Weddingbee Blog

After we blew through our family and wedding party photos, we headed off to the church which was less than three minutes from the inn. We actually arrived about 10 minutes early so we were able to relax a bit and enjoy the stunning weather. I still can’t believe it was 82 degrees and breezy in early September!

I love this close-up detail photo of my bouquet and engagement ring. This is why you get a manicure on your wedding day.


Some people set aside money in their budget for an antique car. While I think that is a nice touch, we just couldn’t afford or justify this as we were walking from the ceremony to the reception.

Instead we were driven by Mr. Onion’s best friend/GM and his wife in their BMW. Not too shabby! In fact, how to get to the church wasn’t something I had planned in advance (I know — GASP)! Our GM was all over this though — honored and excited to get to spend a quite moment with us before the ceremony.

OK, I’m ready… can we go now?!

The front of the church as we arrived.

I didn’t carry a purse — it was wonderful to have nothing to remember but my bouquet! My BM carried a little extra lipstick for me (remember to ask your make-up artist for this as you will need to reapply throughout the day).

Finishing the touch-up with the wedding party all ready to go.

I just can’t resist, my flower girl is so sweet!

Mr. Onion’s best friend, his wife and Mr. Onion. No one remembers what was so funny — this photo cracks me up!

More silliness before Mr. Onion went around to the front of the church to wait with our minister. He was holding my bouquet for me and Daria thought this was too cute.

My adorable dear friend from college with her boyfriend (they flew from Milwaukee to join us — ended up taking a week vacation in New England and ending their trip with us). The night before the wedding I asked her if she’d greet people at the door and offer them a program. She was the PERFECT person for the job — I love her smile! Note: She is wearing a JCrew Bridesmaid dress she wore in her sister’s wedding earlier that year. You can wear a Bridemaid dress again!

Here is my DIY program. Printed on additional card stock and a monogram from Creative Montage. I think they came out quite well.

Momma Onion getting excited for the ceremony to begin!

Dear family friends who have known my family since before I was born. The woman on the left I call my “aunt” and the woman on the right was my grandmother’s best friend for 30 years (you might remember from a previous post that my grammy passed a few years ago).

Mr. Onion’s Grandmother and his brother’s girlfriend patiently waiting for the ceremony to begin.

More friends get settled pre-ceremony.

Our minister with her warm welcoming smile!

I love this photo. This is the moment that it hit me — I was about to get married to the love of my life. I wasn’t scared, just a little nervous that in a moment everyone would be focused on me walking down the isle. I closed my eyes, took a deep breath and a moment later we were told we were ready to begin.

Up Next….the ceremony begins.

Photos: Daria Bishop Photography
All flowers: Fresh Floral Design Studio
Location: First Congregational Church, Burlington, VT
My Dress: Romona Keveza from Mark Ingram’s Bridal Atelier
My Veil: Two tier elbow length from Rose’s Bridal, NYC
Mr. Onion’s suit: Alan David Custom
BM Dresses: Ann Taylor Celebrations Collection
GM Suits: Rental from Dante Zellar