A Spring Wedding at The Palace – Melissa & Nick

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A Refreshing Spring Wedding at The Palace

Melissa and Nick met for the first time just over six years ago, working together at CVS in Summit, NJ. After multiple transfers from store to store, it was fate that brought these two lovebirds together. In the short time they worked together, they quickly became friends, looking forward to working the same shifts and eating together during their breaks. Nick finally mustered the courage to ask Melissa out on a date and she obliged. They went to The Cheesecake Factory, which still happens to be their favorite place to this day.

 

The Proposal

Fast forward to March 30, 2017. Newark Airport. They are waiting for a plane to take them to their first true vacation together to the happiest place on Earth, Disney World. Nick was all nerves, he hadn’t ever flown on an airplane before. Little did Melissa know, Nick had an engagement ring stashed in his carry-on bag.

After a long day in the Florida heat, the couple prepared for dinner. Nick transferred the ring into his pocket in preparation for the proposal and immediately after giving himself an internal pep talk, Melissa mentions how swollen her fingers were from the Florida heat and humidity. Panic intensified.

During dinner, Nick popped the question under some palm trees at the resort’s waterfall, pulled out the ring, and Melissa was completely surprised yet still managed to scream a resounding “YES!”

Here are some favorites from their beautiful spring wedding at The Palace.

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Wedding Heels and Dress

By my estimates, there were approximately 10 billion beads on this beautifully elaborate veil.

Wedding Veil Details

Groom and Groomsman Getting Ready

Groom Before Wedding

Groom and Groomsman Getting Ready

Nick had this custom book made for Melissa filled with caricatures and stories of their relationship. I love seeing the extra steps couples take to make their wedding day even more special.

Bride Receives Gift from Groom Before Wedding

A tearful first look with dad.

Father's First Look at Bride

A candle was placed to honor the groom’s father, a very touching way to remember those we’ve lost.

Memorial Candle for Groom's Late Father

Parents Walking Bride Into Church

Parents Walking Bride Down Aisle

Groom's First Look At Bride

Bride and Groom at Altar

Bride and Groom Listening to Priest

The ceremony was really beautiful, but some decided it was a good opportunity to get in some beauty rest before the party began.

Bride and Groom Holding Hands and Child Sleeping

Bride and Groom Smiling at Ceremony

Priest Performing Wedding Ceremony

Bride and Groom First Kiss

Bride and Groom Walking Down Aisle After Ceremony

Poppin’ champagne on route to the venue.

Bride and Groom Popping Champagne Before Reception

Melissa & Nick in their spot in the pews.

Bride and Groom Sitting In a Church Pew and Standing Outside in Nature

Bride and Groom Hold Hands Outside Church

A Refreshing Spring Wedding at The Palace

The guys reppin’ their wide array of team socks.

Groom and Groomsmen Showing Their Football Team Socks

Groom and Groomsmen

“Would you get a look at that ring?!”

Groom and Groomsmen Looking at Ring

Beautiful Bride and Her Bridesmaids A Refreshing Spring Wedding at The Palace

Black and White Wedding Party

Wedding Party

Bride and her Bouquet

A Refreshing Spring Wedding at The Palace

A Refreshing Spring Wedding at The Palace

Bride and Groom Outside of Church in Black and White and Outside of Reception Hall

Bride and Groom's Wedding Rings

This job isn’t always sunshine and rainbows… but some days it actually IS!

Bride and Groom Sitting Outside with Rainbow in Sky A Refreshing Spring Wedding at The Palace

A Refreshing Spring Wedding at The Palace

Wedding Cake and Wedding Reception Venue

I love seeing what clients do with their engagement photos! Incorporating them into the wedding is always a hit!

Wedding Sign In Poster

“Groomsman” may not be accurate, but does it really matter when you’re having this much fun?

Best Man and Maid of Honor Walking Into Venue

Bride and Groom First Dance A Refreshing Spring Wedding at The Palace

Touching moments during the Father / Daughter dance.

Father Daughter Dance as Mother and Bridesmaids Look On

Groom and His Mother Dancing

Guests Dancing at Wedding Reception

Bride and Her Mother Dancing

Bride Dancing With Wedding Party

Best Man Gives Toast

Sister. Maid of Honor. Knows all the dirt.

Maid of Honor Giving Toast with Bride and Groom Looking On Laughing

Bride and Groom with Full Moon in Background

A spring wedding at The Palace wouldn’t be complete without a fire shot.

Bride and Groom Sitting In Front of a Fire

Wedding Party Dancing at Reception

Wedding Guest Dancing

Me: I’ll never take photos of you eating.
Also Me:

Bride and Groom Enjoying Spread of Food

Bride and Groom Sharing Cake

When Nick went to take Melissa’s garter, they surprised their guests when he started pulling fake rubber chickens out instead!

Bride and Groom Pull Garter Tossing Prank on Guests

Women Get Together for Bouquet Toss

Don’t mess with a bunch of bridesmaids going for the bouquet.

Bridesmaid Catches the Bouquet

Another twist to the garter toss – throw it wrapped around a football!

Men Try Catching the Garter Around a Football

Bride and Groom Next to Cooking Flame

Bride and Groom Kiss at Reception

Vendors

Venue // The Palace at Somerset 

Jeweler // Robert Anthony Jewelers

Dress // Park Avenue Bridals 

Tux // Cozy Formal Wear

DJ // Mazz Entertainment

Officiant // Father George

Hair // Nicola Hair and Makeup

Makeup // Alberta and Cassidy

Florist // Flowerful Events

Video // 5801 Wedding Cinema

Planner // Glass Slipper Weddings and Events

Invitations // Little Black Dress Paperie

Transportation // Santos VIP

 

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May 28, 2019

hugs,

Jenna

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