Cassandra + James | Wedding - Allegria Hotel

Their Love Story...

Ahhh, the old Spring Break. Cassandra and Jimmy were in college together and repeatedly ran into each other never thinking anything of it until they were on Spring Break together with a group of friends. They feel like destiny just kept putting them together but they didn't take the hint. 5 years later James popped the question while they were having a beach picnic and Cassandra said "yes" of course.

The wedding...

Allegria is one of those places that make you say "OMG, this place is incredible" Cassandra and James chose the rooftop during sunset to say their vows in front of 200 guests. It was spectacular, but my favorite park was at the end of the ceremony, just as they kissed James threw his fist in the air, just like the final scene in The Breakfast Club.
Guy gets girl - end of story!


Advice for the newly engaged - "Don't stress! Never lose sight that it's really about the two of you."

 Cassandra + James' Gallery - http://sandirufophotography.pass.us/dove/c-DN89k673397

Lisa + Paul | Wedding - Timber Point Country Club

Their love story...Lisa and Paul were in 10th grade, same math class when they decided to start "going out" which meant having their parents drive them to the movies and Applebee's for dinner. They describe their love as something that has just always been there and that they couldn't imagine their lives without each other there everyday. 9 years after they met in math class, when Lisa was sick he brought her breakfast in bed singing "Grow old with you" and Lisa just knew it was the moment she'd been waiting for, despite her feeling crappy.

The wedding...

Timber Point Country Club is the location that Lisa and Paul chose to have both their ceremony overlooking the beautiful golf course and their reception as well. Since they both love music and have shared an eclectic variety over the decade that they were together, they thought it fitting to have assorted record covers as the table numbers.

Wedding Song - "Better Together" by Jack Johnson

Advice for the newly engaged - "Enjoy every moment and strive to make your day unique. Don't just make it a "cookie cutter" wedding. It's about you and should reflect your relationship."

 Lisa + Paul's Gallery - http://sandirufophotography.pass.us/scrom/

Janine + James | Wedding - East Wind Estate

Their love story...
 Match.com! How awesome is that!
Dinner, drinks, music, firepit, more drinks = fun, cool, exciting and relaxed. 2 years later James proposed at the Rockefeller Christmas Tree.

The wedding...

Held at the beautiful East Wind Estate along with one of my fav videographers, Mike from Infinite Productions.
Family, lots of family and the most adorable kids in the bridal party.
It was hot, probably one of the hottest days of the summer, but we all kept our cool and Janine looked gorgeous. We had lots of fun and of course we did the t-rex photo, lol!


 Janine + James' Gallery - http://sandirufophotography.pass.us/mrose/

Nicole + Gary | Wedding - The View Resturant

Their love story...
 Nicole and Gary met at Lehigh University where they met several times in the same crowd of friends. The finally decided to go out to dinner to see where things went but they didn't start off very good. Gary had dental surgery earlier in the day and was running very late for dinner, he couldn't get a cab but ended up making it just in time for the comedy show. Thank goodness Nicole was patient.
One year later Gary presented Nicole with a nameplate for her new job as a teacher that said "Mrs.Costello", although it took Nicole awhile to figure out what it meant, lol.

The wedding...

What can I say, The View is one of my favorite restaurants and a wedding there is even better. The owner, Jimmy loves taking his bride and groom on a short boat ride to a deserted piece of beach for some great photos. Nicole had Gary bring a beach umbrella because she didn't want to get too much sun, best prop ever. Photos on the beach were fantastic. Then on our way back to the restaurant the release two rubber ducks with their names, wedding date and address on them to see if they got returned, before we arrived on the dock with cocktail hour already in full swing. And let me tell you, this was one of the most rocking day weddings I've ever had the pleasure of shooting!

Wedding Song - "You're the One" by Black Keys

Advice for the newly engaged - "Plan early, know you're going to fight so learn to say you're sorry, have fun and enjoy it!"

 Nicole + Gary's Gallery - http://sandirufophotography.pass.us/castaldo/

 

Let me not forget Gary's Sharknado photo!

Hilarious!

 

Marta + Chris | Wedding - Jericho Terrace

Their love story...

Marta and Chris met in college 6 years ago and although neither one of them believed in "love at first sight" it happened to them. As corny as it sounds, their eyes met for the first time and they both knew they were meant to be together.  4 years later Chris proposed the old fashioned way, down on one knee and here we are 2 years later at their spectacular wedding at Jericho Terrace.

The wedding...

Stunning! That's the word I'd use to describe the way Marta looked on her wedding day. Chris was a dapper looking gentleman and they made a beautiful couple. Jericho Terrace was a perfect backdrop to their sparkly sapphire setting. halfway through the party, Marta changed her dress to an adorable short version, which she spun the night away on the dance floor wowing everyone in her path.

Wedding Song - "Tonight and Forever" by Damnwells

Advice for the newly engaged - "Don't rush!"

Marta + Chris's Gallery - http://sandirufophotography.pass.us/berry/