Real Wedding: Ashley and Chris, VIII

Thank you so much to Ashley and Chris for sharing their big day with us…needless to say, it was absolutely spectacular. Knowing that you designed and crafted so many (or rather all) of the details yourself is well, inspiring. And thank you to April Smith for capturing the wedding in all its beauty…allowing us to see the outpouring of love and laughter behind every shot.

A few last words from Ashley, the lovely bride…

So, aside from the special things that happened in our ceremony, I think what made our wedding special was the love.  We had so much love on that day. Not just between Chris and I, but with our families and with our friends.  You can see it and feel it in our pictures.  Everyone worked so hard to put together this wedding.  My mom and her girlfriends with their master creative minds and their abilties to execute everything to a T, the bridesmaids wrapping ribbons around their bouquets before the ceremony.  Everyone came together to help and to celebrate our marriage and it made Chris and I feel so loved and so honored to have family and friends like we do.  It honestly felt magical and the only regret I have is that the night had to end!

I have way more photos than I actually put on the blog, so if there is anything that you’d like to see more of, let me know and I’ll get them up tomorrow!

21 Comments about “Real Wedding: Ashley and Chris, VIII”

1. Anne says:

   January 20, 2009 at 6:39 pm

   Your wedding looks absolutely beautiful! I would love to see more pictures. Thank you!
2. Elizabeth says:

   January 20, 2009 at 6:54 pm

   What a beautiful, beautiful wedding! It looks enchanting and so romantic!
3. Elizabeth says:

   January 20, 2009 at 7:00 pm

   This is a stunning wedding! Where did you get those gorgeous chandeliers?
4. JennyS says:

   January 20, 2009 at 7:53 pm

   I would LOVE to see more pictures of this gorgeous wedding! Does anyone know where she got her beautiful dress? I'm looking for something exactly like that =)
5. Abby Larson says:

   January 20, 2009 at 8:18 pm

   The dress is style Tiffany, by Augusta Jones.
6. Rebecca says:

   January 20, 2009 at 9:00 pm

   I LOVE this wedding! This is exactly what I'd love to do for my wedding. Any more pictures of the bridal party? I love the bridesmaid dresses, any details as to where she got them?
7. Rebecca says:

   January 20, 2009 at 9:01 pm

   I'd LOVE to see more pictures of any part of this wedding!
8. Jen says:

   January 20, 2009 at 9:38 pm

   Was this a small wedding? Are there any photos of the guests tables? Invitations? I love this wedding...so pretty!!!
9. Abby Larson says:

   January 20, 2009 at 9:42 pm

   there were 41 guests...though I do have a few more shots of additional tables that I can share in the morning:)
10. Angela says:

    January 20, 2009 at 11:02 pm

    I am blown away by the images!! Absolutely stunning photos.
11. Maren says:

    January 21, 2009 at 12:32 am

    Where are the hanging votive holders from? Did she make them herself?
12. christine says:

    January 21, 2009 at 12:46 am

    I would love to see more of this wedding, the BM flowers, the table decor etc! Where did she get those hanging votives? And where are those lanterns from that are lining the walkway? Thanks ! More photos please!
13. Maren says:

    January 21, 2009 at 12:50 am

    I *need* those votive holders....did she make them herself, or did she buy them somewhere?
14. hannah is mariages chic says:

    January 21, 2009 at 4:13 am

    what a lovely wedding. i love the liberal use of candlelight in a way that is thematic while having diverse textures.just gorgeous.
15. GT says:

    January 21, 2009 at 10:02 am

    I would have to say that this is the best wedding you've featured yet!
16. Kayleigh says:

    January 21, 2009 at 12:49 pm

    I absolutely love the wedding! It has tipped me back over to having chocolate colored BM dresses for our June 27 wedding! I would love to see all & any other pictures! It is absolutely stunning!!
17. Kayleigh says:

    January 21, 2009 at 12:50 pm

    One last comment/question.....I am looking for where you got your vases/planters for your table centerpieces, they are amazing...
18. April says:

    January 21, 2009 at 2:30 pm

    This was my FAVORITE wedding that I photographed in 2008. I can't thank Ashley enough for allowing me to be a part of her special day! And I am so honored that Abby has chosen to feature this wedding. Ashley and her mom did an amazing job putting everything together! Plus, Ashley is stunning, isn't she?!? I am so glad that you all love the photos! :)
19. Elizabeth says:

    January 21, 2009 at 4:41 pm

    I believe those lanterns lining the walkway are actually luminarias. White paper bags, sand or kitty litter inside with a votive candle for light.
20. Suzie says:

    January 21, 2009 at 9:40 pm

    Ashley needs to write a step-by-step instructional guide accompanied by her amazing pictures!!! I'm the mother of a bride whose wedding is in July, and not being wealthy or creative or even "in the know" about weddings, I need help desperately. Care to share your mother's input? You and she could actually go into the business of wedding planning (once you get over the honeymoon stage ;-).
21. Deirdre Ingram says:

    January 28, 2009 at 6:49 am

    It is so wonderful to see such a beautifully elegant wedding that didn't cost a million dollars! Ahley, you and your Mom are an inspiration. Like a few of the other posters, I would love to know where you acquired the planters/urns for the centerpieces. They are stunning with your mom's floral design.

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