10 Jan
2012

Posted in: A Jubilee Event, Weddings
By Diana

A Jubilee Event: Danielle & Ramsey’s Rustic Barn Wedding in Middletown, Connecticut

Fall was just around the corner and there was no better way kick the season off than with Danielle and Ramsey’s big day. Danielle and Ramsey were married at a gorgeous and intimate barn in Connecticut, surrounded by their closest family and friends. We had the fortune of being part of their wedding day as they planned their wedding from LA. Danielle is currently guest staring on one of our all time fav television shows– Community!

One of my favorite parts of this wedding was that it wasn’t just a celebration of a new family unit, but it also honored their history. The couple was married on the lush lawn overlooking the river surrounded by their closest family and friends. Their ceremony was deeply personal as their parents and siblings stood by them underneath the Chuppah, which housed them with a family prayer shawl. Guests made their way up to the cocktail hour, where they were greeted by one of the most cheerful and entertaining A Capella groups, the LarKings. Guests were quick to find their seats as the sweet candy apple escort cards were too good not to touch!

The inside of the barn was adorned with garden lights strung across their beams coupled with long billows of fabric to give it a romantic look. Azalea Floral Design created a magnificent look with the centerpieces with branches extended from tall vases filled with apples. The walls held mason jars and old glass containers that Danielle’s mom wrapped in various colored tissue paper for a pop of color once the candles inside were lit. Danielle’s mom truly outdid herself with all of the fabulous décor. Not only did she personally create all of the table numbers, decorative jars, programs, menu cards, and tasty cookies that guests were able to take home with them, but she brought in so many heartfelt details that brought Danielle’s vision to life. The gift vignette contained rustic tables, antique shutters, and old crates filled with fresh apples. A gift bag, carefully sewn together out of the bride’s aunt’s wedding dress stored the cards from all of Danielle and Ramsey’s loved ones.

As the couple sat together at their table, they toasted with their heirloom champagne glasses in front of numerous photos of their family members throughout the years. It was an absolute pleasure and privilege to be a part of such a special day in a family’s history.

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Credit Reel

Photography: Raya Carlisle Photography
Cinematography: Vantage Point Films
Event Planning: Diana Chouinard, Jubilee Events
Floral Design: Azalea Floral Design
Cake: Palmer’s Bakery
A Capella Group: The LarKings
Beauty: DD Nickel
Ceremony & Reception Location: The Barns at Wesleyan Hills, Middletown, CT
Invitations: DIY by Danielle’s Mom, Jodi
Shoes: Anthropologie
Dress: Marissa, Lace detail styled and added by Kleinfeld

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13 Dec
2011

Posted in: A Jubilee Event, Connecticut Events, Real Connecticut Weddings, Weddings
By Diana

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A Jubilee Event: Christina & Doug, A Nautical Affair in Old Saybrook, CT

One of the happiest couples I know, Christina and Doug, were married this past summer on July 2^nd,where the weather was beyond perfect as they celebrated with their guests at the Old Saybrook Point Inn and Spa. What can be said about Christina, Doug, and their families? They had a wonderful amount of love between each other and could not wait for this wedding! Nothing in the world could have stood in the way of their bursting excitement, shown through every moment and every detail. The anticipation for this day was so contagious that no one could help but smile from ear to ear in their presence!

A big thank you goes out to the always lovely Jennie and team from Jennie Fresa Beauty Library as Christina and her girls looked stunning!! Wait until you see all of the flowers Yumiko and her team at Hana Floral Design created-breathtaking! How romantic is Christina’s bouquet?!

Big thanks to Derek Fowles Photography for capturing it all and Vantage Point Films for sending us this beautiful video!

Christina and Doug-thank you so much for having us as a part of such an extraordinary and special day! We wish you all the best and look forward to see you and your families again! XO

Christina + Doug | The Highlight Film from Vantage Point Films on Vimeo.

Credit Reel:

Event Planning/ Rentals: Jubilee Events
Photography: Derek Fowles Photography
Videography: Vantage Point Films
Florist: Hana Floral Design
Beauty: Jennie Fresa Beauty Library
Cake: Kim’s Cottage Confections
Ceremony Musicians: Millennium Music
Entertainment: DJ Bob Raina
Transportation: Peter Pan Bus Lines
Bride’s Fashion: Maggie Sottero
Shoes: Pink, Michaelangelo
Men’s Fashion: Formals by Antonio

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30 Nov
2011

Posted in: A Jubilee Event, Weddings
By Candice

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A Jubilee Event: Cindy + Tony, A Classic Old State House Wedding in Hartford, Connecticut

I’m so honored to share with you the wedding of Cindy and Tony, married in April of 2011 at the gorgeous Old State House in Hartford, Connecticut. Cindy contacted me to design and plan her wedding with only a few months to go– and we developed a gorgeous, classic and elegant wedding inspired by her amazing Amy Kuschel gown purchased at The White Dress by the shore. It was such a pleasure to work with her and Tony– their love story is an endearing one… and to hear how they both found one another after hardship and loss was truly inspiring. Their love for one another is real, and their love for their family is incredible. It was so important to them to incorporate their children into the ceremony and did so in meaningful ways. We were all reminded about the important things in life being part of Cindy and Tony’s wedding: love, happiness, and family. It sounds so simple– and it is.

Be sure to watch Jim Altieri’s video at the end of the blog post to see the story of their day unfold. It’s a tear jerker– I must warn you.

Big thanks to my friend Robert Norman for the gorgeous images of this day! xx

Cindy & Tony Get Married from Jim Altieri on Vimeo.

Congratulations Cindy and Tony! We wish you and your family a lifetime of happiness and love. xx

Credit Reel

Photography: Robert Norman Photography
Videography: Vintage Cinema
Planning & Design: Jubilee Events
Location: The Old State House
Catering & Cake: A Thyme to Cook
Floral Design: BLUSH Floral Design
Gown: Amy Kuschel from The White Dress by the shore
Hair and Makeup: Jennie Fresa Library
Ceremony & Reception Musicians: Powerstation
Transportation: Gateway Limo
Calligraphy: Michelle Dowling
Invitations: Two Ems
Wedding Day Paper: Jubilee Events

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12 Oct
2011

Posted in: A Jubilee Event, Weddings
By Candice

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A Jubilee Event: Leigh + Kelsey at Belle Mer in Newport, Rhode Island

Leigh and Kelsey were married on a gorgeous and warm Monday afternoon in June at Belle Mer in Newport, Rhode Island. Not even a trip to the hospital on wedding day (fear not– everything ended up being okay!) could deter these two from celebrating their love for one another. They were surrounded by an incredible group of close family and friends and shared an intimate afternoon of laughs, love, and celebration! Leigh and Kelsey spent dozens of hours crafting their wedding, which was filled with personal paper touches. It was an eclectic mix of vibrant colors against a clean, modern backdrop. A huge thank you to the incomparable Carla Ten Eyck and her team for these stunning images!