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MOODY HISTORIC SHADY LANE WEDDING

Elizabeth and Dave’s moody historic shady lane wedding was certainly filled with their personalities and style. Elizabeth was super intuitive with good details. She wanted to make sure that they showcased details that made their guests really say “oh wow, that’s so them.” Every single corner was dripping in details, and Elizabeth and Dave kept saying how thankful they were for their day going on without a hitch.

There were so many special moments that were incorporated on Elizabeth and Dave’s wedding day. There were definitely some things that were a surprise, but also things that were planned. But every single moment fully encompassed the love of every single family member and friend.

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Elizabeth’s grandfather means the world to her. I mean the whole entire world. So the moment when he first saw her was a tear jerker. I’m so thrilled that we were able to be present for this amazing moment. *Wedding tip* – if there are any special moments like this that are going to happen, try to be sure that your photographer is nearby!
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This was another MAJOR special moment. Both Elizabeth and Dave both made it a priority that Elizabeth’s grandparents prayed over them before the ceremony. There was NOT a dry eye.

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Guys! THIS MOMENT WAS HUGE. This is Elizabeth’s brother. And the second after the wedding ceremony, he broke down. Like 100% broke down and sobbed. I am thrilled that i was able to be present for this. These are the moments that are absolutely timeless.

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We need to take a moment and focus on these florals. Splints and Daises is a magic worker and brought all of Elizabeth’s dreams to life!

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Let’s check out the desserts. This was another vendor, flouretta sweet, that just simply killed it, and did exactly what Elizabeth had envisioned for her moody historic shady lane wedding.

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To see another wedding of ours, with tons of fun details, check out this NYC wedding HERE!

VENDORS 

venue: historic shady lane | makeup: vero leigh | hair: seven salon | coordinator and designer: sapphire road weddings | florist: splints and daisies | desserts: flouretta sweet | dj: leeroy williams | stationary and paper goods: cork and chambers 

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  1. Mary Kate Anthony says:

    Wow, the attention to detail in this wedding is crazy!!! I LOVE the colors and the vintage details everywhere and you are right, it is literally the perfect blend of moody and romantic. Gorgeous photos of an amazing wedding!! I hope you submit this to be featured somewhere!

    • Sarah Benner says:

      oh i deff did submit it!! haha just waiting for a response! thank you so much!
      yeah the couple knew exactly what they wanted and needed and had the best eye for detail! i say they do it professionally. 😛

  2. Veronica says:

    I get so emotional looking at all the photos again. You really captured the love that Elizabeth & Dave have for each other. You also captured how well a wedding can go when you have a killer vendor team! Love this so hard! ❤️

    • Sarah Benner says:

      xoxoxoxxoxoxxo thanks boo!!

  3. Karen says:

    Every detail is perfection! Absolutely love the colors, the mood and those raw, emotional moments captured!

    • Sarah Benner says:

      the couple was just so perfect and had the best eye for detail!!

  4. Meagan says:

    You two are so perfect! LOVE. And Sarah, girl, your style of shooting and your aesthetic–amazing. 💕

    • Sarah Benner says:

      THANK YOU MEAGAN!!!!! xoxox

  5. Alyssa says:

    Sara, you knocked it out of the park with this wedding! What an incredible couple to work with! Adore the editing, adore the photographs. If I could get married again, you’d definitely be someone I’d be chatting to! Really, really loving this blog post!

    • Sarah Benner says:

      OHHHHH this puts a smile on my face. THANK YOU SO MUCH!! this all means so much coming from you!

  6. Melissa says:

    Oh my word the jewel tones!!!! They are my favorite!!! So many rich colors and velvety textures in those details, even the melted candles are a divine shade of blue. And they also had the best ice cream from Penny’s!!!! As always, you capture the emotions and the beauty so well Sarah. I swear all of your couples could pass for professional models.

    • Sarah Benner says:

      ahhhh best comment ever!! thanks melissa!!!! i truly truly appreciate all of it! but yes, this couple had the best taste of style and the best eye for details too!!

  7. sarah b says:

    girl i am LIVING for your edits on this wedding. the jewel tones are gorgeous.

    • Sarah Benner says:

      ahhhh thank you so much!!

  8. Aimee says:

    I am in tears – this wedding was captured so beautifully, the tones are perfect and you made sure to get every stinking detail. You’re amaazzinnngg

  9. Annie says:

    Legit DYING over the colors and details from this wedding. Jewel tones and velvet forever plz!!! You knocked this one outa the park!

  10. These are so beautiful Sarah! Each time I scrolled all I could think was how beautiful the raw emotions you were able to capture were. And the details!! Everything about this post was elegant!

  11. Rachel says:

    FIRE. all of it. the photography, the personalities, the edits, the moments.

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