On a beautiful Winter day, Zakery and Samara tied the knot, celebrating with family and friends at Tre Bella. From the intimate ceremony to the lively reception, their wedding was a reflection of their love and style!

Zak+Sam’s love story begins… as high school sweet hearts! I got to hear a little about about their love story at the Engagement session, and here are a few things I loved the most about meeting them, and seeing their love in real life: They’ve been together for years, as high school sweet hearts, and now real life adulting- they are truly so comfortable with one another, and it is so endearing to witness! In fact, on their wedding date, they have officially been together for a decade. TEN YEARS! At their engagement session, I learned a little bit about how they were attending rival Universities, ASU and UofA, both preparing to graduate this year; which is so fun!! Knowing they’ve grown up together, endured life’s challenges, grown as individuals and a couple, it is just so fun to see them together. What an amazing year to be finishing out college degrees, being together for ten years, AND officially becoming Mr. + Mrs.! 

Their Wedding at Tre Bella was absolutely beautiful! From the rustic feel with the barn doors, and brick, to the city feel of downtown streets, and the urban vibes with the wall art and everything between, it was filled with pretty little places to capture their love story!

With Zak in a Classic Vibe of Black Tux, and Sam’s gorgeous full skirt, with the flirty slit that showed her cute bridal shoes, they infused a classic Vibe with their personalities and it paired beautifully! While the Men looked Dapper in their Suites, their romantic pink, white and peach florals complemented the Bridesmaids dresses, and really brought together a soft, beautiful color palette for their Wedding day! 

Sure to include their loved ones that are no longer with us, but fully in their hearts, they had an area set up with memories of Samara’s father, and a really touching charm added to her Bridal Bouquet. No detail was unthought of, and they truly made every piece of their day wholly THEM.

Before their Ceremony, they decided to have a private first look together. Samara tapped on Zakery’s shoulder and the genuine love and sweetness shined on his face as he turned to her and took in how beautiful she looked. They took a few moments together to just BE and soak each other in!

The Ceremony took place in the Courtyard, with greenery, draping vines, and gorgeous florals on the Wedding Arch, bringing an air of romanticism to the entire ceremony. Family and friends gathered and mingled with laughter and joy as they awaited the big moment. Zak and Sam decided to walk down the aisle, Together! Beaming arm in arm, it was such a sweet moment! Their best friends and family in their bridal party, and in the front rows of the ceremony were filled with emotion as Zak + Sam recited hand written vows to one another. Tears, full hearted laughter, and so much joy exuded during their ceremony from the bride and groom, and all in attendance, it was a truly warm, and wholehearted celebration of their Love!

The laughter and joy continued on as guests welcomed the Newly Weds to their Reception! The couple shared their First Dance as Husband and Wife as guests looked on with smiles and cheer. Filled with gorgeous Florals, a sweetheart table, and personalized photos of the couple at each guest table, their friends and family enjoyed a delicious dinner, heartfelt Mother Daughter, Mother Son Dances, and Toasts from their Best Man Ryan, and Maid Of Honor Aubrey, that had them filled with laughter. Zak and Sam played the Newly Wed Shoe lift game, where they answer questions and the crowd gets to see if they answer correctly! There was lots of laughter from their friends and family as they mismatched answers, and shared some telling information about their new spouse with their answers! Once the dance floor officially opened, the guests and the Bride and Groom had a blast dancing the night away! They snuck out for a quick outfit change, arriving again in personalized “HUBBY” and “WIFEY” sweaters! They then had a super cute bundtini “cake” smash-and-share moment together. 

It was truly an honor to be a part of Zakery and Samara’s special day. Their love for each other was evident in every detail, and we wish them a lifetime of happiness and adventures together!!

See Zak + Sam’s Engagement Photos here

Vendor Team:

Photography: Trisha Rose Photography, Associates Brittany + Matthew

Venue: Tre Bella

Floral: Millan Flower Shop

DJ: Direct Sounds

Gown: Brillant Bridal

Menswear: Mens Wearhouse

Video: OMG Studio

Stationary: The Knot + Shutterfly

Cheers to many many amazing years as Husband and Wife!!