Capturing the Cover: St. Louis Bride Magazine July Issue

St. Louis Wedding Photographer Meets The Franklin of Soulard Wedding Editorial

St. Louis wedding photographer at The Franklin

As a St. Louis wedding photographer, few moments compare to seeing our work featured on the cover of St. Louis Bride Magazine—and this July issue was extra special. Not only did one of our photographs grace the cover, but the magazine also showcased a stunning multi-page spread from this editorial we photographed at The Franklin of Soulard.

The vision for this shoot came from the incredible Laurel Fox of One Foxy Affair, who handled creative direction, design, planning, and production. Her concept, Spain meets St. Louis, imagined a couple where one partner’s roots are in the Midwest and the other’s are in Spain—blending cultures, flavors, and styles into an unforgettable celebration.


Spain Meets St. Louis: An Inspired Wedding Design

When photographing weddings and styled shoots as a St. Louis wedding photographer, we’re always looking for ways to tell a couple’s story through details. This shoot was brimming with them.

The space featured a custom-built coffee café, Café Carlos, complete with floral tile, a green-and-white striped awning, and charming café tables shaded by orange fringed umbrellas. Across the room, a custom seating chart displayed illuminated soccer jerseys—an imaginative nod to family heritage and team spirit.

The feature table was designed for family-style dining, set with Spanish-inspired dishes like paella served directly on the table amid lush florals, so that the food felt like part of the centerpiece. Overhead, a painted canopy merged iconic St. Louis locations with Spanish architecture, creating a visual bridge between the two worlds. Even the stage area was draped in creative fabric designs to frame the celebration.


Fashion, Flavor, and Celebration

Our models, Breanna and Philip, brought the vision to life in nine different fashion looks, from sleek and modern to timeless and romantic. As with every editorial we photograph, we focused on capturing both the grand beauty of the setting and the intimate moments between the couple.

Later in the evening, the venue transformed into the Franklin Supper Club, where guests enjoyed live salsa performances from Carmen & Mauricio of Del Ritmo Dance Company. The Spanish-inspired menu, prepared by Chef Culley Freese, was followed by desserts from Havana’s Cuisine and coffee from Café Carlos.


Why This Shoot Matters to Us

As wedding photographers in St. Louis, we love being part of events that push creative boundaries while honoring the traditions and personalities of the couple. This editorial wasn’t just about beautiful details—it was about telling a love story that spans continents, cultures, and communities.

Seeing our images in St. Louis Bride Magazine is an incredible honor, and we’re grateful to every creative partner who brought this vision to life.


The Creative Team

Creative Direction, Design, Planning & Production: Laurel Fox, One Foxy Affair

Photography: The Bennetts – St. Louis Wedding Photographer

Venue + Cuisine: The Franklin of Soulard

Executive Chef: Culley Freese

Local Wine: Wild Sun Winery and Brewery

Film & Content Curation: ForeverMoore Photo and Film

Hair Artist: Carlos Gallegos

Makeup Artist: Charlotte Monks

Gowns: The Bridal ParlourMimi’s Bridal at Town and CountryThe Ultimate Bride

Menswear: Savvi Formal Wear

Jewelry: TimeKeepers

Florals: Faith’s Florals

Mural Artwork & Favor Box: Elysia King

Specialty Lighting & Draping: Millennium Productions

Custom Bar: Parties & Props Event Production Group

Seating Chart: Get Lit With Life Lights

Stationery, Menus, Day-of Paperie: One Foxy Affair

Cake: 3:14 Cakes

Spanish Pastries: Havana’s Cuisine Restaurant

Tablecloths: Zhuzh Rentals

Napkins + Place Settings: Styled & Staged STL

Fabrication of Café Carlos: CW D3signs

Cafecito Station: Eden Coffee Co.

Dance Floor: Klean Rental

Rentals: Styled & Staged STLOne Foxy Affair

Salsa Dancers: Carmen & Mauricio of Almas Del Ritmo Dance Company

Chairs: Premier Rentals

Models: West Model Management