Can I just say how much I love this couple?  Katlyn & Matt are so great together and they are so much fun to be around.  They were married this past weekend at TCU’s Robert Carr Chapel.  I think it was a long morning for both of them because they were both very anxious and excited to see each other and finally be married.  They followed their beautiful ceremony with a rockin’ reception at The Ashton Depot in Downtown Fort Worth.  Both Katlyn and Matt are big into wine and cigars, so naturally that theme occurred at their reception with wine corks for place card holders and their very own cigar roller.  Please take a minute to enjoy some of my favorite images from their beautiful Fort Worth wedding.

-Amanda

A special thanks to all of the vendors who made this wedding possible!

Bridal Gown – Merry Go Round Bridal

Hair – Goldwaves

Florist – TCU Florist

Bridesmaid’s Dresses – J.Crew

Cake – Sandy Chang Cake Designs

Entertainment – In10city

Venue/Catering – Ashton Depot

I am excited to share the first part of Kylie and Brian’s fun filled day of love from last weekend in Wichita Falls. Kylie and Brian chose to do a first look and I loved capturing all the emotions they had as they saw each other and exchanged gifts.  Kylie teared up upon seeing Brian as he rounded the corned and I loved the enthusiasm as Kylie presented him with a baseball bat used by his favorite Houston Astros player, Craig Biggio. Here are some of my favorites from the first part of their Wichita Falls wedding.

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First Presbyterian Church of Wichita Falls

Wichita Falls Museum of Art

Terry Costa

Kathy’s Bakery

Freestyle Productions

Monarch Catering

The Swanky Thang

Sophie is Kylie’s baby girl. She couldn’t take part during the wedding so Kylie had her around while she got ready.

Kylie’s mom takes in how beautiful Kylie looked.

LOVE their expressions as they see each other for the first time.

Getting his Craig Biggio bat.

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Great moment between Kylie and her dad right before she walks down the aisle. Captured by our Intern Michael

Brian is in the Air Force so they walked through the Saber Arch

Kylie’s face is priceless as she gets her bottom tapped.

They had an amzing vintage car to drive away in.

Keep watching the Blog for their Romantic Portraits and Reception photos.

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Love this of Barbara & Brody. This was not their first kiss. He couldn’t resist in the middle of the ceremony leaning over and planting one on Barbara.

Justine and David had a rocking party in Dallas. Here we are at a Trinity River lookout between the ceremony and reception.

I always love catching kisses of bride and grooms during the partying. This one between Casseday and Kevin is a fantastic one

Lauren and Devin had a beautiful wedding at Fort Worth Club. Devin is from Louisiana so he brought alot of the Louisiana flair to their reception.

This look between Brooke and Nicholas after they were married is priceless.

MK and Charlie are one probably the only couple that seemed to skip after getting married. I love the joy on their faces here.

 I love how Trevor constantly made each other laugh and how they just enjoyed being goofy together.

Cassie and Billy had a beautiful spring wedding at Mira Vista country club with white flowers and purple accents

Keshia & Jason can’t get close enough to each other during their first dance.

Andrea and Garhett were some fierce dancers at their wedding. They both tore up the dance floor all night long.

This is Janel and Samuel during their first look. I love how Samuel is wiping off Janel’s tears here.

Megan and Samuel had an intimate wedding out at OW Ranch. They chose to invite a small group of their closest friends and family to pledge their love to one another in front of.

Sweet moment between Carson and Megan as he kisses her hand during the first dance.

Tyler and Brian chose to do a first look. This was taken moments after their first look and I love how they can’t take their eyes of one another.

Sabrina and Drake view all their friends and family who came to celebrate their marriage at The Tribute

Katherine and Connor got married in a beautiful night time ceremony at Robert Carr Chapel. Their wedding was in December and I love how she incorporated red into her wedding colors.

Sara and Brad made each other laugh constantly and here they are having fun cutting the cake before smashing it into each other’s faces.

