Sometimes wedding days don’t go quite as planned—and that’s okay. Because when love is real (and the vibes are right), you make magic happen anyway. That’s exactly what this sweet couple did when they decided to take their bride and groom portraits after their wedding day at the dreamy Lair the Studio in Falls Church, Virginia.

 

Here’s the backstory: on their actual wedding day, we were all set to take stunning portraits of the two of them in their wedding attire. The excitement was in the air, the light was perfect, and then—uh oh—the bride’s dress ripped right before we could start! Talk about a plot twist. Add in a rushed wedding timeline, and it just didn’t leave much room to capture the slow, romantic, joy-filled portraits they were dreaming of.

 

So, what did they do? They booked a portrait session at Lair the Studio—an effortlessly chic space with beautiful natural light, clean backdrops, and plenty of room to twirl, snuggle, and soak each other in. This time, they had no timeline pressure, no crowd waiting, no stress. Just the two of them (and me, camera in hand, heart full).

 

The bride slipped back into her gown—fixed and fabulous—and the groom looked just as dapper as ever. They held hands, laughed about the dress drama, kissed like they were right back at the altar, and we got the portraits they truly deserved. Every image radiated calm, connection, and a touch of that just-married sparkle that can’t be faked.

 

Doing portraits at Lair the Studio gave them the freedom to just be. We played with poses, moved around the space, and captured every sweet, silly, swoon-worthy moment. Honestly? It felt like a mini wedding day without the chaos.

 

If your wedding day timeline didn’t go as planned or you just want more time in your dress (yes, please!), a post-wedding portrait session might be the perfect move. This couple’s story is proof that it’s never too late to create the memories you want.

 

Because at the end of the day, your love is worth every frame. 💕✨