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Fall Wedding at Sweet Berry Farm

From the bride...Adam and I met on our first day of college at Georgetown University and were friends right away. Love came a few years later and grew beyond graduation, despite careers in different cities and stints on separate continents, to a life together in New York City and a down-on-one-knee proposal in the West Village streets. Looking back after ten years together, who would have known that the boys I met at a campus party on my first night as an undergrad would someday be standing at an altar as my husband-to-be, wedding officiant, and groomsmen?

A long-time lover of all things wedding, I was thrilled but a bit overwhelmed in deciding on a style for my own big day. While Adam and I live in Manhattan, we spend any chance we can at his parents’ home in Rhode Island. We are a little bit big city, and a little bit sleepy seaside town. I have always gravitated toward a romantic, vintage style, but also find a more modern look with a crisp color palette and clean lines appealing. When we found Belle Mer, it was as if someone had mixed all of these elements into our planning bowl and baked it to a warm and bubbly wedding perfection. Add to that the wonderful times that Adam and I have shared in Newport over the years, and we were sold.

We decided on a color scheme of neutral tones to highlight Belle Mer’s ethereal elegance, with just a few pops of color and soft-hued lighting to echo the sunset views over the Narragansett Bay. The bridal party’s attire and accessories tied in the seaside feel, with eight bridesmaids in blue chiffon gowns and one ‘usher-ette’ in green. The groomsmen and ushers wore black tuxedos accented by simple paisley pocket squares coordinated to the color of the maids. Each bridesmaid wore a different piece of hand-made jewelry in emerald and aqua tones, and for the reception I changed from pearl drop earrings to a pair in a shade called ‘Bermuda blue’. We were so lucky to have a beautiful April day to top it all off. The sky and ocean were maybe the best accessories we could have asked for!

The building blocks of inspiration for the reception decor were found in, well, building blocks: the colors of the fireplace in Belle Mer’s Water Salon set the tone. The invitations, flowers, and table linens were designed to mirror the white fireplace and its champagne accents. Our incredible florist, Toni Chandler, created soft, romantic arrangements that brought a vintage twist to the contemporary space. Antique silver bowls and trays filled with garden roses in shades of white and ‘latte’, white hydrangea, tulips, and sweet pea were the perfect complement to tall, clean white balustrades topped with puffs of baby’s breath. Bud vases and candle holders in mercury glass, silver, and crystal were focal design elements decorating the fireplace mantle, stairway balcony, and tables.

For me, treasured elements of the wedding are those that incorporated family traditions and ‘something borrowed.’ The stems of my bouquet were wrapped with Alencon lace from my mother’s veil, and I wore the antique white-gold watch that my grandfather gave to my grandmother after their engagement. In my dressing room was a photo of my mom’s bridesmaids getting ready on her wedding day that I always used to admire as a little girl. During the ceremony, the grandmothers presented our wedding bands on family heirlooms – my ring tied with a champagne satin ribbon to the prayer missal that both my mother and grandmother carried down the aisle on their wedding days, and Adam’s to the prayer shawl that he and his grandfather wore for their bar mitzvahs. The wedding ceremony incorporated both Christian and Jewish influences to mix our different faiths, my favorite being seven secular readings delivered by family and close friends to represent the Seven Blessings read during traditional Jewish wedding ceremonies. We even cut our cake with the same silver knife my parents used on their wedding day.

My mother, sister, and I planned the wedding weekend together (with the assistance of incredible vendors!), and I have their boundless creativity, impeccable sense of style, and careful attention to detail to thank for bringing this dream to life. When I think back on the months leading up to the big day, I remember a series of opportunities to share this exciting time with those most important in my life: dress shopping with my future mother- and sister-in law … picking out registry items with three generations of the women in my family … the endless back and forth that my sister tolerated to help me select nine Amsale bridesmaids gowns that would ‘go’ but not ‘match’ (bless her for knowing exactly what I wanted but couldn’t articulate throughout this entire process) … and the one-woman event designer, baker, sewer, calligrapher, and printing press that is my mother (Programs? No problem. Place cards? Sure. All with individually hand-cut edging? Cake.).

A wedding is first and foremost about the love between two people starting a life together, but it is also about families celebrating new bonds. Our goal was for this love and energy to shine through all the details of the day, and Adam and I could not be more grateful for the amazing people that supported us through the process of becoming Mr. and Mrs.

