2018 – Seacoast Weddings

December 28, 2018

Liz Griffith + John Mulvey

invitations from madeleine's event central

wedding dress sparkle band around waist details

August 25th, 2017 Cape Neddick, Maine Liz met John in the high school lunch line. A new sophomore at a new high school, she was delighted when John introduced himself. “We became friends right away,” she says. They began dating soon after and, together, navigated growing up: finishing high school, transitioning to college, and entering adulthood. Through it all, their relationship endured. “It changed as we changed and grew,” Liz says. The couple discussed marriage many times but also wanted to be established in their careers before taking that step. “We wanted to make sure it was the right moment…

December 21, 2018

Cristi Pirro + Zak Schwartzman

groom getting ready with best man tying his bow tie

August 19, 2017 House Island, Portland, ME Special moments and surprises were hallmarks of Cristi and Zak’s picture-perfect wedding day on House Island, off the coast of Portland, ME. The first was the photo session before the ceremony that became one of the couple’s favorite memories. At one end of the island is an 1800-era fort, a dramatic setting for creating some captivating images. “The whole thing was very ‘Game of Thronesy,’” says Cristi. “The contrast between the fort and my dress was such fun! My dress was in the mud and there was bat poop everywhere, but we loved…

October 26, 2018

Katherine Cain + George Stevens

Wedding dress from Cristina's Bridal in Andover, MA — Katherine’s dress is from Cristina’s Bridal in Andover, MA.

Fun pineapple socks for groom and groomsmen — Socks printed with pineapples are the perfect wardrobe accent.

Zipping up wedding dress — Katherine gets help with her dress.

Wildflower wedding bouquet on Lake Winnipesaukee — Katherine’s bouquet includes white O’Hara roses, dahlias, clematis, ranunculus, eucalyptus, and fern.

Wedding boat cruise on Lake Winnipesaukee with dog — Katherine, George and their faithful companion, Shea, share a boat ride to their reception.

Simple wedding cake ideas with white rose flower accents — The white cake is accented by white roses.

Romantic Lake Winnipesaukee wedding portrait photograph — The couple pauses for photographs on the beach.

Wedding reception tent at Lake Winnipesaukee — On the shore of Lake Winnipesaukee.

decorative wedding lanterns at reception

Wedding reception beach bonfire on lake Winnipesaukee — Guests enjoy a beachfront bonfire after the reception.

September 23, 2017 Wolfeboro, New Hampshire Katherine and George took a weekend trip to Burlington, VT, accompanied by Shea, Katherine’s English springer spaniel. After exploring the town, they took a walk along the shore of Lake Champlain, where George proposed. The first thing I did was ask Shea what he thought!” Katherine exclaims (fortunately, he didn’t have any objections). George grew up on Lake Winnipesaukee, and he and Katherine were eager to introduce the lake to family and friends. “It’s his favorite spot in the world,” says Katherine, “and a place I’ve grown to love as well.” Wedding planner Amy…

August 9, 2018

Betsy Gardella + Jim Smith

walking down the aisle with wedding streamers flying — Betsy and Jim walk down the aisle amid a shower of paper streamers.

Moody Mountain Farm’s historic barn wedding ceremony with a beautiful view of New Hampshire — Moody Mountain Farm’s historic barn provides the perfect backdrop for the daytime ceremony.

Moody Mountain Farm barn with beautiful nighttime lighting — Moody Mountain Farm’s historic barn is later transformed for after-dinner dancing and celebrating.

purple themed wedding glasses — Details from the festive family-style dinner.

beautiful outdoor lighting at wedding dinner — Held under lights in the farm’s meadow.

mother and daughter portrait photo — Betsy shares a moment with her daughter Catherine.

Betsy and Jim with their ceremony officiants, Rev. Gordon Crouch and Rev. John Gibbons.

family wedding moment with daughter — Laurel and David Stitzhal share a cute moment with daughter Kaya.

floral wedding arrangement with roses and peonies next to a framed romantic poem — Floral arrangements feature lush bouquets of roses and peonies.

gold David Yurman wedding bands with spiral engraving — The couple’s wedding bands are from David Yurman.

view of the barn at moody mountain with flowers in the foreground — A pastoral view of Moody Mountain Farm.

Wedding reception dancing in the barn at Moody Mountain — Betsy and Jim lead their guests in contra dancing after dinner.

August 19, 2017 Wolfeboro, NH Betsy Gardella and Jim Smith’s summer wedding, in a meadow overlooking the Ossipee Mountains, was uniquely New Hampshire. “I wanted to give our guests, many of whom were coming from out of state, a New Hampshire experience,” says Betsy. “We thought it would be lovely to be married on a farm.” The couple, who met through a friend and business associate of Betsy’s, hoped for a September wedding, but the venues they wanted were booked. Fortunately, their wedding planner, Kate Malloy of Malloy Events, discovered the perfect venue: Moody Mountain Farm in Wolfeboro, with a…

June 19, 2018

Jillian + William

white ranunculus boutonniere for the groom on his blue suit — Bill’s blue suit sets off his white ranunculus boutonniere.

simple wedding hairstyles by new leaf salon and spa MA — Jillian’s sleek hairstyle is by New Leaf Salon and Spa.

engagement and wedding ring close up photography — The couple’s beautiful wedding and engagement band set.

