a beautiful & intimate lakeside ceremony

“…all the colors bring the beauty out in you.”

– rebelution

Brie & Mike tied the knot during a private ceremony on their family’s lakeside property in Saratoga, NY, and let me tell you – these two are perfection! Not only is their chemistry off the charts, their sense of adventure knows no bounds (see: carousel rides, tulip romps, and photos IN the lake!). Ryan and I were so incredibly honored to witness their love for each other firsthand. In fact, the ordained Ryan even married them!

One month after their intimate nuptials, the couple invited all of their friends, family, and loved ones to a wonderfully fun reception at Branches in West Long Branch. Toasts were made, dances were danced, and I photographed more airborne guests than I have ever witnessed (it was THAT great of a party)!

the preparations

brie + mike

the ceremony

the reception

perfect photo finish, m+b.

the vendors

Saratoga springs:

venue: private lake house + congress park /// photography: opal & jaye photography /// officiant: opal & jaye photography’s ryan eckert /// hair: jennifer marshall /// makeup: carina scott /// dress: melissa sweet /// cake: kate’s kakes

new jersey:

venue: branches west long branch /// photography: opal & jaye photography /// florals: garden state flowers /// hair & makeup: nj glam /// bridesmaids’ dress: david’s bridal /// dj: enchanted celebrations /// cake: chocolate carousel /// invitations & calligraphy: spark wander shop

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