On an unusually cool Fall day in Minneapolis, Lita and Ryan prepared for their special day! All the details were perfect right down to the guest book and Reserved seat signs. I went to greet Lita and and her Mom, Ingrid in their suite to see how excited they were. Lita, always seeming to be calm and relaxed, was smiling and had her cousin, Hillary, right by her side as I entered the room. They walked me through the doors of the Green Room, a stunning Glass Atrium as we discussed the plans for the day. Her soft colors of antique white, dusted cream, pink and blush roses were the perfect touch for Lita's fair complexion. |
First Look
Ryan patiently waited for Lita to come find him in the Green Room at 5120 Restaurant & Onxy Bar. This amazing glass atrium with a beautiful green live wall was enhanced with a glass waterfall down the middle. Beautiful chandeliers hung from the glass ceiling with paned windows surrounding Ryan as Lita walked through the french doors for their First Look. Quietly, Lita approached Ryan and asked him to turn around. That moment...ahhhh....it always gets me! |
Back in the Spring, I met with Lita and her Mom over coffee as I heard all the details of Lita and Ryan's special day. I fell in love with these two, as they were so sweet and excited to share their ideas. I felt like we had known each other forever. The big day, finally arrived and we were all set to capture their special moments. |
Bride & Groom
Ceremony
As Lita entered the Atrium, guests stood in awe of this beautiful Bride as her brother walked her down the isle. Her Mother, Ingrid, watching proudly as her lovely daughter walked toward a new season in her life. Lita's cousin officiated the wedding and added his personality into the ceremony, bringing laughs throughout the crowd. |
Bridal Party/Family
Immediate family and the Bridal Party escaped the venue for a bit to take some stunning fall photos at Normandale Lake Park. It was cool...ok...I won't lie, it was COLD! Lita emerged from her car in her beautiful off white coat over her simple, elegant wedding gown. We wandered down the path to a little gazebo that overlooked the lake with amazing fall colors surrounding us. We kept the groups for photos moving quickly, since it was so cold out and the slight threat of drizzle approached. |
Cocktail Hour
Toasts
First Dance/ Parent Dance
Celebrating
Congratulations Lita and Ryan!
Best Wishes,
xoxo Jen