Black Ankle Vineyards

The weather was perfect. The sun felt perfectly warm on my shoulders and the wind was blowing at just the right speed where we could feel the breeze but it didn't mess up the models hair. I didn't want to leave this gorgeous location. I looked around and couldn't believe it only took me 45 minutes to get here. There was no way I was still in Maryland!

I've already arranged for my birthday celebration of 2011 to be here! I am officially in love with Black Ankle Vineyards!

As we pulled up, I couldn't wait to open the doors to see what was inside! This is the interesting place that hosts wine tastings!

Each piece of this location had a story behind it. It was fascinating to learn how this came together! It was so inspiring...if only I was handy and could build something without breaking something!

These are clippings from the land that were made into a countertop for the bar.

See how pretty the bar is?

Once inside, this is the gorgeous view outside! We were outside for a good portion of the day and it was just beautiful! So relaxing and rejuvenating!

If I wasn't with several other professional, I probably would have run through the rows and grabbed grapes off the vines! It was so hard to resist this urge!

Looking over the vineyard!

Nathaniel had brought us these yummy donuts all the way from York, PA.

Brit doing an awesome job holding the reflector. I seriously want one of these. It makes everyone perfect- no lines, no shadows, no flaws!

Jacqueline holding the gorgeous flowers from Local Color Flowers.

**note: Nathaniel rocking his black ankle socks. I'm thinking he did this to celebrate the name- Black Ankle Vineyards??

Ris jumped in to help Brit with the most amazing inventions ever- the reflector!

Some of the ladies who were a part of the fabulous project:

(L-R) Rissa from Balance Photograpy, Ashley from Up-Do's For I Do's, Ellen from Local Color Flowers, Jacqueline and Brit from Balance Photography

Getting the right angle for the right shot...

...wanting to get an even higher shot!

So now that you've seen all the behind the scenes pictures, I bet you are wondering what we were working on? Well, you'll just have to wait! This project has been incredible and I haven't even seen the final results! I'll be sure to post as soon as I have the final edit in hand! I already know it's going to be amazing and I'll be thrilled when I finally get to share it with you all :)

Katie's May 15th Wedding

I'll never forget Katie's smile. I met her years ago as she modeled for a friend's local business. I did the make-up and met a bunch of fabulous gals. Fast forward to 2010, Katie contacts me about doing hair and make-up for her wedding! I always love when people think of Up-Do's For I Do's even if we haven't seen each other in years! It is such a compliment! Anyway, Mindy and Amy headed down to Annapolis to help Katie and her girls get ready! Here are some of the pics that Katie sent my way! It is so rewarding when we get to see our happy brides on their big day!

Here Mindy is explaining how the veil goes in and out! This is a common adjustment on the wedding day! We will teach Mom, your BFF or even the flower girl how to do this. It's super simple and the veil can easily be put in and then taken out later! I always suggest to put your veil on last (as long as it's not complicated) so there are no last minute whoops! They catch easily on hangers, candles burning, red lipstick, etc. Play it safe with the delicate fabrics!

Isn't she stunning? See what I mean about her smile?

We love the trend of fresh flowers! So romantic and perfect for an Annapolis wedding!

Ahhh... perfection!

Thanks again for all of the AMAZING work that your team did for us on my wedding day! Mindy and Amy are fabulous and we had a great time with them!! I've attached just a few of the professional pics that show the awesome updos.

Thanks again!

Katie 5.15.10

Holli's April wedding at the Gramercy Mansion

Danielle and I headed to the gorgeous Gramercy Mansion to celebrate Holli's big day! She had a gorgeous suite and we really had a great time! Holli's Matron of Honor was a former bride of ours! Angela- It was great to see you and catch up!

Here is Danielle putting the finishing touches on Holli!

Holli's flowers by Great Expectations!

I always like to add a detail shot and these flowers were stunning!!!

Pictures by EgoMedia Photography. The fabulous girls at Wedding Savvy were also there to help! They always do an amazing job and we love to work with them!

A perfect Sunday for a wedding

I spent the morning of May 16th with Kelly and her super sweet family. Kelly, her sisters and mom were such a joy to be with! I also had the pleasure of working with Erin and her husband of Snapp-Shot Photography! It was so fun working with this talented team! Here are a few snapp-shots of me working on Kelly's hair!

ahhh...the finished product~ a very happy couple! Congrats Kelly!

Whew....

Whew....is all we can say after finishing a large party! In fact I apologize for being such a slacker on the blog. I have a million exciting things I want to share with the internet world! Since we are right in the middle of wedding season, my itty bitty little fingers are super tired after a full weekend of up-do's and therefore can't function properly as I try to type! Sorry for the delay!

Mindy and Amy tag teamed Caitlin's large bridal party. Spending the day on Kent Island, the girls had an awesome April wedding day! Larry Huffman caught these priceless memories and Caitlin was sweet enough to send them our way! Mindy did an outstanding job on her hair!

Is she not the cutest bride? I love to see the excitement on her face!

Amy worked magic and brought out Caitlin's best features while keeping it natural! Caitlin also had Nova Lashes applied by Amy the week of the wedding. They really make a huge difference. I can't recommend anything more important for a bride to add to her wedding day must dos!

These girls are having the time of their lives! It's so awesome to see it all come together- the hair, the make-up, the dresses, the flowers and most important the happy smiles!

I just waned to thank you, Mindy and Amy again for doing such a fabulous job on my girls, my mom and I on my wedding day! Everything turned out perfect and everyone looked gorgeous, thanks you to guys! I am so pleased with my experience with Up Do's For I Do's and I am looking forward to seeing Mindy and Amy again next weekend for my friend Darla's wedding!

Thanks again,

Caitlin

Congrats Alex!!!

Danielle and I helped Alex and her girls get ready on May 15th. We had such a great time with them! There are so many things I love about weddings. Something that I always enjoy is learning more about the bride! I'll never forget Alex's grandmother! She told us stories about Alex growing up! I personally enjoyed the one where Alex was sitting in her carseat giggling and still managed to put on all the clothes her grandmother just bought her! Too cute!

I also loved Alex's style! Everything about it! Her gorgeous lace veil was perfect for her vintage hairstyle! Her make-up brought out her best features! I loved the colors that Danielle used! The whole look together was divine!

Her oh-so fabulous photographer was Jen Lowe!

Danielle and I were so excited that we got to share the getting ready process with some of our favorite wedding ladies! Not only did we get to see Jen, we also got to see the incredibly and amazingly organized Vaneisha from Your Happily Ever After! What a great team to work with!

To check out more photos of Alex and her hubby, check out Jen's blog! There are so many glamourous shots!

More pics from MacKenzie's birthday party!

If you didn't see our blog post about MacKenzie's birthday party, check it out here! Danielle sent me some pictures from her time with MacKenzie on her special birthday! I just had to share these cute images!