28
May 2014

Kaiti + Priit

Dreamy Backyard Winter Wedding at Dusk

Yes, it’s the end of May and we’re all looking forward to some sun and hot temperatures, but on a cold and rainy day like the one we’re having in Paris right now, I really don’t mind looking back at a winter wedding… Especially when it’s a dreamy backyard winter wedding at dusk like the one Kaiti and Priit had! Funny story, Kaiti told me she wasn’t thinking about having a winter wedding, until she saw Joanna and Jaan’s on this very blog (which of course, totally made my day)! It even ended up convincing her future husband how a great idea it was and that’s what they went for, with the same photographer Joanna and Jaan had. I think I love everything about this wedding: the bride’s beautiful braid, the decor created by the winter woods and the ice on the floor, the cute ceremony backdrop, and of course all the sweet details! What about you? Is anyone planning a winter wedding? Photography by Gerry Sulp out of Estonia.

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The wedding took place at Laitse Granite Villa—an old renovated manor stable with fieldstone walls and stylish interior—on February, 22, 2014.

February here is the coldest month of the year, a time when Estonia is entirely covered with a beautiful white snow carpet. We wanted our registration to be outside no matter how hard frost there would be. But the reality was totally different – the whole night before the wedding and even in the morning it was pouring rain. There was zero snow, the ground was muddy and green. At first it seemed pretty frustrating but in the end it made our day even more special than we expected!

 

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Name one thing you regret…

No matter what happens or how your wedding day turns out, it is unique and in the end you are anyhow super happy! You have worked hard and it pays off big time. Small errors are OK, they do not play any roll in the big picture. A few tips:

– The more you do yourself, more you will enjoy it.

– The more you do yourself, more it characterizes your union.

– It is important to choose some key figures carefully and not scrimp with money. E.g. a photographer – our choice was so right and we are more than pleased!

– Consider having a video made by a professional. As a wedding gift we were offered a brief video clip made by Kristiin Kõosalu. We truly suggest that: it passes really well all emotions and was the best gift we could have.

 

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… And one thing you’re really happy about. proud of.

One thing that we are really proud of is our registration ceremony. It still took place outside (luckily it stopped raining), in the backyard of the Granite Villa. The groom’s father got lost and did not arrive on time, so the beginning of the wedding was delayed. It got dim in the meanwhile and the place turned to magical. We spoke briefly about love, friendship and emotions. A lot of people sobbed and everybody laughed. It was so special, really beautiful and awesome. A memory for a lifetime, and not just for us!

 

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13
Feb 2014

Andreea + Tony

Tattoos & Snow – a Couple Session by -30

This couple left town to move to this place (the Kawarthas, Canada), closer to nature. I guess this is the reason why it looks so intimate and powerful: we can basically feel how quiet this place is, and how peaceful these two human beings seem to be. I love his tattoos, I love her long vest over that green dress. Those two are beautiful, and they’re in love. Chances are you’ll be as seduced and speeachless as I was when I saw these pictures! Photography by Andreea and Nino of The Love Studio.

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The word of the photographers.

Andreea and Tony are a study in contrasts…when you first set your eyes upon them. She is measured, polished, attentive to detail. She has to be: she spends her days leading a team of nurses. Tony, on the other hand, is inked all over, spends his days constructing forms, creating the foundations of buildings. He loves everything he can get his hands on: the guitar, the piano, the bow and arrow. After living his whole life in Toronto, he decided a change of pace was necessary. He decided he wanted to dive in deeper, not spread himself thin. And so, he moved to the Kwarthas. With her love of nature, Andreea soon joined him. And last week they invited us up to spend some time with them. It must have been one of the coldest days of the year…but at least for half of the shoot we were warm inside. They cooked us a never-ending breakfast, played dress up, and braved -30 and almost frostbite so we can get the shot. Andreea and Tony, thank you for trusting us with your story and welcoming us into your home. We’re sure it won’t be the last time.

06
Feb 2014

Pía + Iván

A Spanish White and Red Winter Styled Shoot in the Forest

Paula contacted me with this winter styled shoot, and I instantaneously fell in love. It made me also realize I hadn’t posted anything winter related yet, so my decision was quick! This styled shoot took place in the mountains in the region of Basque Country in Spain. I love the contrast between the intense red in this dark green forest, the beautiful details of the tables and how beautiful Pía & Iván look together! Photography by Paula G. Furió, design and setting by Popelin Happy Weddings.

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The word of the photographer.

It was a styled shoot in Basque Country, with Pia and Ivan. They are a cute, young and deeply in love couple. All the concept, locations, styling and deco was in Maialen’s hands. She’s the owner of Popelin Happy Weddings. We were all day working on the top of a mountain in Izarraitz, so it was a hard logistic work. But we are so proud with the result!

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