sarah tew photography

Caitlin & Mike were married on a beautiful weekend in October at the fabulous farm-to-table venue Buttermilk Falls Inn up in the Hudson Valley, just a short drive from NYC. I was so so excited to see what they had in store for us as I knew from talking with them about their plans that this wedding would be super unique and full of fun surprises.  I started the day with Caitlin’s getting ready with her bridesmaids in one of the Inn’s sweet houses.  Her wedding dress was, amazingly, an antique lace gown that her mother had bought for her as a young teenager because it was such a perfect fit on her long torso.  She had planned to wear it at her wedding ever since, and seeing that it (incredibly!) still fits her, she did just that!  The vintage look informed much of the wedding, and Mike and his groomsmen sported hats for the occasion, and festooned them with flowers and feathers.  Caitlin’s brother officiated the ceremony and took the opportunity to wear a formal kilt, which looked great, and he got everyone laughing– this guy could go pro!   Speaking of their ceremony, I was tickled to see the men take their processional to the next level by performing “silly walks” down the aisle, something that was inspired by Monty Python.  After exchanging personal vows they wrote themselves, Caitlin and Mike exchanged a pair of very unique rings and sealed their union with a kiss.  Guests were led across the beautiful grounds to a tented cocktail hour featuring the most impressive cheese collection I’ve seen at a wedding.  Cheese, chocolate and wine are a passion this couple wanted to share with everyone at their wedding, so dessert was an incredible chocolate creation instead of the standard cake-slice, and I can only imagine the wine served was impeccably paired with dinner! Highlights of the evening included an epic spontaneous dance off featuring our kilted officiant, Caitlin’s mom’s toast, which started with a bit of brilliant prop humor, and a dance floor full of the most adorable families with small children ever.  I had so much fun capturing this tremendous wedding!  Congratulations to Caitlin & Mike!

Location  for Bride and Groom’s preparation:  Buttermilk Falls Inn 

Ceremony Location: Buttermilk Falls Inn 

Reception Location: Buttermilk Falls Inn 

Event Designer, Wedding Planner and/or Day-of Coordinator:  Michael Elbe, Event Coordinator at Buttermilk Falls Inn

Florist Company:  Crocus Hale Flowers

Hair: Brittany DiGiacomo

Makeup: Rebecca Casciano,

Reception Dress:   Etsy seller Dig For Victory

Bride’s shoes:  Billy Ella for BHLDN

Bride’s veil: Melinda Rose

Bridesmaid Dresses:  BHLDN, Joanna August, Amsale

Shawls: Novica

Bracelets: Razimus Jewelry  

Flower Girl Dresses: BHLDN and Microbe by Miss Grant

Groom and men’s suits/tuxes

Fedoras:  Bailey Hats

Vests: Perry Ellis

Shirts: Express

Ties: The Tie Bar

Officiant’s Kilt: USA Kilts

Ring bearer vests handmade by bridesmaid Jayne Kirber, from custom fabric designed by Sandra Boynton

Ring bearers’ tartan caps & bow ties: ScotlandShop

Mike’s dragon themed wedding ring by Argentum Arcana

Officiant / Celebrant: Keith Boynton, brother of the bride

Invitation Designer: Sandra Boynton, mother of the bride

Save the Dates, Programs, Menus, and Escort Cards:  GeekInk Design 

Catering Company:  Henry’s at the Farm

Wedding Cake: Frida’s Bakery

Chocolate favors by Poco Dolce

Wine glass favors designed by the bride’s mom Sandra Boynton, and made by Glass with a Twist

Quaker-style wedding certificate also designed by the mother of the bride.

“Guestbook” quilt handmade by Natalie Hanson and Mary Markoff.