Carr - Carduff

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Melissa and Brian have been great to work with since the day we met them when they came in to meet us. We knew from the start we would hit it off. They wanted to be different and do lots of things out of the ordinary. Starting with the engagement shoot we took them to a laundry mat (which we have done with one other couple). Melissa was wearing red shoes and it fit in really well putting her in one of the laundry cart/baskets. They were really good sports. People in the laundry mat gave us some weird looks and I think we made the owner a little nervous. But it was cool and we got our shots.

On the wedding day Jeff and I met Melissa with her friends, sisters, mom and grandma at Happiness Plaza Salon where they got their hair done at. All the ladies hair was as Mel described it Victorian with a modern twist. She carried the theme throughout using peacock feathers in their hair and wearing black chic dresses. Mel's dress was made from English netting with the most beautiful beadwork, antique gold in color with a V-neck. Christina Wu wedding dresses are known as having a timeless style and elegant look. Mel looked absolutely stunning and fit with the theme and right in where they got married, The Scottish Rite (very victorian and elegant). After the ladies had all their hair done we all headed over to the Scottish Rite where the ladies finished getting ready. One of Mel's friends did Mel's make-up in the brides room.

When it was time for Mel to get in her dress the ladies were all ready and helped her. Her mom and grandma assisted. Since Melissa and Brian had decided not to see each other we took Melissa and the ladies all around the facility and got some really killer shots. When it was time to start the ceremony guests were lined outside the Scottish Rite and down the sidewalks waiting their turn to be seated in their assigned seat and table. Guests filled the room as both sets of parents came down the grand staircase in the ballroom. Brian looked very handsome as he had a suit fitted to fit. Brian saw his bride for the first time that day as she came down the stairs and greeted him at the landing where the parents gave their children away to be married.

The ceremony was done by a friend from college and was very short and sweet. After the ceremony we proceeded to get more shots of family and finished with the two of them taking them all around the gorgeous place. When we finished they grabbed a bite to eat which was catered by Blue Moon which consisted of salad, beef, grilled chicken, green beans, mashed potatoes and bread. Following they were announced down the grand stair case to enter their reception and start their dance. Blue Eyed Soul was the band that played instead of having a DJ. They were really good! Definitely would recommend them. They played as Melissa and Brian danced their first dance as husband and wife. Then they had the parent's dances where Melissa and Brian danced with each of the parents. After that they cut their cake and toasts followed by friends. Guests all mingled and had a great time. Melissa and Brian had hired a a guy to run a photo booth which was really fun to watch and capture as people would pile in to get some fun pics.

We want to thank you Mel and Brian for having us document your special day. We had a blast and you both along with both families made us feel very welcome. You all were great and we hope you stay in touch.

Tyff and Jeff