I want to live inside this wedding forever. Seriously. I want to wake up every day surrounded by those gorgeous florals from Greenlion Design, the breathtaking landscape that is Sweet Berry Farm and the DIY details so expertly crafted by an adorable (+ uber-sweet) bride and groom. And if Alixann Loosle is on hand to capture it all in amazing images, well… my life is complete. See it all here.

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From the Bride… When my sweetheart Sam and I got engaged in April 2013 while hiking in Iceland, and decided to get married that October, we knew we wanted our wedding to reflect our passions and the values we share.

We love being outside and experiencing nature, so we knew our reception location had to be a rustic, outdoor venue where our guests could experience the beauty of fall in New England. We chose Sweet Berry Farm for its picturesque orchard rows, abundant autumn produce, and colorful surrounding foliage. I wanted our wedding to feel as organic as possible, so everything was kept natural and unmanicured: fallen apples were left on the ground; all florals were locally-sourced and in-season; chairs and tables were built of reclaimed Rhode Island barnwood; and the flowers in my crown were found on a nearby roadside.

As many things as possible we made ourselves; from the favors to the programs. What we couldn’t do ourselves, we outsourced to small businesses and artisans. We also wanted our wedding to reflect our desire to live in harmony with the living things around us. All of the food and desserts, my dress and shoes, the bridesmaids’ dresses, Sam’s suit and bowtie, were made without harm to animals or people.

With grad school starting just a month before, I relied on many wonderful wedding professionals throughout the planning process to achieve my vision for our special day. Thanks to their support and expertise, our wedding turned out to be a perfect reflection of our shared passions and the life we are building together.

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Elegant Newport Estate Wedding

Since moving to New England, Newport has bar none been my favorite little gem we’ve explored along the way. With a rich, nautical vibe and stunning shoreline for days, you better believe it’s the ultimate east coast locale for a pinch-me-perfect wedding. *Enter* this beauty of a day coordinated by Eventfully Planned and captured by Jenny Moloney. It’s prettiness defined with so much more right over here!

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From the Bride… When Steve proposed to me just about a year ago now, it was a complete surprise, and I had not even begun to think about what our wedding might look like. Although I absolutely love parties and generally all things beautiful, I am not the kind of person who grew up ever dreaming about weddings, much less my own. Steve and I met and fell in love in an unexpected place, and during what was probably the most difficult time in my life, when I lost my beloved mother to cancer just a few short months after we started dating. Since then, Steve and I have been inseparable. We found the strength in each other to face every new challenge, and after just short of a year of dating, we knew we didn’t want to wait any longer to spend the rest of our lives together.

As we started planning, the most important thing to us was that, above all, our wedding be an intimate, personal and honest expression of our love. We are so lucky to have had our pick of a number of beautiful destinations which were meaningful in different ways, and we ended up choosing a beautiful home owned by our dear friends, which sits atop the famed Cliff Walk overlooking the beach in Newport, Rhode Island. Steve and I had spent some wonderful summer weekends there when we first started dating, and it is a place where we have many special memories with our closest friends and family. Newport was also an amazing weekend getaway for our guests, many of whom had never been!

We were so honored to have friends from all over the country join in our celebration, including the maid of honor at my parents wedding 31 years earlier, who is now a judge, and graciously agreed to officiate our marriage. The ceremony always came first in our minds, and Steve and I spent hours compiling each remark and reading in the spirit of our life together. We also both wrote short letters on love, which we did not share until we read them aloud in front of everyone during the ceremony. We ended with the exchange of rings and the breaking of the glass which is a Jewish tradition we felt was very symbolic to our relationship. As we kissed to become man and wife the sky was a perfect blue, the sun was glistening across the ocean, and we really felt my mother was present with us in that moment. I remember the ceremony quite vividly and it was hard to hold back tears, smiles and laughter through our incredibly personal vows – it was very much us. Although we know our friends will not soon forget the epic party that ensued, it was the ceremony we hope will stick with them for many years to come, as it was certainly a labor of love. The ceremony took place just before sunset so our guests were able to enjoy a magical cocktail hour overlooking the spectacular view across the ocean.

As we pieced together the wedding in the months leading up, I spent countless hours researching and interviewing vendors whom I thought would best understand and embody the spirit of our wedding – I wanted it to be a classic black tie affair worthy of the exquisite venue, but with a very personal, non-traditional, and fun loving vibe that made it very much our own. We worked with our stationary designer to create a personalized cipher that was featured on our invitations and throughout the wedding on programs, menus, napkins, matchbooks, swizzle sticks, and even a set of “corn hole” for the lawn. The tent décor was simple but elegant, including rustic farm tables, lush white and green centerpieces, mercury glass candles, and hand-made wrought-iron and crystal chandeliers which were designed especially for our event. It was also important to me that my mother was as much a part of our wedding as possible, so in addition to honoring her during the ceremony, I wore a custom-designed hairpiece made from her vintage wedding dress, and a diamond necklace and bracelet that had belonged to her.

