The Branches | Citronelle Community Center Alabama Summer Wedding

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What comes to mind when you envision your wedding day? Do you picture white sandy beaches or walking down the center aisle of your home church? Do you see yourself surrounded by your closest friends & family in a small ceremony or dancing the night away with 150 people? Either way, your day should be how you envision it to be.

When I met with Lauren & Justin, they told me that they envisioned their wedding day to be full of love & joy. And I can testify that those dreams came true. Joy filled the bridal room as Lauren & her girls got ready; followed by the biggest smiles of the day at the bride & groom's first look. Love flowed from the alter of the church while they exchanged vows & continued into the reception as they shared dances with their sweet parents.

I adored every moment capturing this summertime wedding & at the end of the night was sad to see it end. Lauren has the biggest heart & has been the sweetest bride...not to mention how adorable her & Justin are. It truly was a pleasure to be a part of their love story.

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One of my favorite parts of Lauren & Justin's wedding day was their first look!

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The ceremony took place at their home church which is where they met & got engaged too!

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Confession: I love 'stealing' the bride & groom away during the reception to capture a few just married portraits & here's why...

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Ever wish a photo was a scratch & sniff?? Or better yet, a scratch & taste?! Let me tell ya, this cake by Delish Bakery was as wonderful to taste as it was to look at. Not to mention the beautiful backdrop made by the bride’s family.

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Congrats to Mr. & Mrs. Branch! I cannot wait to see what the Lord has in store for you as you begin this journey as husband & wife.

It is often said that teamwork makes the dream work & that is so true when it comes to pulling off the perfect wedding day. Here are all the vendors who made this dream possible:

Photography: Deborah Michelle Photography

Photographer's Assistant: Toni Goodie

Dress: Bliss Bridal Fairhope, Alabama

Florist: Trayce Mathis

Bride's Rings: Lou's Jewelry

Ceremony Venue: Haven Woods Baptist Church

Reception Venue: Citronelle Community Center

DJ: Southern Aire DJ's

Videographer: KWest Videography

Cake: Delish Bakery

Catering: Full of Grace Catering

Bridesmaids Dresses: Bliss Bridal Fairhope, Alabama

Groom & Groomsmen Attire: Fancy That Saraland, Alabama

Invitations: Etsy

Hair & Makeup: Mallory with Root 43 Salon