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)