A Send off by Boat and a Reem Acra Dress at Belle Haven Club in Greenwich, Connecticut

The Planning
Design / Vibe / Vision
The beautiful event design with HMR Designs was a romantic mix of modern coastal elements and old world European vibes, including custom bars, a custom dance floor as well as custom stage backdrop and lighting.
Proposal Story
Although they had looked at rings together, Elizabeth did not know that Andrew had ordered it or arranged for pick-up by Elizabeth's younger sister, Kitty. Elizabeth's older sister, Caroline, and brother-in-law, Rhett, wanted to be there for the proposal and drove from Chicago to Connecticut in a day (in the pouring rain, with their two dogs) a couple weeks early than they'd planned to visit to be there for the weekend Andrew's initial plan for Saturday was foiled when Elizabeth didn't want to go walk on the beach because it was overcast, her car didn't have the right beach permit, and they didn't have a reservation at the private beach (ha!) Though Elizabeth knew it was coming at this point, she didn't think Andrew would ask the next day (Sunday) when he asked at her parent's club (the same location the wedding was!) while they were walking on the beach They were able to celebrate with both of their families that day, first with Elizabeth's in Greenwich and then with Andrew's as they already had plans to drive to Chatham for Andrew's birthday, which made the proposal very special
The Fashion
Wedding Gown
Elizabeth was an absolute regal stunner in a custom Reem Acra dress.
Bridesmaid Dresses
The Bridesmaids wore a mix match of dresses.
The Details
Food & Drink
Belle Haven Club offers in-house catering services. Elizabeth and Andrew worked with the club’s culinary team to create a customized menu to suit their tastes. Their signature cocktails were a (Filthy!) Martini for Elizabeth, a Negroni for Andrew and a Spicy Margarita for their dog Commodore.
Florals & Decor
HMR Designs were at the helm of the design for this stunning wedding, utilizing a magnificent combination of blue, purple, pink and white flowers to enhance this waterfront property.
Wedding Cake
Nine Cakes created a beautiful 5 tiered cake covered in realistic sugar flowers that complemented the floral design perfectly.
Special Detail #1
Elizabeth's Dad drove her to the church ceremony in a vintage car owned by a friend of the family and also played a surprise song on the guitar together with the band for her during the reception.
Special Detail #2
Elizabeth and Andrew had a special send off at the end of the night. All their loved ones cheered them on as they made their way down to the docks by Belle Haven where a special boat was waiting to whisk them away to their mini moon location.
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Photography: Kylee Yee | Design: HMR Designs | Wedding Dress: Reem Acra | Cake: Nine Cakes | Shoes: Manolo Blahnik | Hair & Makeup: Eva Scrivo Salons | Lighting: Social Decor | Band: Gold Coast All Stars | Tent: Cove Tent Company | Reception Dress: Bevza