Kaitlin and James met at Villanova University in the middle of their sophomore year. Kaitlin had gone with some of her friends to an event their sorority was throwing, and James had been set up as another girl’s date. A mutual friend introduced them, and they ended up dancing and talking the entire night - even after finding out that they were from rival sports cities once “Sweet Caroline” came on (she’s from New Jersey; he’s from Boston).
Fast-forward to graduation, and besides separate semesters abroad at the beginning of junior year, Kaitlin and James had been together since the moment they met. After graduation, Kaitlin moved to New York, and James headed back to Boston—but not for long... He moved down to New York a few months later.
After four more years together, James decided it was finally time to propose. In August 2013, he asked Kaitlin to marry him in her apartment - she had warned him not to do anything big or public multiple times!
They chose November 8th, 2014 as their special day, and Kaitlin's childhood church as the special place. She got ready at her parent's home, with makeup done by Tara Pagliara and hair by Lindsay Bert of Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa. Kaitlin looked like she belonged on the cover of a magazine in her Cymbeline gown and custom made veil. She and her father shared an emotional moment together when he first saw her in her dress. Afterwards, everyone stepped outside, Kaitlin's bridesmaids in blue Jim Hjelm dresses with gorgeous bouquets from Jardiniere Fine Flowers.
The ceremony at Resurrection Parish was particularly special, with Kaitlin's grandfather, a deacon, marrying the couple. The celebration of the love between Kaitlin and James was done beautifully, and the happy couple got into the limo hand-in-hand, excited to continue the celebration at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster.
Before heading into the cocktail, Kaitlin and James took a short walk around the club, taking time to be one-on-one without all their guests present. As the sun set, we were able to capture some perfect autumn portraits, shining bright with smiles and love. Inside, the reception hall was beautifully decorated and the Joe Caroselli and Masterpiece Orchestra were calling for the attention of everyone present. They announced the entrance of the party before getting everyone on their feet for the arrival of the new Mr. and Mrs. Surrounded by family and friends, the couple shared their first dance. Kaitlin's grandfather said a prayer and toasts were given. The lively group then got on their feet and stopped only for dinner, quickly back on the floor once it was done.
Kaitlin and James, having met at and both graduated from Villanova University, made sure to take a moment and celebrate with all their fellow alumni in a photo with the school banner. All in all, Kaitlin and James's wedding was exactly what a wedding should be: a lively celebration of love, friends, and family.
A special thanks to David Willems for helping us capture the day!
