Last summer we photographed Alex and Bailey's touching and equally beautiful wedding in Lake Chautauqua, NY. While Lauren was a guest we didnt officially get to meet her. Sometime after, Alex and Bailey had dinner with Lauren and Peter. As the story goes, Alex vehemently insisted to L & P that they must hire us for their wedding. From L & P's perspective we wish we could have seen a video of the scenario because it sounded intense.

We then photographed their engagement session in June of this year and totally had a couple crush on them. They are so SWEET and tons of fun to be around. They even surprised us with cupcakes for Lionel's birthday!

Their wedding day at The Oaks Waterfront Inn was nothing short of perfectly magical. They had the love and support of some of the most amazing group we've ever seen. There were so many feel good moments it was hard choosing what to show here. One of the most memorable moments of the day for us was directly after the ceremony where they quietly celebrated with an emotional "We did it" and exchange of some sweet kisses. We both remember crying behind the camera ourselves.

They did manage to pull off one of the wildest receptions that left us exhausted afterwards, though we wouldn't have it any other way.

Please enjoy some of the days favorites below.

Thanks to the following team to making it a success:
Venue/Caterer: The Oaks Waterfront Inn
Brides Gown: Maggie Sottero
DJ: Jordan of EventProDJ
Hair: Kimi Harbaugh
Makeup: Meghan Whalen
Florist: Monteray Farms
Cake/Desserts: Bay Country Bakery
Rehearsal Dinner: Tidewater Inn
Strings: Chesapeake Strings
Stationary: M. Hopple & Co.
Rings: Cornell's Jewelers

You may remember Stephanie and Scott from the ever so cold, but equally romantic engagement session in Georgetown. Their wedding was held at the W Hotel in downtown DC on a perfect September day. They planned their day to maximize portrait and party time and it couldnt have gone any smoother - proof below. Aside from these two being perfect, relaxed and such a fun couple to work with, they had such a warm family and friends that knew how to party. Stephanie is also a cookie baking master! Shes introduced us to two different cookies this year that have changed the way we think about cookies. Yes they are that good! On another note if any of you newly engaged couples are thinking of using the W Hotel for your wedding, do it! Its a gorgeous venue with amazing service, food and perfect for receptions and after parties.

XOXO to Stephanie and Scott!

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