rachel + matt | a vibrant and bold fall wedding at vignon manor farm

Rachel + Matt bonded over their love of dogs, Pokémon, video games, and all things “nerdy and dorky” – their words, not mine! Relaxed and at ease whenever they’re around each other, their relationship is not only full of joy, laughter and happiness, but vibrant color, fun and lots of tacos.

Their September wedding day at Vignon Manor Farm couldn’t have had better weather, despite the threatening, dramatic clouds. No rain appeared and instead we had a perfect breeze, bright sunlight during the ceremony, fluffy clouds and colors that looked cinematic during their portrait time!

Enjoy these early favorites from this unique 160 acre private estate wedding venue, with an atmosphere that immediately draws you in and feels like home…

Both Rachel and Matt got ready on-site at the Manor House and had their first look right outside. The ceremony took place outside in the courtyard, overlooking rolling hills and endless sky with bistro lights strung above. Cocktail hour was held where the horses stables used to be with the reception in the enormous ballroom and ivory draping creating an elegant entrance to the space.

10 Memorable details and Elements from Rachel + Matt’s vignon manor farm Wedding:

1. Rachel is so stylish and fun without even trying to be. She is just so effortlessly beautiful! She wanted a mermaid-fitted gown but also loved the look of ball gown skirts. A large overskirt that glistened when the light hit it provided her with exactly the look she was going for! She wore it for the ceremony and then removed it for the reception, giving way to the fitted mermaid gown underneath.

2. Rachel’s makeup and hair fit her fun personality so well – as did the beautiful gold-rimmed glasses she wore! She tied the look up with rhinestone-covered Betsy Johnson heels for the ceremony and comfy sneakers to dance the night away at the reception.

3. Matt looked so dapper in his ivory dinner jacket with black lapels. I haven’t seen this vibe in a while, so I was thrilled to see Matt rock this look!

4. The wedding party wore all-black. The groomsmen in black tuxes, and the bridesmaids in black gowns that they selected themselves. Different patterns, textures, fabrics, and each gown was unique to the bridesmaid wearing it. Haley’s black sequined dress was like having Rachel’s own personal sparkling disco ball by her side — the best!!

5. Designed to look like an actual newspaper, Rachel designed their program to include photos of them + their adorable 2 chihuahua #urbanrowpups, as well as the story of how they met, tidbits of info from their relationship, a full vendor list, their bridal party, a crossword (that guests were doing while awaiting the ceremony!) and their menu. It was the perfect way to capture this unique couple’s special day in one place!

6. The florals at their wedding left me speechless! Chantilly Design and Events did a fabulous job curating the perfect end-of-summer/start-of-fall color scheme that popped against the all-black modern vibe of the rest of the wedding decor.

7. These paw-rents couldn’t leave out their #urbanrowpups; chihuahuas Phoebe and Mia were well-represented by acrylic drink stirrers, customized with their faces on them. You know how much I love when people bring their pups into weddings!

8. To bring a special feel to their first dance, they used a cloud machine to make it look as though they were dancing on clouds.

9. When it was time to welcome their guests to the dance floor, they did so with a surprise game of musical chairs for their wedding party. It was a great way to bring all the energy to the dance floor right away!

10. Another unique activity they had for their guests was a caricature artist. In real-time, two very talented artists drew caricatures of their guests. It was so much fun for everyone to watch! They also used their caricature as their guestbook, having everyone sign the mat they will use when they frame the portrait.

