Mariah’s After Glow

March 04, 2010

Describe your wedding day in one word.

Dreamy

What was your favorite moment of the day?

Laying on the bed with Jason while Deanna was taking our pictures… the thrill and rush of the day ceased for those moments and everything melted away and there we were… husband and wife ... exhausted and happy and .... full. 

Favorite wedding photo?

I would have to say the one we had blown up for a our portrait. It seems so timeless .. .elegant ... like we were transposed to another place and time.... which really was the feeling all day .... other than that I really liked the one of everyone at the tables from above ... and...the ones I have never seen.... lol ; ) ...maybe one day....

Any advice for future brides?

Keep it intimate.

Interested in seeing more of Mariah’s wedding at the Salvatore’s Italian Gardens Restaurant in Depew, NY? Click here to view their wedding slideshow!

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Kristen’s After Glow

January 11, 2010

Describe your wedding day in one word.

Fabulous!

What was your favorite moment of the day?

The brief moment after the ceremony when I got a private moment to kiss my new husband for the first time. Also, getting to be first through the buffet line as the “bride” privilege.

Favorite wedding photo?

I liked the close-up shots of our sneakers...the cake smashing series...the ones of me on the steps with my gown flowing out behind me...and the ones of my husband and I kissing. I used to like the one at the ceremony of my husband with a big grin on his face, but I now know that’s not from the excitement of seeing me walk down the aisle, but his amusement at watching me trip up the stairs. Dee took so many amazing pictures, and made me look so good, that it’s really hard to pick just one.

Any advice for future brides?

Keep the traditional parts you like and toss the rest. Don’t let anyone else direct you on what to do with your BIG day. Also, have a photo booth at your reception! The guests dig it, and you get lots of funny pictures.

Interested in seeing more of Kristen’s wedding at the Beaver Meadow Audubon Center in Java, NY? Click here to view their wedding slideshow!

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Danielle’s After Glow

December 04, 2009

These answers crack me up, especially the last one. What bride doesn’t feel the same way after their wedding? Thanks Danielle!

Describe your wedding day in one word.

Fast

What was your favorite moment of the day?

When the officiant went to pronounce us as Mr. and Mrs. and he didn’t know our last name and we whispered it to him.

Favorite wedding photo?

My favorite photo is one when we are standing on the porch and we are looking at each other and my hands are in my pockets!

Any advice for future brides?

Elope

Interested in seeing more of Danielle’s wedding at the Benn Conger Inn in Groton, NY? Click here to view their wedding slideshow!

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Danielle’s After Glow

November 17, 2009

It’s the first After Glow starring Danielle! I thought it would be lovely to get the bride’s perspective of her day AFTER the wedding, so I asked Danielle a few questions and she so graciously answered with wonderful responses. Look for more to come!

Describe your wedding day in one word.

Exhilarating

What was your favorite moment of the day?

My favorite moment is kind of cliche, it was walking down the aisle. That moment was the culmination of a lot of love, tears, joy, and a new beginning.

Favorite wedding photo?

I have two favorite photos. Oddly, my groom isn’t in either LOL.

The picture of me and my grandfather exiting the mansion photographed from the rear and the sepia colored photo of me applying lip gloss. In all the photography was stunning, and I really don’t have a photo that I am disappointed in. Which is amazing given the amount of shots.

Any advice for future brides?

I suggest hiring a day of planner. Especially if you have a large family. While planning myself helped me to realize the picture I wanted to portray on my wedding day, the weeks and moments leading up to the wedding were hectic. This is why I suggest getting the best of both worlds. Do the picking of items yourself and hire someone to coordinate the small details. Another small tip, is to use the internet a lot. It saved me a load of cash and helped me choose the best vendors via comparison shopping without leaving my home.

Interested in seeing more of Danielle’s wedding at the Butler Mansion in Buffalo, NY? Click here to view their wedding slideshow!

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