Bride and groom pose in front of an airstream travel trailer on the farm — The couple poses in front of a funky Airstream on the farm.

wedding dress embroidered in boston in time for a fall Maine wedding — Jillian’s pretty embroidered gown is from Ceremony Bridal Shop, Boston, MA. Her bouquet includes hydrangeas, ranunculus, anemones, phlox, dahlias, and veronica flowers

The happy couple shares a kiss at their wedding venue of marianmade farm in Maine — Marianmade Farm, a working flower and lavender farm, proves to be the perfect venue for Bill and Jillian’s outdoor wedding.

lavender accent with individualized signage to organize seating arrangments at dinner — A piece of lavender tied to a napkin makes a pretty statement.

September 30, 2017 Wiscasset, ME On a crisp October day, off the coast of Boothbay Harbor, ME, Jillian and Bill hopped on a friend’s boat, headed for Squirrel Island, where Jillian’s family owns a home. That’s where Bill proposed, adding another reason for Jill to think of it as her “happy place.” Jillian envisioned an outdoor September wedding. The first venue Bill and his father visited, Marianmade Farm in Wiscasset, ME, proved to be the only venue the couple considered. Bill was excited about the farm and, based on his excitement and the photos he shared, Jillian agreed, even though…

April 12, 2018

Leah Rosenzweig + Alex Meyer

romantic bride and groom moment on the beach — Leah and Alex share a romantic moment.

clear tent wedding dinner — Guests dine al fresco on fabulous food prepared by renowned restaurant Earth at Hidden Pond.

wedding bouquet of hellebore peonies roses astilbe eucalyptus lilacs and anenome — Leah's bouquet includes hellebore, peonies, roses, astilbe, eucalyptus, lilacs and anenome.

wood grain decorative wedding signage — The couple's initials light up a display.

earth at hidden pond mussels — Guests dine al fresco on fabulous food prepared by renowned restaurant Earth at Hidden Pond.

directions around hidden pond wedding venue in maine — Signage directs guests around Hidden Pond's property.

old fashioned signature wedding cocktail — A cool, sipping cocktail.

earth at hidden pond wedding dinner — Guests dine al fresco on fabulous food prepared by renowned restaurant Earth at Hidden Pond.

earth at hidden pond wedding dinner entree — Guests dine al fresco on fabulous food prepared by renowned restaurant Earth at Hidden Pond.

May 13, 2017 Kennebunkport, ME The lush gardens of Hidden Pond in Kennebunkport provided the romantic setting for Leah and Alex’s Maine wedding in front of friends and family. The ceremony was followed by an intimate dinner, and dancing in the property’s rustic barn. Leah wanted a relaxed, outdoor wedding and knew she’d found the perfect venue when she and Alex discovered Hidden Pond. In fact, the couple found wedding planning to be a lovely way to get to know each other better. “I loved learning more about Alex as we planned our wedding,” says Leah. “We talked about things…

February 22, 2018

Hitched Heroes: Heather Allen + Bernard Hudgens

{2017 Seacoast Hitched Heroes} Every year, a lucky military couple is selected to be Seacoast Hitched Heroes. Wedding vendors donate their services as a thank you for the military couple’s services. Heather and Bernard, winner of the 2017 Seacoast Hitched Heroes wedding, met at a military ball in Manchester, NH. They had an instant connection. “The commonality in our lives was undeniable,” Heather says. “We both have two children, we both love the outdoors and the ocean, we love country music… the list goes on and on. I felt like I found my other half.” Bernard, a sergeant in New…

January 25, 2018

Eliza Hulme + Tim Glynn

vintage wedding stationery invites and RSVP

plaid flannel suit on groomsmen with a matching plaid scarf on bridesmaid

bride and groom walk down the aisle in black and white photograph

table settings with champagne and wine glasses

fresh oysters with cocktail sauce on top

unique wedding dessert with fruits and vegetables

black and white film style photograph of wedding reception

October 7, 2017 Harpswell, Maine Eliza and Tim’s evocative fall wedding was held at Live Well Farm – a charming waterfront home in Harpswell, ME. Eliza had long envisioned a relaxed, barn-like property where, together, they could host an elegant, fun, laid-back and cozy wedding for their family and friends. Inspired by a variety of wedding blogs, Eliza had planned the day herself, adding fun details like a Polaroid guest book, a basket of plaid blankets for guests (a reflection of her love of plaid), and naming reception tables after favorite Maine destinations. Eliza and Tom’s top priority was involving…

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