Samantha+Denny's Palmer House Wedding

The Proposal: Denny proposed to Samantha in Santa Ana, California, on the 2-year anniversary of their first date. She had no idea it was coming. Denny did some amazing planning with Samantha's friend, Terri, who helped direct Samantha to the very restaurant of their first date, The Gypsy Den. Samantha still did not see it coming. As Samantha walked by, Denny popped out of a bush on crutches, as he had recently broken his ankle. He hobbled onto one knee and asked Samantha to marry him. The entire conversation was recorded on a GoPro (with audio as well) and Samantha could be heard saying famous lines such as, "I'm going to vomit" and "are you fucking kidding me?". Not her proudest moment, but sometimes shock can do that to you! She obviously said yes, and the two are as happy as can be! 
The Wedding: The day revolved around the Palmer House Hilton and was planned by the talented Shannon Gail. Samantha's makeup and hair were by Tamara and Melanie of Tamara Makeup+Hair Artistry. Her dress was by Casablanca from Here Comes the Bride, shoes by Franco Sarto from Nordstrom, and jewelry from Here Comes the Bride. The Bridesmaid's wore outfits of their choosing, with the Groom and Groomsmen wearing suits from Men's Warehouse. After getting ready, Samantha and Denny shared an adorable first look and then we continued outside to Millennium Park for some photographs before returning to the Palmer House for the ceremony and reception. Florals were by StemLine Creative, catering was taken care of in house by the Palmer House, and cake was a NY style cheesecake by Take the Cake. Reception entertainment was by the Tom Christie Band, and everyone had a great time.
Congrats Samantha and Denny!


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