August 31, 2014

It’s always exciting when I meet a Bride for the first time. Especially since she is friends with a past bride of mine (Katherine) and was a guest at her wedding. Kristi and I had been emailing and talking on the phone for months before we actually met when she drove up from Chicago. Working with her and her fiancé throughout the whole process was such a dream. Kristi is the buyer and visual merchandiser for Crate & Barrel and let me tell you, she has impeccable taste. With her Grandparents wedding photos as inspiration for her entire wedding and her love of all things vintage, especially mercury glass, we were able to create a gorgeous wedding. With Wajde and Kristi’s different cultural backgrounds, we wanted to properly represent their traditions in the wedding, starting with a killer introduction of epic proportions. See those pictures of Kristi and Wajde entering the Ballroom and then being lifted onto chairs? It was even cooler in person. Being a part of this gorgeous wedding and sharing in this day with these two amazing people was such an honor. All my love to them as they begin this new journey together.

Rehearsal | The Presidential Ballroom at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel
Rehearsal Dinner | Private home
Hair and Makeup | Pomp and Artistry
Photographer | Pritchard Photography
Videographer | JA Videography
Florist | JS Weddings & Events
Ceremony | The Presidential Ballroom at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel
Officiant | Gust Bassianotis
Reception Venue | The Ballroom at McKay Tower
Catering | Martha’s Catering
Cake | Martha’s Catering
Decor Rentals | JS Weddings & Events
Chargers | West Mi Rental Co
Linens | The Ballroom at McKay Tower
Music Entertainment | DJ Refugee