{E-Session} : Christie + Chad by Ideology Photography

It seems that all of Ideology Photography’s couples are up for some great fun when it comes to their engagement shoots! Take Christie and Chad, for example ….. They didn’t have one, but two incredibly styled and marvelously themed engagement sessions. Here’s the beautiful first part.

You know I always say that inspiration is all around you! Couldn’t ask for a more perfect example. Chad is from New Orleans and Christie is from El Paso. So they decided to have a New Orleans meets El Paso type of e-session. And they couldn’t pick a better photographer for this challenge. Seriously talented, Jessica Santiesteban from Ideology Photography captured these dazzling images and I have to admit, I’m kind of obsessed. The bride-to-be is so beautiful, the photographs are extraordinary, the location is divine… it’s a pretty perfect package.

{Real Wedding} : Bianca + Omar by Stephane Lemaire

My favorite photographs are those that capture moments beyond the posed or the detail shot.  French photographer Stephane Lemaire just might be the king of finding these precious occasions and turning them into exquisite memories. A month ago or so, I presented you Bianca and Omar’s stunning engagement session, and today is a happy day here at Belle because I bring you their beautiful nuptials. Not only I’m dying over the lovely couple and the bride’s yellow parasol, but also the amazing scenes from the McKelligon Canyon Amphitrite make me skip a bit (perhaps two) each time I look at them. It’s a vibrant, summer wedding in El Paso full of color and pure love. Enjoy!

{Engagement Session} : Brooke + Travis by Dawson Taylor Studios

I knew the pecan tree farms around the Mesilla area where a beautiful location for e-sessions or wedding shoots, but this engagement shoot by Dawson Taylor Studios takes pecan tree backdrops to a whole new level. And quite frankly, I couldn’t expect anything less from the Dawson Taylor Studios team. They always do a great job not only shooting beautiful images, but also styling them to perfection. I’m just loving all the props, specially the pink parasol! And when you add to this equation totally adorable cowboy boots, well let’s just say I am in my blogging happy place. Approachable, light-hearted yet totally beautiful, this engagement session has it all.

Photography: Dawson Taylor Studios

{Engagement Session} : Katie + David by Dawson Taylor Studios

Hello lovelies! I’m very excited to kick off the day with Katie and David’s beautiful engagement session on Zin Valle, which is probably one of my favorite locations for engagement shoots in el Paso TX and Las Cruces NM area. In my humble opinion, you definitely cannot go wrong with a summer winery e-session. The Southwest vibe combined with the sweet vineyard ambiance and the talent of Dawson Taylor Studios seems to be a recipe for perfection… I’m absolutely loving it.

Photography: Dawson Taylor Studios | Location: Zin Valle

{Real Wedding} : Angelica + Che by Kristen Swanson

This is one of those blissful El Paso weddings that I could stare at for hours upon end. It’s traditional and yet totally fresh. It’s timeless and yet infused with Moroccan and peacock touches. It’s pretty, it’s colorful, it’s just perfect. And it proves that ballroom weddings are utterly gorgeous. Photographed by Kristen Swanson (who I heart) at the Double Tree Hotel and a design by the fab Angelica Razo (the Bride), this is one of those weddings that I’m sure will quickly jump to the top of your favorite list.

And when you are done with the wedding gorgeousness, stop by Angelica and Che’s 1940’s inspired engagement session for more eye-candy.