Steve and I both came up with our own signature drinks (“The Kansas City Slicker” and “The Cape Cod Catch”) which were served during the cocktail hour alongside a fabulous raw bar where oysters and littlenecks were shucked to order. With the help of our incredibly patient and talented caterer, we were able to completely customize our ideal menu combining a little bit of New England (where I grew up) with a little bit of Kansas City (where Steve is from), which resulted in an appetizer of local heirloom tomatoes and burrata, followed by a fabulous New England lobster pot pie served with a seared KC strip steak. We had our wedding cake delivered from Momofuku Milk Bar, our favorite bakery in New York, along with their fabulous cookies and famed “Crack Pie” which were arranged on a beautiful dessert table to complement our caterer’s homemade whoopee pies and double fudge brownies. The wine was hand selected by my father and shipped directly from The Frank Family Vineyard in Napa, including a very special rouge champagne, which was my mother’s favorite. We didn’t feel the night would be complete without passing both Dark n’ Stormy and St. Germain Champagne JELLO shots around the dance floor, accompanied by hand-picked Cuban cigars offered on the lawn.

In addition to the food, the music was hugely important to us, and we kept in theme with something unique to our taste (although perhaps not typical for black tie) with a steel drummer playing during the cocktail hour, and an incredible 10 piece band for the reception that kept our guests on the dance floor the entire night playing everything from Frank Sinatra to Calvin Harris. As a surprise grand finale, some very gallant (read brave!) groomsmen had teed up fireworks on the beach directly below the lawn which were set off as just everyone emerged from the tent for a sparkler exit. The sky lit up over the ocean in a way I didn’t think was possible – it was truly beyond my wildest dreams. We had a delicious local taco stand set up a stand on the lawn as a late night snack before we all made our way across the property to the beautifully bistro lit carriage house, where the after-party festivities continued with a DJ, a keg, and customized cups and koozies to boot!

Somehow we were able to get all of our favorite things, and all of our favorite people in our favorite place for one epic celebration that we will cherish for the rest of our lives. For a girl who never spent a moment in her life daydreaming about being a bride, my wedding was nothing short of storybook perfection. Steve and I are grateful from the bottom of our hearts to all the amazing vendors, friends and family who made it all not only possible, but possibly the most perfect night of all time.

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Newport weddings constantly rank as some of the loveliest in their league. The setting is to die for and the style is always sophisticated with a heaping side of fun. This Regatta Place beauty captured by Deborah Zoe is one fabulous example. It’s Newport at its very finest, and you can see even more right here.

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From Deborah Zoe Photo…Their engagement story is like something straight out of a Bachelor episode, something only tv magic could make up. But yet it wasn’t, it was very much real and very much planned by Jon, Melissa’s thoughtful fiance. During an annual trip to St. John’s last year, Jon planned the ultimate surprise proposal for Melissa. Waking up early one morning Jon and Melissa sneaked away for a snorkel trip to a secluded island only to find that they had to swim to the beach. It was there after a lovely stroll through the sand that Jon got down on one knee and asked Melissa to marry him. A trip to the Virgin Islands, a surprise sailing excursion, a swim to a private island and one BEAUTIFUL engagement ring all make for an amazing and unforgettable proposal!!

Jon and Melissa capped their magical engagement on a beautiful summer day in Newport at the gorgeous Regatta Place where they wed overlooking Newport Harbor. Friends and family from across the country and around the world flew in for the destination affair for which Melissa thoughtfully organized and styled to reflect their love for all things preppy and nautical. The bright coral color scheme and sea inspired accents helped to tie in the all the details beautifully and create the perfect backdrop for Jon and Melissa’s day.

Belle Mer Wedding

This, lovelies, is what we call one crazy gorgeous celebration: a three day extravaganza with vibrant colors galore and one love-filled moment after another captured by Anna Wu Photography. It’s the kind of wedding that stops you in your tracks from the very second you lay your eyes on its fabulousness… and never once stops being completely awesome, all the way down to the very last kiss. See sooo much more right here.

