Adam Loves Marla: An Urban Engagement

I first met Adam and Marla at a photo booth promo day at the Once Upon A Wedding grand opening in Kensington during the winter. Right away I liked these two old souls.  Their simple, peaceful nature complimented by a fun outlook on life made them feel like friendly neighbours I had known all my life.  Needless to say I was thrilled to find out I would be doing their engagement photos.  

We met as sunshine was breaking up a rainy sky and strolled the quaint streets of downtown Charlottetown, finding some interesting nooks and crannies - and a small piece of urban heaven at the top of an old spiral staircase.  Eventually we made our way off the street for some fun, interesting shots indoors.  

Not only am I pleased to share this downtown engagement session with you (which I think captures a sweet taste of maritime folk wrapped in small-city urban aplomb) - I'm also very excited to put this endearing couple, and their real-deal love, on display for all to see.  

Adam and Marla - Congrats!

Vintage Prince Edward Island Inspiration Shoot - As Seen in G! Magazine

Now that the May/June issue of G! Magazine is published I'm excited to finally reveal this inspiration shoot.  When my friend Robyn at Paper Swag was asked to do an article for G! she saw it as the perfect opportunity to collaborate on a full style spread featuring the work and products of many Island wedding vendors.  She immediately called Tracy Cash from Once Upon A Wedding and myself, and we jumped at the chance.  However, when we first discussed the idea I don't think any of us could have anticipated just how well it would all come together - or the fun we would have along the way!

Our goal in this shoot was to give brides inspiration on how to incorporate timeless, vintage charm while not straying from the fancy-fun romance of a spring/summer wedding... and of course we had to add a touch of glam!  This spread features incredible attention to detail - from custom hair pieces to a lace-trimmed cake and invites.  Milk bottles and pinwheels mix with pearls, ribbon and antique china to create a look that is Anne of Green Gables meets Raspberry Cordial... if you're an Anne fan that is!

Of course the best part of it all is that everything you see you can find here on PEI.  To decorate your event in current and beautiful style see Tracy at Once Upon A Wedding in Kensington.  Just step into her shop and you will see what a great eye she has for taking your event to the next level.  Robyn at Paper Swag can deliver the finest in custom stationary and perfect details to top off any affair.  Notice the creative beauty in her invites and table accents.  Do you like the hair and make-up you see here?  Hair stylist Lana Noonan and make-up artist Holly Ryder, both of Summerside, know how to pull off any look or style.  Think this charming cake looks good enough - or too good - to eat?  Check out Hailey at Hot Cakes PEI.  Whether you're in the market for flowers that are simple and classic, or something with a bit more flair, look to Bernadette's Flowers in Charlottetown.   And what about those custom hair pieces?  I nearly drooled when seamstress Elizabeth Miner from Something Special Sewing came in with these one-of-a-kind creations.  (Full vendor list and contact info listed below).

So take a look!  I hope you enjoy these photos as much as I did making them with this group of creative, talented, beautiful Island girls!

Photographer - Lauren Craig Photography - http://www.laurencraigphotographypei.com/
Decor & Design - Once Upon a Wedding - http://www.onceuponaweddingpei.ca/
Stationery & Finishing Touches - Paper Swag - http://www.paperswagpei.com/
Wedding Cake & Desserts - Hot Cakes - http://hotcakespei.ca/
Floral Design - Bernadette's Flowers - http://www.bernadettesflowers.com/
Make Up - Priti Make Up Artistry - http://www.priti.ca/
Hair Stylist - Lana Noonan - Lifestyles Salon - http://www.thestylesalons.com/
Hair Accessories & Seamstress - Elizabeth Miner - Something Special Sewing
Props - Gahan House - http://www.gahan.ca/
Chiavari Chairs - Caseley's Bridal Boutique - http://www.caseleys.com/
Special thanks to our beautiful model, Charmaine!  xox