Jeff & Lauren {Wedding}

“All their life in this world and all their adventures had only been the cover and the title page: now at last they were beginning Chapter One of the Great Story which no one on earth has read: which goes on for ever: in which every chapter is better than the one before.”

― C.S. Lewis, The Last Battle

Jeff & Lauren {Wedding}Jeff & Lauren’s wedding, it is a day we have been looking forward to since we met them on a hot summer day in NYC last year. Not only because it was our first wedding of the season (and we were itching to get back), but mainly because of the kind of couple these two are. From start to finish the day was such a testament of their sweet love.

The day began with prep photos at Upper Montclair Country Club, where a calm and collected Lauren was receiving finish touches on her hair; a beaded hair clip that paired perfectly with her rolling curls and touches of lace in the sleeves of her dress. She effortlessly slipped into her gown, completing the look with sparkling dropped earrings and a simple necklace. A breathtaking embodiment of elegance.

After some bridesmaids photos a classic car awaited to whisk this bride away to the chapel. The groom and his boys wrapped up their prep and headed to the church in a white stretch limo.

At the church, friends and family gathered just in time to watch the radiating bride come down the aisle. And let me tell you, it was breathtaking. Now with an endless veil trailing her, Lauren approached her groom. Jeff was sparkly eyed and had a grin from ear to ear. The ceremony itself was true to form of the couple; simple, sweet and elegant.

I think the one word that I would choose to describe this couple is selfless. They are so concerned with those around them. Even on the most important day of their lives, neither became self absorb. Rather, on the contrary, they were always making sure those around them were taken care of and well. Even asking us if we were enjoying our time! Along those line, they had requested for a photo of all their guests on the church steps. Such a fantastic idea to capture the whole group! A testament to how important their friends and family are to them.

Next on the agenda was the reception. We had no idea the party that awaited. Before the introductions took place, we whisked the couple away (on golf carts none the less), to explore the grounds. A cherry blossom heaven awaited us as Haley, Victoria and myself continued to ooh and ahh at the surroundings.

And then the party…after the salads were taken away and the entrees consumed, the guest were ready to dance and the live band was itching to bring the energy. And the energy they brought…by the end of the night, you could find the saxophone player amongst the crowd and the singers jumping from place to place. It was epic.

We can think of no better way to begin our year and no better couple to have had the pleasure of photographing. THANK-YOU Jeff & Lauren for not only allowing us to be a part of your day but welcoming us with open arms throughout your whole process. It was truly an honor!

– T

VENDORS:
Groom Prep: Renaissance Meadowlands Hotel
Ceremony Venue: Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church
Reception Venue: Upper Montclair Country Club
Wedding Dress: Pronovias
Florist: Laurelwood Designs
Band: Silver Arrow Band
Cake: A Little Cake
Catering: Upper Montclair Country Club
Hair: Rosie Rivera
Makeup: Dona Massa
Additional Vendors: Victor Arozco – Photo Favors

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