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The Sweetest Thing // Gianna + Alec
Gianna's was our second of three family weddings this year! Her beautiful wedding, as she married her love, Alec, took place here in New Jersey on a warm and sunny summer day. It really was a perfect day from start to finish and we were overjoyed to be both attending as honored guests and creating their wedding films for them.
Everyone in the wedding party got ready for the day at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Mt. Laurel, New Jersey. Alec and his groomsmen wore fantastic formal, black tuxedos for the event (later, Alec would change into a summery white jacket). They all looked so very handsome!
This was a black and white themed wedding, and Gianna's bridal party all wore glamorous, long black gowns. We loved all the dramatic poses they struck later on during one of the group photo sessions and those white parasols they held for photos were sensational.
Always beautiful Gianna was exceptionally so on her wedding day! And her Randy Fenoli bridal gown was amazing! It was a strapless dress with a sweetheart neckline and a gorgeous ball gown silhouette. She looked just like a royal princess on her special day. And her modern, white Calla Lily bouquet from Bella Blooms was just stunning. Once Gianna was dressed, had her makeup perfected and was all ready for her day, she had a sweet first look with her father. Alec would have to wait to see Gianna until that walk down the aisle!
Gianna and Alec then separately traveled to the church for their marriage ceremony. The traditional ceremony was held at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Mt. Holly, where the couple exchanged vows and rings, said their 'I do's' and made it official.
Back in Mt. Laurel, the couple and their party had photos taken at their stylish venue, Ramblewood Country Club, by Ant Raguso Photography. Because we were blessed with such a gorgeous summer day, many of the photo sessions were held outside on the lush green lawn.
Gianna and Alec's reception kicked off at Ramblewood Country Club with the party's formal introductions and Gianna and Alec's beautiful first dance. They were so full of happiness, and looked like they were dancing on a cloud! Sentimental parent dances were next, followed by the evening's toasts. Gianna's father gave a beautiful welcome speech, and in his sage advice to the couple shared that "marriage is about choosing each other each and every single day." Gianna's two maids of honor, her sisters, and Alec's best men also gave heartwarming toasts to the couple before the blessing was given.
Additional professional photos were taken inside and outdoors during the quiet beauty of the sunset. And the outdoor photo shoot genuinely was such a romantic moment for the newlyweds. It's always wonderful for the couple to have some semi-private time during their wedding event.
And with the sun sent to bed, it was time to ramp up the party! Gianna dressed into her party dress and after the delectable cake from Stella Baking Company was cut, she hit the dance floor again with Alec! With A-1 Entertainment playing all the hits, everyone had a blast dancing the night away in celebration of this special day. What a fantastic wedding event planned by Creations by Brenda.
All our love today and always to the newlyweds! We wish Gianna and Alec an endless love and a future filled with success and happiness.
Photographer: Ant Raguso Photography - New York, NY
Wedding Planner: Creations by Brenda - Brenda Rivera - Gainesville, VA
Floral Design: Bella Blooms - Maple Shade, NJ
Hair Stylist: Beauty Room by Tiffany - Tiffany G - Union, NJ
Makeup Artist: Makeup by Cara - Cara Lovello - New York, NY
Wedding Dress: Kleinfeld Bridal -New York, NY - Randy Fenoli
Entertainment: A-1 Entertainment - Corrado Ruscica - Vineland, NJ
Cake: Stella Baking Company - Washington Township, NJ
Officiant: The Very Reverend Andrew Hanyzewski - Mt. Holly, NJ
Ceremony: St. Andrew's Episcopal Church - Mt. Holly, NJ
Reception: Ramblewood Country Club - Mt. Laurel, NJ
Accommodations: DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Mt. Laurel - Mt. Laurel, NJ
