We were ecstatic when Lauren told us she and Alex wanted a rustic, field engagement session. I’m a sucker for super rustic engagement photos. We had WAY too much fun at this engagement session, but if you know Lauren, you know anything involving her is an absolute blast.
A bit of a back story- John and Lauren actually worked together in high school at Dairy Queen. John said he has always thought she was freaking hilarious, and I couldn’t agree more. Like, mark my words, Lauren is the next Heather McMahan. Stuff just rolls off of her tongue, effortlessly. It’s a gift I wish I had. We recently announced that KGP is hiring, and Lauren sent me this message “I’m no photographer but I could provide entertainment for the low low.” See what I mean- she’s a riot. Another example- Lauren has a highlight on Instagram complied of stories of Alex she has titled “Alexis.” hahahahaahhaha!
Lauren + Alex’s story actually dates back to elementary school- like, WHAT?! Yes, it’s true. Lauren said she loved Alex even in elementary school, but the feelings weren’t mutual. In middle school, Alex loved Lauren, but Lauren said he was “too nice” ya know, if there is such a thing. The story of how Lauren and Alex reconnected is PURE GOLD, I would tell it, but Lauren tells it so much better:
“The night of January 20, 2017 some friends convinced my roommate and I to come to Raiford’s. I was like heck to the no it’s $20 to get in, I’m not intoxicated really, and I am tired. Well, obviously I went. So as I am making my rounds in Raiford’s, I see a guy I graduated with and I’m like whatever I am a little drunk now I am going to say hi. We hug and he says “Lauren, you remember Alex right?”… Yall. The world stopped when I turned and saw Alex’s actual live body standing in front of me. I’m like DO I REMEMEBER HIM? So at this point I am freaking out. I am shaking. I am like no way he’s still with snake girlfriend if he’s at Raiford’s stag. I am also thinking about what wedding dress I am going to wear at our wedding amidst it all. So we talk (I kiss him, hehe) and the rest is history. It was the best night of my life and I cannot wait for all of the other nights to come.
One thing we love most about Lauren and Alex is that they have so much fun together. They truly are best friends. You can tell they genuinely enjoy spending time together. Whether they are just splitting a pizza together at home alone, busting a move on the dance floor at a wedding (check that “Alexis” highlight on her IG) or exploring a new city, these two complete each other.
Lauren + Alex are getting married THIS month and we cannot freaking wait to celebrate WITH them. There will be tons of laughter, tears, pronto pups, a Raiford’s dance floor, and SO much more. Y’all enjoy!
Makeup by your favorite queen, Kasey Acuff.