Sam & Alec's wedding up north was breathtakingly beautiful. Something I find myself saying on every wedding day is how the current bride is the most beautiful bride I have ever had. I truly believe it too-- something about how a girl glow's on her big day I think. But Sam? Sam was truly stunning, and her dress choice was amazing. I am still secretly coveting it, and wish I could have a wedding day all over again myself just so I could wear it! Once you see the bow on the back, you'll understand!

We couldn't have had a better summer day for an outdoor wedding-- the couple said their vows (after seven years of dating!) overlooking Lake Bellaire and released balloons into the afternoon sun. Details like pops of pink, gorgeous peony blooms and rustic touches tied this northern Michigan event together. Here are some of my favorite photos from their day (including a funny photo of the bride's family with her dad who had a minor accident while constructing centerpieces-- scroll down to see them all giving the thumbs up! What a great family!) and the sweetest father/daughter first look! Scroll all the way down to click through even more photos in the gallery at your own pace! Enjoy, and congrats to the new Mr. & Mrs!