NYC Weddings

Glenmere Mansion Wedding: Kirsten & Wes

NYC Weddings

Kirsten & Wes’ Glenmere Mansion Wedding

Groom and groomsmen in black tuxedos getting ready at Glenmere Mansion

Groomsmen outside the pink villa at Glenmere Mansion

Burgundy dahlia with pearl earrings and wedding details

Bride laughing with her bridesmaids in blush robes

Black and white photos of the bride in a low-back gown before her Glenmere Mansion wedding

Bride sharing a moment with her mother and her veil being placed

Bride's hands with a large diamond ring resting on a white gown, and two portraits of her smiling in a long veil

Bride in a sheer veil and a V-neck gown with a delicate necklace, and a close-up of her shoulder through the veil

Black and white bride holding hands with her father by a window, and a collage with her parents and the couple

Silhouette of the bride in a gown with a long cathedral veil and train in front of a bright window in a dark room

Bridesmaids in black dresses reacting with surprise at seeing the bride, plus an overhead view of the bride on a staircase

Glenmere Mansion couple embracing in front of a coral stucco wall with white dog statues, and frames of the bride and groom

Black and white overhead view of the couple on a stone staircase with the bride's gown spread across the steps

Black and white first look embrace between the bride and groom in front of sheer curtains

Couple walking down an iron-railed staircase under coral arches with an umbrella in the foreground

Bridesmaids in burgundy dresses with the bride in front of flowering hydrangeas, and a close portrait of her smiling at her bouquet

Wedding party in burgundy dresses and black tuxedos lined up on stone steps in front of a coral villa with blue shutters

Couple touching noses and smiling as a sheer veil blows over them, with soft pink light behind

Couple with the groom's parents and family in burgundy, navy and gold dresses in front of a coral wall with hedges

Group portraits of the couple with parents and extended family in front of a coral wall with white dog statues

Family portrait outdoors and in a bright sitting room, the couple with relatives in navy and burgundy

Bride walking down the grass aisle with her father, and wide view of guests standing under a large tree at sunset

Bride and groom kissing at an outdoor ceremony in front of a floral arch, and the bride raising her arms in joy

Large family and wedding party group portrait in front of a coral villa with blue shutters and a balcony

Guests gathered among clipped boxwood hedges and rose beds in a formal garden courtyard with a fountain

Reception tent draped in white fabric and greenery over long tables with tall candles and round guest tables

Couple's first dance among tall candle centerpieces and warm lights, shown in five frames in a draped tent

Collage of toasts, with a man and a woman speaking at microphones among candlelit tables and a band at the back

Groomsmen toasting and laughing, and the bride dancing with her father under a chandelier and draped ceiling

Collage of dancing and celebrating guests, groomsmen in suspenders and the couple walking hand in hand

Silhouette of the couple embracing between two potted plants against an orange and navy dusk sky

Coral and blue-shuttered villa behind trimmed hedges and rose bushes, with a collage of its entry, staircase and hallway

Black and white groom in suspenders and a bow tie adjusting his cufflink and checking his watch

Groom getting dressed with his father straightening his bow tie, and a collage of him with his parents and a friend

Wes and Kirsten’s love story began in the modern world of online dating. After both experiencing their fair share of dates, their connection stood out from the rest. Bonding over shared interests in books, cooking, and travel, their relationship blossomed into something extraordinary over the course of 2.5 wonderful years. Here’s a look back at their Glenmere Mansion wedding.

The first year was filled with exciting adventures and travel, creating cherished memories along the way. However, it was during the second year, marked by the challenges of the pandemic, that Wes and Kirsten realized the depth of their love. Finding joy in even the simplest moments together, they knew they were meant to be.

Planning your own Glenmere Mansion wedding? A few things I’d suggest: the pink mansion with its blue shutters and arched courtyard gives you a beautiful backdrop for family and bridal party photos right outside the door. The stone staircase is worth a few minutes on its own, especially for a dramatic shot of your gown. Guests love gathering in the formal boxwood garden, so it’s a natural spot for cocktail hour. And step outside after sunset, because the sky over the terrace turns deep blue and orange behind the garden urns.

The Proposal

In August 2020, Wes took the next step in their journey by proposing to Kirsten, marking a beautiful turning point in their lives.

Planning Their Dream Wedding

When it came to planning their wedding, Kirsten’s priority was to ensure that the celebration was a true reflection of their love story. With family and friends from afar unable to meet due to Covid restrictions, Kirsten wanted everyone to feel the deep connection and excitement they shared.

The Wedding Theme and Inspiration

The inspiration behind their wedding theme was rooted in their shared passions and personalities, aiming to create an atmosphere that was warm, inviting, and full of love.

Favorite Wedding Memory

For Kirsten, the highlight of their wedding day was their first dance. Months of practice culminated in a moment where they lost themselves in the music, twirling around the dance floor surrounded by friends and family. The overwhelming happiness they felt was palpable, and the unexpected emotional response from guests made the moment even more memorable.

Describing the Feeling of Their Wedding Day to Future Children

When the time comes to share their wedding day with their children, Kirsten and Wes will describe it as a day filled with overwhelming love. The electricity running through their veins symbolized the intense joy and sense of being surrounded by boundless love from each other, their families, and friends who traveled far to be there.

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