University of Northwestern Wedding:: St. Paul, MN

It’s no secret that I love being able to capture life’s wonderful moments for people. Of my favorite through is when I have siblings from past weddings reach out to do their upcoming wedding and I have another chance to see their families and document another incredible moment in time for them.

When this incredible couple reached out and told me that they would be having their wedding at the same place my husband and I were married at years ago, I was thrilled for them! The University of Northwestern holds a special place in my heart. Not only was I married and a student there, I also grew up on campus running around with my siblings as my dad, a finance professor, would continually bring us there on weekends while he would grade papers and meet with students. It is a stunning campus filled with breathtaking architecture and history.

The bride began her morning getting ready in the bridal suite as the ladies had their hair and make-up done by Primped. We captured all the details including the bride’s beautiful ring purchased at a local Tennessee jeweler and the invitations from Minted. The bride then got on her stunning Morilee gown from the Wedding Shoppe.

The groom had prepared for the day and was filled with excitement and anticipation. We then utilized the incredible grounds of the University of Northwestern as spring had finally shown it’s face on this glorious May afternoon. The wedding party joined us for photos, ladies in beautiful navy gowns from Azazie, and the men looking sharp in their grey Calvin Klein tuxes from Men’s Warehouse. Family also had photos taken and the stunning bouquets and boutonnieres created by Revel & Flourish popped when placed against the spring colors.

The bride and groom then went into hiding while family and friends from all over the United States and England showed up to support and bless the happy couple. The two then exchanged vows in Nazareth Chapel after Ovation String Quartet played a beautiful sonnet and the ceremony ended with a heartfelt exit and then headed into a few golden hour photos. Upon returning to the Nazareth Great Room, the happy couple was greeted by guests from all over the United States. They enjoyed dinner from Bon Appetit and cake from Buttercream. What an incredible night with these two! Congratulations!

Ceremony and Reception:: University of Northwestern// Hair and Make-up:: Primped // Caterer:: Bon Appetit // Florist:: Revel & Flourish // Baker:: Buttercream Cakes // DJ:: Matt of Bellagala // Stationary:: Minted // Wedding Dress:: Morilee from The Wedding Shoppe // Bridesmaid Dresses:: Azazie // Men’s Designer:: Calvin Klein from Men’s Warehouse // Quartet:: Ovation String Quartet //