Amy and Matt's Hadley Farms Meeting House Wedding

Amy and Matt were married on November 26th, with a ceremony at the Holy Name Church in Springfield, MA, and a reception at the Hadley Farms Meeting House in Hadley, MA.

These two met when they were working at the hospital. Amy had just started, though Matt had been working there for many years, and she first noticed him walking down the hallway one day. On the day of Christmas Eve, they were both working, and Amy requested an introductory meeting. She still swears that she had meetings with all the management, but Matt maintains it was just a good excuse to chat with him! 

They built a friendship over the months, especially because Matt had to walk by her office anytime he came over to the hospital. Their “end of the day” talks just fueled the mutual crush until one day, Matt asked if she was interested in getting a drink. Amy just responded with an awkward comment about the restaurant—not realizing that he was asking her out! She didn’t realize what had happened until that night when she was talking with her best friend, Lindsey. The next morning, she rushed to apologize to Matt and tell him she would love to get a drink—and they spent seven hours that night talking for so long that they both forgot to actually have dinner!

Then, in 2015, the two of them were packing up for a trip to California for almost two weeks. Amy was feeling stressed about it, so Matt suggested they take a break to Stanley Park for a walk and a picnic with their dog, Frannie. That spot was especially important to them because they had gone there the previous year for Matt’s birthday and had the best picnic date of their lives. They ended up putting their blanket down in that same spot again—and that was where Matt proposed!

On the day of the wedding, both Amy and Matt were a little nervous about doing a first look. They are both traditional and wanted the traditional Catholic Mass, but when they saw each other for the first time, it was clear they grounded each other—both of them said later that it was a moment they would never forget.

Amy looked absolutely stunning in her dress from Pearl. She had been nervous about dress shopping, but the people there made her experience so much easier, and she looked confident and gorgeous in the dress she chose. By the time she walked down the aisle to Matt and they said their vows, it was clear that the only thing that mattered to them was the promises they were making to each other.

Then it was off to the reception—which was filled with little details and nods to family and friends. Matt made the little wooden centerpiece boxes so that people could “feel them” at the wedding, and both of their mothers poured so much love and work into the whole day! 

The two of them shared a first dance to a song performed by Shawn Santanello. The room was silent except for Shawn, and you could see the world stop for just that moment as they were so swept up in their love for each other.

Matt & Amy, thank you so much for allowing me to be part of your day! You two have such life and love for each other, and I know you’ll be happy together!

Vendors

Event Coordinator: Events by Jackie M
Second Shooter: Ian Pouliot
DJ: Shawn Santanello of Viren Entertainment
Hair: The Mane Event (Hamden MA)
Makeup: Ochoa Salon & Spa
Cake: Cerrato's Pastry Shop
Dress: Pearl Bridal Boutique
Jewelry: Springfield Jewelry & Diamond Exchange
Flowers: I do flowers
Photo Booth: Viren Entertainment
Transportation: Michael's Limousine & Transportation Service
Menswear: Shack's Clothes

Michele and Alyssa's Wedding at the Red Barn at Hampshire College

Michele and Alyssa were married on November 05, 2016 with their ceremony and reception at the Red Barn at Hampshire College in Amherst, MA.

Michele's brother was Alyssa's best friend in college and from there it was a match made in heaven. When planning the proposal, Alyssa created a dog collar for Michele's dog, Tigger. After a romantic walk, Tigger helped pop the question!

Michele and her mom had been out shopping for a wedding dress quite a bit. While Michele desperately wanted to be done shopping for a dress and was ready to settle, they found Modern Bride and Formal Shop. When Michele put on her dress she immediately wanted to take it off because she knew if she left it on a second longer she would burst into tears all over the dress. It was very clear she wasn't settling for a dress but had truly found the perfect one. The proof is in the pictures. She looks absolutely stunning in every one.

Michele and Alyssa chose to do a first look before the ceremony because they knew it would help ease their nerves. They both appreciated that time together without any distractions. We made sure that they had our time to quietly speak their personal vows to each other and take a moment to simply be themselves.

Their first dance as a married couple was to Zac Brown Band’s “Whatever It Is” and the couple was all smiles. Their love lit up the room. The wedding was such a fun and exciting day. Michele and Alyssa said that there were so many moments when they would pause and know that they were surrounded by love and pure happiness.