Rachel + Matt, you are such a fun and genuine couple! I absolutely loved the way you incorporated all of your quirks and style into your details to make this day completely you. From the newspaper to the drink stirrers, your wedding was as unique as you are, and I was truly honored to be able to capture your special day. The love you have for each other is palpable, and I can’t wait to see the things that you accomplish together now that you’re officially a married couple!

xo,
Naomi

VENDOR TEAM:

venue : vignon manor farm
planning + florals : chantilly design and events
photography: urban row photography
videography : mid 80s media
catering : libs catering
dress: drezden + overskirt, randy fenoli
boutique : betsy robinsons bridal
grooms’ attire: the black tux
shoes: betsey johnson
custom engagement ring: zachary’s jewelry
invitation suite, designed by Rachel: printed, illustrated and produced by Cink Art
dessert : kupcakes & co
dj : event solutions baltimore
hair : brushed beauty llc
makeup : makeup by crista
caricatures : caricatures by rick

jessica + mike | a spring winslow wedding full of color, culture + personality

I formed an incredible bond with Jessica and Mike from our first conversation, not to mention when we met up for their waterfront engagement session at the arches — I witnessed how adorable and passionate they were together. Love radiates from them and you can’t help but feel happy in their presence!! They are just so natural together and an inspirational couple in so many ways.

Needless to say, I’ve been (not-so) patiently and excitedly waiting for their wedding day ever since they first came into my life!

Jessica + Mike got married in Baltimore on Friday, March 17th – St. Patrick’s Day. Even though green is Jess’s favorite color, they chose this date for a different reason. In Vietnamese culture, this date signified good luck. I loved that their wedding day was considered lucky in many different cultures… it was the perfect way to start the rest of their lives!

12 Memorable Moments and details from their upscale and colorful spring winslow Wedding:

1. Jessica + Mike got ready at the Sagamore Pendry in Fells Point. I met Anna of The Otherside Creatives at the Winslow and we drove over to the Pendry together. This gave me a ton of time to really scout the best portrait locations before we started!

2. Their intimate wedding party – two groomsmen and three bridesmaids – kept the morning very relaxed and laid back. The bridesmaids looked stunning in their floor-length emerald green satin dresses and the groomsmen looked dapper in their dark emerald green suits and terracotta ties.

3. Jess was so on top of the details! She provided me with an emerald green velvet fabric and matching ribbons to use for detail photos and a beautiful terracotta ring box that held all three rings. Crimson & Clover also provided us with extra styling blooms that added life, romance and softness to our photos. These little things made a world of difference when capturing the details of their big day!

4. Jessica’s dress was one of the most unique gowns I’ve ever seen. It fit her perfectly! She paired her stunning gown with a veil that was like nothing I’ve ever seen before – a cathedral-length veil with floral petals cascading down to the bottom. The closer you got to the bottom, the more petals appeared. It was really something else!

5. After getting dressed, Jess had an emotional first look with her dad in the atrium of the Pendry. One of my favorite spaces, it’s partly covered and partly open, making it a great outdoor space, regardless of weather! While seeing each other, they both teared up and it was just a beautiful father-daughter moment.

6. After Jessica + Mike’s first look in the courtyard of the Pendry, we took portraits among the greenery and then headed out onto the pool deck since the light rain had stopped. In a surprising turn of events, the pool was uncovered (it usually isn’t at this time in March!). Between the pool, the glass railings, and the breathtaking views of the city skyline and harbor, it was the perfect space to capture more chic, modern and fun portraits of these lovebirds!

7. This wedding had such gorgeous spring flowers everywhere! From Jessica’s super colorful and elegant spring bouquet, to the flowers lining the aisle of the ceremony and at the end of the aisle within a double circular arbor, to the hanging installation over the dance floor at the reception, this lush, floral-filled look added a soft, romantic and textured feel to the edgy, raw industrial space.

8. Jessica + Mike included their friends in their wedding in various ways, including one friend who served as their vocalist and another as the officiant. This allowed their wedding to feel personal, unique and intimate. Even the vows they wrote for each other were incredibly thoughtful, romantic and sweet. There wasn’t a dry eye in the house!

9. The reception decor included multiple lounges complete with jewel-toned emerald green and chartreuse colored velvet couches and a boxwood wall with a neon sign that said “Couldn’t B-More Happy” for guests to take pictures against. In a perfect nook at the venue near the bar, an enormous gold mirror with custom lettering by Lynn C. made it easy for guests to glance at their seating assignments during cocktail hour. It was so fun to see their personalities infused into the space!

