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Claire and Cole met each other, of all places, in the Reno International Airport.  Walking past him, Claire gave him a double look, and not for the obvious reasons, but because of Cole’s certain man accessory.  What was the accessory you ask?  A fanny pack.  A few jokes and banter led to seats together on the plane…

This past August they said their “I Do’s” above the deep blue waters of Lake Tahoe.  Claire’s color palette was ivories, creams, champagnes and touches of black.  Her inspiration for the day was her beautiful Enzoani wedding dress which has a glamourous vintage feel to it with the rouched bodice accented with gorgeous beaded floral rosettes.

She complimented her gown’s style by adding a bronze sash with beaded floral rosettes to her bridesmaids’ black dresses.  Cole and his groomsmen sported black suits with the retro addition of black Converse’s on their feet.
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Photography by Kendall Price Photography. Florals by Diana’s Floral Design.

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Elements of black lace, black and champagne feathers, antique pearls and sparkling beading were woven throughout the ceremony and the reception.  Ivory and champagne feathers graced the black vintage ceremony urns and within Claire’s bridal bouquet.   The black feathers also added a striking contrast within the bridesmaids’ bouquets.  Black petals carved a “W” in the ivory petal carpeted aisle and the adorable flower girl carried a black basket.

Champagne linen with black lace toppers dressed the cocktail tables, centerpiece vases wore cream lace and black ribbon while black sequined pillows sparkled on the white couches in the lounge area.   The center of their super cute dessert buffet was a simple and stunning double tiered wedding cake accessorized with lace and pearl-beaded floral rosettes.

Claire wanted all her guests to sigh and say, “That was so Claire!” at the end of the day and I think we succeeded!  In tribute to their fateful first meeting, everyone departed their reception each with their own ‘man bag’ fanny pack!

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