Kayli + Chris and this gorgeous styled summer wedding at @valleyviewfarmwedding in the Berkshires is up on the blog! Scroll to see some of my favorite shots and then head to the blog to hear all about the beautiful inspo that @wildflowereventsdesign created! Hot tip: Don’t be afraid to incorporate COLOR in your wedding design! And if you want it done RIGHT, hire @wildflowereventsdesign AND @sweettalkfloral (the QUEEN of COLORFUl fliers) to bring your vision to life! Link in bio for all the fabulous deets! Host + Design @wildflowereventsdesign Florals @sweettalkfloral Venue @valleyviewfarmwedding Bridal Gown @everthinebridal @ruedeseinebridal @akirstinbridal Hair and Makeup @upstyle.co Stationery @stephanietarastationery Caterer @wheelhouse.farm Cake @themixingbowlbyjules Draping @tiedyeandtonic Models @kayli_n @remy_christopherr @ambivalentmind_ Dining Chairs @gatherandlounge Envelope Calligraphy @nancyfavoritocalligraphy Gauze Napkins @snassycrafter 
Whoever says styled shoots “aren’t real weddings” is right! But styled shoots offer so many lessons that parallel a real wedding. I plan all of my styled shoots and workshops in a similar way and with the same core values that I approach my weddings with my couples. This week’s workshop that I hosted for photographers was a doozy. With rain delays and a change of venue 24 hours prior to the start time of the workshop, it could have easily imploded. But having done enough of this and shot as many weddings (particularly during COVID-times), I took a deep breath and powered through. Lucky for me I booked a ROCKSTAR team of vendors (this is so key!)that was able to weather the storms and allow me to focus on the big picture, the details AND the experience of everyone in attendance- whether that was the couples, the photographers, or the other vendors involved. Looking through the photos from Wednesday, you would never know the potential chaos that occurred behind the scenes, but I think this shoot was a testament to can come from styled shoots. I hope these shoots inspire couples as to what can be. Showcase how a solid team of vendors (that I’m always happy to recommend!) can handle no matter what’s thrown at them and find beauty in the breakdown. And honestly, it was kind of a test for me at times to prove to myself how much I could handle, even when nothing seems to be working out- and I think we knocked this Wes Anderson meets Cottage Core vibe out of the park! Real love. Real life. Real commitment & dedication. That’s what you will always get from me, no matter what I share. Very proud of this team, these couples, and the photographers who made this day amazing. I hope it inspires you and strengthens the trust you have in wedding vendors who are responsible for one of the biggest days of your life. I cannot what to make this kind of magic for all of my couples this year! I hope you all enjoy a first peek into what we created! Special shout-out to @themaineventbykelly for your help with planning and to my girl @bethclevelandphoto for everything you do! ♥️ DREAM TEAM in the comments! 
Happy👏 👏 PR🌈DE! Bringing Addison & Joel’s bussin’ energy to celebrate the first day of Pride Month today! Ya know what my least favorite question I get asked is? “Are you comfortable shooting with same-sex or LGBTQIA+ couples?” 🤯🤯🤯🤯 It pains me that anyone even feels they still need to ask that. Well, for the record - 10000000 precent, AB👏SO👏LUTE👏LY! I am proud to be an ally and I am here for my she’s, gays and they’s, AND my he’s- as this is, has been and will always be a safe-space and a place of inclusivity, no matter who you are, what you look like, and who you love. I believe love is love is love, and you CAN sit with me. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 Can I get a “yassss” queen? Double tap if you feel me. ♥️ Hope you ALL enjoy this beautiful sunshiney 🌈 day! PLANNING, DESIGN + HOST: @cassandradayephotography @cassandradayeweddingco SUPER 8 VIDEO: @cassandradayephotography VENUE: @poconopalms HAIR: @itsyourbeautycall MUA: @color_me_gorgeousxo CAKE: @olivesunflourbakes FLORIST: @rubyriversfloral STATIONERY: @handmadedarling RENTALS: @chippywhitetable BALLOON INSTALL: @welldressedevents MODELS: @condrea.me @ahagan_ @moorehisstyle @annaivanovaphotoandfilm @gonzillabass DRESS RENTAL: @jjpdressrentals BOHO GOWN: @ruedeseinebridal ADDITIONAL WARDROBE: @asos @asos_man @nastygal 
Welcome the unofficial beginning of summer with one very wet weekend, but a little water never stopped us! 🌊 Gearing up to welcome the start of wedding season with an approach like Kat + Nick at this sunrise session at Juno beach- perfectly imperfect, messy & wild, but no matter the weather or the storms life throw at us, going to make the most of it and have fun doing it! 🙌 From sea to shining sea, wishing you all a Happy Memorial Day! Tag your favorite vet in the comments and share your appreciation. 🇺🇸 
“Getting lost Upstate” vibes 🌲 
A ceremony backdrop that converts to a bar backdrop? Yes, please! Consider repurposing decor items for your wedding to save money! Your ceremony backdrop can be moved behind your sweetheart table during your reception, create a cool photo opp for your guests, or do like @kelseyraedesigns and make it work double duty as your bar decor! Love this unique backdrop by @paigemakes that feels both modern and retro 😍 Finding vendors that can help find ways to maximize your budget is key! What’s your best value saving tip for wedding days? Drop Em in the comments! Host @modernloveevent Design: @kelseyraedesigns Venue: @14tenn.828 Dresses: @thedresstheorynashville @thedresstheory Rentals: @pleasebeseatedrentals Floral Design: @petalsandfields @paigemakes Hair and Makeup @1011makeup Paper goods and signage @velvetfoxdesigns Napkins @catalogatelier