The Palace at Somerset Park, NJ Wedding {Christina and Cole}

When Christina first saw Cole he was wearing nothing but a toga and a cowboy hat. Needless to say, he made an impression. And now they are husband and wife! The wedding day of Christina and Cole was nothing short of fabulous. Their Great Gatsby 1920′s theme resonated throughout the gorgeous dresses and details of the day. I am especially a huge fan of those fab feathers each of the girls had in their hair and on their wrists. It was awesome getting to know you two and we had such a good time photographing and celebrating with you.

I’m not gonna lie, I had a little bit of dress envy. Christina’s dress was GOR.GEOUS. I was literally in the room by myself opening up her dress to get it ready for pictures and said OooOOoo. Out loud. by myself. Christina’s mom also mentioned that she happened to see it on an episode of Say Yes to the Dress just a few days earlier. And since that’s one of my favorite shows, it just made me love Christina in that beautiful dress even more.

Christina, you have such a fun and joyful spirit. It was such a pleasure to see you smiling and laughing all day.

Not to mention, you are absolutely beautiful.

Christina’s bridesmaids kept the mood light and peaceful as they joked, laughed, and supported one another throughout the day.

Every last one of these ladies was bringin’ it. I think the word is FIERCE.

Cole and his groomsmen have known each other since first grade!

The guys knew how to bring it too, check out these tough guy faces.

When Cole was waiting for his bride, we told him she was doing great and just how beautiful she looked. He said, I know it. This is his reaction to seeing Christina walk up the aisle for the first time. I love how he is in awe of her beauty.

Paul captured this little moment. Cole, you are hysterical!

This little guy stole my heart.

Married! Woohoo!!

Across the street from the church was this beautiful field. We chose this location before Christina told us that she grew up playing softball here.

Since it was freezing outside we snapped these photos super quick, while Paul set up the lighting equipment, I was giving direction. Everyone was more than willing to brave the cold to get some cool photos. You guys were awesome.

It’s easy to photograph a couple like Christina and Cole, they are so in love. It’s infectious.

We then headed over to The Palace where it was all decorated for Christmas for just a few more photos.

Christina plays softball. Cole was recently signed as a closing pitcher for the Washington Nationals. I’d say their cake topper is a perfect fit. Too cute! I have to admit, I was a little star struck when I first met Cole. I don’t watch much baseball, but knowing that he is a pro ball player, I got butterflies. The more time I spent hanging out with him, the more relaxed I felt because he is just an all around fun, nice, down to earth guy.

Being around Christina and Cole for just a few minutes, you quickly see how they just love being together. I love how easily he makes her laugh. Here they are having a ball as they make their grand entrance to their reception.

The first dance.

These guys know how to celebrate! The dance floor was filled all night.

Cole’s nephew was so interested in everything going on. He kept asking to see the photos we were snapping, and how could we say no to that adorable face? I guess Kris Abrahamsen of Elite Entertainment (by the way, this is the second time we’ve seen him in action and we were impressed both times, great job guys!) must have felt the same way we did as he let the little guy try out the equipment.

Christina prepares herself to feed her new husband a piece of wedding cake.

Home run!

…but not without pay back!

Cole got himself amped and ready to remove his new wife’s garter. He tossed off his sunglasses, warmed up his pitching arm, and got everyone laughing.