[shareaholic app=”share_buttons” id=”4830626″]Can we all just go ahead and agree that 2014 has been the year for amazing, beautiful weddings? That’s the thought that keeps running through our minds as we reminisce about the totally stunning Connecticut weddings we’ve been able to share with you this year. That, and how lucky we are to have built so many relationships with local brides-to-be and the area’s most-talented vendors. So, as we prepare to say goodbye to this incredible year of wedding magic and ring in a whole new year — one that we know will be as equally as full of gorgeous inspirations and wedding days — we encourage you to join us in taking a look back at our favorite weddings of 2014!
1. Emilio & Anna
Venue: Aria
Why We Love Their Day: We’ve seen a lot of truly gorgeous weddings in our day, but nothing could have prepared us for all the eye candy and sparkle that filled Emilio and Anna’s prettier-than-pretty soiree at Aria. If we didn’t know better, we would still insist that their day was a fairytale story rather than a real life wedding between two mortals; the room drips with elegant glamour, shining crystals, and all sorts of magic that make it seem too perfect to be real. See their full wedding here.
The amazing vendors that helped make this wedding happen:
Wedding Venue: Aria
Photographer: Wedding Couture by Netmartin
Flowers: Flowers by Danielle
Makeup: NEO Cosmetic Boutique & Spa
Cake: Modern Pastry Shop
Video: Everett Freeman
Limo:Carriage Limo
2. Josh & Mandi
Venue: Wickham Park
Why We Love Their Day: Josh and Mandi’s wedding day was a rustic dream — complete with burlap, wooden accents, baby’s breath, mason jars, and the most amazing little cabin-style reception area! But, although the details were totally fabulous and fit the couple’s sunny disposition perfectly, we have to say that nothing made us love this day more than the lovely the outdoor ceremony at the park’s overlook hill, which provided a breathtaking scenery full of blue sky and miles and miles of horizon views! Our vivid memories of this picturesque backdrop made their day rise to the top of our “favorites” list without a moment of hesitation, and we’re confident you’ll be calling it one of your favorites soon, too. See their full wedding here.
The amazing vendors that helped make this wedding happen:
Wedding Reception Venue: Wickham Park
Photographer: Antonio Rocha Photography
Hair Stylist: A Shear Perfection
Floral Designer: Bella Flora
Caterer: Log Cabin Rolling
Bakery: Los Cubanitos Bakery
3. Andoni & Laurah
Venue: Chamard Vineyard
Why We Love Their Day: Pretty doesn’t even begin to describe Andoni and Laurah’s gem of a wedding — there are so many one-of-a-kind details! From bamboo-inspired tables to the feminine color palette to the decor aesthetic that can only be described as rustic-meets-glam, vineyard-set day is hands-down the most unique and personalized day we we had the pleasure of publishing in 2014! See their full wedding here.
The amazing vendors that helped make this wedding happen:
Wedding Venue: Chamard Vineyards
Photographer: Anna Sawin Photography
Event Planner: True Event
Floral Designer: Flowers on the Green
Cinema and Video: Buzz Media Company
Band: Elan Artists
Caterer: La Cuisine
4. Zeeshan & Aziza
Venue: The Lounsbury House
Why We Love Their Day: “Aziza and Zeeshan’s wedding day unfolds from start to finish like a modern fairytale — full of romance, true love, lots of sparkle, and stunning details” were the words that we used when wrote about this stunning soiree earlier this year. Revisiting their day only confirms how truly that statement feels for us. From the unique cultural details included to spotlight the couple’s family roots to the modern glamour inspired decor — we’re still gaga about the emerald green and gold palette! — their day is nothing short of a true work of art. Actually, it’s safe to say that we’d do this list an injustice if their special day wasn’t included. Once you see all the details, you’ll understand exactly what we mean. See their full wedding here.
The amazing vendors that helped make this wedding happen:
Photographer: Shaw Photography Co.
Event Venue: Lounsbury House
5. Peter & Karen
Venue: Hopkins Vineyard
Why We Love Their Day: From the very first moment we laid eyes on this stunner, we’ve been smitten with the intimacy that the couple infused into every detail of their rustic vineyard wedding. Peter and Karen kept things simple, included details that meant something to them, and focused their attentions on creating a big day that wasn’t about fancy accents, but the beauty of marriage, family, and being in love! See their full wedding here.
The amazing vendors that helped make this wedding happen:
Wedding Venue: Hopkins Vineyard
Photographer: Kate Uhry Photography
Event Planner: Eileen Smith Events
Chairs & Tables: Party Rentals Ltd
Caterer: J. P. Gifford Market & Catering
Flowers: Azalea Floral Design
Tent: Durkin Tents
2014 had some total show-stoppers, thank you to the amazing Connecticut wedding photographers for allowing us to use their pictures of each wedding. If you hire the right floral designer, wedding planner, cake maker, and of course pick the right wedding venue it will go along way toward having your wedding make our list for 2015! If you see a wedding that you think was one of the best but did not make this list, be sure to share your favorites!