And a beautiful film from Seaglass Cinema…

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From Anna Wu Photography… It was our incredible honor to document both photo and video for Mairin and Nikhil’s beautiful Indian wedding extravaganza in Newport, Rhode Island. Because Mairin’s family is Catholic while Nikhil’s is Hindu, they celebrated both with two different ceremonies. It was a packed weekend starting with a Sangeet on Saturday and the church ceremony, Baraat, Hindu ceremony, reception, and everything in between on Sunday. But throughout the wedding day, there was just one thing that stood out above everything else– the way these two look at each other. It’s timeless and enduring, with such adoration and abandon as if nothing else in the world exists.

The Catholic ceremony was in Mairin’s home church in Cranston, Rhode Island, while the Hindu ceremony was at Belle Mer in Newport. The mandap was adorned with colorful flowers and gorgeous silks that billowed gracefully in the wind. Traditional Indian music played softly in the background, evoking another time and place. From the moment Mairin walked down the aisle in her new Indian sari, the entire wedding was enchanted. The guests were held spellbound, and every gesture was imbued with tradition and new meaning. It was truly breathtaking.

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Newport Wedding from Ruth Eileen Photography

When Newport and Ruth Eileen Photography come together for a classic east coast wedding, it’s bound to be a beautiful thing. And with a modern white backdrop like Belle Mer and a layer of blushing pink blooms by Sweet Annie Floral Design, that melding of modern, classic, seaside goodness is indeed living up to our expectations. It’s oceanfront romance like only Rhode Island can produce and you can see even more right here.

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Nautical Newport Wedding at Castle Hill Inn from Lindsey Rae Photography

From the Bride… We envisioned our wedding to be vintage, romantic, and elegant. Sunny days are our favorite so we decided to have a (light-saturated) daytime wedding with a natural color scheme of blush, peach, and ivory tones, with touches of green and yellow. We decided on a circular ceremony arrangement because we wanted to create an intimate and unique setting. A circular petal carpet served as our altar, and we decorated the aisle with puffs of baby’s breath which were later re-used as reception centerpieces. The floral elements and circle ceremony were meant to fit perfectly with the round outdoor grass areas of our venue, but it ended up raining on our wedding day and we had to move everything indoors. Thankfully the circle ceremony still worked beautifully and most of our guests did not even realize that it was meant to be outdoors.

As a graphic designer, I could not help but design everything I possibly could for our wedding! I designed and styled our stationery, DIY decor, table displays, as well as our award-winning website which featured a custom-designed gift registry. One of my favorite projects was designing my own wedding dresses (Western and Chinese) and getting them custom-tailored back home in China. Not only was this more affordable, but it was amazing to hand select each fabric and actually watch the dresses come together. The Chinese dress retained traditional oriental elements such as the mandarin collar, and an embroidered phoenix (a symbol of virtue and grace), but I was able to modernize it with lighter-colored fabrics, and a full piece of lace on the back, to match the many lace accents used throughout our wedding. As for the western wedding dress, I included a removable, off-the-shoulder lace top, which essentially allowed me to create two outfits out of one dress. We also had our flower girl dresses custom-tailored, and I designed them to match mine with a fitted lace top, and flowing tulle on the bottom. I am a dancer and love ballet, so we had them dressed up as ballerinas!

My husband is Puerto Rican and grew up in New York City, while I am Chinese and grew up in Beijing, China. We incorporated our distinct heritages by including little details like the number “8” (a lucky number in China) in our website URL, naming our reception tables as Puerto Rican cities, reading scripture in three languages during our ceremony, including salsa and classical Spanish guitar music, and having fusion-flavored macarons in our dessert display. We also prepared a word of thanks for our guests, with each of us speaking in the other person’s mother tongue (Gary in Chinese, me in Spanish). One of the most memorable parts of the day was when Gary surprised me (and our guests) by performing a classic love song in Chinese!

It was also important to us to include elements of our Christian faith, because that is the strength and foundation of our relationship. We did this by including bible verses in all of our stationery, website, and throughout various displays. Our ring bearer carried a bible “ring pillow”, and I even managed to find cupcake toppers for our dessert display made from vintage hymn music sheets.

Other sweet details included a signature drink named after our mothers, hand-lettered chalkboard signage (eye candy for graphic designers!), and a guestbook table which featured postcards for guests to fill out and have sent to our new home post-honeymoon. We included vintage postcards from the various cities which our guests had come from, and also found postcards depicting vintage flower seed packets, which perfectly matched our invitation stamps.

