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Shakira & Jason: Autumn Candlelight

Today, I got to view another one of my couple's professional photos!  As always, the photographer, Airlangga Wattimena, did an awesome job and I'm so excited to share a few shots here.

I appointed Shakira my Autumn Candlelight bride for two reasons: 1) She set out to create an intimate candlelit event that exuded love and warmth; 2) She and her groom chose Black Friday (the day after Thanksgiving) to exchange vows, right in the thick of Fall.  So, we started with an inspiration board and through careful planning it all came together.  Shakira and Jason's primary concerns were their spirituality being acknowledged and celebrated throughout as well as lots of details to create a romantic ambiance.  Thus, Jason's father and uncle (both ministers) officiated and right before the bride walked down the aisle, a pair of praise dancers performed as a prelude to her entrance.  Other creative touches included a personalized aisle runner (designed by the groom), a wishing well in place of the traditional guest book, a Swarovski crystal adorned canopy and custom menu cards (designed by The Bridal Party).

The wedding was poetic...a cozy Friday-night fête held at The Richfield Regency in Verona, New Jersey.  Congratulations again guys!

Comments

Erika Gregory said…
Rashana - the wedding was beautiful.
Unknown said…
This was beautiful!! Great Job!
Anonymous said…
Great Job Rashana! All of the detils are FAB, and how adorable is that Shitzu, I have two of them :)
bridechic said…
Sweet little pooch. A beautiful collection of photos here and fab work on it all.
Anonymous said…
Awesome job, Rashana! The details were amazing.
Gorgeous. I love the details. Great Job!

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