Sarah and Aaron are cracking up at the many embarrassing stories told about them during toasts

Kristin and Brandon enjoyed a private last dance before heading out. They were able to have a moment alone to take in their whole amazing day.

From the cowboy hats all the way down to the bride’s custom made boots, Amy and Jared’s wedding was pure country.

Bailey and Ryan’s wedding was beautifully country chic with all of their fall and rustic inspired details.

Chandler & Will had a December wedding. Incorporating Christmas into their decorations, their wedding was simply beautiful and classic.

Katie and Leo had a blast with all of their family and friends. Their day wouldn’t have been complete without the very fun, big red trolley that took them around throughout the day.

A favorite moment during the ring exchange as D.B. gently touches Lori’s face and gazes into her eyes.

Melanie and Kyle are completely lost in the moment during their first dance.

Riley & James had a very small and intimate ceremony that included only family. It was absolutely perfect.

Sarah and John are so incredibly happy right after saying their vows. They were so excited to become husband and wife.

Tara and Dan had a beautiful outdoor wedding beside a small pond on their property. It was the perfect setting.

Melinda and Michael got married this past weekend in a beautiful, intimate, nighttime ceremony at Marty Leonard Chapel in front of their closest friends and family.  Melinda and Michael chose to see each other before their ceremony which allowed us to get some photos before the sun set. They then held a romantically lit ceremony with candles. Here are some of my favorites from their Fort Worth wedding.

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I have been so excited for Kristin & Brandon’s wedding ever since I did their engagements.  I think Kristin was one of the calmest brides I have ever seen. She and Brandon had such a peace about them as they prepared to marry their soul mates.  As I mentioned in their engagement post they were set up through their mother’s so they were quick family. Here are some of my favorites from their preparation and ceremony at First United Methodist church for their Hurst wedding. It was an amazing day with lots of laughter and I couldn’t share it all at once. Keep watching for their romantic portraits, reception and details.

Sarah Rizy

Halo Salon

Wedding Gown from Patsy’s A Bridal Boutique

Bridesmaid Dresses from Bridal Designs

leFleur Couture

The Cake Guys

DJ Connection

Premiere Booths

Kennique Linens

Kristin’s mom beams proudly

Kristin’s matron of honor stepped in and helped a lot during their getting ready.

I absolutely adored Kristin’s gown.

Brandon having a quiet moment reading the note Kristin wrote to him.

Love how calm and happy Brandon looks here. This was my “test shot” and those often turn out to be my favorites.

Krsitin’s ear to ear grin as she sees Brandon

Thanks to my second Amanda for capturing this shot as Kristin walks towards her groom.

Love how happy and rejoiceful the family was immediately after the ceremony.

Krsitin did a good job of not crying until this moment with her mom. So Sweet!

As Promised here is the second part of Sara & Brad’s fabulous wedding day. In doing the first look it allowed for me to spend some extra time with Sara & Brad alone before and after their ceremony. Here are some of my favorite portraits from their day along with their details. They had several little details that I loved. They had rings custom made which Brad’s son carried in a box Brad had made with the design he drew for their invitations carved in it. The flowers completed the day designed by Vivi Gray. They then had a relaxing reception where they enjoyed the time with their close family and friends. Here are some of my favorites from their Fort Worth wedding.

Sarah Rizy

 Vera Green Production

Brickhouse Bridal

Stir Crazy Bakery

Reata Restaurant

Marty Leonard Chapel

Vivi Gray Design

Jacob Furr

Love how Sara and her dad cracked each other up.

Tearing up during her dad’s toast.

Ashley & Brittney from Vera Green Productions demonstrating cake cutting.

This was one of my favorite cake cuttings. Love how they just went for smashing it into each others faces.

They completed the day with lots of dancing with their families.

