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Dusty Blue Wedding On The Intercoastal in Hampstead, NC | Katie and Zach

October 24, 2020

Every wedding day usually has a moment where I am drying my eyes, but Katie and Zach had me in tears consistently all day. Every single detail was SO beautiful and sentimental –– from getting married under the trees overlooking the intercoastal where so many other family members were married, to their parents just being so full of joy all day, to Katie and Zach reading their vows privately to each other during their first look.

I actually met Katie through another 2020 bride, Lindsay, and I love the two of them so much! My couples are more than just a “one and done” thing. I love to create lasting friendships, and you can best believe when we’re all able to be more social we will be triple dating all the time!!

There were so many favorite moments from the day, but I LOVED that Katie and Zach not only chose to do a first look but also used that time to read their handwritten vows to each other. The first look moment is the only time during the entire day where things slow down and it’s just the two of you (plus me and the videographer but we do our best to be silent and out of the way!!). They had the moment where it all really sunk in and it was beautiful.

It’s so clear that Katie and Zach are surrounded by so much love. The bridal party made sure that they had everything they needed (and were on time for everything!!!). The reception was full of fun and joy –– especially when they made their entrance WWE style (SO fun!!!). Katie’s dad performed “I will dance with Cinderella” and I LOST it…then Katie dance with her mom to “Best Day” by Taylor Swift and I lost it AGAIN…then Zach and his mom danced and she cried and I lost it…ANOTHER TIME.

Once the tears were dried, Wall 2 Wall Entertainment created one of the most fun receptions I’ve ever been to! The toasts were awesome, the energy was high, and we were set up to take awesome dancing photos!!! It was the perfect fit because music and having a good time is SO important to Zach and Katie.

Well…here we go, another jam-packed blog post with over 200 images!!! I just can’t help myself. I love them so much!!!

A huge thank you to the vendors who made this day beautiful!!!

VENUE: Private Property
COORDINATION: Claire with Wall 2 Wall Entertainment and Events

VIDEOGRAPHER: Absum Pykno, LLC Adrian Domenech Mercado
FLORALS: Mother Of Wild
MAKEUP + HAIR: Beatuy Crew Mobile
DJ: Wall 2 Wall Entertainment
CATERING: Burrito Shak
DESSERTS: Pink Baking Company
WEDDING DRESS: Lilian West

BRIDE’S SHOES: Kate Whitcomb
BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES: Azazie
GROOMSMEN SUITS: The Black Tux
RENTALS: L&L Rentals

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