The first time I had coffee with Andrew and Melissa, it felt as if I had known them for years. We had dozens of mutual friends and it seemed strange that our paths had not yet crossed until now. But how perfectly timed it all was. 🙂
We quickly became friends and they even asked Mike (my husband) to play guitar and sing during the ceremony and cocktail hour. Little did they know, he also brings his A game to the dance floor! It’s always such a fun experience to bring both our crafts to a wedding day and be apart of it. Not many couples get that honor.
Andrew and Melissa’s wedding was glamorous and classy, and yet intimate at the same time, bringing their family and friends alongside to take part in their new life together as husband and wife. Here’s a peek into their elegant wedding day at Encanterra, an exclusive country club resort in San Tan Valley, Arizona.
It always brings a smile to my face when I find my bride’s getting ready in their gold leafed “bride” tank top, a small gift when they hire me. Isn’t Melissa just absolutely glowing? All the heart eyes for her!
Melissa put the finishing touches on while her mother, mother-in-law, and bridesmaids helped make sure all the details were in place.
Andrew patiently (or maybe not so patiently 😉 ) awaits to finally see his bride.
Andrew and Melissa had small details from their favorite tv sitcom, How I Met Your Mother, sprinkled throughout their big day. Do you recognize the yellow umbrella?!
Encanterra is such a picturesque venue, there are so many locations to take photos! One of my favorites is this subtle yellow wall that just glowed behind the ladies.
Melissa is now a Southwick! So of course we had to make an “S” with the bouquets! <3
Here’s another touch of HIMYM, Andrew and Melissa’s creative place cards! How cute is that?!
We laughed and cried our way through their beautiful ceremony, even a few tears hit my cheeks behind the camera.
Southwick Linens always does such a fabulous job with decor. Their linens can truly transform any room to glamorous and chic!
The lovebirds mesmerized the room with a stunning and intimate first dance. It was like something out of Dancing with the Stars!
The dance floor rocked all night, and yes, I’m proud to say that’s my bowtie wearin’ hubby going crazy!
Between the dancing, photobooth, gelato, and mac & cheese cart, there was never a dull moment at Andrew and Melissa’s celebration! They wrapped up the evening with a picture perfect sparkler exit, like out of a movie.
Andrew & Melissa,
It’s such a privilege to be apart of your lives. You two are better together and will do amazing things with your passion for God and for life! I’m looking forward to seeing what your first year of marriage has in store for you! From the bottom of my heart, thank you for having me be apart of it. <3
xoxo,
Suzy
ALL THE RAD VENDORS
Venue //Â Encanterra
Dress //Â Brilliant Bridal
Hair //Â Rachael Coogle
Makeup //Â Brooke Nicole
Suits //Â Parker & Schmidt Clothiers
Florals //Â J Barry Designs
Linens //Â Southwick Linens
DJ //Â Ray the DJ
Cake //Â Honeymoon Sweets
Stationary //Â The Event Essentials