Overall, we loved that so many elements of our wedding day were custom designed to reflect the story of our lives and relationship. We worked closely with our florist Katie Rocheford, of Sweet Annie Floral Design, who played a key role in wonderfully executing many of the little details. We also searched tirelessly online and in antique stores to score many of the unique finds scattered throughout our wedding. As a designer and perfectionist, it was easy to get caught up and overwhelmed in the details, which made things stressful at times. But in the end, it was freeing to realize that our wedding was beautiful not because of the meticulously designed decor, but simply because we got married, and celebrated it with the people we love.

Newport weddings never fail to wow. It’s just what they do. It must have something to do with it’s gorgeous vistas and old world charm, but I’m pretty sure its the stylish couples that flock to the beautiful shorelines that truly make it special. Because they bring us weddings like this one at Castle Hill Inn, that’s traditional yet fresh, and all around lovely. And with gorgeous florals from Sayles Livingston Flowers and stunning images from Lindsey Rae Photography – it simply doesn’t get better. See it all here.

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Newport Rhode Island Wedding from Erin McGinn Photography

From Lindsey… Newport is home to some of the most beautiful ocean views, nostalgic New England charm, and intimate family gatherings. So, when Alexis and Will invited me to capture their Castle Hill Inn wedding I was thrilled! They both confessed how important it was to them both that their wedding not only celebrate their love for one another, but for their families as well. Alexis and Will’s wishes went off with out a hitch! Their day consisted of delicious champagne toasts, trolley rides, cascading flowers, rich colors, family heirlooms and traditions, signature cocktails, amazing-heart-felt speeches, and a dance floor that was never empty.

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A Newport wedding like this one captured beautifully by Erin McGinn sits happily on the tippy top of my most favorite things list. Right next to long beach days and a cold glass of bubbly, a wedding like this seaside soiree makes me happier than I probably should admit. Modern and elegant, yet wonderfully casual at the same time – the vendors at the helm of this party created a vision of a day for this gorgeous family, and we get to enjoy every last favorite-worthy moment right here.

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From Erin… Stephanie and Brad had their wedding at the lovely and very nautical Regatta Place in Newport, Rhode Island. Their adorable daughter, Olivia, served as the littlest flower girl for the day. Stephanie did a quick change into a shorter dress after the ceremony for a fun and flirty look everyone loved.

From the Bride… We chose to get married in Newport because we have both lived here for so long and rarely get the chance to sit back, relax, and take in all the beauty that surrounds us here everyday. I chose Regatta specifically because it is on the water and just gives off that “casual yet elegant” feel that I love so much and I think describes us well. Did I mention their food is amazing? We went with a nautical theme as I love sharp, bold colors (Navy, Orange, Yellow). Not being the most crafty of people I really depended on my vendors to bring everything to life for me and feel that I chose each one carefully after viewing their web sites and getting recommendations from other people. Semia’s flower arrangements are always big, beautiful & fully in bloom. Jenn Gonzalez is not only a friend but an amazing stylist (and I don’t trust my hair to just anyone). Jennifer Hodge is super talented and if I could hire her to do my makeup everyday I would. Erin McGinn… the only person on the planet that has produced photographs (plural) of Brad and myself that we instantly loved and have proudly displayed in our home. Roy McGill from Sweet Sophistications is the master of treats! He not only did my sister’s wedding at Ocean Cliff several years ago but also made a beautiful cake for my baby shower last year. Rob Ferraz along with the band “Get Lucky” were an easy pick! Get Lucky is one of my favorite local bands and they play at my establishment every month.

Newport Rhode Island Wedding at Belle Mer from Kelly Dillon Photography

This adorable duo? They have a fabulous story. The kind of fabulous story that involves a workplace romance, a helicopter meets the Empire State Building proposal and a drop-dead gorgeous Belle Mer wedding. A sort of movie-eque beginning with sooo much pretty, it’s like a trifecta of awesome all coming together in beautiful imagery captured by Kelly Dillon Photography. In other words, it’s downright amazing. See every last moment in the full gallery.

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From the Bride… We were both working at NBC Sports, but had not met yet. I decided to join the volleyball team and at the first game I saw him walking across the gym. My first thought was “Wow, there are never any cute guys at company volleyball.” Luckily, he was smitten as well. After that, sparks flew!

