credits

rehearsal dinner: Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens (blog post coming later this week!)

coordinator: McBride Events, Jennifer and her staff rocked!
ceremony: Beth Ahabah
venue: Commonwealth Club
florist: White House Flowers
ceremony music: Molly Sharp
reception band: No Soul
cake: Kalico Kitchen
hair and make up: Mango

How did you meet?

We met through a mutual friend who went from kindergarten – 12th grade with Christie and then went to medical school at Vanderbilt with Evan.  We were friends for years first – but once we saw the light, we knew we’d found “IT.”

engaged couple

I will be posting Christie’s bridal session at a later date but here’s a little preview

blue ridge mountain bride

She got ready at her parent’s home…

bride getting ready

mom putting on veil

dad watches bride get ready

bridal silhouette

flower girl

The groom finished up his preparations at the home as well!

groom's sister helps him tie his tie

father of the groom

mother of the groom

What was your favorite moment during the day?

We were filled with joy all day long!  We loved our first moment together – and we could barely take the smiles off our faces for a second after that. From a beautiful, joy-filled ceremony to a fun reception, filled with our family and friends and lots of dancing!

first look

bride and groom first look

and thank you to Christie’s sister, Elizabeth – I photographed her wedding back in 2003!

then

Elizabeth and Ryan (with their daughter) now

alumnae wedding couple

beth ahabah

Ketubah signing

ketubah signing

ready to get married!

father of the bride

jewish wedding ceremony rituals

jewish wedding ceremony

married!

The stunning ballroom at the Commonwealth Club with florals by Tracy White of White House Flowers

commonwealth club

first dance

wedding couple dip

the horah!

horah!

rose petal exit

What next for you as a couple?

Evan is taking Christie on a surprise “mini-moon” the weekend after the wedding.  We leave today and I still don’t know where we’re heading – he’s packing for me.  All I know is I can take our sweet puppy, Nash!!! 

final kiss

View lots more on the slideshow

and see the entire gallery at this link. (password required)

 

What an amazing day!  I knew I loved October and days like this one are one reason why!  Congratulations to Lindsay and Alan who shared this amazing day with me, their family and friends at Oak Ridge Estate.

oak ridge estate

oak ridge estate white oak

and just for Alan

wedding couple with pumpkins

Happily married for almost 20 years.  Time flies when you’re having fun!

happy anniversary my love!

A sneak peek just for brave Katie!

couple in river

and enjoying the downtown architecture

historic downtown

Just this one perfect shot.

celebrations on the reservoir

what a fun couple!

house mountain inn

laughing couple

Coverage by an Allegra’s Studio associate.

The Trivium celebrated their grand opening this weekend!  They are under new ownership and have been spectacularly renovated by Moyanne!

trivium estate and conference center

trivium estate and conference center

moyanne decor

Floral decor and centerpieces provided by Love is in the Air

Love is in the Air

Love is in the Air

Amazing food provided by Avenue Foods Catering

avenue foods catering

See all the images on my facebook page!

How cute are these two?  Congratulations Christie and Evan!

christie sitting at window

groom reading letter

rose petal exit

and be sure to check out their FACEplace station on facebook!

credits

venue: Clifton Inn
caterer: Clifton Inn
florist: Blue Ridge Floral Design
music: Linden Trio
officiant: Sacred Ground Ceremonies
dress and shoes: Max Mara
Hair and makeup: Lora Elaine

How did you meet?

We meet 2 years ago in Washington DC. I was completing my master degree doing an internship at a non profit Foundation.  One night I was missing home and went for a slice of pizza at my local pizza place and Robin walked in.  He heard I was talking in Italian and immediately started talking to me and we sort of clicked! the rest is a lot of traveling back and forth between Italy and DC!!! and the wedding!

invitation

hand to face

Bride in front of window at Clifton Inn

bride in front of window at Clifton Inn

groom getting ready

What detail did you like best about your wedding day?

I loved the floral from Amy at Blue Ridge Floral and the pictures taken from Allegra, they were both amazing and the guests loved it!  Also the food and the whole Clifton Inn experience were amazing and we have some wonderful memories!  I was able to enjoy the whole day and that is was mattered most to both of us!

Blue RIdge Floral centerpiece

wedding hands

married

groom's is happy

kiss

What was your favorite moment during your wedding day?

The moment were Robin introduced all the guest, we were only 29, and everyone gave a speech about how they met us and what they wished for us! It was so emotional and sweet and not planned! Loved it!!!

speeches

mom crying

What’s next on your calender as a couple?

We have the all Italian celebrations to tackle!!  For now honeymoon!!!

couple outside the Clifton Inn

 

View lots more images on their slideshow!

and click on this link to access their full online gallery!

What an amazing couple!  Congratulations you two and most especially, thank you for your service!
military couple

military couple on the sea walk

and man can those navy folks party!  See the FACEplace Station pictures with free downloads here!

FACEplace party station