August 2, 2012

Montgomery County Wedding Photographer | William Penn Inn | Laura + Ed

Wedding

Laura and Ed’s wedding day couldn’t have gone more smoothly. The weather was perfect and it was just gorgeous at the William Penn Inn out in Montgomery County. The ladies in guava gathered in one of the suites as Laura got ready. Her Maggie Sottero wedding gown was a vision! It was about the third dress she tried on. I can totally understand why she’d stop looking after this! I loved the millions of billowing layers of tulle.

William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography
William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography

The bracelet she wore was borrowed from her mother and she had her new initials monogramed in blue onto an old lace handkerchief.

William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography
William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography
William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography
William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography

We grabbed a few of Ed’s formals before the ceremony as the guests started to arrive.

William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography
William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography

The ceremony site is really beautiful. An iron gazebo is surrounded by lush trees, bushes, and a lawn. The entire ceremony felt so private and secluded. I loved the vibrant pinks and oranges against all of that green. It was so deliciously summery.

William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography
William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography
William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography

I’m still amazed that 9 bridesmaids independently chose 9 different dresses for the wedding.

William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography
William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography
William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography
William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography

I loved that the group recessed to the Proclaimers’ “I’m Gonna Be”.

William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography
William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography

Immediately after the ceremony, Laura and Ed stole away for a few minutes.

William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography

Then I got them for a few more to bask in some of the most perfect light. If I could create light, this would be it! There were guests to greet and a mac & cheese bar to be had so we didn’t stay long.

William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography
William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography
William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography
William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography

After the bridal party introductions, Laura and Ed danced their first dance to “Let My Love Open the Door”.

William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography
William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography
William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography
William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography

I’m pretty sure that everyone was out on the dance floor at some point that night.

William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography
William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography
William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography
William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography
William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography

Laura and Ed dated for a day when they were 13 years old. I’m so glad that they reconnected so many years later and that I got to be a part of this fantastic day. Congratulations, you two!

William Penn Inn Montgomery County wedding photography

Let my love open the door, it’s all I’m living forRelease yourself from miseryThere’s only one thing gonna set you freeThat’s my love, that’s my love~ Pete Townshend, “Let My Love Open the Door”

Wedding Ceremony: William Penn Inn, Gwynedd, PA
Wedding Reception: William Penn Inn, Gwynedd, PA
Wedding Photographer: Lindsay Docherty Photography
Officiant: Journeys of the Heart, Urbane Peachey
Dress Designer: Maggie Sottero
Dress Shop: Arielle Bridal, Ambler, PA
Hair + Makeup: Fringe Salon
Florist: William Penn Inn, Dawn
DJ: Silver Sound Entertainment, Steve Vasquez
Caterer: William Penn Inn
Wedding Cake: William Penn Inn

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