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A Rare Al Fresco Wedding at The Gardens at Elm Bank

Elm Bank is known for its lush gardens and historic charm, but itโ€™s rare to see a truly al fresco wedding unfold across its breathtaking grounds. An open-air celebration that embraces the beauty of nature is truly a rare thing in New England. Anything outside needs a rain plan. Yet, this couple had a vision, and they went for it - and itโ€™s a striking example of how beautifully things can work out sometimes. Their vision truly came to life magically, with a sun-drenched ceremony in the Italianate Garden, a cocktail hour wovenโ€ฆ

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A Dreamy Wedding at Willowdale Estate for LMP

If you're searching for a New England wedding venue that combines historic charm with breathtaking natural beauty, look no further than Willowdale Estate. Nestled in the heart of the scenic Bradley Palmer State Park in Topsfield, Massachusetts, this venue offers a timeless setting for couples lookingโ€ฆ

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ENGAGEMENTS Amanda Macchia ENGAGEMENTS Amanda Macchia

A Joyful and Inclusive Engagement Session with Rachel and Kysha

Talk about a perfect day for a session! On the heels of Bostonโ€™s Pride Weekend, Kysha, Rachel and I met outside of the Boston Public Garden for their engagement session. I dug their vibe from the time they booked me and couldnโ€™t wait to meet. And then I found out that Rachel had been keeping a secret from me (how dare she!)โ€ฆ

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WEDDINGS, ELOPEMENTS Amanda Macchia WEDDINGS, ELOPEMENTS Amanda Macchia

The Joys of Restaurant Micro-Weddings: A Beautiful Pivot at Oleana

In the world of wedding planning, flexibility and resilience often become key themes, especially when unexpected events arise. This was the case for our lovely couple, who had originally planned a grand celebration in Nahant. However, a family emergency necessitated a swift change in plans, leading them to pivot to an intimate, yet equally magical, micro-wedding at Oleana in Cambridgeโ€ฆ

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Rocky and Julia's Moody Fairytale Wedding at The Tower

This Bay Village wedding venue is such a gem. Inspired by a medieval fortress, the Longwood Venuesโ€™ property is a basically a castle right in downtown Boston. This Romanesque Revival-style building was built in the 1890s as a part of the Armory of the First Corps of Cadets. According to The Boston Globe, it was used to store arms, house a rifle range, military gym, and drill hall. Now, itโ€™s a moody fairytale wedding venueโ€ฆ

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An Early Spring Wedding at the Red Lion Inn with Adriane + Dave

Iโ€™m so thrilled to share the story of Adriane and Dave's April wedding at The Red Lion Inn in Massachusetts. This popular venue is great for Boston-area couples and anyone looking for a turnkey venue that doesnโ€™t sacrifice quality. Nestled in the heart of Cohasset, The Red Lion Inn is a gem of a venue that perfectly blends rustic charmโ€ฆ

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