What’s better than a wedding at a botanical garden?! Following a private first look (well, sort of private, there were totally some peeping Toms) Laura and Ryan shared their vows surrounded by endless species and cultivars of plants at the Roger Williams Park Botanical Center. Waterfall? Check. Palm trees indoors? Check. Hot ticket bride? Check. The lively colors that highlighted the styling perfectly suited our Laura. Her lively personality could definitely be described as HOT PINK! Decked out in a strapless Maggie Soterro gown and Isaac Mizrahi wedges (hot pink), gorgeous side swept curls and the face of an angel made up by the incredibly talented Aline Sarkis Beauty, Laura was a real head turner. Ryan wore a classic black tux and was the perfect handsome groom for his bride. Guests clearly enjoyed their surroundings during the cocktail hour while listening to a sting trio and munching on goodies prepared and passed by Pranzi Catering. After a delicious seated meal our new friend Bill, from Rhythm Express, had everyone in the room rocking out in no time. Laura’s twin brothers are fearless party people and in no time an impromptu limbo line was formed using one of the brother’s belts. This was orchestrated with only a hand gesture, apparently words are not needed between twins, even on the dance floor! This wedding was such a blast, we loved being a part of it all!

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Gown: Maggie Soterro

Tuxes: Slade Formalwear

Makeup: Aline Sarkis Beauty

Hair: Soiree Salon and Spa

Catering/florals/linens: Pranzi Catering

DJ: Rhythm Express

 Siobhan and Matt had a beautiful, sunny summer day to celebrate their love. From the Providence Biltmore, to St. Domenic’s Chapel at Providence College, to the Alpine Country Club no detail was left untouched. Siobhan’s perfectly styled up-do showed off her stunning looks while her diamond necklace and earrings added extra sparkle to her amazing smile. Needless to say, Matt was moved when he saw her walk down the isle. A sacred ceremony followed by a balloon release outside of the church kicked off the festivities. We went to Providence’s East Side for formal portraits with the bridal party, 16 people including the bride and groom! The architecture and mature plantings in this area provided gorgeous backdrops for this lovely group. Once inside the Alpine we were thrilled with the styling. Shades of white and pale pink gave a romantic feel to the evening. All of the guests fed off of Siobhan and Matt’s intense love and happiness and at any given time you could see people laughing, hugging, and dancing. In fact, the party was so much fun we stayed later than we had originally planned!

On a personal note, we would like to thank Maureen and Jim, Siobhan’s parents, for welcoming us as if we were family. The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, as they say. It’s no wonder Siobhan is as sweet as she is. Congratulations to this wonderful couple, we wish you a lifetime of love!

Florist: Chrissy Botelho

Cake: Something Different Cake Couture

Band: Cover to Cover

A rehearsal dinner is wonderful opportunity for two families to get to know each other in a not too hectic setting. It is also the perfect time for your photographers to get acquainted with the bridal party and immediate families so come the wedding day we will know who all the special people are! Sioban and Matt held their dinner on the beautiful terrace of the Providence Biltmore overlooking downtown. We were thrilled to be invited to this party because we already had such a nice rapport with Sioban and her parents. We also met Matt for the first time and were struck by his upstanding character. Matt is a basketball coach and gave a speech worthy of Phil Jackson. He invoked both laughter and tears and was a true inspiration.  Sioban was a picture perfect bride-to-be with a smile that lights up the room (well, terrace). We knew we would be in for a treat the next day at the Alpine Country Club, stay tuned!