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North Shore Engagement Locations If you’re considering capturing engagement photos with your significant other, Minnesota’s stunning North Shore is the perfect backdrop! Whether you’re seeking cliffs, beaches, or forests, the North Shore has it all. In this blog, I’ll review the best North Shore engagement locations!

Best North Shore Engagement Locations

A man holding his girl in his arms, dipping her as they kiss with a beautiful snow covered back drop on the North Shore of Minnesota

Planning a wedding involves making countless decisions, from choosing the perfect venue to selecting the right vendors. Among these decisions, one crucial aspect is budgeting! According to The Knot, the average cost of a wedding in Minnesota is $31,000. However, this number can vary significantly based on individual preferences and priorities. Let’s dive deeper into breaking down the average cost of a wedding in Minnesota and identifying your top priorities when it comes to vendors!

The Average Cost of a Wedding in Minnesota

Wedding couple walking out of the church as guests throw eucalyptus confetti at them

Finding the perfect wedding dress is an essential part of planning the big day but with so many options where do you start? Fortunately, Minneapolis has a range of wedding dress shops that offer their own unique selection and experience. Let’s take a closer look at some of the top 8 wedding dress shops in Minneapolis, MN, from Ivory Bridal Co to Grace Loves Lace, to help you find the dress of your dreams!

Top 8 Wedding Dress Shops in Minneapolis MN

Stunning bride with an open back wedding dress dancing with her bridesmaids in front of the Minneapolis skyline at Boom island park

When it comes to planning a wedding, one of the most important factors is your wedding venue. Additionally, your wedding venue brings your entire wedding look together so it’s important you choose a a venue that matches your wedding vision and style. So today, I’m talking all about the Top 8 Modern Wedding Venues in Minnesota. Let’s dive in and find the perfect spot for your modern wedding!

Top 10 Modern Wedding Venues in Minnesota

Beautiful white barn wedding venue in Minnesota

If you’re looking for all inclusive elopement packages in South Africa that will completely blow your mind, then this is for you! Explore amazing deals in the most beautiful parts of South Africa! From Safari’s and wild animals to gorgeous beaches and luxurious wineries- let’s dive right in!

All Inclusive Elopement Packages- South Africa

South Africa elopement couple dancing on the edge of a cliff as the sun is setting behind them across the green rolling hills

If you’re looking for a complete wedding day shot list to ensure you capture every single beautiful moment- then this is for you! Say goodbye to missed moments! This comprehensive wedding day shot list covers it all. Create memories that last a lifetime, a long with some bonus tips for the best wedding day ever. Let’s dive right in!

A Complete Minnesota Wedding Day Shot List | 2025

Champagne spray of bride and bridesmaids in matching robes

If you’re wondering how to lose weight before your wedding day, then this is for you! Many Brides feel the need to tone up and lose weight for their big day and can be tempted to try any and everything. There are so many diets out there like Keto, Paleo, Weigh-less, Intermittent Fasting, The Zone Diet and more! Not even to mention all the health drinks, shakes and pills! The question is, which one of these “diets” actually work? What is the best for lasting results? After reading through this blog post, I am absolutely confident that you’ll know exactly what to do next to start feeling and looking your absolute best for your wedding day!

How to Lose Weight Before Your Wedding Day

cape town elopement couple on table mountain

If you’re looking for a wedding day timeline example, this blog is for you! Finding a wedding day timeline for your big day can be so intimidating and stressful! As a professional wedding and elopement photographer with countless weddings under my belt, I can assure you that I have the perfect schedule for your wedding day! Below you will find two different wedding day timeline examples depending on whether you’re doing a first look or not.

Wedding Day Timeline Example

Bride and Groom dip kissing at the end of the aisle while guests throw eucalyptus confetti at them

If you’re planning on hiking in your elopement dress, but you’re not exactly sure how to navigate this, then this is the post for YOU! Many girls dream about their wedding dress their whole life and your elopement dress should be no different! I’ve photographed many elopements in beautiful places! All with different types of […]

Hiking in Your Elopement Dress

Elopement couple dancing in Arizona during sunset

Many couples have been on the fence lately trying to decide between having a Wedding vs an Elopement. For some couples it’s a no brainer- whereas others have some questions…What is the difference? Which one is better to do? Which one is more affordable? How does one decide, etc. While both have pro’s and cons, I’m here to help you decide which one is a better fit for YOU! Let’s dive in!

Wedding vs Elopement

Stunning pearl veil shot of wedding couple during sunset in Minneapolis