THE BELVEDERE | MONICA & CHARLIE | BALTIMORE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

PRE-WEDDING

Monica and Charlie prepared for their wedding at Hotel Revival. Each room is different, but offers so much style. Both the boy’s room and girl’s room were buzzing with excitement and anticipation. As Monica had her hair and make-up done, Charlie was in his own suite kicking it with the guys, helping to tie bow ties.

Once everyone was dressed and ready to go, transportation was provided to travel together down to Fells Point. Charlie stood by the water awaiting his bride in a custom suit, and Monica made her way over in a Hayley Paige gown that she paired with a blush WTOO skirt. The pair shared in a gorgeous, joy striking first look that had us all beaming back at them. We jumped right into photos with friends and family who came out to celebrate them, ensuring they could attend their cocktail hour and dive right into the fun.

CEREMONY

Intimate attendees of the wedding, including immediate family, gathered round a table before the ceremony. Monica and Charlie took part in a Ketubah signing. It was so sweet and one of the best Ketubah signing ceremonies I’ve seen. I loved the way they executed this, including their favorite people. This was evidently a special part of the day for them-and it showed through and through.

Meanwhile, guests were filling the grand hall of The Belvedere. Florals adorned the Huppah that Monica and Charlie would be married under. Music played softly, and a romantic scene was set. The pair were joined in front of everyone, who warmly clapped and cheered as they exited their formal ceremony-newlyweds!

PARTY TIME

Short of a few moments alone, and a quick change into Kate Spade dancing shoes, Monica and Charlie wasted no time in getting to their party. They joined their cocktail hour and started mingling. This rolled quickly into their reception, where they were introduced in style. Champagne flowed as toasts were shared and glasses, clinked. After dinner, the dance floor opened and a beautiful baked good display was served up for dessert. I will fully admit that I hit it up for a head-sized chocolate chip cookie that rocked my world. NO regrets!

FIVE FUN FACTS

Monica and Charlie’s song is “Shake It Off” by Taylor Swift. <3
As a surprise, there was not just one first look, but two! After their wedding ceremony, Monica changed out of her WTOO blush skirt and rocked the Hayley Paige gown underneath in it’s original glory. She surprised Charlie before cocktail hour with a second reveal!
The bride’s maiden name was Baena. The couple provided bottles of olive oil from Baena, Spain as a wedding favor!
I mentioned Charlie’s custom suit earlier, but it was SO dapper that they even sewed the date it was created for inside. P.S. Check those shoes!
The reception details were so lavish and well planned. Each table showcased a varied centerpiece, paired with a calligraphed name of a city in Spain.