Wedding Wednesday {Charm Event Design}

We have collaborated with the ladies of Charm Event Design for quite a few projects and their work is always top notch! Give them a theme and they can coordinate a memorable display that your guests will be talking about for months to come.

Not only do they create delicious tablescapes, they also do invitations, backdrops and more. But what we love most about the Charm Girls is their hardworking attitude and sweet spirits.

Charm Event Design Website: http://charmeventdesign.com
Blog: http://www.charm-events.blogspot.com/
FB Page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Charm/101186584253?ref=ts

Wedding Wednesday: Nothing is sweeter than classic fashion

When planning the details of your wedding, sometimes it's easy to get caught up in the creative side of the girl's dresses, jewelry and shoes. But let's not forget the handsome fellas in your party as well!

If you're looking for something classic yet fun, Upper French is a site you should check out: http://upperfrench.bigcartel.com/

And of course check out Mrs. Quiz's blog since it's always full of cuteness: http://upperfrench.blogspot.com/

Wedding Wednesday: Etsy Find

This necklace also comes in orange, red and a vibrant blue. How stunning would it look on a strapless dress with a simple neckline? love it.

Print Party on Etsy

Tim & Kristin {family session}

When Kristin told us she wanted to do a styled shoot reminiscent of the 40s and 50s, we knew it was going to be cute! Not only does Kristin have great fashion sense, she is proud mama of cute Baby E who you may remember from our newborn session earlier this year.

Lindsay did their session in Palos Verdes which was the perfect backdrop for this adorable family of 3. Love you guys!

Merry Christmas from our home to yours

May you be blessed with memories of ones you love and surrounded by those still here. May your heart be filled with the peace that comes from a surrendered heart. May your day be filled with joy that springs from things not purchased, made or wrapped.

Lauren & Lindsay

Wedding Wednesday: Trash the Dress Photo Shoot

I'm pretty sure that just the phrase "trash the dress" causes some brides to shudder. Not to fear, it's not as gruesome as it sounds!! It is quite possible to do a Trash the Dress session where a good dry cleaning will restore your dress to same state as when you danced the night away with your groom. This type of session allows you to wear your dress again, kiss your spouse all session long and have some more stylized photos to add to your collection. Since it's after your wedding day, you'll be a little more relaxed and be able to enjoy the session for what it is: a date with your husband or wife. :)

Our Trash the Dress sessions start at $75 (without hair and makeup).

Maternity Photos

While I am more comfortable behind the camera rather than in front of it, I have always loved documenting life. My film camera in jr high, my canon powershot in high school and my iPhone today, I always have a camera in my purse to capture the moment.

So when we found out we were expecting there was no doubt in my mind that we would take the time to do maternity photos to remember this precious time in our lives. Lindsay took us to a nearby park (where my husband proposed actually!) on Thanksgiving day to do some portraits. I had an elaborate photo story to tell but some of us (ahem husband) got tired of doing photos very quickly so we'll see if those actually happen ;)

Here are a few from our session:








J's Dad's Highschool Basketball Jersey :)