As a wedding photographer, I get to bear witness to so many beautiful, emotional moments each year and there was no shortage of them at Jennifer & Howard’s Inn at St. John’s wedding. Seeing Jennifer read the sweet, tear-invoking note her mom wrote her on her wedding day and the hug that ensued after was one of them. The beautiful speech her Dad gave at the reception that had his little girl in tears and seeing Howard share a special dance with Jenn’s mom as the dance floor cleared out were two more of my favorite emotion packed moments of the day.
From the moment Jennifer put her dress on & her mom and sister secured her veil, you could see just how happy Jenn was to get married to Howard. Both of her parents walked her down the aisle to Howard’s smiling face waiting at the other end. After a beautiful classic mass at the historic chapel at the Inn, guests headed over to cocktail hour while we took photos on the grounds of the Inn at St. Johns where their cute dog made an appearance to get some kisses from the bride & groom. Jenn’s bridesmaids were dressed in stunning black satin strapless bridesmaids dresses and the groomsmen wore classic black tuxedos. I just loved the way the pink and white peony filled bouquets popped off of the black and tied everything together, from the invitation suite to the reception decor.
Jenn’s vision of her wedding reception absolutely transformed the atrium at the Inn at St. John’s into a floral-filled garden party oasis that gave her & Howard’s wedding reception the most romantic ambience. Florals garlands hung from the classic city street lampposts and bistro lights strung overhead provided such a beautiful glow once the sun set. The tables were draped with the most beautiful ivory, pink and gold floral embroidered tablecloths and gorgeous floral arrangements by Floral Designs by Lori served as the stunning centerpieces.
Jenn & Howard, you had such a magical, love filled wedding day and I’m so honored that I was able to be a part of it. I’m so excited for you to see all of the photographs and relive your day for many years to come. I hope you love and cherish these memories always! Much love, Jen. xx
