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Kyndall & Cole – Wedding Ceremony at Robert Carr ChapelTCU in Fort Worth, Texas

July 26, 2017 Ceremony

This TCU wedding was perfect in every way! This couple met at TCU and it is now the place they said I do! When they met Cole immediately knew that Kyndall was special and he pursued her as a friend and eventually a girlfriend. I think his hard work paid off as Kyndall could not be more in love with Cole. The excitement leading up to the ceremony was at a 10! Both, ready to see each other and SO ready to be married! We met up with these guys at the Fort Worth Omni Hotel for the preparations for the wedding at Texas Christian University. As Kyndall dressed her Mom looked on with pride and love for her little girl. When Daddy came into the room to see his daughter, a bride, it was perfect – the hugs, the laughter and a little bit of tears. So sweet as they exchanged gifts and words before heading off to walk his daughter down the aisle. Cole and his guys had a good time pre-ceremony with toasts of Whiskey, laughter and fun to ease his nerves and get him ready for the biggest “game day” of his life. I was truly blessed to watch these two vow to one another love, devotion and respect and I know that God will carry them and their marriage through the life ahead. Congrats you two!

Kyndall & Cole’s wedding vendor team was perfection! Huge thanks to:

Tami Winn Events

Robert Carr Chapel

Turquoise Video

Love & Pout – Hair & Makeup by Fallon Farmer

Lilium Flowers

Joe Zinzer – Love Notes Weddings Officiant

Neiman Marcus Bridal Salon – Brides Gown

Nordstrom – Bridesmaids & Groom’s Attire

Mens Warehouse – Groomsmen Attire

Paper Planet – Paper Products

Laura & David – Wedding Portraits at Classic Oaks RanchRomantics in Mansfield, Texas

November 22, 2016 Moments

Laura & David are not just super beautiful people on the inside they are also pretty amazing to look at and photograph! I mean look at these two! If the sun had not been setting and I had unending perfect sunset light I might have photographed them for a hour more. Take a peek at their romantic couples portraits on the Classic Oaks Ranch property. We scaled a cattle guard for some gorgeous photos and it was so worth it! I love every part of Classic Oaks from the outdoor chapel, the barn and pastures. Can’t wait to share this fun reception tomorrow!

Thank you to the wedding team that Laura & David selected and helped make this day so magical (and big shout out to David who helped with ALL the wedding planning!!!)

Classic Oaks Ranch

C&C Entertainment – Planning

Turquoise Video

Lip Service Makeup

De Ma Fille Bridal Salon

JOS A Banks – Menswear

Justine’s Flowers

Nordstrom Bridal – Bridesmaids Attire

William Bruce Salon – Hair

Laura & David – Wedding Ceremony at Classic Oaks Ranch

November 21, 2016 Ceremony

Lightly Photography 2016

I LOVE an emotional couple and Laura & David are like my dream clients – these two love each other and are not afraid to show it. David is such a cutie – I mean – look at his reaction (above) as he watched his beautiful Laura walk down the aisle to him! What more can you ask for in a man? Well, that was just the start. This loving man had sweet words and nice gestures all day for his beloved – it made me cry SO many times!!! During the ceremony the vows they had for each other were heartfelt and true and during the ceremony David was SO excited to be marrying his bride he couldn’t stop talking. He wasn’t afraid to speak up and say how beautiful she was, lucky he was and in love with her he was. Their ceremony had me crying, smiling and with goose bumps! Laura was so thoughtful in all she did – from fun custom boots for her groom to perfect gifts for all the parents. During the ceremony and every time she was near him, she was just glowing.

It was a pretty amazing day!

