I am so excited to share Morgan and Stephen’s Linwood Country Club wedding photos!!! Everything was SOOO pretty from the start of the day to it’s end!
Morgan and Stephen chose light blue to be their accent color in all the wedding details. Bridesmaid dresses, bridal and bridesmaids’ bouquets as well as reception centerpieces were light blue. Stephen and his groomsmen wore dark blue suits that almost looked black. You could see the color in them in the nice, even light. The venue was very neutral with white and wood details so almost any color could be incorporated there but that light sky blue color made the whole day look so fresh!
Morgan envisioned her wedding day decor as ‘coastal’. Not the beach, but the coastal vibe! Natural wood elements all throughout her decor definitely accomplished her vision. From picture frames, to venue chairs, to airy cocktail hour tent, to light blue candles, everything helped that vision come to life.
Morgan wore the most stunning wedding gown that she found at Day Dream Bridal boutique. It was a sleeveless mermaid dress with a small fold detail about the chest. That dress was designed by Jane Hill but Morgan made it even more beautiful by requesting a customization. The back of the dress around her ribs originally were just like the whole dress – sleek, smooth and elegant. Morgan though asked to make that section in the back to be see-through! Sexy, playful and downright fun!
Her bridesmaids dresses matched Morgan’s dress style. They almost looked formal and a little strict but not overpowering in comparison with Morgan’s dress. They were simple light blue fitted gowns with a slit on the left leg that went to the middle of the thing. Classy and sexy at the same time.
Groomsmen matched Stephen’s style. Their suits and ties were dark blue and they all looked so sharp.
The cocktail hour food was a mix of delicious appetizers that were passed out by the service staff, a set of mini sandwiches with chicken, beef and pulled pork, and a seafood bar with the cutest sign that said ‘Here for a good shucking time’. The beloved open bar attracted all the guests to enjoy signature drinks (and not!). ‘His’ drink was ‘old fashioned’ and ‘hers’ was ‘orange crush’. The sit down dinner was served soon after formalities and guests enjoyed a variety of meals that were based on the chicken, beef and salmon.
Morgan chose one of the most favorite florists in South Jersey – Stemptations. Their style is elegant yet playful. All of the floral arrangements were simple and yet stunning. The bridal and bridesmaids bouquets were traditionally shaped. The wedding reception tables had a mix of arrangements. Some of the tables had a low vase full of flowers, and some tables had a mix of small tall vases with just a few flowers. All of the tables as well as the staircase were also filled with candles that ranged from thick ones that could stand on their own to the tall and thin ones that required a candle stick holder and a clear glass candle protector. The napkin rings were made out of the same straw-like material like other signs. Everything looked so beautiful!
The wedding cake was made by the ‘Simply Sweets’. It was a 4 tier simple white cake with a light pattern. White and light blue florals were its decor as well as a small figure of their lab pup Oakley who playfully started tasting the cake before even the bride and groom could get to it!
Their wedding ceremony took place at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. Stephen’s family is Greek so everyone got to experience the beauty of the traditional Greek Orthodox ceremony.
The cocktail hour was in the outdoor tent with the live music played by a lovely team member of the MissMusique. Everyone enjoyed the beautiful violin sounds!
This Linwood Country Club wedding was a literal perfection and I hope you can feel it through the photos!
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Wedding Vendor Team:
Photography || Yana Shellman Photography
Venue || Linwood Country Club
Wedding Planner || Swell signature events / Ashley McMahon
Signage || Signed with Love
Flowers || Stemtations
Hair and makeup || Taffeta Hair and Makeup Design
Dress boutique || Day Dream Bridal
Dress designer || Jane Hill
Bridesmaids || Show me your mumu
Tux || Formal Expressions
Live painter || Laura Grace Live Painter
Cake || Simply Sweets
Live music || Miss Musique
Music || POSH DJs
Thank you so much for letting me a part of your special day! God bless you!!!
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http://www.yanashellmanphotography.com
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