Anne-Michelle and James are one of those couples that vendors just love. These two adorable BBVA Compass bankers had it all for their Sonnet House wedding and reception: style, elegance, creativity and fun.
Ah, the wedding day. It began with Anne-Michelle’s Monique Lhuillier gown from Ivory & White in Mountain Brook. The wedding and reception were at the gorgeous and versatile Sonnet House, where wedding photography is a dream and the service is incredible. Have both events in one scenic location makes for so many more wedding photographs, and the guests love the convenience.
Cafe Iz handled the catering, with Cajun specialties in honor of Anne-Michelle’s Louisiana roots. The cakes were from our dear friend Jan Moon of Dreamcakes bakery in Homewood. And as always, people couldn’t stop talking about how pretty and delicious the cakes were. The lovely florals were from Flowerbuds in Cahaba Heights. The photo booth was from our friends at Total Entertainment.
A great team of bridesmaids and groomsmen, as well as tons of loving family and friends, helped make the day even more special. Pastor Joshua Canizaro, from Church of the Highlands’ Greystone campus, delivered a heartfelt and hilarious wedding ceremony. We’ve done ceremonies with several Church of the Highlands pastors and they all seem to share the same great combination of reverence, warmth and humor.
Anne-Michelle surprised James by changing into a jaw-dropping going away suit, a modern Kay Unger number that she paired with a hat, leather gloves, pumps and hangbag that were a modern spin on Old Hollywood, perfect for their classic getaway car from Vintage Auto. Owner Ron Marko, one of our favorite vendors, whisked the couple off to Renaissance Ross Bridge Resort in Hoover, where the couple spent their honeymoon night as a gift from Daniel Taylor Photography.
Anne-Michelle and James, we are honored to have captured your special day and we wish you happiness beyond your wildest dreams.
* You can see their awesome highlights from their engagement photos at Tannehill State Park and their awesome wedding rehearsal dinner at Ted’s Garage!
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The Sonnet House in spring, one of our favorite wedding venues in the Birmingham area. Daniel Taylor Photography
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Anne-Michelle's bridesmaids help her step into her blue wedding shoes. Photographed at The Sonnet House in Birmingham, Ala., by Daniel Taylor Photography

The flower girl puts on her own shoes for Anne-Michelle's wedding at The Sonnet House in Birmingham, Ala. Daniel Taylor Photography

The Sonnet House has tons of photogenic wedding details, like this chandelier. Photo by Daniel Taylor Photography

The bride and groom's first look at The Sonnet House in Birmingham. Photo by Daniel Taylor Photography

A blue, white and green boutonniere from FlowerBuds. Photographed at The Sonnet House in Birmingham, Ala. Daniel Taylor Photography

A bridal portrait on the porch of The Sonnet House. The wedding of Anne-Michelle and James. Photo Daniel Taylor Photography

Blue bridal shoes, photographed on the porch of The Sonnet House in Birmingham, Ala. Photo by Daniel Taylor Photography

A pre-wedding kiss in the field outside The Sonnet House in Birmingham, Ala. Daniel Taylor Photography

Wedding photos in black and white: The bride and group walk outside the The Sonnet House in Birmingham, Ala. Daniel Taylor Photography

A violin at the wedding of Anne-Michelle and James at The Sonnet House in Birmingham. Daniel Taylor Photography

The bride and her father wait to walk down the aisle moments before the wedding at The Sonnet House. Daniel Taylor Photography

The bride slips on the groom's ring at the outdoor wedding ceremony at The Sonnet House in Birmingham, Ala. Daniel Taylor Photography

An emotional moment during the outdoor wedding ceremony at The Sonnet House wedding of Anne-Michelle and James. Daniel Taylor Photography
Yummy Cajun food at the The Sonnet House wedding reception of Anne-Michelle and James. Daniel Taylor Photography

Sonnet House outdoor wedding reception by night in Birmingham, Ala. Photo by Daniel Taylor Photography

A quiet moment at the Sonnet House's outdoor fire place after the wedding. Photographed in Birmingham, Ala., by Daniel Taylor Photography

Wedding greenery and candles for the outdoor fireplace at The Sonnet House in Birmingham. Daniel Taylor Photography.

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Love, Love, Love yall!!
Whoops! Meant Barnett! : )