Everything you read about wedding planning will tell you to plan your wedding details around who you really are and not what you think is ‘typical’.  The challenge I think for most people is whether or not they know who they really are.  For me, some of the most fun and exciting receptions are those in which I work for people who know themselves enough to plan a day that really suits their style.  Style was certainly the case for the elegant and unique wedding of Kate Hanahan and Adam Cooper, held at Phipps Conservatory in Pittsburgh, PA.

Kate and Adam were married outside at Phipps Conservatory, and while there was a brief chance of rain, the sun appeared and the weather was wonderful throughout the rest of the evening.

Family played a very important part in the day.  The flowers were all done by Kate’s cousin, and her mother made her dress!

The music for the evening was perfect.  Kate and Adam provided a list of music that perfectly suited their guests’ tastes while staying true to what they envisioned for their big day.  Dinner music was lively and fun, and the music for dancing was energetic and wild.

Throughout the day, you could feel the joy that Kate and Adam were feeling.  I don’t think I ever saw Kate without a smile.

When it was time to dance, everything went completely insane.  I was warned by the newlyweds about their friends and family being ready to celebrate. They did not disappoint!

I don’t think Kate and Adam left the dance floor all night long!  They really kept the party going strong.

My evening was made even better by getting to work with some of Pittsburgh’s finest.  Wedding planner extraordinaire, Sumer Schmitt of Simply Perfect Weddings, really kept things on track the whole day.  Also, this was my first time getting to work with the talented Leann Marie. I can’t say enough about how great it is to work along side such wonderful people.

As midnight was approaching, it was obvious that this party could have lasted for 6 more hours.  All of the guests crowded the dance floor to congratulate the newlyweds and celebrate just a little more.  So much more than an “average” wedding, Kate and Adam planned a day that showcased their personalities in a stylish and elegant fashion.  In a word, it was perfect.

Planner: Simply Perfect Weddings
Photography: Leann Marie Photography
Venue: Phipps Conservatory

This past Sunday was a beautiful day for the wedding and reception of Allison Templin and Justin Lamperski. Their family and friends all gathered at Phipps Conservatory to celebrate with the happy couple.

Allison and Justin were a lot of fun to work with, they put a lot of work in to create a very special day. The weather could not have been more perfect, while the wind was a bit strong, it really help cool everyone off.

The Garden at Phipps was such a wonderful venue, having the wedding and reception so close together really made it a great time for everyone. The food was provided by Rania Catering (from KDKA’s Cooking with Rania) and was completely top notch.

Allison and Justin came up with a great list of music for the entire day… I especially loved their choice of “I Love The Flower Girl” to end the ceremony.

Allison and Justin also ordered my photo montage service, they’ve been together since High School so it was GREAT to see photos of them together while they were SO young! They were so happy and just couldn’t stop looking at each other and smiling. It was truly the perfect outdoor wedding.

Venue: Phipps Conservatory, PA
Photographer: Goldstein Photography (Lynn & Kevin)
Catering: Rania Catering