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Catriona Grant + Anthony Broccoli

The couple shares a happy moment.
Photo engagement card from Minted.
An antique stick pin with a photo of Catriona’s late grandmother, a gift from her MOH/cousin as her “something blue.”
The wedding couple and their guests enjoyed a perfect fall day.
A burnt-orange bridesmaid dress.
A mobile photo booth added entertainment to the reception.
Fresh autumn greens.
Broc’s custom jacket was lined in photos of his parent’s and grandparent’s weddings.
Sweet, rustic charm was the order of the day.
Rich autumn colors in loose, natural florals.
Catriona says she loved the appliquéd sleeves of her dress.
Late-October sunlight filters through the trees.
A trio played Irish music during cocktail hour.
Wooden place cards from etsy; place settings from One Stop Event Rentals.

October 26, 2024 Gray, ME When it was time to choose a wedding venue, Catriona and her husband-to-be knew they wanted to be married in Maine. “Our first trip away together had been to Portland,” she explains, “so we looked at a lot of places in that area. The second we got to Caswell Farm, it just felt right. It was so cozy and tucked into the woods. In the woods, in the fall, in Maine was exactly what we were searching for. The barn was just rustic enough, but still warm and cozy—it checked all the boxes.” Catriona chose…

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Maria Coppola + John Wade

The bride’s sumptuous mermaid-style dress from Berta.
Maria and John were gifted crystal-encrusted flutes for toasting.
St. Mary’s Church in Dedham, MA.
Sugar flowers adorned the five-tiered cake with fresh raspberry filling and Italian frosting.
The newlyweds take a break outside The Fairmont Copley Plaza.
Maria says her happiest moment was seeing her husband at the altar as the church doors opened.
The altar of St. Mary’s Church, where Maria’s parents also were married.
he couple’s elegant wedding cake from Dessert Works.
ohn dons his tux at the church.
A long-time dream of the bride’s was to wear a Berta gown on her wedding day.
Chanel sandals from Neiman Marcus, Boston.

November 4, 2023 Boston, MA The elegant and sophisticated Fairmont Copley Plaza fit Maria’s vision for her wedding day perfectly. But even more memorable was having the ceremony in the same church her parents were married in 35 years ago. “The majority of my family is from Dedham, and everyone gets married there.” Since she and her husband had always wanted to live in Boston’s Back Bay area—he proposed to her on the Common—they searched there for a reception venue and came up with the historic Fairmont. “I loved the charm of the hotel, the beautiful ceilings and chandeliers in…

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Linsay Hatch + Jeremy Hankin

This year’s Hitched Heroes couple celebrated at Saltonstall Farm.
Rustic barn tables with place settings by Gooseberry Tabletop.
The couple’s wedding day was a special gathering of their children.
Lindsay and Jeremy’s first look.
“She stole the show,” says Lindsay of her niece and flower girl, Maisy.
The couple’s friend, Matt, and his family sending a message of love.

October 22, 2024 Stratham, NH 2024 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 service. This year, not only is the groom, Jeremy, a retired lance corporal with the Marines, he also served as a police officer for Newmarket, New Hampshire, for 25 years and now works part-time for the Greenland (NH) Police Department. To top it off, Lindsay is a third-grade teacher and a hero in her own right! The couple has a blended family of five children…

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Alicia Lessing + Sean Settles

Alicia’s veil takes the sea breeze at The Nonantum Resort.
Kicking off the weekend with an outdoor welcome party.
Delicious donuts made by The Nonantum’s pastry chef.
The couple’s niece, Evelyn, was the sweetest flower girl.
ean awaits the first look, all dapper in attire from The Black Tux.
The bride and groom stepping out in style.
Alicia and her bridesmaids share a light moment; bouquets from Snug Harbor Farm.
Gluten-free mini cheesecakes fit perfectly with the wedding’s simple, elegant theme.
The couple poses with their niece and nephew by the Kennebunk River.
Federal Jacks in Kennebunkport, the perfect location for the rehearsal dinner; tent from PEAK Event Services.
The couple’s favorite, old fashioned cocktails.

