Real Brides: Lauren

My husband and I actually started dating our senior year of high school, but we spent all 4 years in the same homeroom and with similar friend groups so we knew each other for a while before. It wasn't until our senior year that we started hanging out more and realized we had a ton in common and had so much chemistry with each other! We actually were together for about 9 years before we finally got married this year!

I went dress shopping with my mom at Savvy Bride in Charlotte. I LOVE glitter and rhinestones and beading so I knew I wanted a stunning dress with lots of movement and shine. I tried on so many dresses that day and my mom actually pulled that one from the rack first. As soon as I put it on I felt like I was straight out of a Taylor Swift music video lol :) with every small movement, it sparkled so much and the little heart details were just perfect, it was so whimsical! 

Bridal Store: Savvy Bride Boutique Charlotte @savvybrideboutique

Photographer: Wild Native Photography @wildnativephoto

Hair & Makeup: Linnie Biondillo @biond_beauty