Isabel, sweet girl. You were as precious as they come. A little bundle of wonder and awe. I loved every second of documenting you with your mom and dad.

Liz and Nico are married!

It might have been one of the most emotional wedding days for me. I’ll tell you why in a minute.

Liz and Nico met one fateful night in college. Sharing a first date as any true Pittsburgher would - at Primanti's. These two were preparing to welcome their son when Nico surprised Liz with a proposal in front of their families. They tied the knot at the  Doubletree by Hilton Cranberry with the help of their son, Braxon!! 

Liz was stunning in her Justin Alexander  gown. She added lace elbow length gloves to her bridal look and it was perfection. Nico was looking sharp as ever as he waited for his bride during their snowy first look! Now Liz was really hoping for snow for their portraits. We don’t often get snowy when we want it but man did nature out do itself!! The snow was so magical!

The hotel was home to the ceremony and reception. Icy blue and silver for winter glam vibe. Florals were out of this world epic from Karri Hlista Designs. 

One of my favorite parts of they day was their ceremony! Cue the tears as Nico walked down the aisle carrying Braxon. They both waiting for Liz to make her grand entrance. It was one of the sweetest walks down the aisle I have ever witnessed. Not just a bride and groom but a family, coming together to be united in front of all of their guests. Braxon was so funny during the ceremony it helped everyone share some laughs in between the happy tears. The reception was a huge party and let me tell you these folks know how to waltz!

Congratulations to the newlyweds!!

Vendors

Officiant: A Simple Vow

Bakery: Tin Man Sweets Bake Shoppe

Invites: Minted wedding

Wedding Dress: Justin Alexander

Bridesmaids Attire: Sequins are Bari Jay ; Chiffon dresses are MoriLee

Groom/Groomsman attire: Men's Warehouse

Hair: Alyssa Perla out "Pure: A salon" Murrysville, PA

Makeup: Makeup Design Studio by Lyndsie Hinch

Florist: Karrie Hlista Designs

DJ: Randall Martin Entertainment

Reception: DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh-Cranberry

Samantha + Matt lucked out with a beautiful fall day in the burgh. We have literally had rain almost every weekend and I thought the leaves would all be gone. But fall held on this year, I think Mother Nature knew we needed to have a few days to enjoy the season before winter strikes.

Sam + Matt wanted to start their session in Shadyside because they met at Mario’s on Walnut St and I can’t resist incorporating an important location! Our second stop was the Walled Garden at Mellon Park. Fall perfection commenced!