The love between them is something of a magnetic pull. They lock eyes and it’s as if everyone else in the room disappears. It’s a steady love. It’s what began their story back in high school, with a brief romance turned lasting friendship, turned commitment for life. That pull is what brought Carly out to New York City where Matt lived, it’s what kept her there at his side when the city was almost too much. It explains the abundant love and support of their friends and family who gathered around the two to celebrate the start of their marriage!
I think it also explains why even I didn’t want to day to come to an end. Why I was so looking forward to the privilege of documenting Carly and Matt’s wedding, from the time we met last summer and then when Shane and I flew out to NYC this spring for their engagement session. Carly and Matt, what can I say but it’s been a real pleasure getting to know you two. We had such fun with you all on Saturday! Much love, appreciation and well wishes as you begin this next adventure of married life in Seattle. Thank you, thank you.
The day began at L’Hermitage in Yaletown…
I practically swooned over all the thoughtful details…
One of the best parts of the day…
Matt filled a chest with gifts for Carly, items that Carly had admired in passing during their time in New York. Candles, a cook book, jewelry from Anthropologie, children’s book for down the road…and they each held a sticky note of the date Carly had pointed them out…
And then the big surprise! Matt and Carly gave each other the same thing: a painting by a Bronx street artist they both loved, from the one authorized art dealer of his work, which happened to be right around the corner from their NYC apartment. So, so fun.
More details: Carly’s handmade boutonnieres for the boys.
Another great moment was seeing Matt’s reaction when he saw his bride, upon the rooftop terrace of L’Hermitage…
Such a stunning bride, Carly.
I had already had the pleasure of photographing this same bridal party last year, when Carly’s matron of honor Kristin was married!
Both girls booked me within a week of each other, unbeknownst to the other.
Brix Restaurant was the perfect backdrop for Matt & Carly’s I do’s and reception.
Many thanks to Nicole from Down the Aisle who made sure the day went wonderfully (and who was super fun to work with!).
Their second first look was even better than their first…
There were so many reasons to love this wedding party and this one? Maybe the best!
If you haven’t already seen it, watch the Gangnam Style video here…they did an impressive rendition!
Karina says
Gorgeous wedding! LOVE the chest full of gifts…how thoughtful! Great captures Mikaela!!
Elizabeth says
I love these photos. They are beautiful. My favorite is the one of them laying on the bed through the glass window. So amazing. Well done.
Kelsey says
Mikaela, you impress me more and more with each wedding post! Your growth is astounding and your clientele and their weddings are showing that too. Everything is so beautiful. You are an inspiration! :)
Kim Spears says
Mikaela !! You are knocking these weddings out of the park !!!!!! Seriously such gorgeous work :)
Corinna says
Wow, can’t get over all the incredible details of this wedding… the buttons and burlap on the bottom of her bouquet, the boutonnieres, the shoes, the gorgeous wedding party, and how you got a pic of them on the bed thru the window… all such cool ideas.
Matt and Carly look so happy together, and are both so thoughtful of each other to get all those gifts and really pay attention to what the other person is into.
Great work, Mikaela- love your stuff.
Janelle says
Wow, these photos are gorgeous. Beautiful couple. Love the bridesmaid dresses.
Risa (Mom) says
I agree with Kelsey. 100%. :)
Jonny Carroll says
Such a beautiful wedding! The little touches are so important.