Apaige Photography

Bailey + Chelsea

APaige Photography

September 27, 2025

On a beautiful summer-like Saturday afternoon – I was able to photograph Bailey and Chelsea’s celebration as they welcomed their family and friends to the Claymore in Muskegon, MI. We met at the venue, walked around the city and photographed e v e r y w h e r e and met back up at the venue where all of their chosen family, family and friends were. We had Pizza, dessert, champagne, heartfelt speeches and lit dance moves to light up the floor all night long.

I was so honored to not only document this event, but to be with my friends and support them in their celebration. I couldn’t wait to capture this beautiful day in visual imagery – and create a pause for them to look at all of the love that surrounds them on a daily basis.

love you both <3

A rustic dining table set with an arrangement of various chairs, glass water bottles, and small flower arrangements. A magazine and a candle are placed on the table, creating a cozy atmosphere.
A vintage record album cover featuring Flip Wilson, titled 'The Devil made me buy this dress,' displayed on a wooden table with a glass bottle of water and a decorative floral scarf.
A book titled 'The Good Neighbor: The Life and Work of Fred Rogers' by Maxwell King, placed on a textured wooden surface with a soft, light-colored cloth beside it.
A close-up of two stacked books on a wooden table, with the top book featuring a dark cover with the title 'Love Wins' and a subtitle mentioning heaven and hell.
A vintage green rotary telephone on a decorative table with stacked books and a floral arrangement. A sign beside the phone provides instructions for leaving messages.
A vintage green rotary telephone with a coiled cord, featuring a dial with numbers and letters.
Bridal portrait of a smiling woman wearing a white wedding dress with floral lace details, standing outdoors against a brick wall.
A woman with long hair smiles while wearing a strapless, light-colored dress, showcasing tattoos on her arm. The background features a blurred mural on a brick wall.
A smiling bride in a flowing white wedding dress twirls in front of a mural featuring flowers and a sun, with brick wall and grass in the background.
Two women holding hands, facing a mural with a large sun and floral designs, dressed in elegant wedding gowns.
Two women holding hands, one in a white wedding dress and the other in a gold gown, standing against a brick wall.
A smiling woman in a flowing white dress twirls joyfully outdoors, with a mural of flowers and a sun in the background.
Two women holding hands, showcasing their elegant dresses and intricate tattoos.
A joyful bride twirls in a flowing white wedding dress with floral lace details against a brick wall featuring a painted mural.
Two hands reaching towards each other, adorned with tattoos, against a backdrop of green ivy.
Two women wearing wedding dresses share a kiss in front of a wall covered in green ivy and artistic designs.
Two women with tattoos sharing a kiss in front of an ivy-covered wall.
Close-up of two hands with tattoos and rings, intertwined, against a soft, textured fabric background.
Two women with tattoos stand close together, smiling under lush green ivy, wearing elegant dresses.
Two smiling women pose closely together against a backdrop of green foliage. Both have visible tattoos on their arms, with one wearing a light-colored dress and the other in a lace gown.
A close-up photograph of two women embracing, smiling at each other, with visible tattoos on their arms, set against a backdrop of lush green leaves.
Two brides in elegant wedding dresses share a loving gaze, surrounded by lush green ivy.
Two women embracing each other, both in elegant wedding dresses, standing in front of a wall covered with green ivy.
A woman with long blonde hair and tattoos sits at a table, talking on a vintage green rotary phone. She wears a delicate lace dress and appears to be smiling. A few books are stacked beside her on the table.
Two women seated at a table, one in a white dress and the other in a gold dress, engaged in a playful interaction with a flower.
Two women share a kiss while embracing each other, showcasing their tattoos, in a warm, sunlit outdoor setting against a brick wall.
Two women in elegant dresses dancing joyfully outdoors against a rustic brick wall.
Two brides wearing beautiful dresses joyfully dance together, holding hands in a sunlit outdoor setting with a brick wall and string lights in the background.
Two brides in elegant wedding dresses posing in front of a mural featuring abstract roses.
Two women, both wearing elegant dresses, are seated at a small table. One woman is resting her chin on her hand, while the other holds a vintage telephone and smiles. The setting is bright and airy, with soft lighting and decorative elements.
Two women sitting at a table, one in a white wedding dress and the other in a gold dress, both smiling and engaging with each other. The setting features a vintage telephone and flowers in a window.
Two brides sharing a kiss while holding hands over a blue table, with a vintage telephone in the background.
Two women in elegant dresses share an intimate moment, smiling as they touch foreheads on a wooden bridge surrounded by greenery.
A couple embracing on a turquoise bridge over a pond filled with lily pads, with a pink house in the background.
A close-up black and white photograph of two women gently leaning towards each other, sharing an intimate moment while touching their faces.
