This September wedding at the always gorgeous Samoset Resort celebrating Andrea and Mike was an unforgettable weekend filled with so much celebration. These two were meant for each other and seeing them surrounded by so much love was so inspiring!
Where It All Began
Andrea and Mike met in college at Bentley, but weren’t actually close until after college. After they reconnected in 2015 through a mutual friend, they quickly fell in love and began planning their life together.
Mike proposed at sunset by the lake near their home where they regularly took walks. It was a special moment that Mike created from something they enjoyed doing together on a regular basis – a perfect way to pop the question.
Happily Ever After
Together, they wanted to treat their guests to a full wedding weekend to celebrate with all their loved ones. Their weekend started with an intimate church ceremony the day before the official wedding festivities began. After church, they held an intimate rehearsal dinner, followed by a larger welcome party for all of their guests. Everyone was so excited to be together and Mike an dAndrea were glowing with happiness – it was a great start to the weekend. This special kickoff to the weekend was featured on Let’s Get Rehearsed – see the feature here!
Samoset Resort
Andrea and Mike were so excited to embrace the coastal beauty of Maine at their stunning wedding venue, Samoset Resort. Not only are the Samoset Resort views unforgettable, but it’s located on a golf course, which they both love. They arrived a few days early and enjoyed rounds of golf with friends and family before officially kicking off the weekend!
On their wedding day, Andrea and Mike opted to get ready in separate rooms before seeing each other. Mike even snuck in a round of golf while the ladies were getting hair and makeup done. The moments with their loved ones before the big day were filled with smiles, laughs, and happy tears. And I loved Andrea’s lace robe with matching silk cami & shorts for getting ready – it was a fashion-forward twist on the pajama trend!
How To Have A Ceremony Reveal & Still Get To Cocktail Hour
Andrea and Mike both looked forward to a ceremony reveal on the wedding day, but they also wanted to enjoy their cocktail hour with guests. So, we planned their schedule to allow for each of them to take photos separately with their wedding party and immediate families before the ceremony. This allowed them time to take portraits together after the ceremony and then still make it to the last half of their cocktail hour. I love being able to help my couples craft the day they’ve always dreamt of having. As a Coastal Maine wedding photographer with years of experience, I always recommend a timeline similar to this if you want don’t want to do a first look. Taking separate wedding party photos and separate family portraits before the ceremony means fewer to take after the ceremony and allows you to stay relaxed and present all day long.
Ceremony Reveal
Their second ceremony was held outside by the water at Samoset Resort. And even though they had the church ceremony the day before, this second opportunity to pledge themselves to one another was incredibly special. This time their sweet puppy Maple wore a flower collar as she walked down the aisle as part of the wedding party. Plus, this time all of their guests were in attendance to bear witness to their love.
Newlywed Portraits
After the ceremony we took a full wedding party portrait and the remaining family portraits. Then everyone headed off to cocktail hour while Andrea and Mike hung back for some couples portraits. It doesn’t take long to make magic when your couple is as sweet and loving as these two and we were able to create magic together in a only a few minutes before they headed to join their loved ones at cocktail hour.
Sweet Fun at Samoset Resort
Their wedding at Samoset Resort was beyond beautiful. They brought in local donuts (my favorite!!) from Ruckus Donuts for dessert, along with other sweet treats for a yummy dessert bar. Guests had the best time and the dance floor was packed ALL NIGHT LONG – including both of them getting hoisted into the air by guests toward the end of the evening!
Being a part of this beautiful wedding weekend in Maine was such an honor. I’m overjoyed for these two and just know they have a lifetime of happiness ahead of them! Cheers to the happy couple (and their sweet dog Maple!).
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Vendors
Dress designer: @madewithlovebridal
Bridal boutique: @vows_bridepower
Groom suit: @stateandliberty
Florals: @flowersbyhoboken
Bridesmaid dresses: @azazieofficial
Venue: @samosetresort
Beauty: @makeupbymehry @brushonbroadway_
Cake artist: @sugartreecakes
Photo Booth: @swoonbooth
Stationery: @admiredesign
Dog handler: @flpweddings
Video: @delaitefilms
Donuts: @ruckusdonuts
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