Free for Haul Friday, Volume #157
Welcome to Free For Haul Friday!
- Haul: I don’t think I bought anything this week!
- Weekend plans: Try to convince Shaun to go holiday decor shopping! Celebrate my mom’s birthday.
- Favorite TV show?: I’m loving The Voice right now!
Share your pet photos to the Temptalia Pets flickr group! 
This week’s Mellan photo…
Stay classy, Mellan.
Wedding photos for those interested ahead!
All photos are courtesy of the very talented Rhee Bevere Photography, which is a photography studio that specializes in candid photography. I have an exceptionally camera-shy husband, you know! Rhee and Kevin made a great tag-team and managed to grab some amazing shots throughout the ceremony. If you are looking for a Bay Area photographer who captures moments, not just poses, I highly recommend them! I was also incredibly impressed by the amazing shops and artists I found on Etsy to help me add personalized details. Every single shop I worked with was excellent in customer service, accommodating my requests, and delivering early.
- Makeup: Posted here
- Nails: Illamasqua Creator on fingers, Illamasqua Charisma on toes
- Wedding Dress: Maggie Sottero Chadley
- Wedding Shoes: B.P. Fae Wedges with DIY crystals
- Reception Dress: Adriana Papell Illusion Bodice Lace Sheath Dress
- Reception Shoes: Enzo Angiolini Black Pumps with DIY crystals
- Jewelry: earrings from my mom, necklace from Shaun’s mom, and bracelet from Shaun’s grandmother
- Flowers: Noaki
- Cake Topper: The Air Castle (cake was created by Shaun’s mom)
- Invitations, Placecards, Menus: Ever After Papery
- Photographer: Rhee Bevere Photography
Wedding Soundtrack: (You think there’s a theme? LOL!)
- Lindsey Stirling – Song of the Caged Bird
- Florence + the Machine – All This and Heaven Too
- Florence + the Machine – You’ve Got the Love
- Florence + the Machine – Drumming
- Lindsey Stirling – Elements
- Florence + the Machine – Only If For a Night
- Florence + the Machine – Heavy In Your Arms
- Florence + the Machine – Cosmic Love
- Florence + the Machine – Heartlines
- Florence + the Machine – Never Let Me Go
- Enya – On Your Shore
- Florence + the Machine – Breath of Life
- Lindsey Stirling – Crystallize (Processional)
- Lindsey Stirling – Electric Daisy Violin (Recessional)
(Photo by Ever After Papery)
(Photo by me; we had our cake at our wedding brunch the next day!)
(Photo by me)
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Ho’omaika’i! Congrats! You looked so beautiful! Hope your day was amazing for the both of you =)
Thank you, Kawai!
Thank you for sharing some wedding photos with us. You looked so beautiful!! Wishing you much happiness!!!!
Thanks a lot, Jennifer!
Just delightful!!! You are so radiant and I love that the photos are candids and not the cookie-cutter ones from my wedding oh-so long ago! I hope your day was everything you dreamed it would be. Thanks for sharing your special moments with us; it’s a privilege to be able to “share” your day.
As for my haul, who cares? I would rather look at these pictures than what I bought any day!
Congratulations again!
LOL! Aww, thank you Terri!
But I care about your haul!!
Your bouquet is amazing! Did you make it yourself? If you did, how long did it take to find all the pins/decorations? Also, how did you put it together? It looks like it was a beautiful and special day
Also love that the pic of you in the vineyard!
Thank you, Leona! I didn’t make it – Noaki from Etsy made it for me
Oh wow! You looked like a princess!!! You looked beautiful and your dress looks so amazing on you!
Thanks a lot, Jaime!
How did your crystal heels hold up?
I didn’t notice any stones had come off!
You look so happy (and very beautiful, of course)! Your venue looks amazing too, I hope you guys had an absolutely fantastic day, it looks like you had a lot of fun!
I LOVE your bouquet, it’s so unique. I went with an “artificial” bouquet as well, they’re like pieces of art and you get to keep them!
I got married yesterday
It was awesome, but I’m never doing it again, LOL.
Congratulations!!!!!!!!! I’m so happy for you! Wishing you a lifetime of happiness
You look GORGEOUS!
What a wonderful personal wedding you had! Thanks for posting the links – I’m actually planning my wedding at the moment so you’ve been very helpful! I wish you and your husband a wonderful life together 
Thank you so much, Jennifer! Good luck planning!
lovely picutres! amazing dress and i really love the flowers!
Thanks, Erine!
you look absolutely gorgeous!!! so happy for you!! congratulations!!!
Thank ya, Sam!
Congratulation Christine
Thanks, Francesca!
Christine, you look so beautiful in those photos. Congratulations and best wishes to you and Shaun.
Thank you, Joan!
You look beautiful! I’m so happy for you!
Thanks a lot, Cynthia!
Hey Christine! You look absolutely stunning! Congratulations on your wedding! Love everything! I also really appreciate your photos of Mellan. It shows that he is like your son & an important part of your family. People often treat animals like a material object that is kept outdoors in the cold or as an alarm for trespassers. I feel that this shows what a great person you are & thanks for sharing some of your personal life with us! I’m so happy to support you! I really respect all your opinions & always look to you for reviews on the latest beauty products. Thanks so much & keep up the solid work! Aloha!
Thank you so much, Lina!
love love love your bouquet!!!!
Thanks, Kristin!
You look so stunning! Love the crystal headband and your bouquet. Thanks for sharing with your readers
Thank you, Danielle!
You look gorgeous!! That dress looks stunning on you!! Also, I love Lindsey Stirling!!! I saw her in concert last month and she blew me away!
Thanks so much, Rebecca!
Seriously gorgeous! And it was very obviously a day full of joy and love. All the best to you both.
Thanks, Kate!
CONGRATS!! You look really beautiful, best wishes!
Thank ya, Lourdes!
Congratulations once again and all the beste for you!!
Wonderful dress, flowers… sooo romantic!
Thank you, Andreea!
You looked so beautiful! Your bouquet was spectacular, and you defintely looked like a princess. And the top of your cake was so cute!
Thank you, L!
Beautiful photos Christine. You looked lovely. I love the picture of the rings.
Thanks, Amanda!
Congratulations to a very Gorgeous Bride, and of course the groom too!! Love the dress!! Bought the shadow collection and really like it. All the best for a very long and happy future together.
Thanks, Martha!
Wow you’re so pretty! Congratulations Christine!!
Thanks, Vanessa!
You were a beautiful bride! Congrats & may you two share a lifetime of joy and happiness!!!
Thanks, Aisha!