keri + joey | a sophisticated and stylish fall wedding at the winslow baltimore

From the hardcover linen-wrapped vow books and the crisp black and white invitation suite with an illustrated map of the Baltimore skyline to Keri’s multiple bridal looks and the champagne tower at the end of the night, Keri and Joey’s wedding at the Winslow was the definition of a chic and fun industrial wedding in October.

Not even joking a little, this Baltimore wedding felt like it belonged on the cover of Vogue.

This down-to-earth couple is so stylish, warm, and genuine, it made them such a joy to photograph (can’t get enough? here is their esesh in Fed Hill). The best part? Their families are the exact same way! And their dog Tucker made multiple appearances throughout the day (one of them was the cutest surprise from Joey to Keri)!

highlights from Keri & Joey’s baltimore Wedding at the pendry and winslow in october:

1. Both Keri and Joey got ready at a favorite Baltimore wedding venue and boutique hotel: the Sagamore Pendry in Fells Point. This historic building with a modern vibe has so many iconic spots to grab candid photos that look like they were taken right out of a high-end bridal magazine.

2. Keri wore a strapless silk gown with a sexy slit and Jimmy Choo white heels. With her gorgeous and full dark brown hair cascading down in soft waves, she was modern bridal perfection. She paired the simple yet elegant look with gold diamond jewelry and a soft, romantic makeup palette.

3. Her bridesmaids wore neutral satin dresses in a taupe color and carried bouquets in muted fall tones, giving the day a mid-century glam feel.

4. One of the most sought-after spots for wedding photos in Baltimore is the stairwell of the Pendry, and that’s where Keri + Joey had their first look. Pairing the red carpet, black and white tile, and gold elements of the stairwell with Keri + Joey’s classic looks, these portraits looked like an old Hollywood love story.

5. During their first look, they also shared private vows with each other. Written in beautiful hardcover linen-wrapped vow books, I would be lying if I said I didn’t shed a tear behind the camera!

6. Another special moment came when Keri presented Joey with a surprise gift – customized gold cufflinks. Not just any cufflinks, these ones had a special message from Keri and one from Joey’s late mother on the other (written in her handwriting!). It was a special way for Joey’s late mom to be with them throughout the day.

7. Before heading to the Winslow, we went up to the Pendry’s pool deck for more portraits. The infinity edge pool is like nothing else in the City of Baltimore and the reflection where the pool meets the sky is out of this world. The pool isn’t always uncovered this late in the season, so I was ecstatic to discover it like this!

8. Their ceremony was a full Catholic mass at Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Baltimore’s Bolton Hill neighborhood. This historic church has such a presence; the stately and all-white sculptural feel complimented Keri + Joey’s wedding vibe perfectly.

9. After the ceremony ended, we took the cutest white trolley over to the reception space, The Winslow. Once there, Joey had arranged for their beloved #urbanrowpup, Tucker, to meet them there and surprise Keri during cocktail hour. His mama was so happy! Tucker said hello to some guests and stayed for a bit before returning home, but not before he paid everyone’s tab — on the bar, there was black acrylic signage that read “Tab is on Tucker!”

10. At the Winslow, there is a nook near the bar that everyone utilizes differently, and I loved how Keri + Joey set up their black acrylic seating chart there surrounded by candles and flowers. It looked like the space was made specifically for their decor, so full and lush.

11. The placesettings for dinner were had gold cutlery and white china with a gold edge. Each person received a customized menu at their seat that matched the invitation suite.

12. Keri + Joey sat at a sweetheart table with a black velvet high-back bench. Paired with a large floral installation full of lush and moody flowers behind the bench, it was regal and chic – exactly the vibe of the entire wedding!

13. The reception itself was also full of fun details, like a champagne tower and Keri + Joey’s friends lifting them up on chairs to the classic wedding song “Shout!” played by the Bachelor Boys Band.

