Wednesday, July 4, 2012

Kelsey and Brandon's Wedding (Part 2)

I'm back with more details and pictures from Kelsey's wedding. I managed to get quite a few pictures throughout the day, even though I mostly tried to stay out of the way of her pro photographers. However, there were a few moments where I couldn't resist and I wanted to have my own pics!

We started off the day getting ready with all of the girls at the Marriott downtown.  We had a pretty relaxing morning with barely any problems, everyone was excited and still couldn't believe the day had finally come!
Getting ready
hair touch ups
Gorgeous flowers!
Kelsey with her new monogram
Almost everyone got their hair and makeup done throughout the morning and then we put our dresses on a little later.  Kelsey got her makeup and hair done last, then she was ready to put on her gown. :)
Sarah with one of the bridesmaids' bouquets
Getting the MOB ready
Putting on the dress!
Tying her sash
so pretty!
pretty blush bow
Finishing touches
ready to go!!
Me in the bridesmaids dress
Kelsey and Brandon decided to do a first look, so we went there at 3 for them to meet and get some pictures together. Then, we took bridal party pictures before heading to the church for the ceremony.  Kelsey finally got to open her card from Brandon there.
Waiting for the car to leave
Reading Brandon's card
At the ceremony, I gave Kevin my camera and he got a few shots.
Ceremony
Seating of the mother of the groom
Seating the mother of the bride
Sarah walking down the aisle
Kelsey walking down the aisle on her way to Brandon
We took formal pictures after the ceremony and then everyone headed to the cocktail hour and reception at The State Club.
Pictures with Brandon's family
Pictures with Kelsey's family
Moss covered Ms on The State Club entrance
the foyer
Mini coke bottles
the wedding cake! 
Cocktail hour
The main reception was in a tent on the patio. Everything looked so great, even though it was pretty hot ;)
Sweetheart table 
Brandon's Bourbon Bar
Centerpieces
Pretty tables
The new Mr. and Mrs.
First Dance!
 
Dancing :)
the tent
Kevin and I at the reception
the reception

Listening to the maid of honor's speech
Kelsey and Brandon had their getaway to NCSU pom poms and it was a great ending to a wonderful night!
Making their getaway!
Bye!
Just Married! Congratulations!! 
Congratulations Kelsey and Brandon!!

Monday, July 2, 2012

Wow, what a weekend! (Part 1)

We survived!! I can't believe it's already come and gone... Kelsey and Brandon's wedding weekend was a whirlwind, but it was so much fun and everything was beautiful! Yes, both Friday and Saturday the actual high temperatures were 105, tying the all-time record for Raleigh, but we made the best of it!

I know Kelsey will want to do lots of recap posts of all of the details that she worked so hard on!  But, I will give you a glimpse into all of the pictures that I took over the course of the weekend. Plus, I can't wait to see the pictures from her professional photographer!!

Friday we had the bridal luncheon at Caffe Luna in downtown Raleigh, hosted by her aunts. It was a really fun time and a great chance to relax and catch up with everyone before the business of the weekend really set it.  Kelsey also gave us our bridal party gifts, which were pretty earrings from J. Crew and monogrammed tervis tumblers.
Everyone at the luncheon
Kelsey with 5/6 of her bridesmaids
Me and the bride! 
Friday evening was the rehearsal at their church and then the rehearsal dinner at 18 Seaboard.
Rehearsing the ceremony
Rehearsal
Almost married ;)
Rehearsal dinner
Brandon's Groom's Cake
Me and Kevin at the rehearsal dinner
Pretty hydrangea and mercury glass decorations
Cutting the Groom's Cake
It was a wonderful day and night, we were all so excited about the upcoming day! I'll be back tomorrow with more and pictures from the wedding!
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