November 2, 2024
WEDDING AT THE MANSION AT BALD HILL IN SOUTH WOODSTOCK, CT | AIMEE & CHRISTOPHER
I don't think I've ever seen a venue more beautiful. Aimee and Christopher enjoyed their fall wedding at the historic and charming Mansion at Bald Hill. With it's manicured garden (which was no longer in bloom due to the changing of the leaves) and natural exquisite archway draped in vines, created the most gorgeous backdrop and ambiance for this picture perfect fall wedding day!
Christopher was just too cute leading up to the moment he saw his gorgeous bride; his eyes welled with tears as Aimee walked down the aisle to meet her beloved husband. Surrounded by family, friends, and pastoral beauty, their wedding was filled with grace, elegance, and joy! I couldn't be more happier for the couple and it was an honor to shower them with flowers! 🌹
THE LOVE STORY
Chris and Aimee met during their freshman year at UConn in 2023 at Hicks Hall. Aimee had become friends with a high school friend of Chris' who lived in her dorm. That friend invited Chris and others from Hicks Hall to join her at the first UConn football game of the year. Aimee rushed back from her English class to get ready for the game and it was then that she first laid eyes on Chris--in a tiny dorm room where his head almost hit the ceiling and she knew he was the one. There was an instant connection and they talked the whole night.
Days later they met on the streets of the UConn campus with groups of friends hunting for a party. That night, in the Subway at UConn, they exchanged numbers and have talked every day since. The next night or so, Chris came back to Hicks Hall yet again and the two were on the same volleyball team. Aimee's competitiveness was the perfect match for Chris' height and skills on the volleyball court. The friendship grew in less than a year, the two realized their connection was undeniable. Finally, during sophomore year in New London Hall, Chris asked Aimee to be his girlfriend and the rest is history. Through college, Aimee's gap year and law school, the two have stuck together. Chris fit seamlessly into Aimee's chaotic, overwhelming and loving family and Aimee was welcomed with open arms into Chris' beautiful loving family.
THE PROPOSAL STORY
"After weeks of secretly planning and coordinating, Chris asked Aimee on a date during Labor Day weekend before heading to his family's beach house to spend the next couple days. On September 3, 2023, the two enjoyed a wine tasting and delicious pizza at Jonathan Edwards Winery. Aimee had her suspicions but after they spend some time sitting at the table, letting their pizza digest, Aimee thought that was the end of the date and suggested they take a walk through the vineyard before heading home. The two made their way up the steps toward the vines with Aimee walking full speed ahead. Chris had to yell, "Wait a second!" She turned around and watched Chris get on one knee. Aimee began to say "Yes" before Chris could even get his words out. Chris didn't even have a chance to put the beautiful ring on Aimee's finger before she grabbed him for a hug for a hug and could not let go. Little did Aimee know, Chris had arranged for her cousin, Cassidy, to photograph the entire day.
After the engagement, the two spent time taking photos with Cassidy, capturing this exciting moment! Following the engagement, Chris brought Aimee to his family's beach house in Groton Long Point, where they were joined by both families for a wonderful celebration that Chris had planned with his family. The two were welcomed with love and hugs and food and champagne! The day was an absolute fairytale!"
- Aimee, Bride
specialty flowers and fillers that were utilized in these wedding arrangements were tibet roses,inosencia roses,camilia branches, white ranunculus,tulips,white stock, wild huckleberry, garden roses,whie veronica, white hydrangea, white lishianthus and mini carnations.
I hope you fell in love with this fall wedding at The Mansion at Bald Hill in Woodstock, CT. Do you know Aimee & Christopher? Show the newlyweds some love, by giving this post a 'Heart' in the section below!
VENDORS & VISIONARIES
Photographer: Colleen Anne Lennehan Photography - Instagram: @colleenannelennehan | Floral Design: Loreta Daka | Venue: The Mansion at Bald Hill - Instagram: @themansionatbaldhill | Bridal Salon: Everthine Bridal - Instagram: @everthinebridal | Dress: Jane Hill Bridal - Instagram: @janehillbridal | Veil: Sara Gabriel Veils- Instagram: @saragabrielveils | MOH/Bridesmaids: Show Me Your Mu Mu - Instagram: @showmeyourmumu | Beauty: Mane Duo Bridal - Instagram: @manduobridal | Groom/Groomsmen: The Black Tux - Instagram: @theblacktux | Officiant: Matthias John Sportini | Stationary: Phillips Designs - Instagram: @phillipsdesigns | Catering: The Mansion at Bald Hill - Instagram: @themansionatbaldhill | Cake: Chocolate Rose Bake Shop- Instagram: @chocolaterosebakeshop | DJ: Louis Zayas | Accommodations: The Mansion at Bald Hill - Instagram: @themansionatbaldhill / @theinnatwoodstockhill / @wellsworthhotel | Transportation: AA Transportation Co. | Ribbons: Emmalinhco on Etsy - Instagram: @emmalinhco
ABOUT THE FLORAL DESIGNER
Loreta Daka Carrero is a premier wedding and event floral designer serving Connecticut, New York, and Coastal New England! She specializes in timeless and spiritually curated fine art floral designs for beautiful couples and extraordinary clients.