Sun-Kissed | A Coastal Summer Styled Shoot at Kent Island Resort
Laura Gares Laura Gares

Sun-Kissed | A Coastal Summer Styled Shoot at Kent Island Resort

August on the Chesapeake Bay? Yes, please. The warm air, golden sunset, salty breeze, and that unmistakable glow that only summer can bring. This styled shoot at Kent Island Resort I designed was to capture exactly that feeling: sun-kissed, beachy, and all things coastal.

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Christina + Phil | A May Wedding at Historic Stonebrook Farm
Laura Gares Laura Gares

Christina + Phil | A May Wedding at Historic Stonebrook Farm

On a beautiful May day, Christina + Phil’s wedding day felt relaxed and joy-filled, focused not on extravagance, but on what truly mattered. Simple details and soft greenery with eucalyptus accented the space, and the bridesmaids wore the same dress color. It was lovely and created a cohesive, effortless look that fit the natural beauty of the farm perfectly.

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Kimberleigh + Ben | Engagement at The Ritz Carlton in Philadelphia
Laura Gares Laura Gares

Kimberleigh + Ben | Engagement at The Ritz Carlton in Philadelphia

Kimberleigh and Ben’s engagement session at the The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia was the perfect mix of timeless elegance and completely carefree fun — which, if you know them, makes total sense.

From the moment we met in the grand marble lobby, it felt like we were stepping into a classic movie scene. The soaring columns, glowing chandeliers, and iconic architectural details gave us the dreamiest backdrop. I’ve never stepped foot in there before (definitely had a bit of imposter syndrome happening) and was amazed by it all!

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