Milk and Cookies With Lindsey & John
You KNOW we love clever engagement shoots … and this just about takes the cake! mmm… or, rather … the cookies…
Sent to us by the ALWAYS exciting, Kristin Vining … Lindsey and John’s e*shoot is just too cute!!
Lindsey and John are planning their vintage glam September wedding with the assistance of Weddings And The City ~ WATC was founded by this same incredible photographer, Kristin Vining!
from the soon-to-be-groom, John …
The first time I saw a picture of Lindsey my heart started racing. Her curly blonde hair and perfect smile knocked me off my feet. She was absolutely stunning. I realize only so much can be translated through a photo, but it was like she reached right inside me and touched my soul. It was one of those moments that only happen in a cheesy romance movie, and yet there I was. The rush of emotion was overwhelming and scary all at the same time. Could simply looking at a picture tell such a story? A story as though you already knew that person looking back at you from a sheet of high gloss paper? I would have to wait two months before time would begin to unveil the most incredible story of my life.
Lindsey has also shared some of their plans with us and we thought it would be fun for you to hear just a bit …
Our goal is to try to keep the wedding costs to a minimum and that’s why we’re doing all of these DIY projects. I’ve made everything down to the bridesmaid’s bouquets which are replicas of the Kate Spade Feather Puff. I’ve also designed our Save the Dates and created an oversized front/ back postcard. I then had them printed for a total cost of $32!! We plan to limit the amount of flowers and really utilize feathers… in a tasteful way. We’re getting married in an art museum located downtown which has a roof top that overlooks the city. Seating will be inside and outside … and we’re utilizing large 36” balloons to add height within the room and the outside. Sorry, I’m probably overloading you with SO much information – I’m just too excited!
Lyndsey and John’s engagement photos make me think of the now famous quote … Life is not measured by the number of breaths you take, but by the moments that take your breath away ~ George Carlin (1937-2008).
*** the front of their save-the-date ***
We look forward to hearing more from Lindsey and John in the very near future!
Love the photos Kristin!!
What a precious e-session! This couple is sooo fabulous!!
Wow! I love that! I hope we'll get to see pictures of their wedding too!
I love it! John brought tears to my eyes! Can't wait until September! Love you both ~ Chi
Wow!!! This couple is HOT!! I can't wait to see wedding pictures!!!
Such a deserving and PRECIOUS couple. I cannot believe I'm LUCKY enough to get to capture the images AND be part of the planning process!! THANK YOU L+J AND Style Me Pretty - we love you, Eddye!!!
Beautifully captured.
wow. those are simply amazing.
ABSOLUTELY LOVE THESE SHOTS! The chemistry of this couple just leaps off each image. The hats are adorable!
I'm absolutely loving the shoes she has on with the polka dot dress. Anyone recognize them?
Unique, cleaver and timeless! I'm in love with these pictures!
Just have to say, I'm in Love! My engagement session is at the end of the month and we are doing a vintage theme as well. I will be forever in your debt Lindsey, if you could share with me where you purchased your outfits. Or have any idea where I could find something similar. Definitely not trying to be a copy-cat, but any help would be fabulous! Congratulations to you and your soon-to-be hubby!!
-Scarlett
Lindsey, your engagement pictures are stunning, and your wedding sounds like it will be gorgeous. Would you mind sharing with us where you found your lace dress and vintage barrette? They're beautiful.
every shot is incredible. he rocks that fedora. and Lindsey looks beautiful in that dress!
Hi everyone, thank you all so much for your sweet words, we had such a wonderful time!!! I absolutely adore our photographer Kristin Vining who is such a joy to work with and makes us feel so comfortable!! Even my fiancé John had a great time! Thank you Kristin – we love you!
As for the wardrobe… so much fun!! I purchased my pokadot dress and shoes from Anthropology earlier in the year – best place to pull off the vintage look!! My hairpiece actually fell off my favorite pairs of shoes which I then turned into a barrette. :) My hats and John’s newsboy cap came from Belk. My lace dress was actually something that I borrowed from one of my best friends she also purchased it from Belk.
Lots of love to you all ~ Lindsey
I had a feeling, the polka dot was Anthropologie, It had their look all over it! One last question, and I'll leave you alone! is the lace dress new from Belk or something your friend has had for awhile? Thanks!!
xoxo,
scarlett
Hi Scarlett – The lace dress was purchased by my friend I think last summer at Belk so it might be hard to find. Check out this website… some of their clothes are a little over the top but you might have some luck finding something fun + flirty for your engagement pictures! I love their 50’s era dresses!! Good luck and congratulations on your engagement Scarlett. http://www.unique-vintage.com/
Love ~ Lindsey
Lindsey,
Where did you get your save the dates printed so cheaply? We are doing postcards for our seating cards and I'm looking to keep costs down.
Stassja
Hi Stassja - I created the front and back of the “oversized” postcard in photoshop and uploaded them to the vistaprint.com – they did a great job!! I also had personalized stamps made with a picture of John + myself from www.zazzle.com. Hope this helps!
Love ~ Lindsey
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