There is nothing more beautiful than a sunny October day in Northern Minnesota. Except maybe a sunny October wedding day. Morgann and Josh couldn't have asked for more perfect weather, or for a more perfect partner to share their life with. They finish each other's sentences. They make each other laugh. They just get each other. And isn't that what we're all looking for? Someone who sees you for who you really are, and who loves you for it? Every little detail was carefully p[...]
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Before they left for their fantasy honeymoon in Italy, Tyler and Mandy spent a day living their own private fairytale. One in which beautiful women in bejeweled gowns laced you into your long white dress. And pinned flowers into your plaited hair. A day where dahlias and ranunculus were tied in a bouquet for no reason other than they are exquisite. In this fairytale, Mandy met Tyler at the altar, where they exchanged handwritten letters, brushed away tears, and whispered I love[...]
Taylor and Alex complement each other perfectly. She is organized and detail-oriented, he is laid back and makes her laugh. On Saturday, September 10th, 2016, she wore a stunning gown and sparkly heels, and he arrived in a tailored suit. Her hair was nestled perfectly in an updo at the nape of her neck, while his took no time at all. There are a few things they have in common. They both love each other fiercely. Spending time with the other is both of their favorite things.[...]
You know it's a Minnesota wedding when everyone --EVERYONE-- comments on the weather. Minnesotans are slightly more weather obsessed than, say, their California counterparts, because our weather has been known to swing 100 degrees in a matter of days. Rachel and Aaron had a spectacular day for their outdoor ceremony at the beautiful Glensheen Estate. Bright blue skies dotted with cottony clouds, gardens in full bloom, and a slight breeze ruffled the waters of Lake Superior on August 6, 2016. T[...]
When Sara arrived at Greysolon Ballroom on the morning of July 16th, looking tan and glowy, there was nothing left for her to do. Nothing left but to drink in the moments of a day so filled with happiness that it left her breathless. Every detail was attended to, every place card, every napkin, every pink rose, every sequined tablecloth. Everything that represented the shared happiness of the Johnson and Lien families, it was all there. Perfectly arranged by the amazing staff Northland Special[...]
Laura and Brennan are college sweethearts who met at St. John's University and the College of St. Benedict, partnered schools nestled into picturesque campuses in rural Minnesota. As Johnnies and Bennies, getting married at the Abbey Church on campus was a dream come true for both of them, and their day was filled with testaments to their faith, their shared joy, and sweet moments shared with the people they love the most. Guests were invited to capture the way the ceremony felt in their hearts, and wer[...]
Emily and Andy's wedding day dawned warm and bright, and the mood carried from morning until long after the sun sank into the horizon. Emily wore an heirloom veil. Andy watched her walk down the aisle with tears filling his eyes. Emily planned countless details to make their day the perfect reflection of their love. Andy gave an epic toast to the most beautiful girl in the world. Their families circled them with laughter, with words of encouragement, with love, for the new person that joined the[...]
I love you, Not only for what you are, But for what I am When I am with you. I love you, Not only for what You have made of yourself, But for what You are making of me. I love you For the part of me That you bring out; I love you For putting your hand Into my heaped-up heart And passing over All the foolish, weak things That you can't help Dimly seeing there, And for drawing out Into the light All the beautiful belongings That no one else had looked Quite far enough to find. I[...]
It all started in September of 2014, when a stranger named Cody contacted me, saying he was going to propose to his beautiful girlfriend, Jess. It ended on May 28, 2016 with an amazing wedding day on the shores of Lake Superior. Jess and Cody have a sweet and gorgeous little girl who was an integral part of their intimate, family-oriented celebration at Larsmont Cottages. It was a day filled with misty eyes and misty weather, laughter, and happy hearts. Enjoy this sneak peek of the Schlawin celebrati[...]
I'm certain Tiersa used her background as an architect to design her gorgeous wedding day at the Brule River Barn in Brule, WI. Artfully and effortlessly (OK, I'm sure she only made it look easy -- we all know how much work goes into planning a wedding!), she created a timeless vintage feel with accents of peach, gold, pale blue, and ivory. Custom-made rings, heirloom jewelry, DIY locally grown flowers, an adorable dog who always showed up at the best possible moment, humor, tears, ear-to-ear grins, puffy[...]