Winter Jewel Toned Wedding Inspiration | Purple, Gold, Green and Raspberry Wedding | Wedding Colors
A winter wedding editorial shoot at The Lace Factory in Deep River, Connecticut in November. Inspired by lush purples and glitzy golds modeled by two real couples full of love and laughs.
It was a warm summer Saturday in July, with dangerous thunderstorms predicted across most of Connecticut. It had already rained a little on our way to Glastonbury, and everyone was a little worried storms would ruin the gorgeous outdoor set up in front of the gazebo. But just before the ceremony was about to start, the chairs were dried and the clouds loomed further away. As much as I love a good first look, Christian’s reaction to Abba walking down the aisle and seeing her for the first time in her wedding gown was just PRICELESS! What love was in the air!
Right after the touching ceremony, clouds coming in hot, we got right through requested family formals and breezed through some fun couples portraits. As soon as we got them inside and started setting up for the grand entrance and dancing, the skies lit up and rain poured down for hours through the giant floor to ceiling windows of the reception room. What a show, and what luck it held off for all of the outdoors celebrations!
Congratulations Abba and Christian! I wish you a lifetime of happiness (and whisky shots)!
They basically got each other the SAME wedding gift!
Photography: Alicia Ann Photographie
Second Shooter: Maureen Russell Photography
Venue: Glastonbury Hills Country Club
Invitations: Shutterfly, Minted (Kelly Schmidt)
Bridesmaid’s Attire: Lulus
Groomsmen’s Attire: Men's Wearhouse
Bridal Gown: Casablanca (designer) Mariella Creations (boutique)
Jeweler: Kay Jewelers/Hannoush (Bride) Patrick Adair Designs (Groom)
Hair: Cheri at Hair Unlimited
Officiant: Patricia Heizman
Florist: Elise Floral
Cake: Creative Cakes by Donna
On the shores of Roseland Lake in Woodstock, Connecticut on the perfect Fall day, with a reception in an adorable barn decked with sunflowers and the most amazing barbecue I have ever tasted, Amber and Donald said I do! As a New England girl, I’m a total fan of barn weddings and country music. Fall is my favorite season and when the leaves start changing I’m ready to go hiking and take my yearly trip to New Hampshire.
Amber glowed with excitement in her gorgeous flowing gown, perfect flower crown and rose gold halo custom made ring. After sharing a “faux” first look around the corner of the red barn, seeing the look on Donald’s face as his bride made her way down the aisle on the arms of her parents was priceless. The generations of family and great grandparents there to witness their marriage just made this wedding all the more perfect. Congratulations Amber and Donald, I wish you many more adventures as you share a life of love!
Photographer: Alicia Ann Photographie
Invitations: Vista Print
Bride/ Bridesmaids Attire: Bella’s Bridal
Groom/ Groomsmen Attire: Bonardi’s Formal Worcester
Venue: Roseland Park
Jeweler: Santisi & Bove
Hair Stylist: Joy Kochinsksas Essential Hair Design
Makeup Artist: Phoenix Argyriadis
Officiant: Lisa Roberts-Sangillo
Florist: Ladybug Florist
Catering: Mack’s Catering
Cake: Frosting and Lace
DJ: Tony Caramello
Early in October, as the leaves were just starting to change and the air was just starting to turn crisp, I met Christine and Jeff and their adorable dog Jet at a private farm in their town just minutes down the street from their home. They had driven by the farm many times, and thought it would be a perfect setting to take their engagement photos. We all made friends with the owner, who so kindly welcomed us onto his property, and told us all the best places to explore and had one of the most beautiful golden sunsets. Jet was the perfect model! Tagging along and sniffing everything out, he perfectly posed for me several times when I asked him “Jet do you want to look at the camera?!” The perfect model, and the perfect Fall session to start off my October!
Alicia Laird Photography is a professional photographer serving in Rhode Island and specializing in weddings and portraits.