I have been waiting to blog this wedding! The new Mr. and Mrs. Fischer are just fabulous together and I'm so happy to have shared in their memories for their NYC engagement photography session and of course their upstate New York wedding photography extravaganza in Millbrook, NY! From beginning until the end the wedding was amazing. I first met Christine and Adam when we shot their engagement photos at the beautiful Conservatory Garden in Central Park. Their story as well as their great personalities and photogenic selves were just an editor's dream that they were also published on Engagement 101's online magazine, YourEngagement101.com. Christine and Adam did such a great job incorporating their personalities into their special day. From all the DIY signs (and there were man!), the vintage floral succulents settings on the table, and from the stars wrapped overhead underneath the tent that held their reception, to their adorable cake with a laser cut likeness of their image, it was all a sight to behold. Definitely a wedding photographer's dream come true! I had the pleasure of working with a fun bride and groom where their top photo must-haves include jumping on a trampoline in their wedding dress and suit, and willing to stand still (forever if they had to) to get the sparkler photos they wanted. The day began in Junto farms a few miles from Charlotte's Restaurant in Milbrook, NY. The grounds were perfect for them since the gorgeous architecture and beautiful scenery were perfect backdrops for this highly fashion-forward bride and groom. Christine's Yoshi Yamamoto's dress was finished with a bird cage veil that showed off her beautiful neckline and Jimmy Choo shoes to die for, and Adam was just dashing in a brown Ted Baker suit, which he finished with a green themed bow-tie that matched the bridesmaid's gorgeous mint green convertible wrap dresses created by Coralie Beaux.After a beautiful first look underneath a canopy of trees, we were off to the gardens for some bridal party portraits, and of course for the bride and groom to jump on the infamous trampoline. After a few laughs, the wedding party traveled the few miles to Charlotte's Restaurant for their outdoor wedding. The wedding and cocktail areas were just picture perfect. It was a beautiful day and the aisle was decorated in pots or mason jars filled with flowers by Lavender & Leaf Designs.
During the reception, the bride and groom opted to lock a bottle of wine in a gorgeous wooden case with their initials engraved, as opposed to a sand ceremony or candle ceremony. Such a unique idea to look forward to opening on their anniversary! With their written vows, Christine and Adam kissed as man and wife and their journey began with their closest family and friends as witnesses.
The reception area was as spectacular with the vintage feel of the floral arrangements in addition to the signs created by the bride and groom and their entourage. One of the greatest DIY unique ideas I have seen is of Christine and Adam using Mason Jars as escort "cards" and the guest's name and table number were written on the jars. The jars were also favors and Christine and Adam had a vintage sign stating "Find Your Seat & Save Some Treat!" telling guests they should fill their jars with as much candy as they want from the candy bar to take home as favors. We got jars too! Thanks Mr. and Mrs. Fischer!!! We definitely took some lollipops and M&Ms...but I think Matthew filled his jar with just M&Ms :-). He's been eyeing my jar and once in awhile I have to bat him off the goodies!
With the top of the tent filled with strung stars and lights, the reception just illuminated as if we were underneath the stars. The romantic feel, the fun dancing, in which a little flower girl stole the dance floor, and family and friends just enjoying a beautiful evening just made the end of the first day of the bride and grooms journey memorable.
We ended the night with lighting some sparklers...LOVE was the theme and love was definitely everywhere.
Thank you Christine and Adam for trusting in this New York wedding photographer to capture your fun-filled wedding and all the memories and details. We wish you many blessings and to have more new beginnings and adventures.
Here are a few teasers from their wedding!
Photographer: Angelica Criscuolo Photography | www.angelicacriscuolophotography.com | info@angelicacriscuolophotography.com | 646.662.6567
Venue for Ceremony & Reception Location: Charlotte's Restaurant | (845) 677-5888
Wedding Coordinator: AART Event Planning | Aelicia & Rachel | 201-873-4921 or 201-315-8747 | info@aarteventplanning.com
Videographer: Frank Ayala Films | 201-893-5480
Florists: Lavender & Leaf Designs | Sara 845-656-9129 | sara@lavenderandleaf.com
Cake: Beascakes Bakery & Breads | Julie Dickens 914-273-3612 | Jdickens514@hotmail.com
DJ: www.74events.com | Rob Kelley robkelley@gmail.com | 212-300-6745
Makeup Artist: Tiffany Bartok tiffanybartok@gmail.com
Hair Artist: Kemy ayakem25@yahoo.com
Wedding Gown: The Bridal Garden | Designer: Yoshi Yamamoto
Groom's Suit: Ted Baker
Bridesmaid Dresses: Coralie Beatrix Etsy Shop
Groomsmen Suits: Jos A Bank
Linens and rentals: Durants Party Rentals | Barbara Lombardozzi 845-298-0011 | barbara@durantsparty.com
Photographer: Angelica Criscuolo Photography | www.angelicacriscuolophotography.com | info@angelicacriscuolophotography.com | 646.662.6567
Venue for Ceremony & Reception Location: Charlotte's Restaurant | (845) 677-5888
Wedding Coordinator: AART Event Planning | Aelicia & Rachel | 201-873-4921 or 201-315-8747 | info@aarteventplanning.com
Videographer: Frank Ayala Films | 201-893-5480
Florists: Lavender & Leaf Designs | Sara 845-656-9129 | sara@lavenderandleaf.com
Cake: Beascakes Bakery & Breads | Julie Dickens 914-273-3612 | Jdickens514@hotmail.com
DJ: www.74events.com | Rob Kelley robkelley@gmail.com | 212-300-6745
Makeup Artist: Tiffany Bartok tiffanybartok@gmail.com
Hair Artist: Kemy ayakem25@yahoo.com
Wedding Gown: The Bridal Garden | Designer: Yoshi Yamamoto
Groom's Suit: Ted Baker
Bridesmaid Dresses: Coralie Beatrix Etsy Shop
Groomsmen Suits: Jos A Bank
Linens and rentals: Durants Party Rentals | Barbara Lombardozzi 845-298-0011 | barbara@durantsparty.com
About the Photographer: Angelica Criscuolo is an international wedding photographer that also shoots boudoir, portraits and events and provides photo booth services and rental. She has photographed couples in Hawaii, Boston, Florida, California, Philippines, Canada, Barbados and other destination caribbean islands. Angelica continues to be published in many publications including The New York Times, The New York Daily News – Down The Aisle, Staten Island Live news, Engagement 101 Magazine, Merci New York, Lela New York Weddings, Pretty Pear Bride, The Urban Style NY, Un-Jersey Bride, Engaged Wedding Blog UK, The Knot, Wedding Wire, Brides.com, The Frosted Petticoat and more! She has recently been awarded The Knot’s Best of Weddings 2013 and The Knot’s Best of Weddings 2014 and have also won the WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award 2014. Angelica specializes in capturing various vital memories and her goal is to provide the best images for all couples and clients using her background in broadcast journalism and editorial technique. She utilizes natural lighting as well as off-camera lighting to ensure her clients receive beautiful photos from a Style Me Pretty type of natural look to an editorial/dramatic magazine worthy look. Angelica is also a proud member of Professional Photographer of America (PPA) and Wedding & Portrait Photographers International (WPPI). On top of capturing weddings, she also provides photo booth option for her clients called the InstaMemory Booth, which is always a hit at any event! She is married to her husband Matthew and they live in Sunnyside Queens, NYC. Angelica would love to hear from you so send an inquiry to book your wedding and engagement sessions at info@angelicacriscuolophotography.com
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