Niki's 30th Birthday with The Southern Atelier

I was honored when Fashion Blogger and Stylist, Sarah of The Southern Atelier, approached me for a feature celebrating her gorgeous friend, Niki, for her big 30th birthday. Sarah is so talented and does everything with a sense of style and grace. She has been known in the Birmingham, and now Fairhope, community for styling the most stunning photoshoots and helping to define an artistic individuality that focuses on a modern Southern style. We started with her husband and pup outside my studio so we could get some fun shots of them together. The rest of the shoot was filled with all things cake, champagne, confetti, glitter, and a modern fashionable play on the most popular + fun children's birthday party -cake smash- theme! Be sure to schedule your next birthday, shower, or fashionable styled shoot with us at Lacey's new studio in downtown Fairhope, AL! We photograph everything from engagements, to baby showers, birthdays, newborns, anniversaries, fashion editorials, seniors, and more! The possibilities are endless!!

“Her courage was her crown and she wore it like a Queen.”

— Atticus

Stylist: Sarah Levey, The Southern Atelier

Hair + MUA: Kristen Johnston, Vanity Hair Studio 

Jewelry: Zundel's Jewelry 

Cake: Ellen Jay Sweets 

Models: Niki & Keith Coker

Clothing contributors: La Robe Boutique

Set Design: Leslie Bradley

Run Wild, Hustle & Shine

We recently had the pleasure of working with a group of fitness girls on their trip to New Orleans for a conference and it was too much fun! Their motto is that empowered women, empower women. The goal these coaches strive for is to inspire other women while gaining confidence and a love for a healthy lifestyle. They definitely had me craving a nice big, healthy salad and bowl of fruit after their photo session! We love having a variety of clients. Hire us for your next girls weekend trip, family session, or big milestone! Cheers to the weekend, ya'll!

Jillian + Josh || Editorial Engagement

This couple. Where do I even start? The only way to describe their energy when they're together is with the word contagious. Jillian and Josh showed up in style, of course, as they casually sipped their drinks sitting together on a lively New Orleans street corner that reminded them of when they first met. Jillian walks with an extra beat to her steps, and Josh compliments her aura perfectly. We shared an incredibly sunny and beautiful spring day, as the azaleas bloomed among us. I feel so lucky to be a part of such an intimate and inspiring time of their lives together. Excited is an understatement for their wedding later this year, which I already know will be nothing short of runway-fabulous. 

Laura + Krista || Dea Salon + Boutique

Having a passion for fashion, I am always delighted when I am able to work with models. All of the stars were aligned for this particular photo shoot and I was able to team up with some of my dearest friends from Atlanta, GA. Leigha and Kiyanna are two bright, beautiful hair stylists at Déa Salon who work to make people look extra marvelous every day. The word déa translates in Italian to mean 'goddess.' With all of our energy combined, we had a lovely day revealing the inner goddess in these beauties! 

Hair + MUA // Leigha Chapman & Kiyanna Rivers 

Salon // Déa Salon + Boutique

Jewelry // Jwo Jewelers

Venue // Anchors Seafood & Ale House

Aline's Closet || Fashion Shoot

I was delighted when Aline from alines closet asked if I would pair up with her to photograph her line of clothing for her website and do an editorial style shoot! Aline's style is truly one-of-a-kind as she designs and hand makes each unique garment customizable for each client. Her little shop in the Lower Haight of San Francisco has a vibrant energy, just like her. Be sure to check it out whenever you are in town at : 101 Pierce St. alines-closet-san-francisco