Two women standing close together, smiling at the camera, both wearing elegant dresses. One dress is light pink and the other is white lace. Both women have visible tattoos on their arms.
Two women with tattoos, wearing elegant attire, pose together in a garden setting with pink flowers.
Two women in wedding dresses, one with a floral design and the other a fitted lace style, embrace while smiling, surrounded by greenery and pink flowers.
Two women dance joyfully under a gazebo, one in a long light-colored dress and the other in a gown with a floral pattern, surrounded by green foliage.
Two women sitting together, smiling, wearing wedding dresses, in a garden setting with greenery.
Two brides sit together outdoors, one wearing a floral gown and the other in a white wedding dress, surrounded by greenery and flowers.
Two women dancing joyfully under a gazebo, wearing elegant dresses. One wears a light-colored gown with lace details, while the other is in a patterned dress. Their tattoos are visible as they hold hands and smile at each other.
Two brides in wedding dresses kiss while holding hands under a wooden gazebo.
Two women walking hand in hand on a sunny street, one in a floral dress and the other in a wedding gown.
Close-up of the lower halves of two individuals in elegant dresses, one in a light, patterned gown and the other in a flowing white wedding dress, showcasing their shoes and the ground beneath them.
Close-up of two bridesmaid dresses swaying, showcasing intricate floral patterns and elegant sandals, with a bright outdoor setting in the background.
Two women in wedding dresses are joyfully holding hands while walking down a sunlit alley.
Two women wearing wedding dresses joyfully walk hand in hand down a sunlit street, surrounded by greenery and buildings.
A woman with long, wavy hair and tattoos smiles at a fluffy golden dog in a cozy room. They share a moment of affection, with the woman gently touching the dog's face.
Two brides holding hands in front of a vintage door, one in a white gown and the other in a light pink dress.
Two women holding hands in front of a vintage building, each wearing elegant wedding dresses.
Two women pose closely together in elegant dresses, leaning against a door with decorative windows. The image is in black and white.
Two women in elegant dresses pose together outside a building, with one woman standing slightly behind the other, both smiling. The setting features a brick wall and a door with round glass panels.
Two women sharing a kiss, standing close together, with one wearing a white dress and the other in a floral patterned dress. Both have visible tattoos and are framed by a warm, sunlit background.
Two women in elegant wedding dresses walking hand in hand on a sunlit street, smiling and enjoying the moment.
Two women in elegant dresses stand side by side holding hands in front of a stone wall with large windows.
Two brides in wedding dresses with tattoos share a romantic kiss, standing close together against a stone wall.
Two pairs of colorful sneakers worn by individuals sitting on a wooden bench, with elegant dresses partially visible.
Two women sitting on a wooden step, smiling and resting their chins on their hands. One woman wears a beige dress and brown sneakers, while the other wears a white dress and decorated white sneakers. The background features a brick wall.
Two women in elegant dresses standing close together against a stone wall, smiling at the camera.
Two women with tattoos sitting on a wooden bench, smiling at each other. One is wearing a floral dress with black sneakers, and the other is in a white dress with patterned sneakers.
Two women in wedding dresses kiss each other while standing at a park railing, with trees and a monument visible in the background.
Two brides with tattoos are sitting on a wooden bench, smiling and resting their chins on their hands. One wears a floral-patterned dress and black sneakers, while the other wears a white dress and colorful sneakers.
Two women laughing and sitting on wooden stairs, wearing elegant dresses and casual sneakers.
Two women in elegant dresses sharing a kiss while sitting on wooden stairs. One woman wears a strapless beige gown with floral patterns, and the other wears a white dress with a tulle skirt. Both are sporting stylish sneakers.
A bride and a woman in a blue dress embrace joyfully, while another woman in a black patterned dress stands nearby. The setting features a decorative couch and a rustic table, evoking a warm, celebratory atmosphere.
A bride in a lace gown smiling while talking to a woman with glasses, both in a bright room with children in the background.
A father holds a baby girl wearing a white dress and a purple headband, while a woman in a lace dress stands in the foreground.
A group of smiling people engaged in conversation at a social gathering. One individual in a gray checked blazer waves at the camera while another person with glasses playfully poses behind them.
Interior view of a modern event space with a long dining table, chairs, and people mingling. There is a decorative chandelier and large windows letting in natural light.
A wooden platter filled with a variety of cheeses, cured meats, crackers, and fresh fruits, including strawberries and grapes.
A group of four women enjoying a moment together, with one taking a picture. They are dressed in black attire and are gathered by a table with a vintage telephone in a well-lit room.
A food truck named 'Arcane Pizza' with illuminated lettering, parked in front of a brick wall. A person stands at the counter waiting to order.
