All that’s missing from this Strip District engagement session is a pair of glass slippers. Inspired by Roger & Hammerstein’s Cinderella, Erin and Matthew’s shoot with Ashely Sara Photography is giving off allllllll the fairytale vibes. Donning a dreamy one-shouldered powered blue dress, Erin looks like a modern day princess as she and her Prince Charming twirled and laughed their way through the Strip District. The pastel hue and soft, flowy fabric was a romantic contrast against the graffiti and grit for which this neighborhood is so well known. After snapping some pics in their more formal attire, the soonlyweds did a quick wardrobe change into something a little more comfortable. In everyday basics and their favorite footwear, Erin and Matthew then took some classic Strip District shots. From dusty back alleys to a parking garage rooftop that offered unparalleled views of downtown, the second half of this engagement shoot is just as good as the first. But together, they’re the complete package. Take a peek and see for yourself!
About the Couple
Erin and Matthew initially met at a local event back in 2015. Matthew is an audio engineer and a few months later, he was mastering a song for a friend of Erin when they ran into each other again. The rest was history.
They got engaged on New Year’s Eve after coming home from Penn Society. There was a bottle of champagne, roses, and their two dogs, Charlie and Mia (all of Erin’s fave things). Matthew proposed with a gorgeous Pnina Tornai ring.
About the Session
The engagement session was all done in the Strip District with two outfit changes/themes.
Rogers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella with Brandy and Whitney Houston inspired the formal portion of the photo shoot. The blue gown was very Cinderella-esque!
The second portion of the photo shoot was their every day casual looks since they wanted a more authentic Strip District look as well. Erin was wearing her all-time favorite Nine West heels and Matthew was wearing his favorite trendy Nike Blazers. Rooftops were also important, so of course, they needed to have a location that showed off beautiful Pittsburgh!
