When I first met with Lindsey & Bryan, I remember them being so sweet together and clearly excited to be engaged. It was particularly fun to learn that they were planning their wedding at Duquesne University where they both went to college, because I’m a graduate of Duquesne as well! We reminisced a bit about how campus has changed over the years, especially the addition of the Power Center. This building, which holds the ballroom that would be the venue for their wedding reception, was just being finished Bryan’s freshman year.

Lindsey & Bryan had an absolutely gorgeous wedding day in all aspects, from the attire & decor to their sweet friends & families, not to mention the perfect weather. They said their “I Do”’s in the university’s Chapel of the Holy Spirit before being greeted outside by a bubble exit with all of their guests. The Charles. J. Dougherty Ballroom was decorated with beautiful floral arrangements and lots of soft pink touches. Lindsey mentioned to me that pink was her favorite color, and the shade she chose for her decor and the bridesmaids’ dresses was just perfect.

It was such a pleasure photographing Lindsey & Bryan on their wedding day and spending the day with their sweet families & fun bridal party! Take a look below at some highlights from their day!

Contributing vendors:
Ceremony Venue: Duquesne University – Chapel of the Holy Spirit
Reception Venue: Duquesne University – Charles J. Dougherty Ballroom
Dress Shop (Bride): Babette’s Gowns
Dress Designer (Bride): Allure Couture
Dress Shop (Bridesmaids): David’s Bridal
Hair & Makeup: Eye Do Makeup & Hair – Stephanie Maust
Jeweler: Goldstock Jewelers
Menswear Shop: Men’s Wearhouse
Florist: Fields of Heather
Bakery: Signature Desserts
DJ & Photo Booth: Soundwaves Event Group
Caterer: Parkhurst Dining
Photographer: Kristen Vota Photography
Second Photographer: Steve Mead

Diamond engagement ring and wedding bands from Goldstock Jewelers in Pittsburgh, PA

Bride's diamond teardrop earrings rest on her silver rhinestone shoes

Bride's silver flat wedding shoes sit on her white veil

White Allure Couture wedding dress from Babette's Gowns in Pittsburgh, PA

Stephanie Maust of Eye Do Makeup & Hair puts finishing touches on bride's hair

Stephanie Maust of Eye Do Makeup and Hair puts lipstick on bride at Cambria Hotel in Pittsburgh

Bride puts in her earrings at Cambria Hotel in Pittsburgh

Bridesmaids in matching pink kimonos pose with bride before getting into their dresses

Bride smiles as bridesmaids help her into her dress at Cambria Hotel in Pittsburgh

Bridesmaids help the bride into her dress before her Duquesne University wedding ceremony

Maid of honor buttons bride's Allure Couture wedding dress before her wedding at Duquesne University

Maid of honor hugs bride before a Duquesne University wedding ceremony

Bride poses in her Allure Couture wedding dress from Babette's Gowns in Pittsburgh, PA

Bridal portrait at Cambria Hotel in Pittsburgh, PA

Groom's brother straightens his bowtie at Cambria Hotel in Pittsburgh, PA

Groomsman fastens groom's cufflinks before his wedding at Duquesne University

Groom adjusts his watch before his wedding at Duquesne University

Groom puts on his blue tux jacket from Men's Wearhouse at Cambria Hotel in downtown Pittsburgh

Groom's brother adjusts his collar before his wedding at Duquesne University

Groom buttons his blue tuxedo jacket at Cambria Hotel in downtown Pittsburgh

Duquesne University Chapel of the Holy Spirit in Pittsburgh, PA

Altar of Duquesne University's Chapel of the Holy Spirit

Ceremony decor for a wedding at Duquesne University's Chapel of the Holy Spirit

Wedding programs and bubbles at Duquesne University

Bride arrives in a limo to her Duquesne University Chapel of the Holy Spirit wedding ceremony

Bride walks down the aisle toward her groom at Duquesne University Chapel of the Holy Spirit

Bride's parents walk her down the aisle at her Duquesne University wedding ceremony

Groom smiles as his bride walks down the aisle at Duquesne University

Wedding ceremony at Duquesne University's Chapel of the Holy Spirit in Pittsburgh, PA

Bride & groom smile at each other during their Chapel of the Holy Spirit wedding at Duquesne University

Bride & groom hold hands during their ceremony at Duquesne University's Chapel of the Holy Spirit

Wedding ceremony at Duquesne University Chapel of the Holy Spirit

Bride smiles as groom says his vows at Duquesne University Chapel of the Holy Spirit

Groom smiles as bride says her vows at Duquesne University Chapel of the Holy Spirit

Bride puts groom's wedding band on his finger at Duquesne University Chapel of the Holy Spirit

Bride & groom's first kiss at Duquesne University

Bride & groom smile at guests during their Duquesne University wedding ceremony

Bride & groom light their unity candle at Duquesne University's Chapel of the Holy Spirit

Bride & groom take roses to Mary during their Duquesne University wedding ceremony

Newlyweds cheer after being married in the Duquesne University Chapel of the Holy Spirit

