Elegant and Classy New Year's Day Wedding :: The Venue Chattanooga :: Chattanooga, TN Wedding
Logan + Samantha
I couldn't have asked for a prettier wedding to kick off 2022!
This couple met in middle school in the sixth grade and tied the knot after almost seven years together! They said they were most looking forward to spending their special day with their families & friends, and it made the entire day so much fun!
Logan & Samantha also told me that the thing they love most about one another, was that they make a good team. That’s what marriage is about - and I know there’s more to their relationship than that, from seeing how sweetly they interact with one another, and the mutual respect & admiration. They were so incredibly sensitive to one another, and just so in-tune. You know when you can tell that a couple just “fits” - that’s them!
Everything about this wedding was perfect, sweet and beautiful! Samantha's details and decorating style is impeccable (I love that she got ready in their home, and have even mentioned wanting to hire her to decorate my home! She might have thought I was kidding…) The flowers next to Samantha’s dress were a gift from Logan the morning of their wedding - wasn’t that so sweet & thoughtful? I was even able to use some of those florals for their wedding details, and they were the perfect colors to complement their other details!
Samantha attached a special memorial photo to her bouquet, and carried her mother’s vintage (gorgeous) beaded handbag & handkerchief.
While Samantha & Logan chose to have their ceremony at The Basilica of Saints Peter & Paul, they held their reception at The Venue Chattanooga. Both locations were absolutely stunning, and I couldn’t have asked for better weather! It rained a little that morning - but all cleared up by wedding time and partly cloudy skies (a photographer’s dream) for their portraits!
As for The Venue Chattanooga - It was my first time photographing there, and I fell in love with the space… the twinkle lights, the outside walkways and patio area, everything.
The venue is surrounded by trees, and the lighting close to sunset is absolutely magical. Inside is also a dream, with high ceilings and white walls - such a beautiful space! I feel it’s so versatile for any style of wedding, and it doesn’t take much to make the space your own style for your wedding! The scenic drive on the way to the venue was just the icing on the whole day!
As a photographer, I know that I have a good amount of control in helping the day go smoothly, but this wedding I felt like I really didn’t have to do much! The wedding party stepped up and were all on time, looking amazing, the vendors all did a phenomenal job setting everything up and making Logan & Samantha’s wedding an absolute dream.
Ceremony: The Basilica of Saints Peter & Paul
Reception: The Venue Chattanooga
Florist: Bud Floral Events
Bride’s Gown: The Gown Boutique of Charleston
Groom’s Tux: The Black Tux
Stationary: Webb Co.
Hair Stylist: Shaina Ramsey with CopyCat Salon
Caterer: Apron Strings
Cake: Publix
Bar Service: Riverside Beverage
Live Band: Emerald Empire Band
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