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Sleek Lace Bridal Session at Water’s Edge | Kristen

When I met Kristen, her sweet spirit and charm were apparent from the beginning. I know I’ve shared with you guys how bridal sessions are hands down my favorite sessions. There’s just something about a bride to be putting her gown on before the big day, getting to know her dress with zero wedding day […]

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When I met Kristen, her sweet spirit and charm were apparent from the beginning. I know I’ve shared with you guys how bridal sessions are hands down my favorite sessions. There’s just something about a bride to be putting her gown on before the big day, getting to know her dress with zero wedding day timeline stress. I am so excited to be sharing this sleek lace bridal session with you all as Kristen is now a Mrs! Her and hubby Josh tied the knot on Saturday, so I can share away. (Waiting to share bridals until after the wedding day is also one of the hardest things ever.)

Let’s talk details. Her gown from NY Bride and Groom of Raleigh was sleek, elegant with a romantic lace detail. And the train? The most gorgeous detail of all. I’m a sucker for a long, train with buttons. Just add that to an adventurous bride who braved a TON of killer North Carolina gnats and we have the most gorgeous bridal session imaginable. But, through just the photographs, no one would ever have guessed that this fall bridal session was actually 95 degrees and swarming with buggies. Kristen found the strength to muster through all the yuck and walk through some glorious grass and soak up the gorgeous sunsetting rays. I hope you love this sleek lace bridal dress and session as much as I do!

Bridal Gown: New York Bride & Groom of Raleigh

Venue: Water’s Edge at Tart Farms

Makeup Artist: Abigail Berkebile

Hair Artist: Alexandria Batchelor | A New Day Hair Designs

If you loved this sleek lace bridal session, you’ll want to check out:

ROMANTIC SOUTHERN BRIDAL SESSION | ANNA CATHERINE

CLASSIC SOUTHERN ENGAGEMENT IN RALEIGH | KRISTEN + JOSH

HEIRLOOM BRIDAL GOWN WITH LACE | BRIDAL SESSION

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Brandee & Lee

"I just got my wedding photos back and they are breathtaking. I am so grateful she was able to do my engagement & wedding photos! She managed to capture every precious moment down to the little details. She is more than a photographer she connects with her clients and makes their visions come true."

"She is more than a photographer. She connects with her clients and makes their visions come true."

Andra and Brent

"Carrot cake topping jelly beans tiramisu lemon drops jelly beans fruitcake gingerbread brownie. Jelly-o marshmallow gingerbread candy cookie cotton candy sugar plum powder. Gingerbread fruitcake cheesecake powder cotton candy donut."

"We are beyond happy with how every detail captured our love story."

Tarah and Alex

"Carrot cake topping jelly beans tiramisu lemon drops jelly beans fruitcake gingerbread brownie. Jelly-o marshmallow gingerbread candy cookie cotton candy sugar plum powder. Gingerbread fruitcake cheesecake powder cotton candy donut."

"We can't stress enough: North Shore are the very best at what they do."