This post is going to be pretty intense with Mrs. A’s pics! (Also, check out Real Weddings – Part I)

A beautiful bridal portrait of Mrs. A

Location: Linden Place (Flushing, NY)

Day of coordinator: Lucia & Manny of Two Teacups

I used to think only rich people who marry billionaires or athletes hire wedding coordinators and wedding planners. But Mrs. A’s wedding proved that you do need a team handling the back of the house! From tracking down a missing wedding cake to making sure all the guests go to the correct halls at the right times. (ceremony to cocktail hour, to the seated dinner, to the multiple dress changes!) For inquiries, check them out (Two Teacups)

Dress #1 : for the tea ceremony! I love how modern brides are incorporating culture and tradition into their weddings!

Makeup: Bold false lashes and red lips

The most unique hair piece I've ever seen! She had it made in China to match her dress~

Mrs. A's sister giving her a necklace during the tea ceremony.

Another shot from the tea ceremony

Everytime I see this picture, the song "Lady in red" pops up in my head! How fitting!!!~

Dress #2: for the ceremony!

Makeup: Added a little bit more shimmer to the eyes and toned down the lips

The gorgeous Mrs. A and the beautiful bridesmaids

Here is a perfect example of how makeup can look washed out. This gorgeous family let me take free reign and pack on the makeup. Big sis opted to go with a purple smokey eye and soft peach lips. But in the pics, she almost looks really natural~

Mrs. A and her big sis!~

Big sis totally rocked it out. Down to her manicure!

Bejeweled mani~

Dress 3: Reception

Doesn't this gorgeous bride look like a princess! More specifically Belle from Beauty and the beast??

I close this post with the best garter retriever!

Here's the MC asking Mr. A if she's worth .....

going through ....

MATRIX style ....

a web ... for

the garter~ Clearly ... Mrs. A was worth it all~

Congratulations and many blessing to you and your new family!!!

(stay tuned for Real Weddings – Part 111 > I swear they only get better!)