classy romantic studio bridals

I have had the privilege of working with Jake + Deleena several times over the past 6 years, including photographing their proposal, engagement photos and wedding.

When D reached out about doing a studio bridal session, just for fun, I was of course all in! They are a stunning couple and her dress is absolutely stunning. We decided to do a 2 part shoot - first in a casual outfit, and the second in their wedding attire. I’ll be sharing more from their session later, but for now, enjoy these bridals.

young love playful romantic orange county elopement

you’ll want to scroll to the bottom on this one…trust me!

I’ve been blessed enough to be able to capture so many years of Kegan + John’s love story. When they got engaged last fall, SO many wedding ideas came + went. With so many major life changes up in the air, they ultimately decided to elope - an intimate ceremony, just the two of them + a day full of joy + laughter that is 10000% representative of who they are as a couple.

John in his custom Baynes and Baker suit, Kegan in her BHLDN gown -they officially became husband and wife at the Laguna Hills Civic Center - which is absolutely STUNNING with the water fountain, arches, white walls + palm trees, all which made her bouquet look even more beautiful!

Right after, we went to In-N-Out for lunch - one of their favorite spots…and I mean, HOW FUN?!? I still get so excited about it since we don’t have one super nearby.

We of course had to grab pictures with their sweet doodle Winston before heading to Downtown Disney - seriously y’all..my DREAM DAY! While most of Disney is still shut down, we were able to go into California Adventure where they shared a churro, danced on Buena Vista Street, Kegan got her bride ears, and we snapped some photos in front of the old car, plane + trolly.

Next up was Corona Del Mar beach for frolicking at sunset, popping off champagne, cutting the cake, exchanging their personal vows (major tears!!) and lighting their unity candle.

To top it off - jumping in the pool in their full wedding attire! Seriously, made all my wedding day dreams come true!

See now why you’ve gotta scroll all the way down?!

romantic private chateau winter elopement

these two + this place…an absolute DREAM!!!

Cherise + Beau are the type of people that you feel better for simply having met them. They are so incredibly kind + generous - their love for one another + those around them just pour out…it’s really quite magical.

Being able to capture the beauty of their love in a place like this, it was unreal.

château de l'amour is so dream like on it’s own..then the snow came + I swear this place is right out of a fairytale.

carefree downtown urban martina liana bridal session

urban bridal sessions are highly underrated…

I mean, just look at these…I love the vibe of the city, the different buildings and the way the light comes in.

AND THIS DRESS!!! Martina Liana makes some of the most gorgeous, dreamy dresses around! Plus, these two are just FIRE!

industrial indoor elopement

Style + Design: Mae&Co Creative

Florals: Good Seed Floral

Hand Lettering: Old City Mailroom

Cake: Caydee Anne

Rentals: Something Borrowed PDX

Bridal Boutique: A and Be Portland

Dress Designer: Alexandra Grecco

Hair & Makeup: Alex Radekin

Venue: Flinn Block Hall

moody romantic elopement

This was by far one of the coolest things I've ever been a part of. These two are fire together - so much love + passion. Cheyenne + I started talking about everything this day should be + my goodness - We had a dream team that made all the visions come to life + it was perfect.