Remember Kristin & Andy’s gorgeous Minnesota wedding from this summer?

Well, we’re thrilled to feature Andy & Kristin once again on Truly Engaging! But this time, they’re sharing their “trash the dress” photos with us! Let’s just say, Kristin and Andy have let their hair down and aren’t worried about perfect timing, ruining their wedding clothes, or breaking a heel this time! No … this session is casual and celebrates an old-fashioned kind of fun–one that brings out the kid in each of them! And yet–they still manage to look absolutely fantastic! Here’s our naturally-beautiful bride Kristin, to tell us about their afternoon & why they wanted to do a “trash the dress” session …

Location We ended up at West Medicine Lake Park {Minneapolis, MN}- which is just a few miles from our house. Since I didn’t have any grand ideas about our session, Erica thought the park would offer a variety of scenery and things to do.
Photographer Erica Hanna Mayer of Puke Rainbows Photography

When you’re planning a wedding, it’s hard not to get distracted by all the beautiful “trash the dress” photo sessions that exist on blogs. For me, I really wanted to have a photo session with my husband after the big day, when we were no longer anxious, nervous, stressed, etc. and could instead just truly enjoy it. I also really wanted some photos with our dog, since he was NOT allowed anywhere near me on our wedding day (didn’t want to take any chances that he would deem it necessary to “mark” my dress!) And of course, I wanted the excuse to put my wedding dress back on again!

You look like you were having so much fun—how is this photography session different from any other? We did have a lot of fun – despite the unseasonably cold temperatures We were just completely relaxed this time around. Unlike at the wedding, I wasn’t running through our memorized vows in my head or worrying about tripping when I walked down the aisle. Erica did a great job of providing some direction, but also making us feel completely at ease – sometimes I even forgot that she was there!

I love this last photo–just cracks me up! So funny. Thanks Kristin & Andy for sharing yet another special day with us. What a blast and perhaps you and other “trash the dress” enthusiasts will inspire TLC to come up with a new show called “Say yes to the dress–without all the stress!”  Congrats once again! We love your pics!

So, what do you think? Are you brave enough to “trash your dress?

A picture is worth a thousand words … I love the idea that a single image can visually represent something deep, powerful and lasting. And, when you’re searching for your wedding photographer, these are quality ingredients to look for in their photography style.

And speaking of quality, we’re currently featuring the artistry of Shannon Porter in our Must See Photography – MagnetStreet’s go-to place for wedding photography inspiration for your Save the Dates.

Shannon Porter Photography

Gorgeous photography will take the look of your Save the Date design to new and limitless possibilities- to really create that wow factor for your guests.

Here, Shannon’s artistry is featured on “Inspired Devotion” Save the Date design. The difference is tremendous~ altering the tone and feel of the design. It’s personal.  See Shannon’s photography on more Save the Date designs at Must See Photgraphy.

What do you think of the design before … and the design after?

Shannon Porter Photography {Portergraph.com}

Hearts from rings

how utterly beautiful is this captivating photo via the gallery at Wedding Bee

this is the image you get when you combine sun, book and rings.

doesn’t it get you all inspired inside?

image by Burns Wedding Photography

ain’t nuthin she won’t do for him!

{MarieSam & Tommy}

I’m smitten with these gorgeous photos taken by Stephanie Williams

{whom I will be featuring more of soon}

Happy Friday!