Stephanie Williams Photography Blog

It poured rain on Kristen + Jeff’s wedding day, but I think that it perfectly fit San Francisco in the Fall! And it gave Kristen a chance to wear her awesome Hunter rain boots with her wedding dress! These two are really so amazing, and were up for anything…even pictures on the beach under an umbrella. They were married at the gorgeous Legion of Honor Museum, and although they had originally planned an all outdoor ceremony, the rain didn’t stop them - they held their ceremony under the lovely stone pillars in the Legion courtyard and it was absolutely…perfect. Their reception was held in the museum amongst the works of art and the rain outside only added to the cozy feel inside.  Here are just a few of the many details:

Getting ready hotel: Clift Hotel
Dress: Romona Keveza
Shoes: Kate Spade
Florals: Pat Gibbons
Cake and cupcakes: That Takes the Cake
Make-up: Natasha Burwell and hair: Laurel Berg
Wedding favors: (golden gate bridge cookies) by Gianna’s
Catering: McCalls

What can I say about this wedding other than it was stunning in every way and an absolute dream to document! Gorgeous scenery, historic homes filled with texture, cape cod, lots of laughter, and one amazing, amazing couple!! Meredith + Chris could not be more perfect for each other! Their wedding was a very unique and personal celebration of their love. Meredith’s family has been vacationing in Westport, Massachusetts for quite some time, and even staying in the amazing Howland House on most of their trips, so this location held a special place in their hearts. They had a Quaker-inspired ceremony at Wesport Friends Meeting House, where instead of a priest or pastor marrying the couple, they said their vows to each other encircled by their friends and family. Several people stood up during the ceremony to say their well wishes to the couple, read poems, and reminisce. The reception overlooked the Atlantic ocean at the Acoaxet Club, and the decor was filled with images of birds and little nests, which fit Meredith and Chris perfectly, since they are both huge nature and animal lovers. Meredith wore the most gorgeous Claire Pettibone dress and cute Paris Hilton shoes! At the reception, she changed into a shorter dress and everyone danced the night away!

When we were in Virginia last week, we had the opportunity to shoot Kristyn + John Paul’s engagement session in the stunning Shenandoah National Park. The Fall colors and afternoon light was just breathtaking! These two are an amazing couple, and we had such a great time with them during the session and after hanging out at The Local in Charlottesville. All I can say is Love is absolutely beautiful!

A few weeks ago, Isaac and I traveled to the Cape Cod area to document Meredith + Chris’ amazing wedding in Westport, Massachusetts! The day before the wedding, we took a few photos of Meredith and Chris around the Howland House, the awesome ancient hotel turned homestead they were staying in with their whole bridal party. We then headed to the rehearsal dinner, which was a customary clam + lobster bake, at Spindle Rock Club! The clambake was thrown by Compton Clambakes, and in the traditional fashion, they steamed clams, lobster, corn and potatoes in stacked boxes with rock weed (a type of sea weed). It was an amazing way to start off the festivities. Here are just a few images from the first day…I’ll be blogging their amazing wedding very very soon!