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We were so thrilled to be a part of this Little Mermaid inspired shoot! Here’s what Popsugar had to say along with our list of amazing vendors!!
Out Of The Sea And Into Our Dreams!
Many children dream of their future wedding, and most of our romantic notions about love come from childhood dreaming with a cast of fairy tale characters. In the spirit of that romantic nostalgia, we are excited to share this amazing fantasy photo shoot. In the collaboration between Your Cloud Parade, (a hip online wedding marketplace), and Traci Hines (singer/designer), a hipster mermaid faux-wedding is brought to life. The vision behind this shoot was to re-create the classic “tail” (pun fully intended) of the Little Mermaid, and transform Ariel (modeled by Traci Hines) and Prince Eric (modeled by Leo Camacho), into a modern hipster wedding couple!
The magical team included shoot designer Cloud Parade’s Lauren Coats, hair and makeup by 10.11 Makeup, delicious desserts by Sweet and Saucy Shop, and florist A Blooming Bud. To shop the “looks” and items from this shoot, check the links below.
Images by: Mark Brooke Photography, and Mathieu Photo
Produced by:
Produced by: Your Cloud Parade
Bride: Traci Hines
Designed by Your Cloud Parade’s: Lauren Coats
Groom: Leo Camacho
Videography: Sweet T Studios
Photography: Mark Brooke Photography, Mathieu Photo, Dillon Phommasa Photo
Hair & Makeup: 10.11 Makeup
Cake & Desserts: Sweet and Saucy Shop
Florist: A Blooming Bud
Silk Floral: Afloral
Your Cloud Parade Vendors:
Bridal Gown: http://yourcloudparade.com/shop/clairelafaye/
Hair Pieces: http://yourcloudparade.com/shop/creature-of-habit/
Paper Goods: http://yourcloudparade.com/shop/typologie-co-/
Tablescape: http://yourcloudparade.com/shop/koyal/
Bow Tie: http://yourcloudparade.com/shop/little-byrd-shop/
Plaid Skirts: http://yourcloudparade.com/shop/fleet-collection/
Shell Stir Sticks: http://yourcloudparade.com/shop/laura-hooper-calligraphy/
Geometric Planters: http://yourcloudparade.com/shop/redwood-stoneworks/
Air Plants: http://yourcloudparade.com/shop/robincharlotte/
Wands & Streamers: http://yourcloudparade.com/shop/kate-kate-nyc/
Shell Crop Tops: Adorkable Apparel
Shell Rings: Siren’s Grotto
Tulle Skirts: Dark Pony Designs
Mer-sister Bridesmaids (models):
Charis Lincoln
Brytni Jean
Vanessa Walton
Helena Levin
Joanna Lynn
Amber Arden
At a few of the weddings we shoot there is a special something in the air. I’m not sure if everyone in attendance is aware of it but as the person being paid to document the day I am watching everyone and so maybe I tend to pick up on it more than most. I can’t quite put my finger on what it is…. but I always leave these particular weddings wanting to stay longer, absorb more, and oddly wanting to talk to the people that raised the people I’ve been around all evening so that I can use their wisdom to, hopefully, impart some onto my own kids. Like I said I can’t really explain it... I know everyone has a friend or two in the world. I know that friends and aquaintances alike come out to a wedding and even long lost family members. So you, see I guess that helps to explain… there is a genuine closeness at some weddings and a genuine awkwardness at others. At these weddings were there is a crazy closeness and intimacy it is tangible to me. I want to be friends with these kids just because I can see, from the outside looking in, the way that they love and care for each other. I can feel that there are memories and a lifetime of experiences that have bonded these people together. Again, it’s strange because I am an outsider but I for sure want to infiltrate their friend circle so I can soak up some of it. Now that Matt and I have littles it’s gone to a deeper level. I watch these kids celebrating with one another and I get teary eyed because I long for my kids to share in that type of experience. To be known, loved and celebrated by everyone you love all at once even if only for one day is the most beautiful of events this side of heaven. Ramble, ramble I could go on for days… I muse about this in my mind for days on end after weddings like that and happily we tend to attract clients that produce this kind if intimacy at their weddings, Hallelujah.
Chuck and Lauren’s wedding in Los Olivos was my “aha” moment. My photographer and friend worlds collided and it was spectacular. I got to be a part of IT! Chuck has been Matt’s best friend since they were little boy scouts together, they’ve shared quite a few hilarious memories and walked through the ups and downs of adulthood together. Chuck also grew up on my street my whole life so I can’t remember a time in my life where Chuck wasn’t somewhere on the playground. After high school the 3 of us became super close and there has been a rad bond there ever since. Watching your best friend, whom you fiercely love, marry their best friend is the most awesome. Matt and I are protective of the tender hearts of our friends but I knew when I heard Lauren’s vows that she would take care of his heart forever. And just like that I was standing right in the middle of it. Dancing under the stars with amazing friends that I’ve known for decades. People who have watched Matt and I meet, date, fall in love and grow a family. What is more special than shared experiences? We sipped wine and laughed hysterically and even hit a local bar (after the wedding) and saw Marshall Erikson! It’s been over a month and I just keep wanting to relive that day. I could blab about my feelings all day but I’ll leave you with this… keep your eye out for it and if you find yourself in the middle of it take a deep breath and soak it in. It will, unfortunately, be over too quickly but at least you’ll have memories to relive.
It’s so lame to start all of our family posts like this but SERIOUSLY, where does the time go? I think about being 30 and I feel like my life has flown by so far. I can’t imagine how my parents feel when they look at me and remember my birth or me being small and here I am… 30! And although Charlotte has only been on this planet for 3 years it’s gone by so fast!! I remember her being born and now she carries on conversations with us and has her own little opinions! Anyway, all I’m trying to say to myself and to you is to soak it all up. This time we have goes by so quickly and everything is constantly changing. I’m trying desperately to be in the moment with my kids. To snuggle Riley as much as I can before those horrible days come when my kids are embarrassed to be be seen with me. To listen intently to Charlotte and jot down the cute things she says so that I never can forget them. Ahhhh, being a parent is such a mix of blessing and struggle but I wouldn’t trade it for a thing and Matt and I are so blessed to have people walking this journey with us.
Riley Jack, you’re almost a year old and you melt our hearts. I listened to all the crying babies at church on Easter and all I could think about was what an angel baby you have been. You rarely cry and you smile OFTEN. Your laugh sounds like it is suffocating you and you eat everything! Your ginormous head is still only covered in peach fuzz but we like it because it gives you such a baby quality, it keeps you young. Your sister tackles you and smothers you and while it terrifies me and daddy it makes you laugh and squeal and we thank God for that because I’m sure that attribute will serve you well in life. Riley, you are number two. You have a baby book that is nearly empty compared to your sister’s and there are far less blog posts about you and you alone but please know that we love you. We adore you, and rather than pick up a pen or a camera at times I would just prefer to pick you up and give you a squeeze! Oh, I almost forgot you headbutt the people that you love and you just started to give these uh-mazing open mouth kisses. We love you, buddy, and it’s such a blessing to be your parents.
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