A Boston Public Library Wedding With A Charming Candle Covered Staircase

Melissa Hammam
March 29, 2022
Categories: Real Weddings, Romantic, Seasonal Wedding Trend, Summer, The Blog

Welcome to modern romance in the heart of Boston. Haley and Justin created a day as special as their love, working with Urban Soiree to bring their unique story to life. Inspired by the architecture of the Boston Public Library, they created magical moments like a wildly romantic candle-lined staircase and a 12-foot-tall greenery escort wall to sweep guests off their feet. Fabulous flowers by Beach Plum Floral in blush and white fill the day and Jenny Moloney Photography artfully captures every dreamy detail in her imagery. Visit the full gallery to watch the whole day unfold.

From Jenny Moloney Photography… Haley and Justin are a case of when a friend’s setup turns out to be “the one.” A mutual friend planned for the two to meet at Justin’s annual fundraiser for his Boston marathon. The connection was instant, a moment the two will never forget, and they went on their first date shortly after. On a summer night in July, Justin and Haley walked down the steps of their Marlborough Street apartment to head to dinner. Justin started talking about how Back Bay and Marlborough Street represented the start of their story as a couple, with so many meaningful moments together. He then got down on one knee and proposed where it all began. Haley, of course, said yes, and as another surprise, he took her for a private helicopter tour of the city skyline. The special night ended with a celebration dinner with their entire families to toast their engagement.

When they started planning their wedding, the first thing they knew was that they wanted to get married at the Boston Public Library. Haley fell in love with the romance of the breathtaking Library courtyard, and Justin, an avid history fan, loved that the building held historical significance in Boston as the oldest library in the country, dating back to 1848. They wanted to create a feeling of modern romance blended with the ambiance of the heart of the city of Boston.

They kept things timeless, taking inspiration from the architecture, with whimsical touches like the romantic candle dotted staircase. Their courtyard ceremony was family-focused, with Haley’s brother officiating and readings done by her mother and Justin’s father. The 12-foot-tall greenery escort wall was a favorite detail, with each guest’s name handwritten on acrylic. Their first dance to their band’s rendition on Leon Bridge’s “Beyond” was magical, with them both feeling like they were the only two people in the room.

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