04/09/2026
If I was planning my own wedding again, these are the things I loved and would keep the same.
1. Married my husband. He's the best!! I am grateful that he is my best friend, greatest business supporter, and amazing father to our kids. I don't believe in soul mates, but I believe if you choose the right person for you at the right time in your life, they become your person. You have to continue to choose each other, grow together, grow independently, and never give up.
2. Let my girls pick their dresses in a general color scheme. I loved that each bridesmaid found something they personally loved and felt good in.
3. Customized our wedding ceremony.
4. Chose signature drinks that were our go-tos. Guests loved them! Peach margaritas and mojitos.
5. Had lawn games for cocktail hour. They were a big hit and we still use the same boards whenever we host cookouts.
6. Picked a first dance song that we liked, not because it was popular or common.
7. Hand-picked our menu to foods we actually liked. Yes, we had Brussel sprouts at our wedding reception. And no, I didn't worry if other people liked them.
8. Kept our guest list as small as possible. We were just under 100 guests and I don't regret it one bit!
9. Last, but not least, we drove our own 1969 Chevy C10 truck as the ceremony "getaway vehicle" and my husband decided to put on a show with a gnarly burnout. He could not have been more himself in this moment!
All of this to say—there are so many thoughtful ways to weave your style, personalities, and relationship into the details of your day. I’m an advocate for choosing what truly feels right to you, so your wedding reflects what you love and becomes something you’ll cherish reliving again and again.
Designer: VOW Weddings & Events
Photography: Francis Boucher
Venue: Private Residence
Floral: Whitemoss & Twigs
Catering: Gourmet Caterers Boston
Beer & Wine: Gordons Fine Wines
Cake: Just Desserts
Rentals: Party Rental Ltd. and BBJ Latavola
Printed Goods: Bride
Luxury Restroom Trailer: C&S Portable Restrooms in Newport
Music: Maggs Entertainment