I don’t think I’ve ever been so excited about a blog post, as I am about this one.
We spent the weekend photographing Kate and Justin’s destination wedding in the Mountains on the border of West Virginia and Virginia. It was absolutely gorgeous warm fall day, with the leaves just starting to turn. Four Fillies Lodge was the perfect backdrop for Kate and Justin’s Wedding. Tucked away with cabins for family and friends to stay with, a ceremony in the woods, and an incredible lodge for a reception, you have everything you need for a wedding weekend.
I don’t think I could’ve been blessed with a more perfect couple. Not only were Kate and Justin a joy to work with, but their family and friends were amazing, and welcoming as well. It always so much fun when the bridal party wants to do fun shots as well, including sunglasses and jumping (I’m a huge fan of jump shots!) I don’t think I’ve hugged a bride and groom so much! I love being able to connect with my couples and be more than just a photographer.
Kate and Justin met on Saint Patrick’s Day in 2013, and what a lucky day that was for them! (Which is funny because that is Andrey and I’s dating anniversary as well!) After a surprise proposal on the beach in South Carolina, they started planning their Fall Wedding for the next year. These two have such a sweet and fun connection. They are hilarious together, and I can’t wait to see where their lives take them.
Check out some of my favorites from their day!
Want more of Kate & Justin? Check out their engagement session here!
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- Kate and Justin read special vows they had written to each other during their first look.
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- Justin had to check out the amazing back of Kate’s Dress!
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- One of the gifts to her bridesmaids was this simple arrow cuff which was a perfect addition.
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- Maker’s Mark for this Whiskey/Bourbon loving couple!
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- A little silly sibling love with the Cowan’s!
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- Kate and Justin had a bourbon box that they put their vows and a good bottle of bourbon in to open on their 5th anniversary!
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- Kate walked down the aisle to Beauty & The Beast which made my Disney loving heart flutter!
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- nailing down the lid to their bourbon box
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- One of my favorite shots of the evening.
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- the back detail on Kate’s dress was amazing!
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- Running through the venue was this adorable creek! Four Fillies Lodge was such a picture perfect venue!
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- Justin and Kate love to travel, and I couldn’t think of a more perfect guest book!
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- Kate’s Maid of Honor and Sister gave a beautiful and hilarious speech.
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- You may notice a slight change in Kate’s outfit. She changed into a fun reception dress so she could dance the night away!
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- Justin’s brother Josh, was his best man!
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- Let the Dance Battle begin, after Kate and her father & Justin and his mom danced, they challenged each other to a dance off.
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- The IU crowd!
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- The Perdue Crowd!
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- Friends since grade school! So sweet!
Check out their awesome vendors:
Venue: Four Fillies Lodge
Day of Coordination: Janet Boothe
Invitations: Athena Street Creative (one of Kate’s Bridesmaids!)
Wedding Dress: Ivy and Aster purchased from Lux Redux Bridal Boutique
Bridesmaids Dresses: Samantha Paige
Groom & Groomsmen Suits: Jos. A. Bank
Catering: Big Whiskey BBQ
Cake: Classic Cakes
DJ: DJ Bravo Live
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