Bride’s Prep: Hyatt Dowtown Houston
Wedding Ceremony : Holy Rosary Catholic Church
Reception Venue: Petroleum Club of Houston
Catering: Petroleum Club of Houston
Florist: Bill with Floral Events
Cake: DaCapo’s
Wedding Gown: WHITE by Vera Wang
Bride’s Shoes: Bourne Josephine
Bride’s Hair: Salon E
Music: Darrell Ripley: DJU Productions
Videography: Optix Studios
It had been a rough week with life and workβ¦and after another long day Alida was making her way home. Reid called her to find out when she would be there.Β It struck her as out of their normal routine, but she let the thought fade. When she arrived home he was quick to ask if they could throw the ball with Molly (their black lab) at the top of the parking garage.Β It was cool outβ¦but not cold out so when she saw him grab his coat, she thought it a bit odd. But againβ¦she let the thought pass.
Not seeing what all the excitement was about, she slowly made her way up with him to the garage. Throwing the ball with Molly is something that they enjoy…because it’s something they do TOGETHER.
As soon as they got to the top, he asked her to marry him!!! Alida + Reid are one of a kind, best friends…and majorly in Love. π It was apparant fromΒ Alida + Reid’s Engagements and even more apparant on their wedding day.
The wedding took place in Houston, TX 4 years and 1 day after the day they started dating. Their wedding colors were inspired by their Alma Mater LSU and Alida’s love for vintage accessories and details. Alida + Reid wanted a fun, happy..and a significant day…their wedding was no doubt all of this combined.
I emailed Alida and asked she and Reid what their favorite memories were from the wedding day and this was Alida’s Response:
REID: Β Seeing how beautiful Alida looked when he first saw her (at the first look)” ; during the mass when Alida told him “When FJP tells us to kiss, let’s kiss for a long time.; and at the reception, when Alida taught him the “wobble dance.” lol.
ALIDA: My favorite memories were seeing Reid during the first look (and his expression <3), getting “2D Meris” from Amelia at the church (and thus having her in all photos following) my dad walking me down the isle, and shoving the cake into Reid’s face at the reception (Reid was not aware that was going to happen). And our champagne toast when we crossed arms (we practiced lol).
Also, you weren’t there for this, but Ben gave his “speech” at the rehearsal dinner and that was the ONLY part of the whole wedding that made me cry. Lauren video-ed it on my camera so I will have to send it to you. I also cried a little when FJP was giving the homily about how Reid and I are the “gift” that we are getting through marriage.
So Alida + Reid, here is the blog post of your wedding. Congratulations to you guys, “Nana + Nana:”
Alida’s favorite detail was her shoes. Aren’t they fierce?!
She even had the handbag to match!
On wedding days, there’s more than love exchanged between the bride and the groom. Weddings are a chance for love to show between friends and family as well.
Β I love this sweet note that Alida wrote to her Maid Of Honor, Rebecca.
Alida, you are so beautiful.
I love this shot of Alida putting on her dress. All of her bridesmaids were so supportive and helpful for Alida the entire day!
Amelia spent some time with the guys during their prep as well.
SO chill.
Awe…look at Molly. She loves her “Nana.” π
The Hyatt was the perfect place for the prep. It was absolutely beautiful..with beautiful light.
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Alida + Reid opted to do a First Look. I love when couples do a first look because it gives them the opportunity to have a moment together, alone before everyone else sees them.
For Reid + Alida’s wedding, they even decided to do their family formals before the wedding so that they could go straight to their reception.
For Alida + Reid’s First Look, Reid was not anticipating seeing Alida at that exact moment; he came up the escalator, turned the corner and there she was.
This was Amelia’s perspective of Alida’s reaction.
Hands down my favorite image of the day.
After Alida + Reid enjoyed their first few minutes of seeing each other, we took a few images around the Hyatt.
There was this incredible skywalk that provided an incredible backdrop for this fabulous couple.
LOVE
AH! You guys are just gorgeous.
AHHH!!! I just want to squeel I love this space so much! Look how SHARP these guys look.
It’s true. I LOVE lines. This shot is going down in my alltime favorites category! Beautiful ladies!
Because Alida + Reid had seen each other during their first look, we all hopped on the trolley and headed to the church together.
Brad says this image is his favorite. I have to admit, I love it to! π The girls in their purple dresses…the tall modern architecture. It looks so surreal!
Alida’s sister Meris couldn’t make it to the wedding, so Meris’s friend Amelia brought a cardboard cutout of her there. As a result, “Meris” was able to participate in ALL the wedding festivities.
Alida’s reaction.
They were married in such an exquisite church!
I adore this shot Amelia grabbed of Alida walking into the church with her father.
They are always smiling!
The exchanging of the vows.
….and their first kiss as husband and wife.
Mr. and Mrs. Reid Guzzetta
Are you kidding me???!! This was the view from the reception: the 43rd floor/Petroleum Club of Houston
I love them!
Oh man, Alida. You’re the best! π
First Dance as husband and wife.
Alida made sure to shove a nice big piece into Reid’s face.
As the sun began to set, we grabbed this shot: potentially my favorite of the day (oh wait, I think I said that earlier). Ok, this one’s my favorite too! π
Move it like Bernie
The last dance of the night ended with a bang!!!
Alida + Reid, I know that right now you are probably off…on a beach somewhere enjoying the rays. And I hope that the first time you see your wedding photos and everytime after you are able to relive how special your wedding day was. Thank you so much for allowing me to be Β part of this process: for your engagements, your bridals, and your wedding day!
Amelia and I had a blast shooting the wedding!!! I’m so happy to have met you Alida, and to have seen you again Reid…only now, with your lovely wife!!!! π π π
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I love the pics SO much! But, the person who shot the video was Cimela, while the person who brought out 2-D Meris was me, Amelia. Very similar names π
Lol and Catherine’s second photographer is also named Amelia!!! Haha double confusing π
Ohhhhhh! Haha! I kept thinking, “What? I didn’t take that photo! All I did was bring 2-D Meris!”
Name twins!