Thank you to all the vendors who made this wedding so beautiful:

Classic Oaks Ranch

C&C Entertainment – Planning

Turquoise Video

Love Notes – Officiant

Lip Service Makeup

De Ma Fille Bridal Salon

JOS A Banks – Menswear

Justine’s Flowers

Nordstrom Bridal – Bridesmaids Attire

Dot the I – Paper Products

William Bruce Salon – Hair

Kristen & Curtis – Mansion at Turtle Creek Weddinga Brunch wedding in Dallas, Tx

April 21, 2016 Ceremony

Small intimate weddings are amazing. I believe they are the perfect answer to for someone who wants little fuss but a beautiful day. By cutting down your guests to just the essentials you can have the wedding of your dreams. For Kristen & Curtis they had just that. On a sunny Friday I spent a few hours with these two as they became a family. Kristen rocked a fabulous blush pink frock that said wedding dress in all the right ways but was flawless with her skin and blonde hair. Curtis was so paper in his blue suit. Nerves were high and they were ready to see one another, we did their first look inside the Mansion at Turtle Creek above the restaurant on the stair case. When Curtis turned to see her – aww – it was pretty sweet. Then we played outside and took family photos before heading up to the terrace for a ceremony officiated by Marty with Love Notes. During the ceremony little Kamdyn made sure she was part, dancing in the aisle, continuing her flower girl duties by throwing more petals and by joining herself to her new Step-Dad as he gave her a precious necklace and the officiant explained the significance of her Mommy’s new ring.

Thank you so much for allowing me to share in your intimate affair. It was perfection!

Megan & Casey Wedding Reception at The Omni Fort Worth

September 15, 2014 Moments

After a touching ceremony at Robert Carr Chapel we headed off to the Fort Worth Omni Hotel for Megan & Casey’s wedding reception. I adore these first 2 photos showcasing the back of Megan’s gorgeous gown and her fabulous simple and classic hairstyle. Casey is looking smart in his dress blues too! After a few romantic moments it was time to party! From the moment they entered this couple was energized and spent the night dancing, playing drinking games with friends and truly celebrating the beginning of their lives together. The ballroom looked beautiful with floral by Tami Winn Events and lighting by LeForce. Thanks so much Megan & Casey for allowing us to be a part of your new lives together!

Huge shout out to all the vendors who helped make Megan & Casey’s weddings perfect:

Tami Winn Events – Jamie Lemke – Planning & Floral

LeForce Entertainment – Cratin Sheffield

Colleen’s Cakes

Bliss Bridal – Gown

J. Crew – Bridesmaids Dresses

Robert Carr Chapel – Ceremony Location

Love Notes – Randy Dicken – Officiant

Lip Service Makeup Artistry – Jennifer Trotter

Renn does Hair – Renn Traylor

To see more of this beautiful Fort Worth wedding see their slide show:

Megan & Casey – Wedding Ceremony at TCU Robert Carr Chapel

September 13, 2014 Ceremony

Megan & Casey are married and by this time settled into their new home in Tucson! This couple may have had to skip the honeymoon so they could move and settle in before Casey had to report back to base BUT they had a fabulous time together her win Fort Worth for a few days as they celebrated wedding with their closes friends and family.

After some beautification at the Omni hotel Megan and her ladies hopped in the limo to Robert Carr Chapel. After slipping on her delicate lace gown from Bliss Bridal these two tied the knot! From the moment that door opened Casey beamed as he watched his bride walk toward him. As Daddy gave her away I loved that he hugged Casey, kissed Megan than said a few words over them – it was one of the sweetest moments with a Father I have ever seen at a wedding. During the ceremony their were lots of laughs, ear to ear smiles and perfectly spoken words that ended with a kiss and a grand exit in front of the church. An Air Force tradition some of the TCU Cadets performed the saber arch for the couple and as they kissed they allowed them passage. It was perfect in every way!

Their day, emotion filled, didn’t stop at the ceremony and I can’t wait to share the fun of the reception tomorrow.

As always wedding days are made by great vendor teams. Megan put together a fab team! Thanks to the following vendors for helping create her vission:

Tami Winn Events – Jamie Lemke – Planning & Floral

Bliss Bridal – Gown

J. Crew – Bridesmaids Dresses

Robert Carr Chapel – Ceremony Location

Love Notes – Randy Dicken – Officiant

Lip Service Makeup Artistry – Jennifer Trotter

Ren does Hair – Renn Traylor

Abby & Jeff – Wedding Reception at The Modern, Fort Worth

April 18, 2014 Moments

Abby & Jeff had a fabulous reception at The Modern after their Robert Carr Chapel Wedding Ceremony. Upon arrival and after a short introduction and dinner I stole these two away for photos in the galleries and outdoors with the building as a beautiful night time backdrop. The opportunity to photograph a couple with amazing architecture and artwork is one of my favorite parts of this unique reception venue. After dinner in the Grand Hall the party moved to the cafe where IDT Band was set up to fill the night with music! The floor was full and everyone, including me, had a great time. Congrats you two on your marriage and I know there are great things in your future!

