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Stories of luminous occasions, destination wedding planning tips, and snapshots from my international adventures.

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After years of working on the road, we’re finally renovating what will soon be my new home office and I could not be more excited. I came to our designer explaining that my inspiration was somewhere between where Petit Trianon meets Bunny Mellon meets Emma meets Nancy Meyers, and she took those ideas and turned them into something truly special. Construction has officially commenced and, once complete, I’m not sure I’ll ever want to leave the space. Without further aideu, I invite you to scroll to see the full Molly Carr office inspiration. Rattan Desk | Hummingbird Fabric | Petite […]

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Home Office Renovation | The Inspiration & Plans

Bridgerton Fashion Inspired by Regency Silhouettes & Pastels

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Christmas Chez Carr | Our First Holiday at Home

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Extra-Bittersweet Chocolate Pots de Crème

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A tartine is a classic French open-faced sandwich that is toasted and piled high with delectable toppings. Personally, tartines are one of my favorite weekday lunches and can be pulled together quickly with whatever seasonal produce you have in your refrigerator. In the late summer, I eat a tartine of roasted cherry tomatoes and chèvre with basil and garlic on repeat. On cold winter afternoons, I love to pile my tartine with roasted butternut squash, wild mushrooms, and Roquefort. But, on crisp autumn days when the sunshine is streaming in through my windows and the smoke is quietly puffing out […]

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Pear and Brie Tartine with Pomegranate Seeds and Sage

Is it just me, or are men the hardest to shop for? Maybe it’s because they often just buy what they want when they want it, but every year I always find it to be an exciting creative challenge to find the perfect gifts for Ryan. Of course, if the man you’re shopping for is a Francophile or a homebody then you may have already found exactly what you’re looking for, but if not, I invite you to turn on a playlist, light a holiday candle inspired by a moonlit forest, and scroll onward for the gift guide for him. […]

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Holiday Gift Guides 2020 | The Guide for the Monsieur

Holiday Gift Guides 2020 | The Guide for the Madame

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Butternut Squash and Wild Mushroom Galette with Chevre

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Holiday Gift Guides 2020 | The Guide for the Refined Home

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Persimmon are rich, tangy, sweet, and one of the most beautiful fruits of the autumn season. Last week, I harvested another heap of my fall arugula and knew I wanted to use it at the base for a salad the celebrates the vibrant colors and flavors of fall. This persimmon pomegranate burrata salad recipe from Food & Wine served as my inspiration that I tweaked ever so slightly with the addition of pumpkin seeds. The perfect balance of flavors – this salad would make for a visually appealing Thanksgiving side to compliment the traditionally rich and carbohydrate-laden holiday spread. Also, […]

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Persimmon and Pomegranate Salad with Burrata and Pumpkin Seeds

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                                       I can't wait to learn more about your love story!

After pursuing my degree in fashion, I began my career as a travel photographer, exploring the world one country at a time and telling the stories of the people, places, art, and ideas that moved me. But, it was when I photographed my first destination wedding that I truly found my life’s calling.

My work is luminous, poetic, elegant, and above all, intentional. It will be my deepest honor to guide you through the wedding planning process, to help you create unforgettable moments and experiences, and, ultimately, to craft images where time stands still.

I'm Molly - an international wedding photographer eternally devoted to capturing the beauty of your union. 

Bonjour mon ami,

@mollycarrphotography

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Specializing in destination weddings, no location is too far-flung or remote. I can’t wait to hear more about your day!

Poetic photography for the romantics.