shayna & cody {the day} part 1

Yes, you read that correctly! This is PART 1 of Shayna & Cody’s amazing wedding day! I was getting hand cramps from choosing all of the photos for their post that I decided why not break this loveliness up into two parts?!? And since I’m my own boss…I said sure! 😀

I am beyond excited to bring you this uber detailed wedding. Not only were Shayna & Cody so amazing on their wedding day…but they are the darn tootinest cutest couple!!! Shayna may be half as tall as Cody, but seriously, they were so meant for each other! Shayna might have squeeled as much on her wedding day as I did on mine…and that ladies and gentlemen is a lot!

Shayna is a photographer as well and we met while she was interning for Jennie Andrews Photography. We hit it off fantastically, but when she asked me to be her wedding day photographer I was shocked!!! Me?? Ahhhh! Ok! I remember when she said to me during our first consult, “As long as you continue to do what you are doing, we will be happy!” and I think I might have shed a tear.

So, enough talky talk…I want to share some super adorableness with you!

Shayna and her girls got ready at Cody’s mom’s salon EmaLisa’s Salon.

 I adored Shayna’s tea length, polka dot dress!!! It was PERFECT for her!

Love me some Ijams Nature Center!!

LOVED the bridesmaid dresses from American Eagle! Are those not adorable!?!?!

Yes, this happened. I full on piggy back carried Shayna to the first look. 🙂 All in a days work ladies and gentlemen!

 Shayna and Cody’s first look was perfect! Remember how I said Shayna squeeled??? Well, she squeeled and jumped up and down when she saw Cody! Absolutely priceless!!!

 I love the picture my second shooter, Liz with Elizabeth Nord Photography got of Shayna!!! Adorable to boot!!!

 Loved having Liz with me at this wedding! While I was grabbing this B&W image above, she grabbed this beautiful image below!!! 

 The flowers by The Katelier were just so precious!!! They fit Shayna and Cody’s personalities with how bright they were! 

 And get ready for a detail overload!!! I have to admit, when I met with Shayna and Cody about 2 weeks before the wedding, I was a little bit nervous. Shayna may have had that prewedding fog that all brides get (I know I did). But man oh man, was that totally unfounded! Shayna and Cody and their families put SO much detail into the day that I honestly don’t think they missed a thing!!

 LOVE their fans and I know their guests did too!! And those little apothecary bottles are the perfect little favors!

 These sunflower seed went from being a favor to being the couples exit at the end!!! Love impromptu exits!! 😀

 Shayna and Cody had a morning wedding followed by brunch! Loved that they went outside of the norm!!! Abner’s Attic and Cruze Dairy Farm provided the yummiest food and drinks for the brunch wedding!

 Be sure to be back later this week for Part 2 of Shayna and Cody’s beautiful brunch wedding!!! I can’t wait to show you the beautiful ceremony, fun bridal party pictures and the incredibly sweet dances!!! 

Smiles,

Kayla F

Kaitlyn and Brett: the big day

Lets just say, this wedding makes me giddy! Not only are Kaitlyn and Brett the sweetest couple, they have the BEST families too! I was so happy when Kaitlyn and Brett contacted me! They were my first Skype meeting (you heard that…I’m going virtual) and I knew as soon as I logged off that I wanted them! Lol! Kaitlyn and Brett currently live in St. Louis so their families were HUGE in helping with the planning, meeting with vendors and DIYing. I love a family affair! Well, enough with the jibber jabber! 

I absolutely fell in love with the bouquet and boutioneers that Sassafras Flowers created! They are absolutely stunning!

Kaitlyn…you’re stunning! 

I loved hanging out with Brett and his guys! Their silly socks were hilarious and I loved how Brett’s brother was a pro at helping him get ready!

THIS…is why I adore first looks! 

Brett and Kaitlyn were SO adorable! I asked Kaitlyn if she would rather me get her expression or Brett’s for their first look. She immediately said Brett’s and then added a side-note of “because I’ll start to cry.” I think she chose the winner! 🙂

One of my all time favs! 

Most adorable sister pose! Whitney was about to pop with the first grandchild of the family! You can just tell by this photo how super close this family is! Love them!

Most beautiful bridal party?? I think so! 

Having a little bit of fun! 🙂

And of course, the dapper gentlemen!

This was a 100% DIY wedding! I love when family and friends chip in to make the wedding even more unique to the bride and groom! Morgan, Kaitlyn’s younger sister) did all of the signs and writing. 

I just love how Kaitlyn’s mom is just radiating happiness in this picture! Her entire trip down the aisle was one big smile fest! 

I always have loved loved loved the prayer after the exchanging of the rings! Just look how happy they both are!

I absolutely fell in love with Kaitlyn’s bouquet from Sassafras! I love all the pink,the softness and whimsical little touches! And the light at the reception area was to die for! 🙂

Kaitlyn and the family also did the centerpieces for the reception!

The best toasts…and the best reactions!

I don’t know why, but I absolutely love this image. I think it feels so timeless. Kinda like old Hollywood.

A little sparkler fun!

Mr. and Mrs. Stewart, thank you SO much for asking me to be a part of your big day! I seriously can not say how much fun I had with you all! You two are adorable and perfect for each other! 

Smiles,

Kayla F

Wedding Day Magic:
Caterer: Luxe Catering
Cupcakes: Gigi’s
Florist: Sassafras
Videographer: Taylor Lane Media
Stationary & Programs: Zazzle & Laura Firestone
Brides Dress: White Lace & promises
Bridesmaids: Watters
Grooms/Groomsmen Tux: Vera Wang at Mens Warehouse
Band: WestWend
Rentals: All Occasions
DIY helpers: Morgan and Whitney, signs, shepherd hooks, etc.

Kaitlyn and Brett Sneak Peak

Because I cannot wait until Monday to show you some of the amazingness that is Kaitlyn and Brett’s wedding, I thought I would share a little something something from their beautiful day in September! A full blog post will be ready to go on Monday so be sure to come back to check out the Stewart’s awesome family and fun bridal party! 

Smiles,

Kayla F