Kelsey & Matt | The Club at Hillbrook Winter Wedding

As freshmen at Miami University, Kelsey and Matt heard the stories about kissing your sweetheart under the Upham Hall arch. As the tale goes, couples who kiss under the arch will get married. Kelsey and Matt didn't know each other as incoming freshmen, but a couple years later they would meet in a marketing class inside the very building that houses the arch. And a couple more years later? They'd be married as Miami Mergers.

I admittedly get overly excited about Miami Mergers because I am half of one myself, but I think Kelsey and Matt would 100 percent agree that Miami is a special place (check out their engagement photos around campus). And these two are special themselves. I could gush all day about how fun-loving and genuine Kelsey and Matt are, but they gush about each other much better.

"I love that I get to see a very goofy, fun side of Matt that nobody else gets to see," Kelsey said. "Everyone knows that he is charming and funny, but I get to see how truly hilarious he is!"

And then Matt chimed in:

"She picks up ALL of my slack and is always ridiculously cute."

As if this wedding couldn't get any better, Elizabeth Anne Designs is featuring Kelsey and Matt's big day on their blog today! I've admired Elizabeth Anne Designs for SO long, and I'm so, so excited that these two are featured as a "Real Wedding." Make sure to head over there and leave them some love!

The perfect amount of snow fell for Kelsey and Matt's winter wedding, and Kelsey had cute boots on hand to help her navigate outdoor portraits (yes, we did ALL pictures outside! It was fantastic!)

Kelsey's dress from Something White was so unique and beautiful! I highly suggest giving Karin and Rebecca a buzz if you're in the market for a gown.

Kelsey's grandmother's fur helped keep her warm all day.

I love the brothers discussing where the ring will go ...

Recognize these cuties??

These two share such an awesome relationship. I have so much respect for them.

Beautiful Ashley! (Have I mentioned that I love this family??)

Then it was off to the Hillbrook, which is one of my favorite places to shoot!

These two traipsed through the snow for portraits. I cannot stress enough how amazing they are.

How beautiful are these details? Shi Shi Events and Blooms did a fantastic job putting them together!

And then--and THEN!--it started snowing, and Kelsey asked if we could go outside and take pictures. Ohhh my goodness.

Kelsey and Matt, you are FABULOUS! I'm so thankful we got to work together and laugh together and get to know each other. Go have a fantastic adventure, OK?

Check out Kelsey and Matt's AMAZING video by Anthony Codispoti (If you're looking for a videographer, you should contact this guy!): Ceremony: Church of the Resurrection Reception: The Club at Hillbrook Wedding Planning and Design: Shi Shi Events Videographer: Blue Tie Cinema, Anthony Codispoti Florist: Blooms Bakery: Cake Couture DJ: TKO Entertainment Stationery: Poeme Hair Stylist: Bridal Hair by Kristin Collins Makeup Artist: Jessica Miller Bride's Dress: Something White, Heidi Elnora Bridesmaids' Dresses: Adrianna Papell Tuxes: Men's Wearhouse, Pronto Uomo Transportation: A-1 Mr. Limo Honeymoon: Aruba & Curacao!

Taja & Husain | Cleveland Wedding

They say that opposites attract, and in Taja and Husain's case it's so true. Husain is a jokester, he's a ham in front of the camera and he's not shy. Taja is sweet and more reserved and very, very organized. Together, they bring out the best in each other, and it's no wonder their family and friends were cheering them on all day. These two have so many people that love them, including their adorable daughter, Maleah, and it was so fun to see them all in one place surrounding Taja and Husain on their big day. And let me tell you what ... these people know how to have a good time. Nathan and I were smiling all day. :)

Taja and Husain, thank you for allowing me the opportunity to document your wedding day. I hope I get to see your little family again soon! 

I started the day with the girls who got all prettied up ...

... while Nathan hung out with the guys who enjoyed pizza and champagne.

These guys loved pictures, which was amazing for us!

Taja's walk down the aisle was so sweet. While she got ready that morning she talked about how ready she was to marry Husain and I think it all became real while walking arm in arm with her dad.

That one up there on the left is a favorite. :)

You are beautiful, Taja!

And you're so dapper, Husain.

Taja's friends made the cake balls, and they were SO DELISH.

So much entertainment at the reception! :)

And so much dancing! This little guy videotaped the whole (and I mean whole) day until the dancing started. Then he was tearing it up on the dance floor the rest of the night. :D

To see more from Taja and Husain's fun wedding, click here to view a SLIDESHOW or watch it here:

Ceremony/Reception: Cleveland Airport Marriott Bride's Dress: Kleinfeld Bride's Shoes: Nina

Taja & Husain | Elegant Cleveland Wedding Sneak Peek

People ask me all the time if I get tired of going to weddings. I always say no. And that's for real. Weddings are such happy events; who wouldn't want to work in an environment filled with happy people? Plus, my weddings are all so different, which keeps things interesting. Taja and Husain were my second wedding of last weekend, and their wedding could not have been more different than Staci and Ben's, which was non-traditional, outdoorsy and rustic. Taja and Husain planned a traditional, elegant affair near the city. I cannot say enough good things about these two and their friends and family. The whole wedding was so alive. There's no other way to describe it. I loved observing everything and can't wait to share the rest with you!