Sweet Boathouse Sunset for Sarah & Nick

​Sarah and Nick’s wedding was incredibly special since they chose all of the personal details that reflected them, not the least of which was including their pup Waldo in the occasion! They got a perfect late summer day and had a wonderful team in place to make sure everything came together beautifully. Their wedding took place at the Cambridge Boat Club and the story is presented with photos from Cheetah Design Studio below.

​Nick and his groomsmen started off the day getting ready at home while the ladies were in a suite at Le Meridian.  Makeup was done by the talented Demiche; the ladies looked done up to absolute perfection!  Sarah & Nick had their first look and then made their way to the venue. While they took photos with their family, bridal party (and Waldo the pup!) outside, we were inside with the team getting everything ready to go.
 
One of our favorite caterers, Forklift, was onsite to take care of all of the rentals and the setup of the tables and chairs in the venue.  The couple opted for a dark blue linen which fit the nautical look of the space so well.  Bistro lights were strung by Seacoast Events, making the space feel warm and cozy and special inside. Blooms of Hope provided the sunny bouquets and lovely floral centerpieces for the couple.

​At long last, it was ceremony time, with everyone gathered facing the Charles River and the bridal party standing as a backdrop to Sarah & Nick.  Even Waldo walked down the aisle! The ceremony was short and super sweet, and there was a big cheer when Sarah & Nick had their first kiss as husband and wife. The newlyweds took just a few more pictures as guests enjoyed cocktail hour and the ceremony chairs were all moved into the reception room to make room for a dance floor.  DJ Kevin, a friend of the couple, introduced the bridal party and the new “husband and wife” who entered the room and got straight to dancing to “Let’s Never Stop Falling in Love” by Pink Martini. An emotional mother/son dance and father/daughter dance followed before the DJ asked all of the guests to find their seats.  Guests were able to find their escort cards attached to adorable mercury glass candles, the perfect placecard and favor in one!

A few toasts started us off while the buffet was prepped. The bride’s sisters and the groom’s brother all said a few words to set the mood. Dinner followed, and each item on the menu was thoughtfully prepared by Forklift after their tasting with the couple.  One of the items, kheyma, was a take on a traditional Armenian dish and a nod to Nick’s heritage.

​Dessert was set out after dinner was served and it was a unique display.  Forklift provided both a “cheese” cake – multi-tiered delicious cheeses – as well as a beautiful croquembouche.  This is similar to a tower of donut holes covered in sweet caramel. The bride shared with us that this classic French dessert had personal meaning for her, and Forklift figured out how to make one!
 
After dessert, dancing resumed in earnest and lasted well into the night.  Guests even partied after the end time at a local bar.  There was so much to celebrate with Sarah & Nick’s union! Congratulations you two!