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A Lifelong Love | Laura & Michael

Laura and Michael posing in front of Minneapolis skylineTake a quick second to prepare yourself to be wow’d by Laura and Michael’s story. Normally when we hear that a couple has known each other for a long time, we think high school sweethearts. When we hear that a couple has been together since middle school, we can barely believe it. When a couple has known each other since they were in kindergarten – our hearts are just completely melted. This couple is Laura and Michael. They met in kindergarten and had always been awesome friends. They finally started dating their senior year of high school, and on their wedding day, they had been together for a total of 10 years. I feel no hesitation in saying that these two lovebirds are each other’s best friends and their perfect match.

There is something really special about being completely loved and understood by someone that has known you your whole life (aside from your family). These people have seen your absolutely best, your worst, and all of the awkward stages in between – and yet they still choose to be by your side. I see this sense of complete comfort and confidence between Laura and Michael in their relationship. They know each other deeply – the good, bad, and everything in between – they have fully embraced this reality, and chosen to love every part of each other and their long relationship together. It’s beautiful. And their love was so clearly the highlight of their beautiful wedding day.

They had a classically stunning Twin Cities wedding, starting at the Basilica of St. Mary and ending at the Nicollet Island Pavilion. Those two venues and the cityscapes that came with were enough on their own to create a gorgeous wedding, but Laura went above and beyond with amazing details and impeccable style (see pictures for proof!). It was truly a day to remember, and Laura and Michael are a couple to remember as well. Congrats you two, I’m excited for you to continue living your fullest live by each other’s side!

Laura's wedding dress
Laura reading a handwritten note from her fiance
Bridesmaid having her makeup done
Laura and her bridesmaids popping champagne
Detail of the back of Laura's wedding dress
Laura putting on her earrings
First look between bride and her father
Laura hugging her father
Laura posing with her long bridal veil
Laura posing with her long veil
Bride having a first look with her bridesmaids
Michael's shoes and tie
Michael putting on his suit
First look outside of basilica of st mary
Michael hugging his bride
Glamorous wedding at the Basilica of St. Mary's
Bride and groom kissing
Laura and Michael's bright summer wedding
Basilica of St. Mary's wedding
Bridemaids posing outside of the Basilica of St. Mary's
Individual bridesmaid poses
Windy bridesmaid poses
Groomsmen posing
Groomsmen showing off sleek black tuxedos
Smiling groomsmen
Laura and her bridesmaids showing off their bouquets
Michael posing with his groomsmen
Wedding party posing on the steps of the Minneapolis basilica
Parents of the bride posing
Parents of the groom
Basilica of St. Mary family
Family portrait in the basilica
Details of Basilica of St. Mary's
Maid of honor and best man walking down the aisle
Laura's father walking her down the aisle
Little girl watching wedding
Guest praying during wedding ceremony
Moments before the first kiss
Laura and Michael walking down the aisle as a married couple
Bride enjoying a beer on the party bus
Laura and Michael kissing on party bus
Bride and groom laughing with beers in their hands
Nicollet island pavilion reception details
Brightly lit reception
Couple smiling at wedding reception
Couple at wedding reception
Laura and Michael's grand entrance
Father of the bride giving a speech
Bride and groom laughing during speech
Bride and groom cutting the cake
Wedding cake with a slice taken out
Maid of honor giving a speech
Best man speech
First dance
Laura and Michael's first dance
Laura's first dance with her father
Mother of the groom dancing with her son
Wedding-goers dancing
Bridesmaids goofing off
Laura dancing with flowergirls
Bridesmaid and her friend taking a dancing selfie
Couple laughing on the dancefloor
Early evening outdoor portraits
Laura and Michael walking into the sunset

Vendor Information
Ceremony Venue – Basilica of Saint Mary – Minneapolis, MN
Reception Venue – Nicollet Island Pavillon – Minneapolis, MN
Videographer – JW Anderson – Woodbury, MN
Officiant – Fr. Joseph Gillespie – Minneapolis, MN
Hair Stylist – SM Makeup, INC (Megan)
Makeup Artist – SM Makeup, INC (Steph)
Caterer – Mintahoe – Minneapolis, MN
Cake Designer – Mintahoe – Minneapolis, MN
Linens – Apres Party and Tent Rental – Minnetonka, MN
Florist – Sadie’s Couture Floral & Event Styling – Minneapolis, MN
Dressshop/designer – L’Atelier Couture (Romona Keveza) – Minneap0lis, MN
Tuxedos – Men’s Warehouse – Minneapolis, MN
Limo/Party Bus Company – Exceptional Transportation – Bloomington, MN
Band – R Factor – Minneapolis, MN
Jeweler – Roman Jewelers – NJ
Photo Booth – The Photo Booth Group – Minneapolis, MN

Take a quick second to prepare yourself to be wow’d by Laura and Michael’s story. Normally when we hear that a couple has known each other for a long time, we think high school sweethearts. When we hear that a couple has been together since middle school, we can barely believe it. When a couple...