Hector told me we were going out for a quiet dinner for my birthday. Instead we arrived at the Westchester Airport and boarded a helicopter for a sunset tour of New York City. All the way up the Hudson I was nervous thinking this could be the day. Right when we circled the Empire State Building he popped the question. I was totally speechless. The pilot said, “Was that a YES?” I snapped out of it and replied. He then took me to a restaurant where all our family and friends were waiting for a surprise engagement party. He flew people in from all over the country just for the night. Then, an acapella band came out and performed. First happy birthday to myself, our niece and my cousin, then to entertain the guests. It was an amazing engagement!

Honestly, Pinterest was a life-saver. When an idea popped in my head, I opened the app and searched. For the bridesmaids, all my ladies are different; different height, size and coloring! I thought it would be mean on my part to dress them in the same gown and colors, so we chose the best for each individual. Hector and I both knew we wanted a venue on the water, and there are few more scenic places in the US than Newport, Rhode Island. It’s just magical there. Also, the fact that Belle Mer is stunning made the decision that much more easy.

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Newport Wedding from Meghan Sepe Weddings

Fans of The Great Gatsby, I’ve got a treat for you. This wedding was planned before the new movie was filmed, and set to take place less than a mile from the original Gatsby. Keeping that in mind, the couple planned a party that looked to be a roaring good time, and we’ve got the inside scoop from Meghan Sepe Weddings.

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From the photographer… A Great Gatsby inspired wedding, this day had it all – including being less than a mile from where the original Great Gatsby movie with Robert Redford was filmed in 1974! The bride got ready in a luxurious suite at The Chanler Inn in Newport, RI overlooking Sachuest Beach, while the guys were in a nearby waterfront hotel, grooming and pressing their coat tails. The ceremony was at the bride’s Alma Mater, Salve Regina University (Chapel), which was a stone’s throw from the Chanler Inn and the famous Cliff Walk which actually joins all of these waterfront properties by a walking path along the cliffs and ocean. In a word – on a beautiful sunny Spring day – that area is breathtaking. The reception followed back at the Chanler Inn where long tables and chandeliers filled up the covered patio and pops of bright fuchsia and pinks stood out against the silver and cream tones of the linens and tables. Subtle art deco fonts on menus and napkins punctuated the theme.

From the beautiful bride… Luke and I met in his hometown of Old Saybrook where I used to spend my summers. At the time, I was attending college at Salve Regina University and loved every minute of it – as well as the beautiful seaside city of Newport, RI. As he and I fell in love, he too fell in love with Newport and we couldn’t think of a more perfect place to get married. I had always loved Newport growing up because it was where one of my favorite films, The Great Gatsby, was filmed. For me, every day in Newport was like being in a movie, a classic Hollywood film! Surrounded by the gorgeous mansions and beautiful scenery. Of course I wanted to take advantage of this feeling and take it one step further. Since I only plan on getting married once, I’ll admit it – I wanted it to be like my red carpet moment, my fifteen minutes of fame!

I wanted to include elements of The Great Gatsby (before I even knew the remake of the film was coming out or that it would be released on the exact same day as my wedding…Crazy!) and classic Hollywood glamour while taking advantage of Newport’s glamour as well. With a little research, we chose our color palette to reflect a 1920’s look and feel, using the same tones and shades that swanky parties used back in the day. We were thrilled with the outcome, it was truly just what we wanted.

In a nutshell, this Newport wedding from Studio Atticus and Hello Super Studios is a dream come true for a blogger like myself. It’s the perfect amount of vintage sprinkled with some serious style, and that all makes for one fabulous fête to swoon over today. With a team of vendors as talented as this group, it’s really no surprise. Because when you have a Sperry Tent filled with gorgeous blooms by Stoneblossom all planned to perfection by Gracie Lou Events you simply know you’ll have a stunner on your hands – and that’s just what’s waiting for you in the highlight film and the full gallery of images.

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From Studio Atticus… Maegan and Kevin have known each other since they were children. Although they live in Connecticut, they decided to marry in Newport, Rhode Island, where they fell in love. The reception at the Eisenhower House was filled with whimsical details — chandeliers, charming rustic table, pink goblets, delightful florals and so much more. Pashmina wraps, in cotton candy colors served as favors for their guests.