Keri + Joey, working with you was a dream! You are such a strong, amazing, and polished couple; your Baltimore wedding fit your vibe perfectly. I can’t wait to see what the future brings for you and Tucker. Thank you for the honor of capturing this gorgeous day!

xo,
Naomi

VENDOR TEAM:

getting ready space : sagamore pendry baltimore
venue : the winslow
church: corpus christi catholic parish
photography : urban row photography
coordination : silk and slate co.
bridesmaids’ beauty : caitlyn meyer pro
bride’s beauty : make up by michele eva
videography : white elm films
caterer : copper kitchen
band : bachelor boys band
florist : steel cut flowers co.
boutique : ava laurenne bride
veil : grace loves lace
shoes : jimmy choo
bridesmaid’s dresses : jenny yoo
stage : event revolution
transportation : american limousines

jessica + william (aka swinny) | an intimate summer elopement at the Sagamore Pendry

This wedding day has been 10 years in the making and I’m so honored to have been able to document the love and passion between Jessica and Swinny!

These stylish lovebirds were married at the stunning Sagamore Pendry in historic Fells Point in late July and the weather was unheard of for a Baltimore summer day: it was warm but not too hot and humid, breezy with fluffy clouds in the bright blue sky and we had the courtyard of the Pendry all to ourselves… yay for intimate weekday weddings!

Their favorite things about each other in their words (I can’t even… they are such a perfect pair!):

Swinny: “Her aura, beauty, intellect, attitude, energy and vibe. Our life is amazing and I am so blessed to have found someone who I absolutely love and adore on every level imaginable!”

Jessica: “Never have I met someone who has such a passion for life, people, and us. His sense of humor, ability to connect with people - whether it be a waiter or a friend, is contagious. He gives me butterflies when my eyes meet his across a room and I’ve never felt more loved or respected than when with him. Life is so easy between us and I cannot wait to spend the rest of our days together!”

If this photo doesn’t say it all, I don’t know what does….

MY FAVORITE 5 THINGS ABOUT THEIR FELLS POINT ELOPEMENT AT THE PENDRY:

1. The pure joy they both exuded. The excitement was palpable and so genuine.

2. The wording and script of the ceremony (performed by Rachel Zajac of Ceremony by Rachel) was incredibly heartfelt, personalized and full of warmth. I love how she describes marriage…
   
   ”Marriage is the most beautiful thing that can happen between two people in love. A marriage is more than just husband and wife. It is a bridge which allows the love of two special people to give meaning and worth and wonder to life. It is a continual process of building; of shaping; of communicating; of caring. It is the deepest and sweetest understanding. It is sharing todays and tomorrows together and making each one more treasured and more complete than anyone could make alone. A marriage is a home interwoven with hopes and memories and dreams. The thankfulness and love it can bring have no comparison.”
   

3. They both wore Christian Louboutins with the iconic and classic red sole. His and hers (in gold though)… OBSESSED!

4. Swinny had a custom navy black and blue tux made by the QG. Jessica wore a one shoulder ruffled gown by Mac Duggal.

5. Their daughters are an integral part of their relationship; Jessica’s daughter walked her down the aisle and both were included in the ceremony during the family vows.

Congratulations, Jessica and Swinny (and to your daughters)!! I couldn’t be more excited for your newlywed status; your wedding was breathtaking and left me completely speechless… I truly believe you’re ‘simply the best’.

xo,
Naomi

venue: Sagamore Pendry Baltimore
officiant: Ceremony by Rachel
florist: Flowers & Fancies
beauty: Four One Oh salon

victoria + nial | a colorful mini wedding in downtown baltimore

Victoria and Nial have a love story that all started on a Baltimore bench (after initially meeting on Bumble!). These two share the sweetest love and admiration for each other while also appreciating the importance and love of family, connection and good food. I’m SO excited to share their micro wedding and courthouse elopement with you!! It’s full of tons of color, modern details and my favorite portrait locations in Baltimore!

“On New Years Eve we were going to a comedy show and I told her we would walk to this taco spot before for dinner. She didn’t know this would happen and she invited a friend to join us. I told him the plan and asked him to try to get some photos. Then while passing our bench I asked her to take a picture with me on the bench and then proposed.

