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Danielle + Alex, The Estate on Second

January 15, 2019

The sun was just setting on Danielle and Alex’s special day illuminating The Estate on Second in a golden glow. Personalized wooden signs and agate place cards added to the already warm, inviting space. The exposed brick walls made for a beautiful backdrop to exchange I dos.

Before things could be sealed with a kiss, unforgettable memories were made in The Attic where Danielle and Alex exchanged first looks.

Bride and groom facing one another in window light
Bride holding a warm-colored bouquet
Attendant adjusting the bride's wedding dress
Wedding gown hanging beside a brick wall
Candle and flowers beside a draped ceremony backdrop
Reception place setting with a rust-colored napkin
Ceremony chairs beneath chandeliers and soft drapery
Newlyweds seated in chairs with personalized signs
Bridal bouquet resting on a wooden floor
Sweetheart table beneath a draped floral backdrop
Wedding seating cards on a decorated display
Long reception tables beneath a chandelier
Wooden wedding welcome sign with flowers

Danielle’s vintage beauty of a dress was accompanied by blush toned bridesmaid dresses to match the peachy pink florals that were bundled together in her bouquet.  

Bride and bridesmaids posing on a rooftop
Close view of a bouquet tied with pink ribbons
Newlyweds standing against a whitewashed brick wall
Bride and groom kissing on an outdoor staircase
Groom walking with attendants on a city street
Groom smiling in a black tuxedo
Bride posing with bridesmaids beneath a city building
Newlyweds crossing a city street hand in hand
Bride standing beside a hedge with her veil flowing

Our bruschetta station was the spotlight of cocktail hour serving up coarsely chopped tomato pomodoro, olive tapenade, sautéed mushrooms,caramelized onions, sundried tomato cream cheese, gorgonzola crumbles and a delectable balsamic reduction.

Mouth-watering food stations were made available for dinner. The guests could choose from kalua pork sliders with apple slaw and brisket and beef sliders with crème fraiche and crunchy onions on mini brioche rolls, carnitas and chicken street tacos with handmade tortillas, or creamy pesto tortellini and penne alla checca pastas. Are you hungry yet?

Cook preparing small tortillas on a griddle
Plated dinners arranged on a reception table

A glimmering sparkler send-off concluded the night.

Newlyweds kissing during a sparkler exit
Groom carrying the bride through guests holding sparklers

A big thank you to all the vendors who made Danielle and Alex’s day possible and a special shout out to Nadine, our very own event specialist, for helping the newlyweds every step of the way!

Venue: The Estate on Second // Catering & Bar: Jay's Catering // Photography: This Wild Romance // Planning & Styling: Stephy's Bride Guide // Videography: Emma Lynn Cinema // Florist: Friend Flower Co. // MUA: Vivian Tran Artistry // DJ: The People's DJ // Signage & Decor: Danielle (the bride!)

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