Kate and Ian

Tyrone Farms Pomfret, Connecticut

We first met Kate and Ian at a very busy bridal show so very long ago. Tim actually talked to them. I was in a flood of couples or getting coffee. You really never know with me. Then we went out for coffee with Kate and Ian. It was like hanging out with old friends. Their fun and outgoing energy pulled us in. They’re like Ryan Reynolds (okay, Ian even has his hair and glasses…) and Blake Lively. They’re so much fun!!!!!!!

I had a BLAST with them at Enders Falls. I could have hung out with them all day but they wanted to get Indian food and I probably had another session to get to. Regardless, it was a dreamy day full of laughs. They were game for anything which is always the absolute best!

Fast forward to their wedding day. If you want the ultimate, perfect, legendary, dream, fairytale autumn wedding…go to Kate and Ian. Good grief! I didn’t even want to do any preview photos in black and white because the colors were INSANE! Just gorgeous!!! Every detail…pumpkin place settings; hot apple cider for guests when they arrived; the most picturesque backdrop on planet autumn earth; espresso martinis; stunning bouquets and centerpieces that were the true essence of fall; a macaron tower the shades of October; warm pies for dessert…I mean I know I’m forgetting stuff. But as Stefan from SNL would say, this wedding had EVERYTHING. It even had a cat! *fist pump*

We LOVED working with Kate, Ian, their family and friends. What a fun bunch!!!! I mean I really have so many words I can say about these two soulmates but FUN, adventurous and just down-to-earth is prevalent above the rest. They have so much silliness and affection in their relationship - which is so important. We just adore them! Not to mention they’re stupid good looking

We love you guys so much and we’re just honored to have captured your incredibly gorgeous day!!!

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!

All our love,

Xoxoxoxo,

Rayleen, Meraki Photo, Inc.

Videography by our besties over at Cinematic Horizon Films

Kate's Dress from Bridal Trousseau by Van Der Velde Bridal

Gifts for bridal party from Etsy

Bridesmaids jewelry from Olive & Piper

Mothers' gifts from ECLU

Cufflinks by Ducks Fly Together

Music and fun curated by the band Lee Falco

Kate's shoes by which Badgley Mischka

Ian's ring by William Sudhoff d.b.a. The Bearded Turner

Kate's rings by Jewelry Designs

Kate's earrings by BaubleBar (hey my favorite brand!!!)

Bridesmaid dresses from Revelry

Ian's Suit by Marc Allen Fine Clothiers

Groomsmen suits by THE BLACK TUX

Guest favors: Shawls = My Wedding Pashmina (Etsy), Mini Pumpkins = Norton Brothers Fruit Farm

Officiated by Kate's Brother, Walter Hope IV

Flowers by Events by Amy

Hair and makeup for Kate by Susan Monehan, Bridesmaids by The Salon by Priscilla

Venue: Caterer & Farm handled. Russell Morin & Tyrone Farm

Macaron Tower by Russell Morin

Shuttles by First Student

Catering by Russell Morin Catering & Events

Kate's Jacket by Montauk Dazies;

Live Painting by Linda S. Marino Art

Globe Guest Book by Consider The World (Etsy)