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Full Hearts on a Family Focused Day | Sally and Dan

Family centered Iowa wedding Sally and Dan’s amazing wedding was proof that you don’t need a lot of people to throw a party or have a good time. Their small, but stunning wedding was one for the books. I mean this for a million different reasons, but there are a couple that really stood out to me, that I can’t help but share with you.

This was absolutely the most family oriented wedding I have ever attended. The entire wedding party was composed of Sally and Dan’s children and grandchildren. Which was not only beautiful and adorable, but also speaks a lot to who Sally and Dan are people. They are super in love with each other, but are absolutely in love with both of their families as well. They are care so much about others that even on a day where they had an excuse to make it all about them, they decided to make it about everyone else instead.

Their love and their outward affection towards each other and their awesome family was the most magical part of their wedding day. They knew that the decorations and details (while they still turned out beautiful) were not the most important aspect of the day. They focused on the people present and they were present every moment of the day – and it was perfect. They spent time with their loved ones, laughed, ate, made memories, and shut the dance floor down. If that isn’t the definition of a dream wedding, I don’t know what is. Congratulations Sally and Dan! I love your love, your family, and your story. It was a joy to capture your big day!

Closeup of bridesmaids curly hair
Groom Daniel reading the morning paper
Sally picking up her bridesmaids
Flower girl getting her makeup done
Bridesmaid putting on groomsman's boutonniere
Daniel's watch
Wedding ring closeup
Sally's wedding dress hanging against a brick wall
Personalized wedding tictacs
Sally showing off her purple wedding ring
Sally smiling in front of a bright window
Bride's bright purple bouquet
Sally posing in hotel bar
Bride holding bouquet and looking over her shoulder
Daniel getting ready for his wedding day
Daniel looking sharp in black suit with purple tie
Sally walking up behind Daniel for first look
Daniel smiling at his bride
Sally smiling at Daniel
First look between Daniel and Sally
Black and white shot of bride and groom embracing
Sally and Daniel
Sally kissing Daniel on the forehead
Sally kissing Daniel
Bride and groom posing in hotel lobby
Wide angle of Bride and Groom having a moment
Sally and Daniel kissing
Closeup of army pins
Bridesmaid posing
Posed family portraits
Family portrait
Bright family portrait
Bright silver wedding decorations
Bridesmaids walking down the aisle
Five flowergirls walking down the aisle
Sally's son walking her down the aisle
Sally and Daniel stand at the end of a rose petal covered aisle
Sally and Daniel's officiant smiling
Iowa wedding under outdoor tent
Guest taking a digital photo of wedding ceremony
Sally putting Daniel's ring on his finger
Daniel smiling during wedding ceremony
Bride and groom's first kiss
Sally and Daniel cheering after wedding ceremony
Purple accented wedding decorations
Daniel celebrating during cocktail hour
Sally posing with her girlfriends
Wedding guests posing in front of pink bright backdrop
Family centered Iowa wedding
Purple cupcakes and wedding cake
Sally and Daniel kissing in front of wedding desserts
Newlyweds cutting their cake
Sally and Daniel's first look
Cute first look candid
Bride and groom kissing during first dance
Bridesmaids on the dance floor
Goofy dancing candid
Wedding guest laughing on the dance floor
Babies dancing
Mother and daughter dancing together
Wedding guest laughing and dancing
Dolphin ice sculpture
Daniel laughing with a friend
Married couple dancing together

Sally and Dan’s amazing wedding was proof that you don’t need a lot of people to throw a party or have a good time. Their small, but stunning wedding was one for the books. I mean this for a million different reasons, but there are a couple that really stood out to me, that I...

