Graduation Photoshoot at Elizabeth Park in Hartford, Connecticut
When Beth from The White Dress by the Shore approached us all about doing this shoot, I went back to when I graduated-all the excitement, all the fun! I wanted to infuse every bit of that into this shoot and I wanted to bring in colors and details that made me feel this way. Now, a few years after I’ve graduated, I find myself looking forward to the next big party and wanted to design this so brides and their maids would find inspiration for a special shower or fun luncheon. Yellow and pink were easy to choose because they exude the energy and playfulness you will experience at either event!
The shoot took place in the beautiful Elizabeth Park Rose Garden in Hartford, so I took some inspiration from our surroundings. I wanted the flowers to play a role in everything! Our table was draped in pink, everything from the linens, chargers, and napkins right down to the chairs-it was a girly girl’s dream. Tony from Datura, A Modern Garden created a yellow rose runner down the table with pops of pink peonies. Hope from A Little Imagination Cakes not only designed individual cupcakes with colorful florets, she coupled them with an incredible pink and yellow-layered cake! Beth styled the models in fun sherbet colored dresses that played perfectly off the surrounding flowers. Throw in the charming paper details from Metal Mermaid Press and Carla Ten Eyck Photography and you have the day made!




Credit Reel
Photography: Carla Ten Eyck, Carla Ten Eyck Photography
Shoot Design: Diana Chouinard, Jubilee Events
Fashion Styling & Accessories: Beth Chapman, The White Dress by the Shore
Flowers: Tony Palmieri, Datura, A Modern Garden
Beauty: DD Nickel, DD Nickel Makeup Studio
Confections: Hope Wright Martell, A Little Imagination Cakes
Paper: Josh Bryant, Metal Mermaid Press
Rentals: La Tavola Linens, Party Rental, Ltd.
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
Jubilee Events Featured on the Cover in the Newest Issue of The Connecticut Bride!
We are so fortunate to have been asked again to produce an editorial shoot for The Connecticut Bride Magazine. Inspired by the city of Hartford, we shot in several iconic locations: The Old State House, Gershon Fox Room, Society Room, City Hall, Mark Twain House, and Elizabeth Park. Beth Chapman of The White Dress by the shore styled six amazing looks featuring the world renowned and Connecticut based designer, Modern Trousseau. Tony from Datura: A Modern Garden created gorgeous bouquets inspired by each look, and Dana Bartone & Co. styled all the fabulous hair and makeup. We can’t wait to show you all the amazing images captured by Carla Ten Eyck. Be sure to pick up a copy of The Connecticut Bride on newsstands next week. But before you do– check out a behind-the-scenes look at the making of this shoot through the lens of the talented Jim Altieri of Vintage Cinema.
CT Bride Magazine Shoot from Jim Altieri on Vimeo.
Join Us Tonight at the Gershon Fox Room Cocktail Party!
So fun! Join me and my fellow talented colleagues at a cocktail showcase at the Gershon Fox Room in downtown Hartford. I love this place! Why? I was married there! We’re putting together a gorgeous little ‘sumthin with our friends Carla Ten Eyck and Datura: A Modern Garden. We’ll also have a little inspired old glam fashion on hand from The White Dress by the Shore. Here are some deets:
A Wedding & Event Planning Show
& Cocktail Reception
Thursday, October 21st
5 – 8pm
Featuring Wedding Industry Planners, Photographers,
Videographers, Floral Designers,
Wedding Gowns, Jewelers, DJs,
Lighting Artists, Wedding Cakes & more!
Sumptuous Hors D’oeuvres by Chef Mike Kelley
Complimentary Glass of Wine & Cash Bar
Attend as our guest by making a reservation with
Jessica Sanzaro at 860.278.4466 or
jsanzaro@marquee-ct.com
See ya there!















