After we shot a fun “love session” this Spring, I knew I would have fun with these two at their Woman’s Club of Portsmouth Wedding. They are just so natural together- Completely themselves and oh SO cute snuggling… and they totally get my kind of crazy! hahahah!! They really impressed me at their session…

But they REALLY blew me away on their wedding day!

A week before this special day, Meredith’s Father, Bill, passed away.

No words. It’s SO tragic. SO awful. My heart sank when I received the email. I just can’t even imagine.

But these two held each other close, leaned on one another and the day came together perfectly. The way Rigers looked at Meredith… The way he touched her… goose bumps, y’all! They are the real deal. Two people who truly love and care for one another.  Their love is so beautiful.

Meredith wore her daddy’s shirt to get ready in, a picture of his smiling face sat on the table and his love and presence filled the air… He wasn’t here physically, but I know he was there in spirit!

The day was super laid back and calm… Everyone was relaxed and smiling. Champagne and Blush tones filled the beautiful Woman’s Club of Portsmouth, DIY touches on the tables, beautiful and simple floral arrangements on the tables, with little honey jars! AH so sweet! LOVED the details!!

Meredith and Rigers chose to do a first look (AHH LOVE FIRST LOOKS!!) and it was so beautiful to see them have that moment before all the fun started… Rigers was totally blown away by his bride, if you can’t tell by the look on his face in the photos below. 🙂

After their beautiful ceremony, the party started… and if you’ve never been to an Albanian wedding, YOU ARE MISSING OUT, MY FRIENDS!!!! But you came to the right place to get a little glimpse 😉 Dancing, dancing, MONEY, dancing, FIRE, dancing… laughter, tradition, family, and friends….

IT WAS AMAZING!

 

Mere + Rigers,

I am so thankful for your kindness. I truly am so honored to have been chosen to capture your special day.

I hope you LOVE these as much as I do!!
XOXOOXOOXOOX

Right after her mom finished the poem in honor of Meredith’s dad, her veil picked up in the wind, and totally gave me amazing goose bumps. He was right there with you, Mere!!! <3

Vendors:

Main Photographer: Christina Barnum Photography,

*BIG THANKS TO Callie of Callie Hardman Photography for second shooting and assistant, Brianna, of Brianna Christine Photography! Love you ladies!

Dress: Allure Romance from Maya Couture on Main

Florist: Studio Posy

Ceremony and Reception Venue: Woman’s Club of Portsmouth

Wedding Planner/Coordinator: Kelly Zajac and Stacy Moore

DJ: Roger Cruz

Hair: Behind the Veil

Makeup: Marissa Aguire

Cake: Shockleys Sweet Shoppe, Duck Donuts

Catering: Catering Concepts

Bridesmaids Dresses: Bill Levkoff, Maya Couture on Main

Groomsmen: The Men’s Warehouse

Favors: Honey jars, Horseshow Point Honey, Suffolk, VA

Rentals: Distinctive Event Rentals, Waterford Event Rentals