I'm an extremely sentimental soul, but there's something about summer that makes me especially nostalgic: memories of running through sprinklers, slurping up popsicles before they melt in the sun, "camping out" under the stars in the backyard at night....ah, youth.

Summer certainly brings to mind the good 'ol days, and this summer-y retro-themed bridal session by Andrea Hanks Photography is no exception--I'm suddenly craving an ice cold Coca Cola, a juke box, and a poodle skirt. It might have something to do with the bride's attire...

Angelina, the bride, is wearing the "Sophia," a custom-designed dress by local designer Modest Couture by Elizabeth. The darling dress features a scoop-square neckline, lace elbow-length raglan sleeves, rouched upper bodice, pockets, bustle bow and back buttons. And to top it all off, a custom pill box hat with a blusher, also designed by Modest Couture by Elizabeth.

The bride, Angelina, shares the details of what inpspired her retro dress and wedding theme:

It all started with the song “Can’t Help Falling In Love,” by Elvis Presley. I am in love with Elvis and music from the 50’s and 60’s--I can thank my dad for my old soul. That was my song to my husband, Chase, and that would be what we danced to at our wedding. Chase and I decided we wanted a retro theme, as if we were getting married back in the day. The theme branched out a little more to a “sweet vintage” theme.

The best part about the theme was my dress and hat. I wanted a short vintage dress, and had no idea if it existed. I found Modest Couture by Elizabeth and fell in love. I made an appointment and met with Betsy, the owner and designer, at her home. The dress "Sophia" was the first one I tried on, and it was the dress for me. To top it off I added a pill box hat--it went perfect with the theme.

Congratulations Angelina! Thank you Andrea Hanks Photography and Modest Couture by Elizabeth for sharing this bridal session with us!