Mei and Hon : Day After

I'm sure our paths were intended to cross a few times before–afterall, the wedding industry is quite small–but they hadn't. We must have been at the same industry parties and worked at the same events, but we simply didn't have the chance to connect. It wasn't until the ever fab Michelle Weita of Details, Details introduced us, that Mei and I had a chance to talk over the phone. In a kind and quiet voice, Mei spoke about her love for her husband, her job as Vice President of Wildflower Linen, and her appreciation for the smallest things in life. I was smitten instantaneously.

Mei went onto explain that she and her husband, Hon, had a civil ceremony last year, but she didn't have a single picture of them together. Or her in a wedding dress. I'll need something to show my future kids I was married, Mei joked. When she asked if I'd be able to photograph a Day After session for them, I was beyond thrilled!

To celebrate their one-year anniversary, Mei and Hon stayed at the Langham Huntington Hotel and Spa in Pasadena. We met last week to capture wedding pictures Mei would be proud to show her kids one day! 😉

I met the couple in the courtyard of the Langham and as they approached me, I caught this photo. It's simple, but I love the lighting and the moment…

Mei, you're gorgeous and you glowed brighter than the sun…many thanks to Joyce of Joyce Luck Style for Mei's hair and makeup

It was still a little bright outside the Langham, so we tucked ourselves in the lobby and bar for more photos…

I loved Mei's Encore Bridal veil…

Special thanks to Nisie of Enchanted Florist for Mei's vibrant bouquet…

The bar was empty, so when Mei suggested laying on the piano, I was all, I won't tell if you won't tell! 😉

I don't know what it is exactly, but these photos make me feel happy….

Mei can also be a little sassy…

One of my favs from the day…

To see more of their Day After Session, CLICK HERE for a slideshow!