From the Bride… Growing up, Kevin and I would travel to Newport each summer with our families and friends. The small seaside town has always meant a great deal to us especially since my husband attended college nearby. While celebrating our marriage in Newport was an obvious choice, choosing a venue to accommodate our 300 guests was a bit more difficult. After much searching, we stumbled upon the Eisenhower House at Fort Adams State Park. I saw it immediately, a glowing Sperry Tent along the water, beautiful flowers, and our closest friends and family. Our planning experience was undoubtedly a labor of love with many DIY projects completed by my mother and mother-in-law, two truly amazing women. We are so thankful that my mother spent so many hours crafting table runners, refinishing furniture, and collecting glass bottles and vintage china just so we would have the most beautiful memories of our wedding day. And last, but certainly not least, we are eternally grateful to Connie of Studio Atticus and Megan of Hello Super Studios for capturing the day flawlessly. [dotted]
Wedding Photography: Studio Atticus| Cinematography: Hello Super Studios | Wedding Venue: Eisenhower House | Event Planning + Coordination: Gracie Lou Events | Floral Design: Stoneblossom | Catering: Russell Morin Catering | Wedding Dress: Marissa Bridals | Headpiece + Belt: Doloris Petunia | Bride’s Shoes: Christian Louboutin (gift from Groom) | Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Amsale | Lounge Area Rentals: New England Vintage Rentals | Tent + Farm Tables: Sperry Tents | Lighting + Chandeliers: Revelation Productions | Ballroom Chairs: Rentals Unlimited | Other Rentals: (Pink Glasses + Silverware + China): Fancy That | Reception Music: Heart Beat Dance Band | Mobile Facilities: Luxury Loo | Rentals: New England Country Rentals

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Newport, RI Wedding from Meghan Sepe Weddings + Sayles Livingston Flowers

You know what makes a pretty amazing color combo? Apple green and vibrant hot pink. Together they have the power to turn a wedding into one of the prettiest days you’ve ever seen, especially when combined with the lush florals of Sayles Livingston Flowers and a Rhode Island setting that will sort of leave you speechless (literally). Add in a bride who seriously glows in her lace Monique Lhuillier gown, a dapper groom in bow tie and one amazing image after another from Meghan Sepe and we have what we call “a whole lot of pretty.” See it all in the full gallery.

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Newport Rhode Island Wedding from Lisa Rigby Photography

Alex and Chris first met in 1997. They’d both recently graduated from college and had moved to Washington, DC. They had mutual friends, and ended up in the same circle of friends for about two years, but then both went their separate ways and lost touch. Alex had always thought Chris was cute, but her roommate liked him too, so he was off-limits.

In 2009 Alex was finishing her residency in Buffalo, NY, and was getting ready to move to Hartford, Connecticut to start her fellowship, when all of a sudden Chris popped up as “someone you might know” on Facebook. She thought “Wow, I haven’t talked to that guy in 10 years! Wonder what he’s up to! (And if he’s still cute?)” so she sent him a message. Chris responded – and it turned out he was living in West Hartford, one town over! After she got to Hartford, Alex’s girlfriend (and later bridesmaid) Kelly was visiting, so Alex used that as an excuse to send Chris a message, asking if he could recommend some fun things to do, and casually adding that he was welcome to join them.

A few days later, Alex and Kelly were out after dinner, and even after ten years, Alex immediately recognized Chris as she saw him come walking down the street. The “reunion” went well (and he was definitely still cute!), and ended with a “we’ll have to do this again” – and they did.

After finishing her fellowship, Alex took a job back in her hometown of Newport, Rhode Island, and Chris moved with her. They got an adorable French Bulldog puppy named Frank about a year later. Then one Sunday afternoon in June 2011, a few months shy of their 2 year anniversary, Alex was called in to the ER. When she got home, Frank met her at the door, as usual. But she immediately noticed something on his collar, and said “What’s this?” Chris said, “Oh it’s a new toy.” Alex went to look more closely, and it was a little pouch, with a little silver box inside, and inside that was the most beautiful ring! It turned out Chris had worked with Alex’s sister (and maid of honor) Kate to design it, using diamonds of their mother’s, and emeralds (Alex’s birthstone, and favorite color), and he’d been carrying the ring around for almost 3 months, waiting for the perfect moment to set up a surprise. Alex then managed to catch her breath and finish walking in the door, and noticed candles and flowers and champagne set up on the back porch… It was there that Chris got down on one knee, and Alex of course said yes.

They decided to have a traditional ceremony at St. Columba’s Chapel- a beautiful old stone chapel about a mile down the street from where Alex grew up. An old friend from high school officiated, and another friend played bagpipes outside the church. The reception was held at The Clambake Club of Newport- a private club right on the water with breathtaking views (and amazing food!), with a vintage home-like feel. They wanted a sea side, classic, down to earth wedding with a touch of “Newport”- and with the help of some amazing vendors, and some wonderful personal touches from friends and family, we ended up with a gorgeous, dream day. The rest is history!

