Lauren and Kevin’s love story started at the shore with a first date on Memorial Day Weekend. It bloomed into evening beach picnics, boat rides and family barbecues. To add sweetness to their story they found out that their families' both had beach houses down the street from each other the whole time! Kevin proposed at Bay Head Beach where they first picnicked and it seemed so fitting for their wedding to be at Bay Head Yacht Club.
Read moreNJ Wedding Photography: Bonnet Island Estate: Elegant Bohemian Wedding
Elizabeth and Robert had a perfect day at the Bonnet Island Estate (LBI) with crisp ocean breezes catching the loose waves in Elizabeth's hair and the ribbons in her bouquet by Katydid. She wore a Legends By Romona Keveza off the shoulder romantic lace gown with garlands in her hair and flowered Ted Baker shoes.
Read moreMcLoone's Pier House: Quinlan & David: New Jersey Wedding Photography
Quinlan and David met in high school. They were friends through all four years of high school and remained friends throughout college, working summers together at a local restaurant. They began dating after graduating from college in 2010. They moved to Chicago in 2011, where they have continued to live ever since with their dog Stella.
David proposed on August 11, 2012 while home in New Jersey visiting family. They were at Quinlan's childhood beach club, a place very dear to her and her whole family, when David got down on one knee and popped the question. The lifeguards on duty all clapped. The couple then went across the street to meet up with family and friends to celebrate.
On the day of their wedding, Quinlan got ready with her girls. Quinlan gave each of her bridesmaids a personalized shirt with their monograms and title (ie. bridesmaid, maid of honor, etc.) sewn in. Their hair and makeup was done by Christina Depascal of Depascal Atelier before getting into their beautiful dresses from The Barefoot Bride.
The Autumn wedding was to have a nautical theme, so it was only appropriate that the couple be married by the shore. The ceremony took place at the Elberon Memorial Church in Long Branch, New Jersey. From their, the celebration moved to McLoone's Pier House, also in Long Branch, with its amazing ocean views and the perfect space for a reception!
Florist Cindy Hubeny did an amazing job not just with the girls' bouquets, but with the centerpieces. Each centerpiece was made up of galvanized tins filled with hydrangeas, pink and white lisianthus, and soft pink English spray roses. The nautical accents of white and silver sprayed starfish, blue and white striped table runners, pearls nestled and scattered in sand, and nautical knots really made the celebration the perfect. Every special moment of the night was caught on film by videographer Caroline Doubek, while the couple's band, Brian Kirk and the Jirks, played the perfect soundtrack for the occasion. The night finished with cutting the awesome cake from Piece o' Cake in Shrewsbury, while favors from The Chocolate Shoppe in Red Bank were sent home with happy guests.
The Bernards Inn: Classic Hollywood Glamor: Somerset County Weddings
We are so excited for the up and coming Bridal Showcase at The Bernards Inn! For more details, check out their site by clicking the link. Below is one of our favorite weddings from The Bernards Inn.
Meredith & Matthew meet at Moravian College and started dating after he graduated the New York City Police Academy and she moved to New York to study pediatric nursing. After four love filled years Matthew proposed in Paris! For the big day Meredith selected a Romona Keveza gown with flowing tulle and lace detailing from Gabriella Bridal Salon paired with a Lady Dior veil and silver Badgley Mischka heels. We just loved how make up artist Ashley Frato accentuated Meredith's radiant smile with just the right shade of color! She looked as if she could have stepped out of a scene from a classic Hollywood movie. Matthew and his groomsman were dapper in Jos. A. Banks suites with navy and green ties to accent the bridesmaids J.CREW navy one shoulder sheath dresses. Jardiniere Fine Flowers selected peonies and green hydrangea for the bouquets creating a fresh from the garden spring look. Their ceremony was held at the Pluckemin Presbyterian Church, a beautiful white columned church from 1851. The couple chose The Bernards Inn for their reception site. There is a classic ease and elegance to The Bernards Inn where Jeffrey B. Haines of Butler’s of Far Hills presents the Signature Style of Entertaining. Brian Kirk and The Jirks were amazing as always and on hand to keep the party moving. It was a night to remember!
The Bernards Inn: Classic Hollywood Glamor: Somerset County Weddings
Meredith & Matthew meet at Moravian College and started dating after he graduated the New York City Police Academy and she moved to New York to study pediatric nursing. After four love filled years Matthew proposed in Paris! For the big day Meredith selected a Romona Keveza gown with flowing tulle and lace detailing from Gabriella Bridal Salon paired with a Lady Dior veil and silver Badgley Mischka heels. We just loved how make up artist Ashley Frato accentuated Meredith's radiant smile with just the right shade of color! She looked as if she could have stepped out of a scene from a classic Hollywood movie. Matthew and his groomsman were dapper in Jos. A. Banks suites with navy and green ties to accent the bridesmaids J.CREW navy one shoulder sheath dresses. Jardiniere Fine Flowers selected peonies and green hydrangea for the bouquets creating a fresh from the garden spring look. Their ceremony was held at the Pluckemin Presbyterian Church a beautiful white columned church from 1851. The couple chose The Bernards Inn for their reception site. There is a classic ease and elegance to The Bernards Inn where Jeffrey B. Haines of Butler’s of Far Hills presents the Signature Style of Entertaining. Brian Kirk and The Jirks were amazing as always and on hand to keep the party moving. It was a night to remember!
