She walked into Strawberry Farms perfectly poised, floating much like a ballerina centerstage. Her hands carefully touched her wedding dress, her grandmother's tea ceremony dress, the crystals on lip of her shoes. If nothing else, Christin was ready. Ready to marry the man who unexpectedly became the center of her world.
Brian's friends casually joked with him, recalling days when Brian wondered if he'd ever find “The One”. He focused on his career and love for basketball, but nothing quite filled the void in his heart until he crossed paths with his college friend, Christin.
She was beautiful, kind, and emanated joy…but she wasn't interested in a relationship. Nope, not at all. Undeterred, Brian offered to help refurbish a home she had just purchased. Over laying wood floors and installing light fixtures, Christin saw Brian as more than a friend. She saw him for who he was when he was around her. A couple years later, he proposed and they moved into that very house after celebrating a beautiful wedding at Strawberry Farms.
Christin and Brian…I wish I could thank you in a million languages. Beyond appreciating your inordinate kindness and generosity, I'm so happy the world has a couple like you in it. You're amazing individuals, but together you light those around you and believe in their very best. It was honor being your wedding photographer. Much Love and Appreciation… j*
The wedding day started with a Kirstie Kelly wedding dress, blue Badgley Mischka shoes, and champagne…a perfect beginning, I might add…
Christin's mom and sister are some of the sweetest, salt of the earth people…just being around their love made me happy.
The ever dapper Brian waited for his future bride to join him for a First Look…
…but not before having a bridal portrait taken.
They opted to see each other before the ceremony to ensure they had plenty of time for wedding photos at Strawberry Farms…and they were elated to be in each other's arms.
Shortly after seeing each other, a gust of wind came along and snatched Christin's veil, lodging it on a barn hook. Their reactions are priceless, and I'm happy to say the veil remained unharmed during the removal process!
Christin donned a stunning dress for her tea ceremony that belonged to her grandmother…it was gorgeous and filled with a legacy of commitment and love.
Shortly after the tea ceremony, Christin changed into her wedding dress and prepared for her wedding ceremony…
Brian made the wedding arch and it was the perfect place to say I Do…
The First Kiss…and fist pumping.
After the ceremony, we strolled the Strawberry Farms property for more wedding photos…
The sun was like Baby Bear's porridge: juuuuuust right.
Many thanks to Elsa and Melissa of ME Weddings & Events for their tireless execution of the wedding day and reception details…they made everything lovely with help from Blomma Bloem Designs.
The First Dance…
Christin and Brian told me their reception was going to be a fun party, but they failed to mention it'd turn into a marathon of epic dancing…it was SO much fun!!
I'll end on this happy note because, really, this cowgirl sure loves her wannabe gangster/raver! 😉
I'd be remiss if I didn't thank the amazing team who made the wedding a complete success:
Wedding Venue: Strawberry Farms
Planner: ME Weddings & Events
Florist: Blomma Bloem Designs
Makeup/Hair: Kelly Zhang Makeup and Hair Team
DJ: DJ Icy Ice
Lighting: TMMPro
Linens/Rentals/Draping: ATB Rentals
Chiavari Chairs: Fusion Linens
Photobooth: Cheesy Photobooths
Cake/Dessert: Sweet and Saucy
Wedding Photographer: Jasmine Star
