Belle Mer Island House Wedding in Newport with Lisa and Jim - RI Wedding Photography

Belle Mer Island House Wedding in Newport with Lisa and Jim – RI Wedding Photography

December 29, 2014

A Belle Mer wedding is always a beautiful wedding and Lisa and Jim’s was no exception. The day started on lower Thames Street in a gorgeous condo where all of the ladies were getting ready. This was a real girls party! The M’s were there with Lucia assisting, Michelle from Fresh Focus was capturing everything on video, Kim from Greenlion Design brought in the most breathtaking florals all while Lynda from Formal Hair and Makeup Design was beautifying everyone. Champagne was flowing, music was playing and buntings were hung. We couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful & inviting space to capture the details. The luxurious letterpress invitations by Drolet Paperie set the glamorous tone for the day. Lisa truly wowed everyone in the room when she presented herself in her strapless, lace overlay gown. From her dangly diamond earrings, to the David Yurman pearl bracelet (something borrowed from her lovely sister Diana) down to her Jimmy Choo silver sandals, Lisa was a perfect bride. Her sleek up-do showcased her pretty smile and was the ideal style for her cathedral length veil. As Lisa’s father walked her down the Isle of St. Lucy’s Church it was clear on Jim’s face that he knew he was the luckiest man in the world. Post ceremony we headed over to the Island House at Belle Mer. While the rain made it difficult for portraits outside we had simply the best indoor space for formulas. A huge white space with giant windows overlooking the sea gave us beautiful natural light. As usual, the M’s moved furniture all around to design the space perfectly. The mood was light and fun and just a sampling of what the night was yet to bring. Downstairs, beautifully dressed guests filled the impeccably styled Island House. Rentals Unlimited outdid themselves while Greenlion blossoms in shades of ivory and blush were everywhere to be seen. The attentive staff at Belle Mer served the guests passed hors d’oeuvres including some Colombian favorites. When Lisa and Jim entered for their first dance the room erupted in applause! They shared one of the most fun first dances ever which was followed by Lisa and her loving father. They danced to an upbeat song which caused Melissa to declare that she now wishes she were Colombian! Among many of our #jobperks is getting to know people from varied places and cultures. The joining of Jim’s American family with Lisa’s was a highlight of our year. There was palpable love in the air. The kind of love that brings tears to they eyes. Laughter abounded, especially in the Photo Booth. Things got a little (WAY) crazy in there. Everything that people could get their hands on became a prop. Even the suitcase holding the props became a prop! This was a wedding that will be spoken about for a long time to come and one we will never forget.

XO