NIKKI AND NICK'S LAKESIDE BACKYARD WEDDING - CANDLEWOOD LAKE NEW FAIRFIELD CT WEDDING

I think the term "backyard" here is used only on a technicality because it was behind a residence. Otherwise this was a wedding that could have been at one of the most exclusive venues in the area. The backdrop looked like a scenic point in Hudson Valley, the first look was at the highest point of the isle and the design...com on! Amy of Amy Champagne Events presented everyone with what could be considered her best work to date. The lights, the details, the flowers, the tables, I was blown with the attention to detail at this wedding.

What was particularly impressive was that despite the elaborate planning and design it was still playful, fun and without any pretense, just like our featured couple. First off Nikki wins for being the ultimate "bridechilla." She was full of smiles and couldn't have been more laid back; the same goes for her husband. The lake itself is significant to Nikki and Nick but so is the water, both being avid surfers and wake boarders water played a big role in the design of the wedding (the lake itself is in almost every scene). Their light heartedness toward life and love for each translates itself perfectly in their highlight reel. You can feel how carefree they both are and how much they love being around one another, especially at their lake house. 

Quick shout out to Kristen Kiraly for being an amazing second shooter along with Matt at BSC Photo for always being the best to work with. 

Congrats to Nikki and Nick! Cheers!

- Will 

JACQUELINE AND JONATHAN'S LONGSHORE WEDDING

For the people that check out my blog who are not in the wedding industry one thing you may not know is the relationship between client and vendor really does vary from couple to couple. Sometimes you know everything about them, sometimes you barely know anything other than the formal interactions over the phone and the rest unfolds on the wedding day. While Jacqueline and I conversed over e-mails and had a couple phone conversations I had no idea that her and Jonathan have a beautiful story of rekindled love over the course of many years. Best friends that lost touch for a moment and then found each other as their partner in love.

Aside from their beautiful story the wedding itself was gorgeous. Stunning flowers everywhere, subtle nautical details, including the "Jacs and Jonathan" glass as a gift. Also, Jacqueline was the star of the show but a very close second was a good boy named "Tank" who let everyone know when the bride was coming! 

Another great wedding in the books at one of my favorite venues in Connecticut. We were honored to be there and wish Jacs and Jonathan a lifetime of good memories. Cheers!

- Will 

JADE AND MALCOLM WADSWORTH WEDDING

Fun back story, my daughter Adylae (Addy) loves watching my wedding videos. I don't know why but I can only assume it's because a wedding often combines her three favorite things, pretty dresses, big parties and cake. With that in mind Jade is my daughters pre-school teacher and Addy adores her. After watching this video I think most will understand her sentiment. Jade is truly a delightful person to be around, always providing a smile and a lighthearted approach to any situation. As I predicted since completion of this video to this moment in time of blogging I have heard Jade and Malcolm's video in the background of our home dozens of times so far! 

The wedding itself was absolutely stunning! An earthy color palette of cream tones, cool greens with natural wood made for gorgeous details throughout the Wadsworth mansion. Their ceremony was a heartfelt exchange of personally crafted vows for one another in Wadsworth's rose garden which is one of my favorite ceremony cites in Connecticut. There was some nervousness from the wedding party about the weather but I swear to you once the ceremony started the clouds broke and the sun came out. It was incredible, it went from feeling rain on our skin to a mild temperature, beautiful sunny evening. I've done enough yapping, hit play and enjoy Jade and Malcolm's beautiful, rain free wedding at the Wadsworth Mansion! 

Cheers,
Will