There’s something about the simplicity of this wedding that makes it oh-so-romantic. It could certainly be the rich purple color scheme, the bride’s stunning Casablanca gown, or even the magnificent celebration at The Brownstone. For us, it’s the love these two share that makes our hearts skip a beat. (Not to mention the florals include beautiful ivory garden roses, which happen to be our second favorite flower type.) Get ready to swoon over these gorgeous photographs captured by KSS Photography as Christie and Jacob’s love story unfolds.
Upon meeting Kiamarie of KSS Photography, she expressed her love for photography and the importance of getting to know her brides and working closely with each couple. We enjoyed working with Kiamarie and Dan throughout our entire wedding day. They were patient with our large wedding party and even larger families. Our favorite tree is the weeping willow and Kiamarie and Dan were sure to include this in our pictures.
The Proposal: Jake proposed on Saturday, September 29, 2012 at the Cabana Club restaurant in Long Branch NJ. I was eating lunch with my mom and he called to order “mozzarella and corozza” and as soon as he showed up he was smiling ear to ear. He asked me right there in the restaurant (which happened to be empty!) and my first reaction was, “Is this real?!” Then of course I said yes! I knew he was the one I wanted to spend my life with after he brought a date to a Labor Day party in 2010; I called him with a “fake computer problem” the next day to make him realize I was into him.
Bride’s favorite memory of the day: Our first dance, it was as if everything in my life led up to this perfect moment with my better half.
Groom’s favorite memory of the day: Seeing the church doors open and watching my wife walk down the aisle.
Advice for engaged couples who are planning their wedding: Relax and enjoy the planning!! Make time to plan with family and friends and don’t be afraid to delegate jobs.
Ceremony Location: Our Lady of Mount Carmel / Celebrant: Father Orlandi / Reception Location: The Brownstone / Photographer: KSS Photography / Entertainment: Mystical Entertainment / Florist: Bouquetry-Floral Poetry / Limousine Service: Town Limousine Service / Cake Designer: The Brownstone / Wedding Gown Designer: Casablanca / Shoes: Badgley Mischka / Formal Attire: Men’s Wearhouse / Invitations: Handmade by Groom’s Aunt / Favors: Homemade Flavored Olive Oil / Hair Stylists: Lindsay Jacobs & Sarah Gardner / Makeup Studio: Christine Hansen / Jeweler: John Sofia / Honeymoon Location: Paradisus La Perla