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21st Century Fate | Ajit and Jenna

Bright modern engagementJenna and Ajit are the epitome of a 21st century love story – in the best way possible. These two lovebirds met on Tinder. However, their amazing relationship didn’t start in the way you would expect it to. They didn’t simply match, swipe right, go on a date, and the rest was history, etc. They did match, swipe right, and begin talking. But because Ajit lived in California and Jenna lived in Minnesota, the two never met, and eventually moved on. But six months later, THEY MATCHED AGAIN. Ajit was convinced it was fate, Jenna was more sceptical, but neither could deny the amazing coincidence that had just occurred. This time around, the intensity of their virtual relationship increased and soon enough, Ajit flew out to Minneapolis to finally meet Jenna. And now we can thankfully say, the rest is history.

I absolutely love this story. I love that nothing, not even technology could deny that Jenna and Ajit were meant for each other. They are so obviously a perfect match. I have no doubt that these two wonderful people will forever ever be workout partners, adventure buddies, and continue to live their fullest live together. Congratulations you two, I can’t wait to capture more of your story on your wedding day!

Ajit and Jenna smiling at each other
Engaged couple laughing together
Ajit and Jenna hugging in greenhouse
Engaged couple wearing sunglasses
Serious engagement pose
Goofy candid engagement
Closeup of Jenna's wedding ring
Bright marina engagement
Ajit and Jenna posing nearby boats
Ajit and Jenna wearing sunglasses in the marina
Ajit and Jenna kissing in front of a speeding train
Engaged couple looking out on the water
Bright kissing engagement pose
Ajit and Jenna smiling for the camera
Looking out over the water together
Ajit dipping and kissing Jenna

Jenna and Ajit are the epitome of a 21st century love story – in the best way possible. These two lovebirds met on Tinder. However, their amazing relationship didn’t start in the way you would expect it to. They didn’t simply match, swipe right, go on a date, and the rest was history, etc. They...

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“I Found This Pebble for You” | Anna & Cil

Gay Minnehaha engagement

Basically, I love Anna and Cil’s relationship – from the way they got together to how they got engaged – it’s all wonderful! I’m excited to not only share their stunning engagement pictures with you, but their story as well.

Both work at Lifetime, but different clubs, so it took them until a non-club specific leadership outing to finally meet. The two immediately hit it off, and many hours and rounds later, they ended up at Cowboy Jack’s, still talking and getting to know each other. There Cil asked Anna to describe her type. Anna named five specific traits, and Cil told her that she had just described her. From then on, they both knew it was history. Or as Cil says, the deal was “Cil’d.” 🙂

It gets better. The happy couple was on vacation in Cancun when Cil decided (pretty last minute) that there would be no better place to ask Anna to spend the rest of her life with her. She bought the ring at the resort they were staying at and on the last night the two went down to the beach to soak in the gorgeous view one last time (or so Anna thought). But to Anna’s surprise, Cil pulled out a beautiful ring and said “I found this pebble for you, will you marry me?” Gentu penguins search the beach for the perfect pebble to give to the penguin that will be their soul mate for the rest of their lives. Cil and Anna are undoubtably each other’s penguins. Congrats you two! Thanks for letting us be a part of your story. We cannot wait to capture part of it on your wedding day.

Minnehaha Park engagementAnna and Cil kissing on a rock wallAnna and Cil in the sunlight by Minneahaha FallsAnna cradling Cil's face in her handAnna and Cil kissing under an archwaySame sex Minnehaha falls engagement shootCloseup of Cil holding AnnaCil and Anna smiling with their heads togetherCandid same sex engagement

Basically, I love Anna and Cil’s relationship – from the way they got together to how they got engaged – it’s all wonderful! I’m excited to not only share their stunning engagement pictures with you, but their story as well. Both work at Lifetime, but different clubs, so it took them until a non-club specific...

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Hot Weather, Perfect Wedding | Annie & Tyler

Windblown summer wedding

Simply put, Annie and Tyler are just happy people who are super in love with each other. They’re the kind of people that you could throw obstacles at all day, but as long as they have each other, they’d be content. I know this to be true because on their wedding day, it kind of happened. For starters, they got married on a hot day, I mean really hot. Hot like I was sweating and drinking tons of water and worrying about the heat for them. But whenever I asked them how they were doing and feeling, they would both respond, “hot,” but with a smile on their face, and leave it at that. No complaints, no high maintenance requests. They simply acknowledged the obvious and went on enjoying their special day.

