It’s #WeddingWednesday and we are popping bottles with today’s Bride, Ashley!
After getting ready with her bridesmaids, she slipped into this gorgeous off the shoulder lace gown to marry James.
Their first look was filled with memorable moments and so much joy.
The pair had actually met when they were just kids as Ashley was friends with one of James’s sisters. It wasn’t until Ashley outgrew her self proclaimed “awkward stage” from high school to college that James reached out. She declined his invite for a date until years later when she asked if the invitation was still good. He said yes and “it was a wrap since then,” Ashley said.
Have you ever seen a more glamorous bridal party?! Although everyone looks great and I really love James’s suit, Ashley’s beautiful smile stands out the most to me in this photo!
When it was time for the ceremony, James waited for his bride under a unique and stunning half-moon arch.
During the ceremony, James presented Ashley’s daughter with an adorable ladybug necklace and matching earrings.
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From the bride: