EEK! We are so happy about how these photos turned out! Seriously a dream and everything I wanted mixed in one. All photos were shot by the amazing NYC based photographer Ashley Gallerani (linked here for reference). Something that I have learned over the years of content creation/blogging is when working with a photographer it is always best to first create a clear vision. Leading up to our engagement shoot Ashley & I worked together on a Pinterest mood board (linked here) where I shared my ...
Travel Diary: A Weekend in Jersey City
Kyle & I did a super fun staycation across the Hudson River in Jersey City, NJ, last weekend! It's part of the encompassing New York City area that I've always loved but have never really gotten the chance to explore. It is such a vibrant part of New Jersey that lies right on the westside skyline and has absolutely gorgeous views of NYC! It is extremely family friendly, dog friendly and tons of my friends have been flocking to the area for more space (for about the same rent prices as the ...
How I Asked My Bridesmaids!
KELLY IS MY MAID OF HONOR! I am so excited to finally share this with you all and her! This week when I traveled to DC I brought along a special little gift in my bag to ask her to be my Maid of Honor and thank her for putting up with me all these years! When we were little I actually made Kelly sign a *Maid of Honor* contract where I made her promise we would be each others. Thats how crazy I am. I also am asking my two sisters, whom will be my Matron's of Honor, and ...
Chicago Bachelorette Party
I just got home from such an epic weekend in Chicago celebrating my older sisters Bachelorette! My sister was a 2020 bride that has had to reschedule her wedding multiple times as well as her original Bachelorette. She is also a healthcare worker that has been through it this past year, so my younger sister and I really wanted to make this Bachelorette weekend PERFECT for her! My older sister Gwen lives in Chicago and thought it would be easiest given the circumstances to have her ...
Travel Diary: The Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
We had the most amazing belated engagement trip to San Juan, Puerto Rico! We stayed in the most gorgeous hotel the Fairmont El San Juan. The Fairmont is perfect because it is located in close proximity to the San Juan airport (only a 5-10 min ride) and Old San Juan itself! Making it an easy vacation spot from the United States. Note that the travel part itself is pretty straightforward as Puerto Rico is a US territory. You do not need a US Passport to get in but you do need a negative COVID test ...
