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Matt + Sarah, The Estate on Second

February 18, 2020

Sarah met Matt outside The Estate on Second for their first look. She walked over in her beautiful, white wedding dress and flowing chiffon cape and waited with a smile for Matt to turn around. When he turned around to see his stunning bride you could see the love in both their eyes. Photos were taken to capture the organic moment, then the two walked around the outside of the venue to take more photos before their ceremony started so they would have more time with friends and family during cocktail hour. Back at The Estate, guests were arriving to a decorated Crystal Ballroom. Candles lined the aisle and pampas grass stood tall to frame in the ceremony space. Pretty soon, Matt was at the head of the aisle and Sarah was walking towards him surrounded by friends and family. Sarah and Matt exchanged loving vows and said, “I do” before heading into cocktail hour.

A European & Domestic Cheese Wedge Tray station was set up for hungry guests and servers walked around The Estate tray passing Pomodoro Bruschetta, Ellie’s Parmesan Meatballs, and Lemon Parmesan Artichoke Hearts as hors d’oeuvres. Guests found their way to the bar where they could choose from an assortment of wine and beer or select one of the newlywed’s signature cocktails, an Old Fashioned or Moscow Mule. Before long, everyone was invited back to the Crystal Ballroom to enjoy dinner. Sarah and Matt made their grand entrance and shared their first dance before the buffet opened. Pear & Walnut Salad, Chicken Piccata, Roasted Italian Zucchini, Garlic Parmesan Roasted Mushrooms, and Tortellini with Creamy Pesto was served. After eating their fill, everyone found their way to the dance floor which was only natural for the guests of Matt and Sarah’s wedding. Between splits and spins, Cookies and Milk Shots were set out for dessert as a sweet treat to end the evening.

Dark wedding suit hangs beneath a loft window.
Groom sits on a blue sofa in a paneled room.
Groom waits outdoors as the bride approaches behind him.
Bride faces the groom beneath leafy trees.
Couple lean toward each other beside exposed brick.
Newlyweds kiss beside an ornate iron courtyard gate.
Couple stand together on a brick lined city street.
Couple kiss while holding each other's faces.
Bride holds a loose white floral bouquet.
Newlyweds stand below a red outdoor stairway.
Couple walk across a rooftop terrace beside a pale building.
Bride kisses the groom's cheek beside a stone fountain.
Bride stands against a sunlit pale brick wall.
Close view of newlyweds' formal clothing and shoes.
Bride's shadow stretches across a pale exterior wall.
White floral bouquet tied to an iron window grille.
Historic brick facade beneath bare tree branches.
Empty ceremony aisle beneath crystal chandeliers.
Wedding welcome sign beside an open doorway and dresser.
Black ceremony chairs beneath chandeliers and arched windows.
White wedding welcome sign displayed on an easel.
Floral arrangement with dried grasses in a white vase.
Instant cameras and a glass card box on a dresser.
Bride enters the ballroom beside a formally dressed guest.
Couple stand together during their wedding ceremony.
Newlyweds embrace before a dried grass ceremony backdrop.
Groom kisses the bride's cheek during their ceremony.
Platter of cheese and fruit beside stacked white plates.
Golden appetizers on cocktail picks across a white platter.
String lights stretch across a colorful evening sky.
White reception tables beneath ballroom chandeliers.
Long reception tables flank a floral decorated aisle.
Couple dance beside a golden sweetheart table.
Guests serve food at a reception buffet.
Guest dances low to the floor as wedding guests watch.
Newlyweds dance with guests with their arms raised.

Venue: The Estate on Second // Catering: Jay’s Catering // Planning: Events by the Cea // Photography: Josie Elle Photography // Florist: Blooms by Brooke

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