After a very relaxing, much needed 4 days off I am back and at ’em!  It’s kind of hard being totally cut off from technology but so great at the same time.  I mean my google reader is overflowing with unread blog posts and my facebook notifications are screaming at me but my mind is totally refreshed.  I figured there is no better way to get back into the swing of things than with some delightfully gorgeous photos of Christine and Richard.  This girl can smize like no one’s business.  I’ll let you see for yourself…

 

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Thanks to Brianna Thompson (www.makeupminutes.com) for the amazing makeup.

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Christine designed her own dress…and I was completely impressed.  It was gorgeous!

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Christine…you are absolutely stunning!

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Yum!

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Favorite of the day.

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They are so perfect together.

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Rawr!

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Christine and Richard…I had SO much fun with you guys.  I know you are going to have an amazing marriage and I hope these photos make your day a little happier!  🙂

 

 

  • Lindsay Kaye - July 6, 2011 - 4:21 pm

    These are so amazing! Fantastic job Lauren!!ReplyCancel

  • Amanda - July 6, 2011 - 5:25 pm

    Breath-taking, Lauren! Love love love!!ReplyCancel

  • Rachel Catlett - July 6, 2011 - 5:52 pm

    HOLY CRAP!!! Girl, these are breathtaking!!!!ReplyCancel

  • LeolaK - July 7, 2011 - 3:28 am

    Beautiful!ReplyCancel

  • Christine and Richard - July 7, 2011 - 4:25 am

    YAY! They came out so well! Can’t believe we finally got a break in the weather in order to take these photos 🙂
    You were so fun and so easy to work with…made us feel very at ease. Thanks so much for your time and the hard work you put into photoshop-ing our flaws (haha). These came out beautifully and we can’t wait to see the rest.ReplyCancel

  • Cara - July 7, 2011 - 5:51 pm

    These might just be some of my favorite pics yet! They are so lucky to have these pics and to look back on for years to come! I wish my wedding pictures looked like these!!!ReplyCancel

  • […] her sassy hot pink lips)…I knew she was the real deal.  Brianna was the makeup artist on a Bridal shoot I did recently and the makeup turned out better than I could have ever expected.  It was […]ReplyCancel

Tim Allen talking about “play time” and “road trips” and the happiness of Pure Michigan literally makes my heart smile.  When I hear that soft, monotone voice it takes me to an entirely different place.  I imagine a place where time is slower and the days are longer.  I imagine watching the sunset over the water without a care in the world.  Next weekend…I get to experience my daydream.  I am spending a long, glorious weekend in Pure Michigan and I cannot freakin wait!

 

So I thought it would be very appropriate to dedicate today’s Fashion Friday to Michigan…and all it’s Nantucket Red, Tim Allen, summertime goodness.  🙂

 

I’m going to be there over the 4th of July so I’m on the hunt for the perfect red, white, and blue outfit….I would like all these dresses please….  🙂

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I feel like I’ll be packing a lot of gingham and cuffed jean short loveliness.  Unfortunately…I don’t own any Nantucket Red…maybe a shopping trip is in order….

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My itinerary for this getaway consists of a whole lot of nothing.  Lounging, boating, suntanning, reading, some more lounging…all while looking fabulous of course.

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I hope everyone has a great weekend!  Happy Fashion Friday!

  • Ravyn - June 24, 2011 - 9:47 pm

    You totally hit the nail on the head with this one! Everything here is totally Pure Michigan! 🙂 It also happens to be every single item of clothing I wish was in my closet. SO, When I’m really rich, will you be my stylist?!?! Actually, whenever I think about going shopping, I think I’m going to call you!ReplyCancel

    • laurenwakefield - June 24, 2011 - 9:50 pm

      I think I see a Chicago shopping trip in our future…. 🙂 Or I suppose Circle Center could work too…but not nearly as exciting. 😉ReplyCancel

  • Joanna Brummel - June 25, 2011 - 5:01 am

    Those wedges are pretty great 🙂ReplyCancel

  • Janet Wakefield - June 27, 2011 - 9:29 pm

    I think my whole wardrobe needs a make over.
    Of course you will agree and are probably surprised I said it!
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    MOMReplyCancel

    • laurenwakefield - June 27, 2011 - 9:32 pm

      YES! Let’s go shopping!!!!ReplyCancel