiant: Dr. Anantanand Rambachan   

Photography: Photogen-Inc.      

Videography: A.B. Rich Films

DJ + Lighting: Instant Request                    

Rentals: Après Event Décor and Tent Rental

Floral:    Sadie's Couture Floral

Mandap + draping: Y & I Events

Mandap furniture: Indra Patel   

Desserts: Cocoa & Fig    

Hair & Makeup: Emily J Hair + Makeup  

Transportation: Star Transportation

Dhol Player: Sundeep Patel

Baraat Horse: The Hitching Company

Stationery: A Milestone Paper Co.

Escort Card Calligraphy: Rosann Konieczny Calligrapher

Invitation Calligraphy: Calligraphy with Style

Photo Booth: The Traveling Photo Booth    

Married! // Raquel + Jared

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There is one iconic picture from Jared + Raquel's engagement session of these two dancing that I just adore. That same energy and spirit carried over into their wedding day, which was a true celebration. First of all, this couple can dance. Their families can dance. Their friends can dance. This crew can just get down - no matter if they were getting ready, riding on their trolley or actually on the dance floor, there was no shortage of celebrating on this day! On the flip side, there was also a lot of beautiful emotion.

Jared and Raquel chose to get married at the Basilica of St. Mary and it was just magical. The couple even opted to have the Basilica Choir sing, which I have never experienced and it was so beautiful! Everything about this wedding was gorgeous - from the couple to Raquel's custom dress (and romper!), their amazing cake and a reception which was inspired by Kate Spade - it was all perfect!

Congratulations to the new Mr. and Mrs. Davin!

LOVEe 

 

VENDORS//

Wedding Planning: Rachelle of Style Architects Weddings

Ceremony Venue: Basilica of St. Mary

Reception Venue: A'bulae

Wedding Dress: Lazaro at Bella Bianca, Chicago

Tux: B. Spoke

Jeweler: Marshall Pierce 

Photography: Photogen Inc. 

Videography: Harvest Film Co. 

Cake + Desserts: Farina

Catering: Mintahoe

Floral: Sadie's Floral

Hair & Makeup: Nicole Fae

Invitations + Paper: Paper Rock Scissor

Hotel: Le Meridien Chambers

Linens + Decor: Linen Effects

DJ: Primetime DJ

Bridesmaid Dresses: Bella Bridesmaids

Transportation: Renee’s Royal Valet & Rent My Party Bus

 

 

 

Married! // Amy + Jamieson

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This day. What a lovely, perfect Saturday in the Minnesota summer for a wedding. I've always thought that Amy and Jamieson are one of those classically gorgeous couples, but add on top of it this gorgeous event, her stunning dress and his clear adoration for her and it was pure magic. The couple were married at an outdoor ceremony at Nicollet Island Pavilion and the celebration continued inside the venue all night. 

I had a bit of a personal moment while photographing this wedding. Years ago, I photographed the wedding of Amy's sister and just a few years ago one of her close friend's wedding. I was truly honored when Amy and Jamieson invited me back to document their day, and I got to see both past couples at their wedding. It was a great reminder of how much I love each wedding client that hires us and why we do what we do. 

I am so so so happy for Amy and Jamieson and can't wait to see what the future holds for these two!

LOVEe

 

VENDORS//

Venue: Nicollet Island Pavillon

Hotel: The Depot Minneapolis

Day of Planner: Lasting Impressions Weddings

Floral: Sadie's Floral

Dress: Posh Bridal Couture

Makeup: Emily J

Ceremony Musicians: Lake String Quartet

Live Band: Synergy

Rentals: Linen Effects

Cake: Buttercream

Videographer: B-M Video