Biltmore Hotel, Santa Barbara Wedding | Kyra & Chad

Kyra & Chad are the sweetest couple.  Kyra look absolutely stunning in her dress and I love it when the men wear beige, tan, gray suits.  They had a beautiful wedding in the courtyard of the Biltmore.  This Hotel is a goldmine when it comes to photography locations.  We were even able to walk right across the street to get some great photos on the beach.  Chad’s dad was the best man.  When Jeff & I found out we were surprised because Chad has so many friends yet he asked his dad to stand by his side.  His father was so happy and proud and said he was even surprised when he was asked.  Jeff & I talk about how happy it would make him if Jace were to ask him to be his bestman.

Kyra wore her mother’s wedding dress. Below is a picture of her mother that was displayed on the guest table, with a signed that said, “Every bride wants her wedding dress to be special.  What is more meaningful than to wear a dress that belonged to your mother…  My mother’s dressmaker designed her wedding gown twenty-four years ago.  Today I have the honor & pleasure of wearing the same dress, slightly altered by the same dress maker.  Some of you here today may even remember!  A wonderful gesture & a treasured gift!”  Once I saw it I knew I wanted to recreate the pose