As if the heat wasn’t enough, Annie also lost her voice due to bad allergies. Although no one dreams to lose their voice on their wedding day, Annie somehow was able to laugh it off and turn it into an adorable, funny situation. I’m telling you all of these “not perfect” moments because Annie & Tyler’s wedding was perfect anyway – because they allowed it to be. Even though Annie and Tyler went all out planning their details and decorations (which looked amazing), they didn’t stress about any of it on the actual day of the wedding. Even though it was crazy hot and Annie lost her voice, they didn’t let that distract them from the true meaning and beauty of their wedding day – they fully embraced every moment regardless if it was how they planned it to be or not.

People like Annie and Tyler are rare and wonderful. I truly mean that. They were easy going, relaxed, fun, and crazy in love. In my opinion, they cracked the wedding code. They didn’t expect or demand perfect, they focused on the important stuff – each other, their awesome families and friends, enjoying their unbelievable 12-person band, breaking it down on the dance floor, and cherishing all the special moments. Annie and Tyler, you were our dream clients on your wedding day, we all have a little bit to learn from your approach to life and love. Congrats again!

Fake eyelashes ready for bride's makeupAnnie holding her wedding day cup of coffeeAnnie posing with her bridesmaidsBridesmaids helping Annie put her veil onAnnie posing in her family's foyerTyler reading a letter from bride AnnieAnnie reading a handwritten note from her fianceAnnie's first look with her fatherAnnie and her dad huggingFirst look in backyard gardenTyler smiling at Annie during first lookEmotional first lookAnnie wiping tears from Tyler's eyesBride and groom's families watching first lookAnnie and Tyler posing insideAnnie and Tyler with their foreheads togetherAnnie and Tyler outside of their churchFlower girl and bridesmaids walking down the aisleAnnie's father walking her down the aisleBride and Groom kissing at the altarAnnie and Tyler cheering while walking down the aisleFamily formal portraits at the front of the churchIndividual groomsmenIndividual bridesmaidsBridesmaids laughing togetherGroomsmen posing along st anthony mainGoofy wedding party poseBride and groom kissing in Minneapolis parkWedding party posing on party busWedding reception details at union depotGrand entrance into receptionBridesmaid and groomsmen wearing sunglasses during grand entranceAnnie and Tyler cheering during grand entranceAnnie's parents giving a toastBride and groom laughing togetherMother and father of the groom speechBest man and maid of honor speechesWedding cake and dessert spreadAnnie and Tyler cutting their cakeBride feeding the groom wedding cakeWedding guests at Minneapolis DepotFirst dance at Depot in MinneapolisGroom dipping the brideBride's first dance with her fatherAnnie and her father dancingMother son first danceTyler dancing with his motherBride and groom laughing during family receptionBride and groom's family doing a goofy danceWedding guest doing the air guitarBridesmaids and groomsmen dancing at receptionKid asleep at wedding reception

Vendor List:
Wedding planner — Lasting Impressions —Minnetonka, MN
Ceremony venue — Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church — Minneapolis, MN
Reception venue — The Depot — Minneapolis, MN
Officiant — Fr. Griffith — St. Paul, MN
Hair stylist — Sarah Peterson & Giana Capuzzi
Caterer — The Depot — Minneapolis, MN
Cake designer — Buttercream — Minnetonka, MN
Decorator — Lasting Impressions — Minnetonka, MN
Florist — Sadie’s Couture Floral — Minneapolis, MN
Dress Shop —  Brides of France — Edina, MN
Bridesmaid Dresses — The Wedding Shoppe — St. Paul, MN
Bridesmaid Dress Designer— Bill Levkoff
Tuxedos — Jos. A. Bank
Party bus company — Renee’s Royal Valet — Minneapolis, MN
Band — Blue Water Kings Band — Minneapolis, MN
Stationer — Sarah Glad- A Milestone Paper Co — Burnsville, MN
Chair/table/tent rentals — Apres — Minnetonka, MN
Jeweler — Melgram Jewelers — Little Falls, MN
Ice Sculpture— Minnesota Ice Sculpture — Minneapolis, MN

Simply put, Annie and Tyler are just happy people who are super in love with each other. They’re the kind of people that you could throw obstacles at all day, but as long as they have each other, they’d be content. I know this to be true because on their wedding day, it kind of...

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