Elaina and Aaron are such a sweet, special couple! Their wedding day was filled with so many incredibly tender, personal moments and so much genuine love. The weather was misty and chilly, perfect for the first of October, with fall settling in for the season, the leaves beginning to change, and the warm scent of wood burning in the air.
The beginning of their day was effortless and easygoing, with a fun pop of champagne with Elaina and her girls before seeing her dad for an emotional moment before her First Look with Aaron…
Her bridesmaids were so supportive and doting, there for her during every second of the day, in whatever way she needed. It was so sweet to see them all in need of tissues during the First Look between Elaina and her sweet dad!
After some portraits, the rain started to pick up a bit but was still not enough to move everything inside! I loved the look and feel that the rain added to the day… It was cozy and moody, with a hint of fairytale vibes…
Before the ceremony began, guests sheltered inside the barn, and the girls waited in our cars that my assistant (and close friend!) Mary had parked for them just behind the barn, with a little champagne while they waited! So they shared in a cute little toast until it was time to go down the aisle.
Their ceremony was so cool and personal, I loved it so much. Their match-maker officiated, and their dads and brothers gave readings and spoke. They met while both lifeguarding at the local YMCA, so it was so cute to hear their story be told. They read personal vows to each other too. :)
After the ceremony, Victor with Lauxmont Farms drove us up to the top of one of the hills to take some just married photos and explore a bit, which was one of my favorite parts of the day… Morgan helped Elaina with her dress and before too long, it was time to head back down for some drinks and dancing!
Loved getting this photo of them with their parents. :)
The rain stopped and the party moved out to the courtyard! The music was great and energy was so fun… It ended what felt like too soon with some sparklers and so much love surrounding them from everyone…
So grateful to have been part of this incredible day we’ll never forget! Wishing nothing but the best to these two special, sweet souls I just love so much!
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Venue - Lauxmont Farms
Flowers - Loca Flora, Gettysburg
HMU - Rock Paper Scissors
Dress - CoCo’s Boutique, Hanover
DJ - DJ FTR