October 22, 2023 Kennebunkport, ME With much of the guest list hailing from out of state, Alicia and Sean saw their wedding weekend as an opportunity to introduce family and friends to the Seacoast. Alicia says their ceremony at the Nonantum Resort showcased “quintessential Maine,” with the Kennebunk River providing a charming coastal backdrop. “I wanted to show where we live and why we love the area so much.” Through her work at PEAK Event Services, Alicia has “seen it all,” but wanted her own special day to feel “clean and classic.” Alicia describes her vision for the ceremony as…

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Denise Sanata + David Throne

Who could imagine a more dramatic backdrop for their wedding day, as misty clouds and a fiery sunset unfolded atop Cadillac Mountain.
Who could imagine a more dramatic backdrop for their wedding day, as misty clouds and a fiery sunset unfolded atop Cadillac Mountain.
Denise and David celebrate their vows with a bit of the bubbly.
Denise and David celebrate their vows with a bit of the bubbly.
The newlyweds romped along the Cadillac Summit Road, enjoying their elopement and the other-worldly mist.
The newlyweds romped along the Cadillac Summit Road, enjoying their elopement and the other-worldly mist.
The newlyweds romped along the Cadillac Summit Road, enjoying their elopement and the other-worldly mist.
The newlyweds romped along the Cadillac Summit Road, enjoying their elopement and the other-worldly mist.
The newlyweds romped along the Cadillac Summit Road, enjoying their elopement and the other-worldly mist.
The newlyweds romped along the Cadillac Summit Road, enjoying their elopement and the other-worldly mist.
The bride’s autumn-inspired bouquet and a bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne, with its signature yellow label.
The bride’s autumn-inspired bouquet and a bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne, with its signature yellow label.
Denise sports practical hiking footwear under her Lulus Weddings dress.
Denise sports practical hiking footwear under her Lulus Weddings dress.
Sprays of eucalyptus leaves blend with orange grasses and stark-white roses in Denise’s bouquet.
Sprays of eucalyptus leaves blend with orange grasses and stark-white roses in Denise’s bouquet.
Sprays of eucalyptus leaves blend with orange grasses and stark-white roses in Denise’s bouquet.
Sprays of eucalyptus leaves blend with orange grasses and stark-white roses in Denise’s bouquet.

October 5, 2024 Acadia National Park, ME Denise and David’s wedding wasn’t just about exchanging vows—it was an alignment in simplicity. Their serendipitous decision to elope at Acadia National Park was “written in the stars,” a celebration unburdened by traditional expectations. Denise’s work led them to Maine, not necessarily to marriage. The couple planned their wedding in just a week. “It was last minute, but never stressful. Everything fell into place exactly as it should.” The day started with a morning hike, followed by a nap. “I gave myself two hours to get ready,” Denise laughs. She even finished writing…

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Christina Helm + Matthew Fay

Simple pearl jewelry and soft waves completed Christina’s look; pearl and diamond necklace from Tiffany, earrings by SWEETV.
Simple pearl jewelry and soft waves completed Christina’s look; pearl and diamond necklace from Tiffany, earrings by SWEETV.
A veil to catch the breeze.
A veil to catch the breeze.
Matt taste-tested the cake.
Matt taste-tested the cake.
The newlyweds are “showered” after their outdoor ceremony.
The newlyweds are “showered” after their outdoor ceremony.
Guests enjoy the festivities.
Guests enjoy the festivities.
Matt chose a classic black tux.
Matt chose a classic black tux.
The three-tiered cake from Piro’s Bakery was another classic touch.
The three-tiered cake from Piro’s Bakery was another classic touch.
The bride and her siblings.
The bride and her siblings.
Abenaqui provided a delicious charcuterie board.
Abenaqui provided a delicious charcuterie board.
A lineup of wedding guests.
A lineup of wedding guests.
Strolling the country club’s golf course.
Strolling the country club’s golf course.
Christina says her hair extensions held their waves beautifully and were one of her better decisions.
Christina says her hair extensions held their waves beautifully and were one of her better decisions.
Soft shades of ivory, cream, and peach highlight the bride’s bouquet.
Soft shades of ivory, cream, and peach highlight the bride’s bouquet.
Christina and Matt’s custom-designed rings.
Christina and Matt’s custom-designed rings.

