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I told Becky when we were leaving that she was honestly one of the most joyful, genuine and fun-loving brides that I’ve ever worked with! I meant every word. She has an infectious laugh and bubbly personality and the best part?! Trevor is the exact same! One of my favorite parts of the day was watching these two interact during their First Look! Their excitement level and facial expressions were 100% on the same page. She loves him to death and he just absolutely adores her.

Their teary vows were full of expressions of their deep love for one another and their promises for forever. There were so many parts of the day that left me a little emotional but what really got me was watching Trevor trying to get through his vows. He just loves her so much. They promised to love, support and care for one other forever in front of the gorgeous Veritas view of rolling hills, mountains and never-ending rows of vines. The trees are starting to change and so their portraits have a golden tint to them in the background. This is my most favorite time of the year and I’m so thankful that we got to spend our second to last wedding weekend in the valley, with an incredible couple and with perfect weather!!

The smiles and laughter that you’re about to experience in this blog post is just unreal. You’re going to love it. Trevor and Becky, we can’t thank you enough for treating us like family and for allowing us to be a part of one of the happiest days of your life!! It was SUCH an honor!!!! Enjoy re-living your day while you lay out on the beaches of Hawaii!! Jealous!!! :)

Her grandma’s diamond and ring box! So timeless!

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Loved this!!!! Hilarious!

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There were a few tears here… I loved Becky’s sweet mom! Their relationship is so sweet and tender.

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It’s GO time!

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Oh don’t you just love them?!

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You guys are the cutest!

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These blue suits though! So fun!

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This is the angle from the ground…

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And this is the angle from standing on top of our car:) #worthit.

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Quite an epic entrance!

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Oh this makes me melt! Michael’s best shot of the day!

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It took him a second but he got through the vows. :)

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MARRIED! Such a gorgeous first kiss shot if I do say so myself!

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And Becky is EXCITED!!!!!! Love it!

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Pure joy!

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Thank you to Kylene (another fabulous KJ Bride and a groomsmen for this help with this!)

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Veritas… you are gorgeous!

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A non-flash shot. So magical!

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Their entrance… was awesome!

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Dress Store | Ellie’s Bridal Boutique

Dress Designer | Stella York

Florist | Blue Ridge Floral Design

Venue | Veritas Vineyard & Winery

Catering | Veritas Vineyard & Winery

Hair Stylist | Brianna B. Adams

Make Up Artist | Gohar Ayvazyan Makeup

DJ | Dominion DJs

Cake | Sweethaus

Groomsmen Attire | Own Only

Invitations | Wedding Paper Divas

To view other 2015 Weddings visit HERE!

To view Trevor + Becky’s fall engagement session, click HERE!

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