I am so excited to share this sweet Hartford wedding with you today! Natasha and Steve are such a great couple and are so adorable together! Their story starts a few years ago when they were both working as engineers for the same company (they still work together!). Their company had a softball team for a local league and they both participated. Through the love of sports and having fun, it didn’t take long for these two to start their fun and energetic relationship.
bride getting hair and make up down on wedding day

The morning of the wedding, I met Natasha at her parents’ home outside of Hartford. It was so sweet to see Natasha get ready in her family home with her parents and bridesmaids. While I was with the ladies, Kate, my awesome second shooter, got to capture the boys learning how to tie bow ties and fold pocket squares.
groom and best man learning how to tie bow ties

Natasha has an attention to detail that is impeccable. Anyone who knows her, knows that she is always organized and anything she plans is perfect! custom wedding invitations and wedding stationary

Natasha was very close to her grandmother, even though she was only present in spirit, Natasha wore her pearl necklace and her beaded headpiece to include her in the special day. Steve also proposed with Natasha’s grandmother’s ring, which is stunning and timeless.
antique family wedding rings and pearls

In true Natasha fashion, Steve was given a sweet greeting card. Natasha has always loved greeting cards and is known to send the perfect greeting card for every occasion in her family and friends’ lives. When they got engaged, Steve’s proposal included a greeting card that was designed by him, and included the “Bouley Bears”. wedding day cards

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When Natasha and Steve told me they booked the 1914 Bushnell Park vintage carousel for after the ceremony in downtown Hartford, I was instantly excited. I think every Hartford wedding should include this carousel! I wasn’t kidding earlier when I told you that have a fun and energetic relationship!  This definitely was by far one of my favorite things ever! The music that the carousel also played made it hard not to have a constant smile on your face!fun couple on wedding day

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The Bushnell Park in downtown Hartford is so gorgeous. Between the infrastructure, greenery, and ponds it totally provided the best location for photos!wedding party in park

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The architecture within Bushnell Park were essential to photograph in this Hartford wedding. Natasha’s dad showed us all the famous spots and we took full advantage of including them into Natasha and Steve’s portraits.

Bride and groom in Bushnell Park

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This part of the day was up in the air until about 5 minutes before it actually happened! The tug boat pulls a ferry across the Connecticut River, we knew that I would have no issues getting on the ferry but we didn’t know if the party bus would be as lucky. Thankfully it all worked out! The real reason why this was an important thing to include in the day was that the tug boat included “Cumberland” painted on one side, which is the town that Steve grew up in, and “Rocky Hill” was painted on the other side, Natasha’s hometown. Just like their marriage, this boat included joining both of their lives. Also, up until this moment, there was not a cloud in the sky, then as soon as we got on the ferry, the clouds rolled in for about 10 minutes! It was so incredibly perfect!

Couple on a boat in New England pink and gold wedding decor

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Reception introduction of bride and groom

These two have some wicked sweet dances moves and are air guitar professionals!bride and groom dancing at wedding reception

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Natasha’s dad’s toast had a way of bringing tears to Natasha’s eyes after about 30 seconds of him speaking. father's speech during wedding reception

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The Bouley Bears made their appearance on the wedding cake! wedding cakes with fun wedding cake toppers

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To include their engineering background in their photos, they asked us to include a photo of this tunnel that was under the roadway!
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Hartford Wedding Day Vendors:

Photography: Haley J Photography

Second Shooter: Kate Harris

Ceremony Venue: All Saints Orthodox Church, Hartford, CT.

Reception Venue: Port-Hampton Club at St. Clements Marina

Bridal Dress: Bella’s Bridal Boutique (Maggie Sottero Designs)

Men’s Attire: Ralph Lauren

Hair and Make up Artist: Kathy & Karen of Creative Hairstyling Salon

Florist: Just for You Floral Design Studio

Cake Baker: Chimirri’s Italian Pastry Shoppe

DJ: Atmosphere Productions – DJ Mike

Invitation Designers: Alethea & Ruth

 

 

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