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And now make a little time for the perfect-in-every-way same day edit shot by Studio Z Films. It’s four minutes of total perfection

From the Bride…The moment I realized our wedding reception completely came alive is the moment Matt and I waltzed into our reception to a roaring crowd of amazing friends and family. I couldn’t get over the details, especially the perfectly chosen three dimensional flower linens in a beautiful royal blue, the petite and very modern silverware, the lighting, the flowers, and what I had always dreamed… a clear tent for dancing with a rocking live band to complete the space! I felt like a movie star, but most importantly I’ve never felt so much love, passion, and genuine happiness in one place. Our chandeliers over the green grass gave the tent a a very romantic and rustic feel. I’m a bride that wanted elements from every aspect of my life – A little city, a bit of tradition, a spark of modern flare, of course some country, and topped with rustic Tuscany flair! Who would have thought we could combine all these elements, make it work and have a BLAST?!  Advise for any bride — pick a planner you can spill all your dreams and thoughts to, have someone to follow you and capture every moment live, and YES- that absolutely goes together on your wedding day!!

From Studio Z Films…Lesley and Matt’s incredibly stunning wedding took place in Marion, Ohio, just north of Columbus.  The insanely talented Kasey Conyers with Bliss Weddings and Events was at the helm with her eye for design and second to none coordination skills.  After their beautiful ceremony, the party began at the home of Lesley’s parents.  A massive multi-tent reception greeted the guests as did Kasey’s designs.  This wedding could only be described as an elegant rock concert.  It was very classy but also equally fun and full of life.  Lesley’s brother even wrote and performed their first dance song that was full of their story.  Lesley and Matt asked us to create a Same Day Edit to play for their guests that night.  This is the film that played during dinner.

Design + Coordination: Bliss Wedding and Events / Floral Design: Flowers on Orchard Lane / Wedding Photography: Annie Sturgis Photography / Entertainment: Grand Avenue Band / Wedding Cinematography: Studio Z Films

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From Valerie,” When I first spoke with Natasha, she knew that she wanted an all white and cream wedding, with the only colors being the green of the flowers. I soon discovered that both of the bride and groom’s parents had moved to the US from Russia, so we started planning a loose “Ice” theme…

“The chuppah was designed with white fabric and hanging crystals strung with orchids.”

“The ballroom was up-lit in pale blue with leaf silhouettes to showcase the venue, the Botanical Gardens. Guests found their names on elegant rhinestone escort cards hung on white trees. The white satin linens and embroidered leaf organza overlays, chargers and specific silver flatware completed the settings. When guests found their tables, they were greeted with hand-made, personally calligraphied menus.”

“Natasha was born in Zhdanov, Ukraine.  She and her parents immigrated to the United States when she was five years old. Through mutual friends and family, Ronald’s and Natasha’s paths crossed many times during the ensuing years, but it wasn’t until December 2003 that they fell in love.  And as the saying goes, the rest is history!”

A huge thanks to Valarie Kirkbride, one of our great Little Black Book Wedding Planners in Cleveland and the surrounding areas. She’s provided us with an extensive list of wedding vendors involved in Natasha & Ronald’s beautiful wedding … Photography by Easywind Studio, Ice Sculpture by Elegant Ice Creations, Music by Grand Avenue Band, Cake by Flour Girl, Catering by Bon Appetit, Floral décor by Grande Designs, Lighting by Vincent Lighting, Videography by Moonstruck Productions.

For more of Valarie’s dazzling weddings, please visit her website and blog!

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