August 24, 2024 Rye Beach, NH Christina and Matt’s true Seacoast wedding at Rye Beach “was all about sharing our love for Portsmouth and the Seacoast area,” says Christina. The couple also loved their hashtag, a play on their last names—#faytakesthehelm—which was their wedding website as well. “We put a lot of time into coming up with our (out-of-town guest) recommendations on our website!” she adds. The bride says she looked “at probably every venue in New England,” and then ended up choosing Abenaqui Country Club, practically next door to where her parents live. Speaking of her outdoor summer wedding,…

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Olivia Zdrojewski + Brendan O’Brien

Blown by the sea breeze, Olivia’s long veil provided a dramatic touch as the couple had their “first look.”
Blown by the sea breeze, Olivia’s long veil provided a dramatic touch as the couple had their “first look.”
Summery white and blue floral arrangement, Jardiniere Flowers.
Summery white and blue floral arrangement, Jardiniere Flowers.
An idyllic ceremony setting at Cliff House, Maine.
An idyllic ceremony setting at Cliff House, Maine.
This four-tiered wedding cake is adorned with a cascading fondant bow.
This four-tiered wedding cake is adorned with a cascading fondant bow.
Olivia’s lush bouquet, filled with fragrant white roses.
Olivia’s lush bouquet, filled with fragrant white roses.
Brendan and his groomsmen look cool and calm in their tuxedos.
Brendan and his groomsmen look cool and calm in their tuxedos.
A kiss under the lobster—a coastal New England symbol.
A kiss under the lobster—a coastal New England symbol.
The celebration explodes—literally!
The celebration explodes—literally!
Custom-engraved cuff links, a gift from Olivia to Brandon, from etsy.
Custom-engraved cuff links, a gift from Olivia to Brandon, from etsy.
The couple’s wedding rings, from Ring Concierge.
The couple’s wedding rings, from Ring Concierge.

June 15, 2024 Cape Neddick, ME Precious memories of her family’s annual summer trips to Ogunquit filled Olivia and Brendan’s wedding day as they celebrated at Cliff House Maine in Cape Neddick. The bride has known her husband since high school, and he used to go along with her family for the week. “It was cool that we were so close to such a special place for us,” says Olivia. She adds that she was looking for a classic, elegant wedding feel with a touch of coastal New England. Even the carpet in the ballroom was a depth map of…

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Atlee Coler + Tom Reese

Atlee and Tom chose a simple ceremony by the water in the park near Portland’s Eastern Promenade.
Atlee and Tom chose a simple ceremony by the water in the park near Portland’s Eastern Promenade.
The newlyweds enjoyed beautiful marina views from the docks at DeMillo’s on the Water.
The newlyweds enjoyed beautiful marina views from the docks at DeMillo’s on the Water.
Fresh, 
budget-friendly flowers from Trader Joe’s, Portland.
Fresh, 
budget-friendly flowers from Trader Joe’s, Portland.
Totally relaxed and “horsing” around.
Totally relaxed and “horsing” around.
Atlee celebrates her special day with family and friends.
Atlee celebrates her special day with family and friends.
Atlee celebrates her special day with more family and friends.
Atlee celebrates her special day with morefamily and friends.
Her mother-in-law’s updated veil was the perfect finishing touch to Atlee’s wedding look.
Her mother-in-law’s updated veil was the perfect finishing touch to Atlee’s wedding look.
Love on the docks at DeMillo’s; bride’s simple, sleek dress from Reformation (online), groom’s attire from Indochina, Boston.
Love on the docks at DeMillo’s; bride’s simple, sleek dress from Reformation (online), groom’s attire from Indochina, Boston.
A lovely June day for a waterfront wedding.
A lovely June day for a waterfront wedding.
The newlyweds take a moment for an intimate, casual stroll on the docks.
The newlyweds take a moment for an intimate, casual stroll on the docks.
Atlee’s cheerful bouquet and Tom’s blue suit were bright spots in the day.
Atlee’s cheerful bouquet and Tom’s blue suit were bright spots in the day.
The couple’s rings from Bellman Jewelers, Manchester, NH.
The couple’s rings from Bellman Jewelers, Manchester, NH.
A single perfect rose boutonniere.
A single perfect rose boutonniere.

