Soco & CJ had one heck of a wedding celebration at the end of December as they became husband and wife! They planned a super fun party for their guests, complete with CJ’s grandpa playing guitar and singing Elvis songs & oldies while his sister accompanied him on violin, as well as a full Mexican band that played for their guests in between the DJ spinning tunes! The dance floor was packed ALL night long and they had a blast (you have to see the very last photo below)!!!
Rewinding back to the start of the day, CJ and his groomsmen all enjoyed hot shaves at the barber shop to get ready for the big day before getting their suits on!! Meanwhile, the girls were getting hair & make-up done! Once that was finished, Soco had her mom, Maid of Honor & her sister button her into her intricate lace long sleeve dress before her mom placed her cathedral length veil in her hair! After taking some beautiful bridal portraits of Soco, we headed out to where CJ was waiting for his first look with Soco!! He had the best reaction when he turned around and saw Soco for the first time!! He was absolutely blown away by his bride in her white dress!!
Before the epic party got started, guests gathered to witness these two become husband and wife. CJ’s cousin performed the ceremony & married them & they had lots of other family members involved with rituals and blessings! I love that they included so many family elements in the ceremony & made it special for not only them, but everyone else in attendance! One of my favorite parts of the night was during toasts when Soco’s sister pulled out a paper scroll (which was her speech to her sister) & unrolled it to the floor! That got a laugh out of everyone & she delivered a beautiful & heartfelt speech!! Another special moment was Soco’s dad tearing up during his dance with his daughter!!
Soco & CJ, I hope you both absolutely love each & every photo!!! I’m so honored to have been able to photograph your wedding & hang with you guys so much this past year. From your beautiful Art Institute engagement session to all of your friend’s weddings I’ve photographed that you’ve been guests at, it’s been a blast!!! Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness & love! Much love, Jen. xx
