We've been waiting for 11-5-11 to get here for a long time...but not just since Chris & Holly got engaged last July...and not just since they moved in together after college...and not just since they dated through college. We've been waiting for this day since Holly & Chris started dating in high school and we realized how happy they made one another. Holly is my little sister (in-law) and the whole family fell in love with Chris many, many years ago. These two have been through so much together and it has all worked to make them one of the strongest couples I know. Last weekend was a celebration of their journey together and the life they have ahead of them and it was beautiful.
There aren't two people that deserve more happiness than these two. Holly & Chris, I love you and am excited to watch you two grow old together - and to eat Imo's pizza with you, to celebrate Christmases with you and to someday raise our kiddos with you. Yours, ej.
I loved getting photo updates as Holly shopped for dresses thousands of miles away. When I saw this one I new it would be the one.
I love that Holly's mom, Marla, along with her Aunt Janie, who babysat the kids when they were little, were there to put the finishing touches on the dress.
She's gorgeous. This will be a recurring theme.
The wedding took place at Quail Ridge Lodge in St. Charles, Missouri.
It was a stunning location and we got super lucky with beautiful weather for this late fall wedding!
Groomsmen being pensive :)
The problem with fall is the sun sets so dang early. Luckily, Holly & Chris opted to see each other in advance which gave us plenty of time to wander around and shoot. So glad they did.
I love the way he looks at her.
Remember what I said about her being gorgeous? A few more good examples :)
They could not be cuter.
Holly's a crier and I love it about her. Here she and Marla are getting a good laugh about her inability to keep it together.
Married!!!
Isn't my husband cute? Not as cute as Holly, but still pretty darn cute :)
He was a proud big brother on Saturday.
Their favorite kiddo, their nephew Ethan, was delighted to see them.
Holly seriously rocked the details.
Andy, Holly & Jake's brother, probably gave the best toast I've ever heard.
And then it was time to party. These two take that job pretty seriously.
Wow - amazing. Holly is a vision and the photos are just magical. Congrats on gaining a brother (in-law)!! :)
ReplyDeletethese are just perfect. holly is beaming in every photo - you captured the joy of the day beautifully! congratulations to the sweet, sweet couple!
ReplyDeletemaybe it's because they're related to you, so the love couldn't be any thicker, but this is your best wedding ever. so beautiful, and person, and real. love it. great job, ej! xoxo
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! Beautiful photos of beautiful people - congrats to the whole fam!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful bride! Handsome groom! Your photos capture the love they have for each other...and the love YOU have for them! Precious!
ReplyDeleteI love all the photos. Erika is a great photographer. They are such a beautiful couple; Congrats to them both!
ReplyDeleteloveeeee all the fall colors + leaves. you did a beautiful job, erika!
ReplyDeleteI'm still looking at these pictures EVERY DAY! Can't believe how lucky I am to have a sister like you :)
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