Emma & Connor | Spring Midtown Engagement Session | New York, NY

In 2011, Emma was hired to be the hair stylist on the set of an independent film. One of the actors was "extremely late" which, to be honest, she found annoying! When he finally showed up, Connor introduced himself, Emma got to work and they started chatting. Within minutes, she was no longer annoyed with him for being late and found they were hitting it off! There was an instant connection they both were feeling that neither had experienced before. They got to know each other better each day on set, even causing scenes to shoot late because they couldn't help wanting to be around each other! Feelings grew and it was on the last day of filming when they hugged goodbye that Connor knew he had to kiss her. 

Five years later, Connor proposed and Emma said yes! These two are absolutely perfect together. They keep each other laughing, and both have this infectious, positive energy that is just so fun to be around. They are looking forward to spending the rest of their lives enjoying bagels for breakfast and date nights snuggled up with wine, takeout and Netflix. 

See photos from this gorgeous pair's city springtime engagement session below. Their wedding day is exactly one month away and I can't wait to be a part of what is sure to be the most beautiful day! Congrats, you two! 

 

 

Amanda & Aaron | Labor Day Weekend Wedding | Lake Sunapee, NH

On September 3, 2016, Amanda and Aaron shared vows that had been over ten years in the making! They have been writing their love story for over a decade. Together, they celebrated with an intimate ceremony at Amanda's aunt's lake house with family and close friends. 

My favorite part of the day was hearing Maid of Honor, the bride's sister, Sara, share stories of their childhood. She talked about everything from Troll dolls to literally drawing a line down the center of their bedroom declaring which side belonged to each of them! Most importantly, during Sara's speech, she spoke about the match her sister, who grew up to be her best friend, had found in Aaron. It was so touching getting to witness all the joy and love between these two women, the bride and groom, and both their families in coming together. 

See photos from their beautiful day below! Don't forget to "spread the love"!

Andrea & Rob | Hamptons Pool Party Proposal | Long Island, NY

As I have mentioned before, my favorite part about working my day job as a bartender is meeting new people. Sometimes new people turn into friends and sometimes they turn into clients! (You may remember last month's blog about Doria & Cory's wedding.) Last year, I met Rob. He recently decided to ask his girlfriend, Andrea, to marry him and asked me to capture the moment!

There were so many reasons to celebrate! In honor of Andrea's birthday, Rob rented a gorgeous house in The Hamptons and invited all their friends and family to join them for the weekend. All her sisters even flew out from Los Angeles for the occasion!  

When the moment came for Rob to get down on one knee, an airplane flew over with a banner reading, "Andrea, will you marry me?" He slipped the most beautiful diamond on her finger and she said yes! See more of the happy couple's pool party proposal below!

Museum of Ice Cream

Since living in NYC, I haven't seen anything create such a frenzy as the summer 2016 pop-up Museum of Ice Cream in the Meatpacking District. When I first heard about it, I immediately jumped online to buy tickets for Olivia and myself. So glad I acted quickly because it ended up selling out before the gallery even opened! Not surprising because who doesn't love ice cream?! 

The museum was full of interactive exhibits featuring everyone's favorite dessert. There were sundae inspired paintings, sculptures, and more. The highlight was hands down "swimming" in the sprinkle pool. It was such a hit, it was hard to get a photo without all the other visitors diving in! Olivia's favorite part was "seeing me so happy"! Awww, isn't she sweet?! 

Share your favorite flavor in the comments! I can't choose just one so my top three are cookies & cream, cake batter, & anything with caramel! 

As the sprinkle pool rules warn you: "may cause spontaneous happiness." Check out photos of our cherry-on-top afternoon below.