Katie and Leo were one of those couples that you just absolutely have a blast with. Their wedding at Robert Carr Chapel and the Petroleum Club Ft. Worth was filled with some very special moments, especially with their parents. Katie’s dad had all of us laughing the whole day and I just loved the sweet moments they shared together during their Father-Daughter dance. It definitely made me cry. They also had some cute getting away vehicles that were unique to them. A fun, bright red trolley car took them around during the day, and then at night a big red fire engine picked them up for their exit. Definitely one of my favorite moments throughout the day! These two really had some great vendors, like Bliss Bridal and we rocked out to the Signature Band at the reception. I really enjoyed getting to know these two and I feel as though I went out with a bang as this will be my last wedding with Lightly. I wish them all of the best! Here are a few of my favorites from their wedding day.

-Sarah Halferty

Love this photo of Katie and her Mom as she puts on her dress.

And her Dad as they get ready to leave the hotel.

Katie was all giggles as she read Leo’s letter to her.

One of Tracy‘s past clients were in the bridal party, Kirsten and Ryan.

My favorite shot of the night! Her Dad being silly while they dance their Father-Daughter Dance.

Sweet moment between Leo and his Mom.

LOVE!!

Sara & Brad’s wedding day was overflowed with so much love I knew I had to share it over a few days.  Sara actually had a chance to do two first looks before her and Brad’s ceremony. One was with her dad at the home she and Brad share. This was special because Sara is the only girl in a family filled with 3 brothers.  After her first look with her dad Sara and I headed to The Rosenhouse Inn where Brad was waiting for her. We did their first look in the courtyard of the Inn. I loved their huge smiles as they saw each other for the first time. They kept those huge smiles for the whole rest of their day. Stay tuned next week for the second part of their day which includes romantic portraits, details & the reception.

Sarah Rizy

Vera Green Production

Brickhouse Bridal

Stir Crazy Bakery

Reata Restaurant

Marty Leonard Chapel

Vivi Gray Design

Jacob Furr

Love this simple moment of Sara walking down the stairs of her house.

Peeking as her Dad walked in the house.

Seeing his daughter for the first time in her dress.

Helping put the cufflinks on she bought him. They read ” I Loved You First.”

Seeing each other in their first look.

Brad reading the card Sara him wrote moments before the ceremony begins

A sweet moment between Father & Son before the ceremony.

Brad’s son was the ring bearer and carried the rings they had custom designed.

Ready to Celebrate!

Sabrina and Drake were married this past weekend on a beautiful October day at The Tribute in The Colony. I loved the sweetness between Sabrina and Drake and how when they were along after the ceremony he kissed her gently on her forehead.  Sabrina and Drake met at Texas Tech so they were excited about Tech’s win that day over TCU having their bridal party tell them after the ceremony.  The day was also filled with surprises from Sabrina’s cousin showing up by flying in that day to their families putting on  a Blues Brothers skit.

Bridal Gown and Bridesmaid Dresses from Alfred Angelo

Cakes by Colleen’s Cakes

Florals by A Man and A Woman Florist

A Very Special Day DJ

Sarah Rizy

Sabrina’s mom watches as she gets her make up applied.

Sabrina & Drake wrote notes to each other that they read right before the ceremony.

Looking out at their guests who came to celebrate with them.

I always love a great first kiss.

Drake’s dad tearing up as he gave his toast.

Cracking up during the best man’s toast.

A special appearance was made by The Blues Brothers

MK & Charlie had such a fabulous wedding day. They started their day with a ceremony at Christ Chapel Bible Church which included them bringing in a gospel choir. We then headed over to the Fort Worth Museum of Science & History for their reception. The day was completed with the following vendors.

Tami Winn Events

leFleur Couture

Sandy Chang

Cuvee

Lauren Morgan Hair & Makeup

iEntertainment

Here are some of my favorites from their Fort Worth Wedding.

Sarah Rizy

I went to the rehearsal dinner the night before and I love MK & Charlie’s reactions as they were toasted.

Proud Mom!

MK’s sister and friend were so excited for her.

Love this moment of Charlie praying with his parents.

So happy to be married!

They could not stop grinning during their first dance.

 Surrounded by their sorority and fraternity.

Charlie channeling some Michael Jackson.

Love private last dances when the coupe has a moment alone to be with each other and take in the love from their family and friends.