Abby & Jeff’s Fort Worth wedding reception was pulled together by the following vendors:

A Stylish Soiree – Planning and Flowers

Warren Barron – Brides Gown

Beauty and the Blush – Rayven, Hair and Makeup

Jenny Yoo – Bridesmaids Dresses

Love Notes – Wedding Officiant

Turquoise Video

The Modern – Catering and Grooms Dessert Milkshakes

Sugar Bee Sweets – Brides Cake

IDT Band

Blue Diamond Limos

Stamped Paper Co – Stationary

It’s Your Night Entertainment – Lighting

Celebrations Event Rentals

BBJ Linens

La Tavola Linens

Want more? Check out their highlight slide show with some more of my favorite wedding day moments:

Abby & Jeff – Wedding at Robert Carr Chapel

April 17, 2014 Ceremony

Abby & Jeff are married! They wed on 4.5.2014 with their ceremony at Robert Carr Chapel and reception following at The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. We met up the couple before for getting ready photos. Abby and her ladies were pampered at The Omni and had their hair and makeup done by Beauty and the Blush. They had fun listening to tunes, singing along, telling stories and laughing at some bachelorette party gifts. The boys were just as lively and Jeff and his manly men donned their vests (with no shirts) for some silly group photos. I love some guys with a sense of humor! For this couple’s first look they saw one another as bride and groom for the first time in the chapel at TCU. Their pup Bentley joined them for a few “family” pics before they said their I Do’s. This couple is incredibly sweet and are just totally fun to work with. I had a great day with them and can’t wait to share their reception at one of my favorite reception spaces, The Modern!

Thanks to all the vendors who helped make their wedding day dreams come true.

A Stylish Soiree – Planning and Flowers

Warren Barron – Brides Gown

Beauty and the Blush – Rayven, Hair and Makeup

Jenny Yoo – Bridesmaids Dresses

Love Notes – Wedding Officiant

Turquoise Video

The Modern – Catering and Grooms Dessert Milkshakes

Sugar Bee Sweets – Brides Cake

IDT Band

Blue Diamond Limos

Stamped Paper Co – Stationary

Katherine & Douglas – Wedding Reception at Piazza in the Village

March 21, 2014 Moments

Romantics with these two made me SO very happy! Look at these! Eeeeee, love! We took advantage of the night time lights outside the Piazza in the Village plus some off camera flash love to create these dramatic images. Daytime is always beautiful but sometimes the little bit of light that is naturally available at night can make for some stunning moments. After some time alone Kathryn & Douglas took to the dance floor where he spun her and held her tight for a choreographed first dance. Rod Baker with DFW Parties kept the floor packed all night as everyone fully celebrated this special night. I loved spending their day with them and can’t wait to see what the future holds for them. Congrats!

Thanks to all the vendors who made Douglas & Kathryn’s wedding so amazing:

DFW Parties – DJ Rod Baker

Piazza in the Village – Location and Catering

Lip Service Makeup

Renn Traylor Hair

Brides & Beux – Brides Gown

Love Notes Weddings – Officiant

Colleyville Florist

Sweet Memories – Cakes

Want more? Check out their wedding day photography highlight reel!

Katherine & Douglas – Wedding Ceremony at Piazza in the Village

March 21, 2014 Ceremony

Kathryn & Douglas were married in a lovely ceremony at Piazza in the Village on a Thursday evening. Yes, a Thursday! You would never have known this couple selected a week day as their family and friends were all present to celebrate and party the night away. We started our day with Kathryn at her Mom’s home for hair and make up by Lip Service Make Up and Renn Traylor Hair. This awesome duo made Kat and all her ladies look stunning! Off to the ceremony where she donned her lace gown with a back that makes me swoon! Before we knew it we were on our way to the I do’s! This couple just shined as they looked at one another! Marty with Love Notes weddings officiated and did a fabulous job as always bringing this couples love together for everyone to witness. Can’t wait to share their party later today!