Simply Breathe Events

JUNE 7, 2024

The First Look At Simply Breathe Events, we LOVE a first look. This first look was a beautiful testament to their love story, a quiet pause that allowed them to connect deeply before sharing their vows. Sam was an absolute vision in a gorgeous gown, pearl necklace, and detached bridal sleeves.

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Simply Breathe Events

JUNE 25, 2024

First Look Moments Before heading to the ceremony, Raychel shared two very special first looks. First, she shared a heartwarming moment with her dad, bringing happy tears to many eyes. We LOVE first looks at Simply Breathe Events.

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Simply Breathe Events

MARCH 25, 2024

A First Look at the Line Hotel First looks are always special. For Priscilla, the first look with her father was a poignant moment, soon followed by the eagerly awaited first look with Brad at Perry Belmont.

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Love Inc. Mag

JULY 15, 2024

Hair and Makeup (if applicable): Final touches and reactions to the finished look. First Look with Wedding Party (if applicable): The reveal of the soonlyweds to their wedding party. First Look with Parents (if applicable): The reveal of the soonlyweds to their parents.

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Simply Breathe Events

JANUARY 22, 2024

An Adorable First Look Before the Ceremony The first look, a tender moment shared between Zoë and Joel outside the Atlanta Swan House, was nothing short of magical. After their heartfelt first look, Zoë and Joel took a serene stroll around the majestic Swan House, seizing the moment for an intimate photo session.

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Simply Breathe Events

MAY 3, 2023

The wedding party’s attire felt rich and regal thanks to the jewel tones everyone was wearing (the bridesmaids wore emerald green, and the groomsmen looked dashing in blue). Fall First Looks One of our favorite moments of the wedding day is the first look.

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Simply Breathe Events

JANUARY 3, 2024

A First Look Before the Ceremony Before we share the ceremony, we need a moment for this sweet first look. As wedding planners, we always adore a first look. The fashion choices came together flawlessly, creating an ambiance that exceeded everyone’s expectations.

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The Road to Marriage

OCTOBER 26, 2023

” On wedding day, Christine had a First Look with the two most important men in her life. Incorporating a First Look into your wedding day is a fabulous time saver. Christine said, “Helayne is professional, sharp, one step ahead, and made the lead up and wedding day a seamless process.”

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Sweet Gardenia Weddings

JANUARY 3, 2023

First, you spend most of your day getting ready. Then, if you do not have a first look, you will be limited in time. Here's what that looks like -- after your ceremony you will only have 30-40 minutes of photos taken, and most of those will be with family. Looking for a planner or coordinator?

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Simply Breathe Events

MARCH 19, 2024

A First Look at the Library of Congress Nikki and Brandon’s wedding photos and their first look unfolded against the iconic interior of the Library of Congress. Can we have a moment for Nikki’s pearl-encrusted getting ready robe?!

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Style Me Pretty

MARCH 4, 2024

Carina did a first look with her bridesmaids, her father, her brother, and then Nate. Later in the evening, they both shared a “Reception First Look” which allowed them the opportunity to preview their wonderfully designed space before their guests entered.

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Rebecca Rose Events

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Linens: Stradley Davidson Napkins: Amanda Lindroth Hair and makeup: Makeup by Flynn Ceremony music: The Music Boutique Reception entertainment: Soul of Boston Hayley’s first look gown: Elizabeth Fillmore w/ cape by Mark Ingram Collection Hayley’s ceremony dress: custom dress made by A’dor Couture Hayley's clutch: Bella Rosa Collection

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Simply Breathe Events

AUGUST 1, 2023

First Look and Personal Vows Breanna and Jamal had a beautiful private first look, exchanging personal vows that melted our hearts. We are still drooling over some of the details! As wedding planners, we absolutely adore this idea and highly recommend it to our couples.

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Simply Breathe Events

JANUARY 22, 2024

An Enchanting First Look Moment at The Peabody Library The first look was a picture-perfect moment outside the iconic Peabody Library. The anticipation in the air was palpable as Veronica and Peter saw each other in their wedding attire for the first time.

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A Touch of Bliss

JULY 25, 2024

Erin had a rings hidden in her bouquet for parents and grandparents, and the couple shared a special bottle of champagne that was from Colin’s birth year during their first look. Erin and Colin had so many sweet and intentional details, including a signature drink named after their new kitten: Ruby.

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Style Me Pretty

JUNE 21, 2024

Some special moments during our day was reading letters from each other earlier in the day prior to our first look. Our first look was extremely special to me as well. I also loved my first look with my dad. We’re huge foodies so having tons of food (and cheese) was important to us!