A group of women celebrating indoors, with one woman in a white dress smiling and dancing, while another woman high-fives her. The background features bright natural light and decorative artwork.
A group of people mingling in an outdoor setting with a green ivy-covered wall in the background; some guests are standing in line, while others are conversing, dressed in semi-formal attire.
A woman with long blonde hair smiles while holding a plate of food, featuring fries and a sweet dessert, in a decorated event space.
A bride in a white wedding dress holds a smiling baby in a cream dress, while a woman in a red dress stands beside them, both sharing a joyful moment against a textured white wall.
A joyful moment at a gathering, featuring a woman in a dress with tattoos, holding a drink while interacting with two friends, one in a suit and glasses. The background includes other guests and a bright, inviting atmosphere.
Two men in formal attire clink their glasses together in celebration at an outdoor event, with a table featuring snacks and a vase of flowers in front of them.
A bride in a white gown is looking through a glass door, framed by a brick wall.
A group of people playing cards at a table, with drinks, including a glass of water and a beer, while one person holds a playing card.
A woman and a girl pose together, both making peace signs with their hands, smiling against a brick wall background.
A woman in a light dress holding a microphone speaks while another woman in a patterned dress listens, both standing near a decorated table.
A woman wearing a brown dress speaks into a microphone while standing in front of two women in formal dresses, one in beige and the other in white. They are in a decorated venue with a rustic white brick wall.
Two women celebrating together at an event, one holding a glass of wine and the other a champagne flute, in a decorated indoor space with floral arrangements.
Two women seated at a table, both using their smartphones. One woman has blonde hair and glasses, while the other has long hair with a shaved side and is wearing a green jacket. In the background, other guests are seated, and a buffet is set up on a table.
Two women hugging joyfully, one wearing a white wedding dress and the other in a floral dress, with a third woman looking on in a beige dress.
A woman with blue hair speaking into a microphone while wearing a colorful dress, with two brides standing close together in elegant dresses and guests seated at a table in a decorated venue.
Two women embrace warmly in a heartfelt moment while a third woman in a wedding dress looks on with emotion.
Two women embrace in celebration, one wearing a colorful dress and the other in a white gown, while a third woman, dressed in a light-colored outfit, wipes tears from her eyes. A table with drinks is visible in the foreground.
A man in a black suit is giving a speech with a microphone in his hand, while two women in elegant dresses stand nearby, one of whom appears to be emotional.
Three-tiered cake stand filled with assorted desserts, including bars and slices of cheesecake, with flowers in the background.
Two smiling women with tattoos, one in a white wedding dress and the other in a beige dress, standing together joyfully in a bright, white-bricked setting.
Two brides share a joyful moment, laughing together while holding hands in front of a dessert table adorned with various pastries. The setting features a rustic white brick wall in the background.
Two women in elegant dresses celebrating at a dessert table, one holding a plate of cake while the other prepares to cut the cake.
A bride in a white dress sitting on a couch, playfully wearing sneakers, while a man beside her laughs. The scene captures a lighthearted moment before a wedding.
Two women are dancing in an outdoor setting during dusk. One woman is wearing a white wedding dress, while the other is in a colorful patterned dress. String lights are illuminated above them, and a brick wall is in the background.
Two women in formal dresses dance in a dimly lit outdoor space adorned with string lights, set against a brick wall.
Two women in elegant dresses embrace joyfully in a well-lit outdoor venue at night, featuring a rustic brick wall and decorative lights.
Two women in wedding dresses embrace each other in a dimly lit outdoor setting with string lights above.
Two women in elegant dresses holding hands in a dimly lit venue with brick walls and string lights.
Two women dancing joyfully in a rustic venue with wooden beams and warm string lights, captured in black and white.
Two women in elegant dresses are playfully running in a softly lit outdoor space with string lights overhead.
Three women dancing in a dimly lit venue, wearing elegant dresses. One woman in the foreground wears a flowing white gown, while the others wear patterned dresses. The atmosphere is joyful and festive.
A joyful group of people celebrating with sparklers at a nighttime event, with string lights in the background and expressions of happiness on their faces.
A nighttime scene featuring warm string lights hanging above a courtyard, silhouetted against a deep purple sky as dusk settles.
A joyful celebration scene with two brides in wedding attire surrounded by friends and family, all holding sparklers. The setting is illuminated by string lights, creating a festive atmosphere.
A joyful couple in wedding attire shares a kiss surrounded by cheering guests holding sparklers, illuminated by string lights in a festive atmosphere.

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