10. So that they could see all of their hard work come to life, they chose to have a private room reveal, where they got to see the reception before it was full of guests. We were able to get some really great shots of them on the empty dance floor this way!

11. Each table and placesetting was so modern, colorful, playful, polished and elegant! The table numbers featured beautiful, modern ovals with each number spelled out and laser cut into them, gold flatware, china edged in gold, and chartreuse napkins wrapped under each plate.

12. Jessica + Mike ditched a traditional cake and instead, opted for a late night snack of French fries and donuts, two of their favorite foods. Many guests enjoyed their snack right on the dance floor. Vietnamese iced coffee was also available - so yummy!

Jessica + Mike, you truly are an incredible couple!! It was so much fun working so closely with you to create your exquisite Baltimore industrial wedding… thank you so much for letting me be a part of it! Wishing you both a long and happy future together full of delicious food and late night snacks, snuggles with Waffle and another future furbaby ;) travels all over in your Airstream (take me with you - I’ll bring my camera!) and all the shades of green to bring you the best luck and all the happiness in the world. You truly deserve it all.

I miss you both! Catchup sesh, soon please!!!
xo, Naomi

VENDOR TEAM:

planning + design: The Otherside Creatives
photography: Urban Row Photography
getting ready venue: Sagamore Pendry
ceremony + reception venue: The Winslow
florals: Crimson + Clover
catering: Copper Kitchen
beauty: Brushed Beauty (Hair by Heather, Makeup by Emily)
DJ: Sean of Mixing Maryland
custom seating chart lettering: Lynn Cipollone
invitation/stationery: DIY by bride
lounge furniture and rentals: AFR Furniture Rentals, Select Event Group
tablescape decor: Gala Cloths, The Otherside Rentals
lighting + draping: Event Dynamics
wedding dress designer: Neta Dover (custom alteration of the "Karin" style)
boutique: Love Couture
veil: Kim Alpha Bridal on Etsy
shoes: Marc Fisher
rings: Meritage Jewelers
groom + groomsmen attire: Suitshop
bridesmaids attire: each their own choice
transportation: Ride Thoroughbred

meghan + justin | a colorful wedding at mt. washington mill dye house

Meghan and Justin’s wedding at the Mt. Washington Mill Dye House was colorful, meaningful, intimate and full of unique and memorable moments and details… it was such a joy to see them married in a beautifully historic, industrial space that allowed them to celebrate safely outdoors with their closest family and friends in attendance.

They’re such a photogenic couple in one of my favorite venues in Baltimore; enjoy these favorites from their celebration!!

5 MEMORABLE DETAILS FROM M+J’S INTIMATE WEDDING AT THE DYE HOUSE

1. Meghan and Justin’s invitation suite that was so modern, bold and graphic, designed by artist Dave Cole.

2. The bright, colorful florals that Mallory of Violet Florals designed to be lush, vibrant and full of texture were so warm and inviting in lending a soft feel to the brick and stone at the venue.

3. Justin received a bracelet from Meghan instead of a wedding ring and wore his mother’s name necklace so that she was there with him.

4. Justin met Meghan halfway during her walk down the aisle which spoke volumes to me about their relationship.

5. Celebrating entirely outdoors under the stars within the courtyard and patio of the Mt. Washington Mill Dye House was so special — not only from a health safety standpoint, but the late September weather was simply cozy and perfect to dine and dance alfresco.

Congratulations again, Meghan and Justin!! Having the opportunity to document your bright, joyful and intimate wedding celebration at the Dye House was an absolute honor - you two have such an inspiring relationship full of respect, curiosity and kindness.

