A lot of times I go into an engagement session without having met the couple before since more and more of my clients are booking sight un-scene. Vicki from My Simple Details styled the shoot, and set me up with the couple. I knew I was in for a treat, as Vicki can rock out details! I was so excited when I met Astrid and Fred, especially seeing their pup Henry. He is a Bichon, which as you know my little Pancakes is half Bichon. So they had a piece of my heart from the get-go! Vicki hauled out a fab white leather settee as well as some super adorable props for the shoot.

If you are interested in setting up a fabulously styled shoot with Vicki and I, shoot me an email! (kate@katetriano.com)

Enjoy the photos!




Love the funny face!



Only 2 VIP’s allowed behind this velvet rope!



the chalkboard lists all the places they have been together, including where their wedding will be…..the dominican republic!

After a quick scene/outfit change we chased what last bit of yummy sunlight we had.



Cupcakes and blindfolds=perfect combo!

I can’t wait for your wedding this December in the Dominican Republic!

Part two of Michelle and Jason’s fabulous Cape May wedding at Congress Hall, yay! Sorry for the delay folks! We ended the last post with the ceremony so now we are on to the portraits and reception! Enjoy!!

one last kiss after walking down the aisle as husband and wife

congrats and kisses

when a couple provides parasols for the guests, it’s a law that you must photograph the b&g with one as well

Jason’s grandma made all the groomsmens vests by herself! Each one had a funky-cool lining and a patch that says:

I can’t remember what that means though – something about West VA? Jason, remind me!

love the shoes and socks!

John Denvers “thank God I’m a Country Boy” happened to be playing while we were taking the guys shoe shot, so they had to have some fun

i hope you all love the portraits as much as i do!

the reception room was just fantastic. i love the modern chic colors and style. LOVE IT!

i adore the table-name plants for each guest!

Michelle and her Dad’s dance started off sweet as can be, and ended up….

AWESOME! the bridesmaids came out to join and did a fab rehearsed dance

their DJ (dj polo) is a dear friend so he was a guest and the dj!

another law, when Alan Greenspan is a guest at your wedding you dance with him!

congrats again you two, you rock my world!!

Finally! I know I’ve been teasing you all with this wedding, sorry about that!

Michelle and Jason were married in Cape May, NJ, on June 20th. I was so honored to be a part of this loving couples wedding day. They are so kind and sincere. When I first met them, I knew we were a good match!

Their venue, Congress Hall was across from the beach, so up my alley, pretty much the coolest venue I’ve been to.

all the details of this wedding were just stunning. the dress, jewelry, guys outfits, reception room. the PEOPLE. everything.

Michelle getting help with the final touches from her Mom and her maid of honor…

and the bridesmaids seeing her ready for the first time. i love their reactions!!

you could see the ceremony location from the suites balcony, it was moved off the lawn because of the rain. I loved how intimate it was under the patio, it was perfect.

a bit more prep time…

and some champagne..

i love how her dress tied with tulle at the neckline, so chic!

a quick portrait outside the room and then it was time to head down for the ceremony!

parasols, fans, and perfect programs

i love how when she is looking at the reader, he is looking at her. so sweet!

laughs and tears during their handwritten vows

coming back up the aisle for photos, loev it!

to be continued………