An Angel Fell From Heaven And Landed In Front Of My Camera
How We Met
Lauren reached out to me with that excitement brides have when they know this is their person and this is their moment. From the beginning, there was so so so much trust.
Lauren is the kind of bride who loves to just get things done and I absolutely adored that about her. She didn’t need a meeting, over-explaining - just the invoice and we’ll do the rest later. She knew I was the one for her.
If you’re planning a Las Vegas elopement or intimate wedding and want something that feels personal, elegant, and intentional, these are the days I hold closest. Every wedding no matter the size deserves to be treated with the same care as I gave to Lauren + Alex.
The Day
To say the day was just naturally perfect would be a lie (hahaha) - Lauren and I sat through multiple 1 hour + zoom calls where she asked all of her questions without hesitation and I just helped to provide a safe space where - any question, no matter what it was - was a question worth asking. I get it. Lauren and I are the same person. Not only are we both moms with unpredicatable kids who thrive on a schedule but we’re both the type-a-est humans alive. I found my match in Lauren. And together we were unstoppable.
The Locations
Lauren did an amazing amount of research before securing me and after finding me on tiktok, she just went full-force into my blogs etc and she knew exactly the vibe she wanted. I love it when brides put a gallery name in their inquiry form - it reminds me of where we came from (having no inspo shared that was our own) to full wedding days planned solely off of another wedding that I shot. So full circle.
The Style
Lauren’s look was stunning. Not gonna lie, i was fully not expecting her to look like that at all. Behind the screen was just sweet, soft-spoken ANGEL who I would have guessed was going to wear a big floofy long dress with a slick back bun. WRRRRONNNG. Lauren showed up - wearing the chic-est dress i’ve ever seen, full hourglass, hair and makeup done by THE BEST, and a bangin’ bod for a mom of MULTIPLES. I guess I wasn’t wrong - Lauren surely was an angel.
Alex complemented her perfectly. Calm, grounded, and fully present. Together, their style felt less like a “look” and more like an extension of who they already are.
Ending Notes
Lauren & Alex’s wedding was a reminder of why intimate weddings matter so much. When you strip a day down to what’s essential—commitment, love, and capturing the memories meant to be kept.
I couldn’t be more obsessed with their photos, not because they’re flashy, but because they’re true. Lauren and I have sinced formed this ongoing online friendship that I hope will never go away. And when i look at these photos, I dont see “Lauren - Client” , I see my Lauren. The sweet angel I know and love. Cursed with being the boss level Type-A demigorgon you’re supposed to defeat at the end of the game.
If you’re planning a Las Vegas elopement or intimate wedding and want it photographed with intention I’d love to connect with you. Whether your plans are months out or coming together quickly, every story deserves to be honored fully.
You can submit a formal inquiry with me anytime, explore my packages, or follow along on TikTok @photosbysote where I share tips, education, and honest insight for couples getting married in Las Vegas.