I wish you all the best as you continue to enjoy lazy evenings and lots of exciting adventures and conversations, building your lives together.

xo,
Naomi

huge thanks to this rockstar vendor team:

planning + design: The Otherside Creatives
venue: Mt Washington Mill Dye House
photography: Urban Row Photography
catering: Linwoods
dessert: Taharka Brothers
florals: Violet Florals
lighting: Event Dynamics
beauty: Fleurt Beauty Company
DJ: Mixing Maryland
gown: Made with Love Bridal, River Crepe
veil: Jill Andrews Gowns
jewelry: Ylang 23
groom’s attire: Suit Supply
linens: Select Event Group
invitation art: Dave Cole
printing: Cat Print

erin + mike | a colorful and fun summer Wyndridge Farm wedding

Clouds were rolling in, but not a drop left the sky. The Inn was buzzing as the wedding party got ready for their celebration. A sense of calm excitement prevailed as love and laughter could be heard throughout every part of their glorious day.

Erin + Mike’s wedding day at Wyndridge Farm was full of everything these sweethearts could have ever asked for: family, friends, fun (the energy on the dance floor was SO good!) and the most beautifully colored and lush florals to compliment the vibe of this working modern farm among the rolling hills of Pennsylvania.

As the day progressed, the sun would periodically show up through the clouds allowing the groomsmen to sport their sunglasses and show off the dapper dudes they are. Erin’s bridesmaids wore a mix of solid dusty blue dresses that seamlessly complimented the natural setting while also allowing the texture and color of the florals to pop.

Their day ended with a glowy sunset illuminating them in the most beautifully soft, romantic light that definitely reminded me of our time together at their golden sunset engagement session… E+M, you two are simply perfect together. I’m so glad all of those high school conversations led to this big day!

6 THINGS THAT BROUGHT SO MUCH JOY AND VIBRANT COLOR TO THEIR WEDDING DAY…

1. In front of the fireplace at the Inn, Erin had a first look with her Dad and then outside on the patio, Mike saw her for the first time. Both were incredibly special and sentimental. When couples prioritize seeing and spending time with the most special people in their lives before walking down the aisle, it makes for not only incredible photos, but so much relaxed happiness!

2. …that BOUQUET (actually all of the florals from Splints and Daisies)!!!

3. The personalized wood gift boxes full of goodies for Mike’s groomsmen were a huge hit!

4. The clouds were overly dramatic (fun fact: I’ll take a cloudy day like this anytime since it means no harsh shadows/squinty eye concerns) but the rain held off and they had a beautiful outdoor ceremony at the chapel! Erin’s niece was the flower girl and took her job very seriously. :)

5. The custom neon sign with their new last name hanging on the copper arch that Erin’s dad designed and built behind the sweetheart table.

6. The surprise floating heads of Erin + Mike using their high school portraits (since they knew each other in HS!) that made an appearance on the dance floor as their reception got underway.

7. The choreographed dance moves during all of their special dances; Erin and Mike’s first dance and both parent dances had amazing moves: dips, twirls and spins that entertained their guests from start to finish!

Congratulations, Mr. + Mrs. Simon!! It was such an honor to document your love story from the night we took engagement photos on your picturesque property to now, during your perfect wedding day - Erin, your vision and creativity are incredible. You two are quite a team! I hope you continue to spend your days dancing together, enjoying the freshest garden vegetables and being the best parents to Sincere!

xo,
Naomi

VENDOR TEAM

venue + caterer: Wyndridge Farm
photography: Urban Row Photography
florist: Splints and Daisies
DJ: Korey of Baltimore Event Solutions
makeup: mkup Beauty Studio
hair: Sherry Clarke
gown: Madison James
boutique: Edel's Bridal
bridesmaids dresses: Azazie in Dusty Blue
groom + groomsmen attire: Jos A. Bank
groomsmen gifts: Groovy Groomsmen
favors + copper arch: DIY bride + bride’s family
cakes: Bramble Baking Co.
desserts (hand pies, donuts + cookies): Bushel + Peck Bakery
invitation: Minted
transportation: Unique Limousine
mirror: Magic Selfie Mirror