She was surprised. Speechless for a bit. And said YES! We went to eat tacos and the comedy show. I don’t think she could stop smiling. She cried only as it sunk in, as we were having tacos. She didn’t want the tears to ruin her makeup…”

How incredibly gorgeous is Victoria’s bouquet?! So colorful while also being soft, elegant, romantic and not too bold… LOVE!!!

OBSESSED, actually.

A beautiful day for a stroll and some portraits in Patterson Park near the pagoda, just down the street from where they call home… city life and love at its finest.

After leaving Patterson Park, we stopped at this bench on the corner of Eastern + Wolfe St. in Upper Fells; this is the same bench where Victoria + Nial first met and later on, where he surprised Victoria and proposed! It was only fitting to have it flowered and full of lush color and a super romantic look for photos, by Steelcut Flower Co. Their #urbanrowpup Raffi even got in on the blooms with his own floral collar!

Our last stop of the day was in Fells, for portraits on the water at Broadway Pier before the happy couple celebrated with cocktails and dinner at the Pendry. But first, what celebration would be complete without popping champagne?!

Sending you all the love and congratulations as you continue getting used to calling each other husband and wife, Victoria and Nial! You planned such a flawless day with so many lovely ways to celebrate how your Baltimore love story came to be!

xo,
Naomi

…huge thanks to this talented team!

florals: Steelcut Flower Co.
dress: Calvin Klein
suit: Calvin Klein
videography: Adam Green
dinner reception: Sagamore Pendry
ceremony: Baltimore City courthouse

sneak peeks | ashley + greg's classic sagamore pendry wedding

Ashley + Greg’s Sagamore Pendry wedding in the heart of Fells Point will be filed under what wedding dreams are made of and then some... hearing this incredible couple keep saying ‘this is honestly better than we could have ever asked for’ made an already GORGEOUS day into one that I don’t know how we’re going to top!!!

It’s hard for me to put into words how wonderful these two are together as a couple but also as individuals that compliment each other and create a perfect balance of modern, playful love, genuine happiness and honest connection.

While it was our first time capturing a Pendry wedding (…and ready to go back in a heartbeat!), we’ve worked with the Lemon & Lime Event Design team numerous times over the years and each and every time, the timeline runs like clockwork, we get to have fun as part of a creative and collaborative team and our couples are relaxed, happy and completely overjoyed. All of that translates to epic photos… especially when it’s 75 degrees outside on the last Saturday in March and the sun, wind + clouds play together perfectly timed for portraits on the pool deck, pier and balcony.

The red carpeted grand staircase was literally made for moments like this…!

I love both of these photos on their own but also since the sequence shows the value in having the perspective of 2 photographers capturing the same moment. They both tell very different stories of Greg’s first look at Ashley and I personally, can’t pick a favorite.

From happy tears streaming down cheeks within a glowing courtyard to vows that included how Ashley will still never fold her laundry (I’m with ya, girl!) to a ceremony processional with cheers of joy surrounded by their best family and friends… truly magical in every sense of the word.

Cheers to you both!!! We couldn’t be happier and more honored to have captured the start of your married life together! We’ll just be right here reliving this day over and over until we see you again!

xo,
Naomi

Team of Wedding Professionals

venue: Sagamore Pendry Baltimore
planning + design: Lemon + Lime Event Design
photography: Urban Row Photography
florist: Flowers & Fancies
DJ: Mixing Maryland DJs
hair + makeup: Up Do’s for I Do’s
officiant: Patrick of Elegant Ceremonies
lighting + lounge furniture: Event Pro
rentals + linens: Select Event Group
wedding gown: Essence of Australia
dress boutique + veil: The Bridal Boutique
bridesmaids dresses, ties + pocket squares: Azazie
shoes: Betsey Johnson
groom + groomsmen attire: Menguin
wedding bands: Zales + Kay Jewelers
cake: Sugar Bakers Cakes
invitation: Minted