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There are roughly a million and one reasons we absolutely adore Newport weddings and, I swear to you, this darling Castle Hill Inn affair is checking each and every one off its pretty little list. It’s like a lesson in Newport perfection with breathtaking ocean views, romantic meets classic stylings and a bride and groom who are one of the most adorable duos you will ever have the privilege to meet. Add it all up and it’s a day that will leave you smiling, drooling and whole-heartedly swooning. See it all captured by Lisa Rigby in the full gallery.

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From Lisa Rigby… Mangmang and Yinqing were married this May in Newport, Rhode Island. They are both from China and make their home in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Her dress was by Reem Acra. Mangmang is a designer and designed her own wedding stationery and did the calligraphy herself. She purchased all of the frames through Etsy and wrapped the favors (candies are traditional Chinese wedding favors).

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Oceanside Wedding at Belle Mer Island House from Krystal Kast Photographers

Rhode Island is a crazy magical place to say “I do.” A place where seaside nuptials and breathtaking views mix and mingle with preppy details and heartwarming traditions. It’s a place where darling couples like these two sweeties flock to host their big day… and fill it with classic touches (hello gorgeous Tara Keely by Lazaro gown and lush florals from Sweet Petals) and romantic moments aplenty. See them all captured beautifully by Krystal Kast Photographers in the full gallery.

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From Krystal… I am thrilled to share this exquisite oceanside wedding with you! The ceremony and reception took place at Belle Mer in Newport, Rhode Island. The venue’s contemporary vibe and oceanside backdrop was a stunning setting for this beautiful couple!

From the Bride… In creating our wedding it was important that the day truly captured both of us. My husband’s family is originally from Nice, and I grew up in Rhode Island, so we wanted to include elements that reflected both. Choosing a location on the water, with views of the Newport Bridge in the background was the perfect way to bring these locations together. In our “Nice meets Newport” ideal, it was key that we incorporated a mix of new and vintage that reflected our personal tastes. In Belle Mer’s very modern space, we added touches such as terrariums embellished with fleur de lis to create the best of both old and new.

The day of our wedding, all of the individual pieces came together even better than we could have imagined. Elements that are unique to Rhode Island, such as Del’s Lemonade, kept our guests cool during the outdoor ceremony and cocktail hour, and there even ended up being a regatta the day of our wedding, making the day even more picturesque. Not only was the day itself beyond perfect, but being surrounded by all of our friends and family was what really made the day perfect for us.

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Newport Wedding from Robert & Kathleen + Unique Visions Studio

I hope you need a little afternoon pick me up, because BOY do I have one for you. Captured by both Robert & Kathleen Photographers and Unique Visions Studio, this wedding is a heartwarmer. It’s impossible not to smile when you see the love between these two. And, with those two talented teams behind the lens’ you know it’s captured in the very best light. From the gallery to the highlight film below, it’s all around happy.

Now that your smiles are warmed up, here’s Unique Visions Studio’s take…

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Newport Belle Mer Wedding from BKB Photography

From the cinematographer … Shalaine contacted us a while back about filming her wedding in Newport, Rhode Island. Having visited the picturesque town before and deciding that it was our most favorite getaway place, we knew this was going to be a special event. For our first meeting, Shalaine suggested meeting at Gregory’s Coffee. Since we are coffee fanatics, we thought what better place than that. Little did we know that Shalaine’s fiancee is the one and only Greg (the owner of Gregory’s Coffee).

We hit it off with Shalaine right away. Her bubbly personality, constant smiles, genuine remarks and down to earth persona made us feel like she was a good old friend. That day we also knew that her and Greg’s wedding was going to be one of a kind.

Shalaine made sure that even the littlest details were just perfect. They exchanged vows at Newport’s St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church and as they walked out of the church as newlyweds, guests paved their way for them with lavender seeds. Followed by dinner and reception at the elegant Castle Hill Inn where an amazing sunset completed the more than perfect evening.

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You know what makes me happy? Weddings like this one. A cultural beauty with drop-dead gorgeous details, stunning florals from Flowers by Semia and a breathtaking Belle Mer backdrop. And you know what makes me even happier than that? Bride and grooms who are sooo in love, it radiates straight from the computer screen and fills your entire heart. So, this wedding? It’s basically the best thing ever with all of the aforementioned and an entire gallery of amazing from BKB Photography. Join me there for all of the pretty.

And soak in even more inspiration with this fab film from Celeste Studios.

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