Newlyweds exit their wedding ceremony at Duquesne University

Bubble exit at Duquesne University after a ceremony in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit

Newlyweds smile at each other during their bubble exit at Duquesne University

Newlyweds kiss during bubble exit at Duquesne University

Newlyweds kiss during bubble exit at Duquesne University's Chapel of the Holy Spirit

Bridal party on Duquesne University's campus

Bridal party sits on fountain wall at Duquesne University

Bridesmaids wear pink dresses from David's Bridal at Duquesne University

Bridesmaids laugh together at Duquesne University

Pink wedding bouquets by Fields of Heather at a Duquesne University wedding

Groomsmen wear blue tuxedos and pink bowties at Duquesne University

Groomsmen pose on a bench at Duquesne University

Groom poses in his blue tux from Men's Wearhouse at Duquesne University

Groom's rose boutonniere by Fields of Heather at Duquesne University

Bride holds pink bouquet by Fields of Heather at Duquesne University

Bride & groom look at each other at Duquesne University

Newlyweds sit on a fountain at a wedding at Duquesne University

Newlywed portraits on the lawn at Duquesne University

Bride & groom pose for portraits at their wedding at Duquesne University

Newlyweds walk down Academic Walk at Duquesne University

Newlyweds walk down A-Walk at Duquesne University

Newlyweds sit on a bench on Academic Walk at Duquesne University

Bride smiles with her groom at Duquesne University

Bride kisses the groom's cheek on their wedding day at Duquesne University

Newlyweds dance together at Duquesne University

Bride & groom at their wedding at Duquesne University

Bride & groom pose in front of downtown Pittsburgh from Duquesne University's campus

Newlyweds kiss in front of a downtown Pittsburgh backdrop at Duquesne University

Charles J. Dougherty Ballroom decorated for a wedding at Duquesne University

Power Center Ballroom decorated for a wedding at Duquesne University

Tall floral centerpieces by Fields of Heather at a wedding reception at Duquesne University

Navy and pink floral decor at a Duquesne University wedding reception

Floral centerpieces by Fields of Heather at a Duquesne University wedding reception

Head table and gift table at a Duquesne University wedding reception

Champagne flutes on the head table at a Duquesne University wedding reception

Wedding cake with gold cake topper at a Duquesne University reception

Gold plated cake knife and server at a Duquesne University wedding

Pittsburgh cookie table sign at a Duquesne University wedding reception

Homemade cookies on the cookie table at Duquesne University

Mini pies by Signature Desserts at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA

Mini strawberry pies at a Duquesne University wedding reception by Signature Desserts

Basket of flip flops for guests at a Duquesne University wedding reception

Gold lantern with pink roses at a Duquesne University wedding

Guest book sign at a Duquesne University wedding

Memory table at a Duquesne University wedding reception

Newlyweds eagerly await their introduction into their wedding reception at Duquesne University

Bridal party cheers for the newlyweds entering their reception at Duquesne University

Sister of the groom cheers as newlyweds enter their Duquesne University wedding reception

Brothers of the groom cheer as newlyweds enter their Duquesne University reception

Bride & groom laugh before they enter their reception at Duquesne University

Newlyweds enter the Charles J. Dougherty ballroom for their reception at Duquesne University

Newlyweds cheer as they enter their Duquesne University wedding reception

Bridal party applauds the newlyweds at a Duquesne University wedding reception

Bride & groom's first dance at a Duquesne University wedding reception

Newlyweds' first dance at Duquesne University

Newlyweds cut the cake at their Duquesne University wedding

Father of the bride speaks at his daughter's wedding reception at Duquesne University

Mother of the bride speaks at her daughter's Duquesne University wedding reception

Maid of honor speaks at a Duquesne University wedding reception

Newlyweds laugh during speeches at their Duquesne University wedding

Best man gives a speech at his brother's Duquesne University wedding

Parents of the groom listen to speeches at a Duquesne University wedding

Matron of honor toasts the newlyweds at Duquesne University

Brother of the groom gives best man speech at Duquesne University

Bridal party laughs during speeches at Duquesne University

Newlyweds play the shoe game at their Duquesne University wedding reception

Newlyweds play the shoe game at their Duquesne University wedding reception

Father-daughter dance at Duquesne University Charles J. Dougherty ballroom

Parent dances at a Duquesne University wedding

Mother of the groom dances with her son at Duquesne University

Mother-son dance at Duquesne University

DJ Pat of Soundwaves Event Group at a Duquesne University wedding

Packed dance floor for a Duquesne University wedding reception in the Charles J. Dougherty ballroom

Groomsman dances with his grandmother at Duquesne University

Bridal party dances at a wedding reception at Duquesne University

Parents of the bride dance at a Duquesne University wedding

Soundwaves Event Group provides a photo booth for a Duquesne University wedding

Brother of the bride busts a move at at Duquesne University wedding reception

Guests dance at a Duquesne University wedding reception

Mothers of the bride & groom dance together at a Duquesne University wedding reception

Mother of the groom hugs the mother of the bride at a Duquesne University wedding

Newlyweds kiss at dusk on the patio of the Duquesne University Power Center ballroom

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