Lindsay Madden Photography

Oh how I love shooting weddings in the Caribbean! I’m a beach girl at heart and love nothing more than soft sand and clear blue water. So when Adlin reached out to me about photographing her destination wedding in Puerto Rico, I was beyond excited. Adlin and Matt were married on a lovely October day on top of a cliff which provided the most breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and Palomino Island. Adlin and Matt envisioned their wedding day to be intimate, unique and centered around their family and friends. Adlin knew exactly what she wanted design wise and she teamed up with Rosalina Torres to bring her vision to life. Adlin and Matt chose the colors blush and gold for almost everything. This pastel pallet complimented the light blue and green hues of the Caribbean Sea. Adlin asked her three sisters to be her bridesmaids and they all looked gorgeous in their blush pink Twobirds bridesmaids dresses. Their look was pulled together with a simple bouquet of white roses created by Blanco by Mara. Adlin’s lace Monique Lhullier wedding dress was perfection and I loved her Twigs & Honey headpiece. Adlin and Matt’s cocktail hour and reception were held outside and guests enjoyed a lovely seated dinner first and then danced the night away. I had a wonderful time capturing Adlin and Matt’s destination wedding in Puerto Rico and I hope to return soon!

Location: El Conquistador, Puerto Rico | Planner: Rosalina Torres | Bride’s Dress & Belt: Monique Lhuillier | Bride’s Shoes: Jimmy Choo | Headpiece: Twigs & Honey | Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Twobirds Bridesmaid | Stationery: Julie Song Ink | Flowers: Blanco by Mara | Signage: Shannon Kristen | Cake: C+M Cakes | Video: Hoo Films

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Thank you Martha Stewart Weddings for featuring Regina and Jack’s beautiful wedding day!

Not wanting to choose between England (Jack’s home country) and Switzerland (Regina’s) for their special day, Regina and Jack decided to host a destination wedding in Tuscany at Conti di San Bonifacio wine resort. On a sunshine-filled September day {exactly one year after they got engaged}, the two celebrated with 52 of their nearest and dearest. Regina and Jack teamed up with the talented ladies of Chic Weddings in Italy and Tommaso Torrini of La Rosa Canina in order to bring their vision to life. Countryside elegance would be the best way to describe their wedding and the color pallet made up of french grey, cream, butter and sage fit perfectly with the Tuscan landscape.

Regina and Jack made their marriage official under a hanging flower installation that mimicked a hanging arch and moved beautifully (& effortlessly} in the wind. After Regina’s father walked her down the aisle to Alphaville’s acoustic version of “Forever Young,” Regina joined Jack for the officiant’s welcome and the guitarist’s unplugged version of Natalie Cole’s “L.O.V.E.” Regina’s brother Florian read Bob Marley’s “He’s Not Perfect,” and Jack’s brother Will recited “Marriage Is Madness,” by an unknown author. After Regina and Jack exchanged rings and shared their first kiss as husband and wife, they walked back up the aisle to Michael Bublé’s “Everything” while guests tossed olive leaves on them. It was a magical and sweet moment!

After the ceremony, the newlyweds joined me in a nearby olive grove for portraits and their adorable French Bulldog, Muki, joined in on the fun as well. After pictures, Regina and Jack joined loved ones for fun and festivities. Guests were at the villa’s poolside for cocktails, lawn games, appetizers and live music from the band Lady Dillinger. After cocktail hour, guests were escorted to the front of the wine resort’s property for dinner. The newlyweds cozied up in a loveseat—a bench marked by a garland and “Forever Young” signage. Soft candlelight flickered from glass votives, both low and high, with some perched on stone candlesticks. Rustic wood table numbers were nestled between antique chests and small potted arrangements for an informal but intentional effect. As the sun went down guests dined underneath the stars and according to Regina, “it was truly special having dinner outside.”

I am so lucky to have been able to capture Regina and Jack’s wedding day. It was an exquisite affair that I’ll remember forever! Thank you for having me along.

Location: Conti di San Bonifacio | Event Planning & Design: Chic Weddings in Italy | Floral Design: La Rosa Canina | Wedding Gown:  Jesús Peiró | Dancing Dress: Pronovias | Wedding Shoes: Christian Louboutin | Headpiece: Hermione Harbutt | Hair & Make Up: Lara Navarrini | Groom’s Attire: Custom Alferano Suit with Hugo Boss Shoes | Officiant: Giuseppe Rossi from Blessings From Italy | Music: Lady Dillinger | Lighting: Alma Project | Catering & Cake: Conti di San Bonifacio

Nestled a top of a hill in Maremma, Tuscany, the Conti di San Bonifacio wine resort will take your breath away. The estate covers 310 acres filled with vineyards, olive groves and forest. Regina and Jack live in Switzerland and dreamed of hosting their destination wedding for sixty of their closest friends and family in Tuscany. They were married on a Saturday in September and the day before they decided to hold a welcome dinner in order to greet their guests properly and to mingle & enjoy amazing food under the late afternoon sun. This was Regina and Jack’s wedding weekend kick off! It was beautiful, warm and inviting & I’m so grateful I was able to capture it all.

Location: Conti di San Bonifacio | Event Planning: Chic Weddings in Italy

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It doesn’t get more timeless or elegant than a NYC black tie wedding at The Waldorf on Park Avenue. Alyssa and Scott were married on a gorgeous September day and I’m so lucky to have been apart of their beautiful wedding. Alyssa and Scott opted for a first look right in the middle of Park Avenue. It ended up being one of those moments that took my breath away as I photographed them from the opposite side of the street. It was truly magical! After their first look, we traveled with their wonderful bridal party to the New York Public Library where we held portraits. After the NYPL, Alyssa, Scott and I decided to walk a bit to Bryant Park and along 5th avenue for some relaxed candid shots. New Yorkers love a good wedding and Alyssa and Scott enjoyed every moment of the honking horns, smiles and waves from their fellow New Yorkers. They reveled in this experience and all Alyssa kept saying was how much fun she was having and how happy she was. It was the perfect day and Alyssa & Scott had the most wonderful celebration. I’m so happy I was able to capture so many special moments for them and for their families!

Location: The Waldorf Astoria | Wedding Dress: Badgley Mischka | Wedding Shoes: Jimmy Choo | Hair: Lauren & Vanessa | Make Up: Erin Taylor | Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Monique Lhuillier | Stationery: Ceci New York | Flowers: Belle Fleur | Entertainment: Hank Lane | Cake: The Waldorf Astoria

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