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20 Mar | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

How To Not Miss A Single Moment Of Your Wedding

There’s no doubt photography is an art form. That’s why the people who go to school for photography earn BFA’s. But it’s funny; whenever I’m asking friends what they’re looking for in a wedding photographer, the art always comes second. Instead, they tell me they want someone who is fun to be around, who won’t …

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19 Mar | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

Tuscany is What Destination Wedding Dreams Are Made Of

This Italian shoot is a pairing of romance, breathtaking gowns and old world charm set aglow with candlelight. A.k.a. Tuscan Heaven. Masterminded by Honey and Cinnamon, with florals by Myrtle et Olive and the scenic grounds of Castello di Vicarello, this shoot is all the reason you need to hightail it to Italy. But lest you need …

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19 Mar | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

6 Things That 42 Years of Marriage Have Taught Me

Deciding to marry is a giant leap of faith in many ways. When I was young, committing to live my days with another seemed a stretch of the imagination. In my wildest dreams I couldn’t imagine being old together. Getting married at twenty-two, having just graduated from college, we certainly had not devoted much time …

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19 Mar | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

Why “Simplicity” Is the New IT Trend of 2018

We’re all for embracing trends, especially if that trend is a little something more on the simple side. So this year we’re turning our attention to the clean lines and beautiful fabrics that are gracing the runways – like the ones we’ve seen in the Spring 2018 Collection from Allure Bridals. This award-winning team of …

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19 Mar | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

Our $16K, Homespun, Community-Built Wedding In The Middle Of Nowhere

allie, Nonprofit fundraising & jim, moving company manager Sum-up of the wedding vibe: Community-built party weekend in the middle of nowhere. Planned budget: $15,000 Actual budget: $16,000 Number of guests: 75 LOCATION: Annapolis, California Where we allocated the most funds: Photography, food and drink, and venue. Having amazing photos to remember the weekend by was number one in …

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19 Mar | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

Take Notes: This Is How to Create Rustic Elegance

Rustic elegance is the name of the game for this Maryland wedding, planned and designed by Sarah Park Events. The key to bringing that sophisticated vibe to a barn venue is in the luxe linens and rich accents, like gold, hand-callgraphed stationery and dramatic black bridesmaids’ gowns. Trust us, you’ll want notes on how to …

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16 Mar | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

Riding Off Into the Sunset in a Baby Blue Thunderbird

For these college sweethearts, who’s love story is as sweet and romantic as they come, a wedding overlooking the hills of Malibu was the perfect way to celebrate “I Do”. Edible florals and Marie Antoinette’s summer hamlet were the inspiration for this blushing alfresco affair planned by Smith + James Events, with florals by Heirloom …

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16 Mar | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

APW Happy Hour

Hey Guys, It has been a crazy week! If you follow along on Instagram stories, you may have seen that there was a technical glitch with APW this week. You likely wouldn’t have even noticed unless you check the site multiple times a day, but from our side it was like playing whack a mole …

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16 Mar | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

How to Show off Your Playful Side and Still Look Completely Glamorous

Jumping on the Jenny by Jenny Yoo bandwagon wasn’t a difficult decision to make, and with the release of the line’s second collection, we’ve officially reached obsessed status. That’s because these gowns are the sort of dresses that demand an audience – from the ultra-soft fabrics to the three-dimensional embroidery. We’re totally on board with …

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16 Mar | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

An At Home Engagement Session That’ll Set Your Heart Aflutter

At home engagement sessions are officially my new jam. The cozy and intimate atmosphere created by being in your own space is unparalleled, and with this gorgeous couple plus Sierra Ramke there to add her special touch, it turns into something so beautiful, words don’t really do it justice. I love this e-sesh so much, I …

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