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Elegant Wedding At Highland Country Club | Savannah and Colt

April 27, 2023

Classic spring wedding at Highland Country Club in Fayetteville, NC

Savannah and Colt’s day is a perfect example why I love weddings so much – capturing memories for a couple that adores each other, working alongside fantastic vendors, figuring out backup plans, and watching it all come together as everyone celebrates on the dance floor.

The most memorable part of the day for me was not the gorgeous florals, the amazing attention to detail with the decor, our ability to get A TON of gorgeous portraits regardless of the weather (though those are all highlights, for sure!!!) – it was the way Colt looks at Savannah.

I was constantly catching glimpses of him admiring her. You can only dream of finding someone that looks at you the way he looks at her. There’s so much grace, respect, and joy in the way they interact with each other and that makes celebrating and serving them so easy.

The entire day was relaxed and flowed seamlessly, even with a storm cloud rolling in. It can get a little iffy when I know I have to create beautiful portraits regardless of the scenario but I’m thankful that Savannah and Colt trusted me. We moved quickly, got creative, and these are some of the most gorgeous portraits ever!!!

After we headed to the reception content and excited about our photos with the Porsche (obsessed) and at the church…the sun POPPED out just in time for sunset photos on the green!!! We were ecstatic!!!! Savannah and her planner Jessica thought about every single detail – including a custom monogrammed pin flag!!!

The rest of the night was spent jumping around on the dance floor with all of Savannah and Colt’s family and friends – and it was a PARTY!!! I was excited to see some familiar faces from past weddings – there were TWO other Dakota Hersey couples there! Their band 10 Spot was incredibly impressive, playing songs that I’ve never heard a band perform. Highly recommend them!!!

Colt and Savannah, thank you SO much for trusting me with your wedding day. I am so lucky to have been a part of it. Love you two!!!

Thank you to the wedding vendors who made this day beautiful:

CEREMONY VENUE: Highland Presbyterian Church
RECEPTION VENUE: Highland Country Club
COORDINATION:
Lallier Event Design
VIDEOGRAPHER: High Tower Films
FLORALS: Thistle & Moon

HAIR + MAKEUP: Chelsea Reagan
BAND: 10 Spot
WEDDING DRESS: Coastal Knot Bridal
BRIDESMAIDS DRESSES: David’s Bridal
GROOMSMEN SUITS: Otreblas
CAKE: Cakes by Kira

INVITATIONS: Ashley Triggiano

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