They also had some advice to share:

“Our advice to other couples about photography is to hire Four Wings Photography! Ryan and Ian made our day so enjoyable with their upbeat, down-to-earth personalities. We trusted them with not only taking the perfect pictures but also all advice on what other vendors to work with and how to make the day run smoothly, it was the best choice we could have made. When planning your wedding, relax and know that everything will come together. Just have fun with it!”

We’re so thankful for their endorsement. Michele and Alyssa, it was so much fun to capture your wedding. Thank you for letting us be a part of it and we wish you a lifetime of happiness!

Special thanks to all the outstanding vendors:

Second Shooter: Ian Pouliot 
Hair: Michelle Anne Hair Design
Makeup: Crystal Vazquez & Company
Dress: Modern Bride & Formal Shop
DJ: Lights At Night Entertainment
Cake: Atkins Farms Country Market
Flowers: Dandelions
Caterer: Seth Mias Catering

Nicole and Yvan's Wedding at the Delaney House

Nicole and Yvan were married on August 19th, with a ceremony and reception at the Delaney House in Holyoke, MA.

These two amazing people met at a bar during Nicole’s last week of undergrad, and that was it—they were in love. They became closer and closer not only to each other but to each other’s family, and so Yvan wanted to propose while the whole family was together. If he didn’t want to wait until Thanksgiving, the soonest time the family was getting together was at the family fantasy football draft. Nicole’s family had started getting together for the draft after her grandfather passed as a way to make sure that they got together on a regular basis. So, Yvan popped the question at the draft, and Nicole thinks he charmed the season, because she went on to win the league!

Before the ceremony, Yvan and Nicole had a touching first look. Nicole had already seen him in his suit before the wedding day, but the moment he turned around and saw her for the first time in her dress was simply stunning.

From there, it was off to the ceremony itself, which was officiated by Nicole’s brother. So many of their friends and loved ones had come to celebrate their union, and it was especially touching to see Yvan dancing with his aunt, who represented his mother, since his mom couldn’t make the trip from Togo. 

During the reception, the DJ worked with Nicole and Yvan to incorporate some of the African music that he and his friends always play at parties, and it was a blast to see everyone getting into it!

At the end of the night, Yvan and Nicole danced to one last slow song, “All of Me” by John Legend. By that time, there was a smaller group left, and they all formed a circle around the two of them to sing along and show their love for these two!

Yvon & Nicole, thank you for letting us be part of your wedding day! Congratulations to both of you, and we hope you will continue to live happily ever after!

Vendors

Hair & Makeup: Glow Bridal

Cake Maker: The Delaney House

DJ: Absolute Entertainment (Greg Belisle)

First Dance Song: “Stay With You” by John Legend

Dress Boutique: David's Bridal

Caterer: The Delaney House

Stephanie and Joe's Wedding at the Riverview

Stephanie and Joe were married on October 15th, with a ceremony at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Westfield, MA, and a reception at the Riverview in Simsbury, CT. 

These two met when their mutual friends decided to play matchmaker and set them up. After a few attempts to get together, they went to a concert, and the sparks started to fly. Fast forward to the beach in Michigan at sunset—where Joe proposed on top of the highest dune!

Stephanie and Joe were both nervous before the wedding that they would cry too much early on and look like a mess before they even got through the ceremony. Thankfully, they got most of it out during the first look. They were raw and emotional together, but it also gave them time to stabilize and ground themselves to put a lid on their emotions before they had to go out in front of their guests. 

The whole day was filled with so much fun and love! In the limo ride over to pictures, the wedding party burst into karaoke, and the DJ, James Hall, was fantastic all night. At the very end of the reception, the last song played was Billy Joel’s “Piano Man.” The entire room full of guests gathered on the dance floor to encircle the new couple, holding hands as they sang and then wished them well on their way out. 

Joe & Stephanie, thank you for allowing us to be part of this amazing day for both of you! You have so much love in your lives, and we wish you nothing but the best together!

Vendors:

Caterer: The Riverview

DJ/Band: James Hall Events

Hair: Tangles Hair Salon Westfield

Makeup: Tangles Hair Salon Westfield

Cake: The Riverview

Dress: Bridal Barn

Jewelry: dimend SCAASI Chicago

Flowers: Valerie Vassos 

Menswear: Men's Wearhouse

Invitations: Paper and Pearl Invitations