A dress of our dreams
One of my favorite parts of arriving to photograph a wedding is getting to see the dress the bride has picked out. That's one of the fun parts of a wedding day, right? The reveal! The bride hides away while her guests arrive, and has a beautiful reveal of the dress as she walks down the aisle, before we focus our attention on what really matters.
As the photographer, I often get the treat of seeing the dress early in the morning while getting some detail shots as the wedding party gets ready. And I love it! It's not just because it's a beautiful garment, but rather it reveals to us a little bit about the bride: her personality and style.
When I saw the gown that Taylor had picked out for her special day, it totally made sense. It was timeless and elegant. It had minimal embellishments, elevating it to feel refined and classic. It was reminiscent of Olivia Culpo's 2024 long sleeve wedding gown, with structured shoulders, long sleeves, and buttons down the back and cuffs, and in its simplicity, it was all the more striking.
My favorite part of the dress was that it elevated, and never distracted or detracted from the beauty of the day.
Taylor and Michael chose to get married in the Shrine of St. Joseph, one of the most beautiful churches I have ever been in! Every detail is ornate and intricate, and there is so much beauty to take in. Taylor's classic gown didn't compete, but rather, perfectly complemented the beauty of the space.
Beauty abounded throughout every detail of this joyous day. What a gift to not only witness but to get to capture their wedding! I will be dreaming of it for quite some time!





Shrine of Saint Joseph, St. Louis Missouri

The classic elegance that Taylor and Michael sought to emulate throughout their wedding day was reflected in their choice of venue, the Shrine of Saint Joseph in St. Louis. This Catholic Church, which was founded in 1843 by Jesuit priests, has a history as rich as the architecture and garnishing. It features a high altar and romanesque interiors, and rows of stunning, 12-foot stained glass windows.






Images in this blog were shot while associate shooting for Cassie & Frances Photography.