Wernert-Dugan

June 7, 2008

The day started with Jeff and I meeting Christine and Matt at St. Anthony's in downtown Wichita. Christine with her ladies and family got ready downstairs as the guys got ready upstairs. They chose not to see each other beforehand. Christine's dress was very pretty. While in Europe she found a Justin Alexander design and was able to find a shop in Missouri that had the same dress to order from. Lots of lace and beadwork along with a corset back that laced up the back. She also wore a lacy jacket that had buttons on the sleeves and all the way up the back. One of her briedsmaids used a crochet hook to fasten the buttons. The four bridesmaids all wore lilac purple floor length strapless dresses. The ladies all wore the same shoes as well which were Nina brand with high heels.

We were able to squeeze some photos of Matt and the guys along with Christine and the ladies before the ceremony. When the ceremony started Christine was escorted down the aisle by her father. It was a very beautiful ceremony. Being able to be on the altar off to the side so I wasn't a distraction allowed me to get some really amazing expressions.

Afterwards we finished up pictures of the families then went to a location that was special to Christine and Matt. Down by the river there is a bench where Matt proposed and so we got some shots there of the two of them and the wedding party.

Then it was time to get them to their party. The reception was held at The Hotel at Oldtown. The room was decorated very nicely using the color of lilac throughout. They had a receiving line before dinner was served. Following was the traditional cake cutting, first dances, garter and bouquet toss.

Congrats to both of you.

Tyff and Jeff