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Rachel Willis Events

JUNE 8, 2021

Because of this, a lot of vendors are going to recommend that you do a first look (see blog post ). First looks are not only adorable, but functional too! However, first looks aren’t for everyone. The sunset is at 5:20 PM, & your fiancé REFUSES to do a first look. Couple portraits?

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Style Me Pretty

MARCH 25, 2024

They then had a traditional ceremony at the Armenian Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, followed by their wedding reception at Hôtel le Marois. Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: Post categories: Real Weddings , The Blog , Traditional Elegance

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Style Me Pretty

APRIL 19, 2024

Did I also mention that the bridal suite is every bride’s dream?! :) The venue was also very close to the historic Mission, where we took our first look. We also loved that it had a combination of indoor and outdoor vibe. Elaine wore a beautiful red-laced Qipao to honor her Chinese culture.

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Style Me Pretty

JULY 3, 2024

Rather than spend all of the afternoon and cocktail hour taking photos apart from each other, they opted for a first look to take portraits before the ceremony and kept wedding party photos to a minimum, allowing them to enjoy cocktail hour with their guests and family.[/field]

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Ponderosa Planning

MAY 9, 2024

It started pouring rain the afternoon of the wedding, so when it came time for Allie and Kevin’s first look I was pleasantly surprised when they still wanted to have their first look outside! I adore the emotion of the first look, and the energy after the ceremony when the couple walks up the aisle.

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Style Me Pretty

MAY 1, 2024

The gown even brought James to tears during their private first look, when he was presented with his stunning bride for the first time! The A-Line shape and delicate floral lace, complimented the couples wedding vision and made this bride feel like she was living her fairytale.

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Style Me Pretty

APRIL 5, 2024

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Vision in White Events

APRIL 30, 2024

Getting Ready First Look with Bridesmaids Needless to say, Bride Tina’s girls were absolutely captivated by her! First Look with Father What a bittersweet moment between a father and his little girl! Following their beautiful ceremony, they held their reception at The Cordelle.

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Style Me Pretty

JUNE 24, 2024

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Style Me Pretty

JULY 25, 2024

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Style Me Pretty

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The perfect location to create a blooming, spring setting for the bride and groom to have their first look and portraits. The light fabric allowed the warm sunshine against her skin during their first look and portraits. Light bounced from all angles from the southern-facing walls.

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Style Me Pretty

JULY 22, 2024

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Style Me Pretty

JUNE 11, 2024

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Vision in White Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The gals wanted to soak in all of the moments for her big day and decided to squeeze in a celebratory toast before heading down the hall for her fathers first look and first look with her groom! Fathers First Look A father’s first look is always so fun to experience, just look at this reaction!

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Style Me Pretty

JANUARY 22, 2024

She recommended that the couple do their “first look” in Aspen before riding the gondola to the top together. They did a first look with their beloved dog, Stella. It allowed them to get even more incredible photos and spend even more time together on the wedding day. They were wearing matching Gnome pajamas.

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Style Me Pretty

APRIL 8, 2024

He even forced himself onto the bus with me on the way to the First Look! We named the signature drink after him, had the cutest stir sticks with his picture, the bar sign featured him, and of course, we had a George figurine taking a bite out of the cake!

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Bridesmaid Bridesmaids Pinterest Wedding Cake 97

Lauren Baker Photography

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Before leaving the house for their private first look and vow reading, Jack chuckled as he cut off his friendship bracelet, a request Sarah made which he granted. Sarah looked radiant as she walked down the hill from her neighbor’s house toward’s Jack. When it was time to get dressed, Jack was all smiles.

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Reception Wedding First Look Ceremony 52

Style Me Pretty

JULY 26, 2024

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Style Me Pretty

APRIL 4, 2024

field] [field title=”Special Detail #2″]The couple elevated the increasingly popular tradition of a first look before the wedding with a first touch. A heartfelt shoutout is extended to the church family, who played a significant role in assisting with both the setup and takedown of the event.

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Style Me Pretty

JULY 23, 2024

Since the couple didn’t do a first look, the opted for a private boat ride around the sound post ceremony to enjoy time together before docking the boat and joining their guests on the dock! A string quartet played in the background, while a champagne cart was anchored at the front of the dock to greet guests with bubbles!

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Lauren Baker Photography

DECEMBER 13, 2023

His groomsmen, on the other hand, were the perfect amount of boisterous charm that helped calm Bill’s pre-first-look nerves. Julia and Bill’s first look was set against the backdrop of the iconic Ocean House Resort. The sun shone brightly on these lovebirds as they shared their first look and private wedding vows.

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