June 1, 2024 Portland, ME A small, intimate wedding turned out to be the perfect choice for Atlee and Tom, who profess to being very relaxed and low-key people. “We actually were planning for a big, white wedding, but then decided that wasn’t for us,” says Atlee, who adds that she and Tom have been together for seven years. “We really don’t like being the center of attention. So it turned out to be a very budget-friendly wedding, with just 20 of our closest friends and family at the ceremony and then 80 to 90 at the reception for apps…

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Emily Michaud + Tapley Taylor

Emily and Tapley share a private moment; her dress from Alexandra’s Boutique, his tux from Madeleine’s Daughter.
Taupe and ivory place settings carried out Emily’s neutral color scheme.
An ocean-side “dip.”
An ocean-side “dip.”
The bride and her six-week-old daughter, Evelyn.
The bride and her six-week-old daughter, Evelyn.
An honored part of the day—“My Papa’s antique red Pontiac Trans Am,” says Emily.
An honored part of the day—“My Papa’s antique red Pontiac Trans Am,” says Emily.
Neutral-toned stationery from Gus & Ruby Letterhead; rings from Jared in Portland and Springer’s Jewelers, Portsmouth.
Neutral-toned stationery from Gus & Ruby Letterhead; rings from Jared in Portland and Springer’s Jewelers, Portsmouth.
Simple, classic tiered cake from Baked with Love.
Simple, classic tiered cake from Baked with Love.
Wedding elegance contrasts with the industrial feel of Brick South in Portland.
Wedding elegance contrasts with the industrial feel of Brick South in Portland.
A stroll through oceanfront gardens.
A stroll through oceanfront gardens.
Emily chose white orchids and lilies that would glow against her bridesmaids’ mocha-colored dresses.
Admiring looks from Tapley’s dad and grandfather.
Admiring looks from Tapley’s dad and grandfather.

September 7, 2024 Portland, ME And baby makes three! That was the surprise element as Emily planned her huge dream wedding for 298 guests. “I planned this big wedding for two years,” she says, “and about halfway through I got pregnant!” At six weeks, baby Evelyn joined her parents for some photo ops and then retired for a nap at Black Point Inn. “My mom and grandma actually walked down the aisle with her, so it was three generations,” says Emily. The bride says she couldn’t have pulled off her wedding extravaganza without the help of Christina at Pinch Me…

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Colleen Murphy + Erik Meeks

The bride and groom enjoy a quiet moment in the fairytale setting of The Crane Estate.
Erik and childhood friend Jim.
Colleen’s elegant Daalarna Couture dress.
Bouquets were created from simple blooms gathered with ribbon.
Colleen chose locally sourced, in-season flowers.
Candlelight and garden-style tabletops fit the romantic lawn reception.
Oyster-shell place cards, created by the bride’s mom.
Bridesmaids chose their dresses from a palette of pastels.
All smiles as husband and wife.
A touch of blue in the stationery to evoke “a sense of being near the ocean.”
The golden hour.

September 9, 2023 Ipswich, MA Though Colleen and Erik lived in New York City during their wedding planning, they chose 
the idyllic setting of The Crane Estate as their venue. “Ipswich is close to my heart, because I grew up spending summers at my uncle’s cottage in Essex, and Ipswich is right around the corner,” says Colleen. “We’d go out on the boat, and I could see the whole estate from the water. I always said, ‘I’m going to get married there.’ The minute my mom found out we were engaged, 
she put down a deposit for us!” Though the estate “looks…

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