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The dress was on and it was time to go meet Mr. HW for our first look of the day! We found a really interesting little pathway around the side of the house and decided to meet there. I came down the steps from the east wing of the house.
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And Mr. HW started down from the west wing.
It was so incredibly exciting!
No, those are not my real eyelashes – tips on how to apply falsies here!
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Time to turn around, groom!
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And then I cried in his arms.
I also admired his snazzy tuxedo.
We kissed a lot.
And looked longingly into each other’s eyes. Haha, doesn’t get more lovey-dovey than this, huh?
Oh, right. There are still photographers snapping away! About 15-20 members of our family were standing by watching as well. None of that really bothered me. I’d love to be able to watch a First Look happen with another couple, so I can totally get on-board with having a little audience there.
I was SO happy to be with him again after spending the day apart. So much of the day felt so surreal, and seeing him really helped ground me and give me peace.
The area next to the guest house looked like an enchanted forest, so we hopped into the shrub to take some more pictures there.
If you are considering a first look, I have nothing but positive things to say about it. It allowed us to have a semi-private few minutes together to connect during the day. Since we were able to take all of our couples/bridal party pictures before the ceremony, it freed up time after the ceremony to enjoy the reception for a longer period of time. I am SO happy we decided to do a first look.
How did your first look go? Was it private or did people watch?
All photos by Joy Neville Photography unless otherwise noted.
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Love love love! Seriously the pics are great Mrs High Wire!
these pictures are precious, and your dress is lovely! i bet having others watch gave you even more butterflies before he turned around! it’s like being on stage and waiting for the red curtain to open : )
Wow, you are so stunning!!! I love all these pictures. Y’all just look so happy and in love.
The light in these photos is just incredible, they (and you) are gorgeous!
Aw, so gorgeous! You both look so happy! And those forrest shots are amazing.
omg, these left me a little breathless! Out of curiosity, I’m a Dallas girl too, where are you guys? What a lovely looking venue!!
Gorgeous first look, and I love those photos with the sunlight coming through the trees 
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Mrs. High Wire, Dallas Age and Occupation: 23, Legal Assistant Fiance's Age and Occupation: 25, Director of Communications Engagement Date: October 9, 2010 Wedding Date: September 2011 Venue: Clark Gardens About Me: My loves include yoga, anything spicy, our eccentric cat, our rambunctious dog, and Mr. High Wire, of course! Like the steadiness act of the tightrope walker, this gal is busy balancing life while planning a wedding to the man of her dreams. We’re hosting a laid-back, vintage-inspired, bird themed wedding with heavy doses of love, good eats (did someone say tacos and margaritas?), and endless Texas charm. Mr. High Wire and I are so happy to have you along for the walk across the tight rope.
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