09/02/2026
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08.28.26 was long awaited, but well worth the anticipation!! lexie and nick had been dreaming up and planning their garden party wedding at hartwood acres for the last year and a half, and what a wonderful celebration this day was! they had near *perfect* weather (especially for pittsburgh!) : 80 and sunny, only a touch of rain in the morning before all the festivities began, and it was like these two were legitimately glowing all day. š„¹ a morning of eager excitement getting ready flowed into a beautifully emotional ceremony in the afternoon, and that led into a delicious bbq dinner and absolute BLAST of a party dancing into the evening! l + n are two of the sweetest, down-to-earth people, and what an extra treat getting to discover that both of their families are equally as wonderful. thank you as always to the fantastic vendors that made this day so specialā¦itās always an honor getting to work with so many talented folks! special shoutout to Sarah Puliatti Thomas Photography who shot alongside me (and helped my 8 month pregnant self along š) she is incredibly gifted as a photographer, lover of people, and in general a wonderful friend to have in your corner.
venue: Allegheny County Venues
photo: pittsburgh wedding photographer š¤
second photographer: Sarah Puliatti Thomas Photography
content creator: Vanna | Weddings, Events, & Brands Content Creator
hair: PITTSBURGH BRIDAL HAIR SPECIALIST | KORI ROE
makeup: Pretty, by Paige.
dress: Anthropologie Weddings
bartending: āTini & Twist Mobile Bar
catering: Smokin' Toad's BBQ
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