I Carry Your Heart With Me // Jackie + Harrison

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It was a crisp, bright fall day…and a beautiful day for a wedding! Today was Jackie and Harrison’s gorgeous wedding day! The couple had wonderful reasons for choosing their all-in-one wedding location, the grand Liberty House Restaurant in Jersey City, New Jersey. The two love New York City and travel into the “Big Apple” quite often (Harrison even proposed there before dinner and a show) and their love story actually began just five miles from their wedding location. Liberty House Restaurant overlooks the city they adore and provided the most breathtaking backdrop to this beautiful wedding day.

Their wedding had a very glamorous, very “big city” vibe, just as Jackie had envisioned. Everything was simply impeccable. The colors Jackie and Harrison chose were classic and neutral, the venue was upscale and the evening affair signaled a decidedly formal event.

Jackie prepared for the day at Harrison’s parents’ house while Harrison and his groomsmen got ready and dressed into their classic matching black tuxedos at the Westin Hotel near their venue. During a quiet moment as they were getting ready, the two shared love notes that they had exchanged. We’re always delighted when our couples choose to exchange cards because we know they’ll treasure the moment they first read those sentiments forever. We were so glad to be there to film that moment for Jackie. Then Jackie put on her wedding dress with the help of her bridesmaids and mother and prepared to head to their venue.

Jackie wore a gorgeous satiny pleated strapless ball gown with a delicate bow detail at the waistline. As the perfect “something blue” for her outfit, Jackie put on those bright cobalt heels. Her hair was fashioned in a lovely updo with her satin-edged fingertip length veil fastened to the back. She and her bridesmaids in their long blush colored gowns, carried lush all-white floral bouquets from Jardiniere Fine Flowers.

Before their ceremony commenced, Jackie and Harrison shared an exciting first look at the adjacent Liberty State Park. We loved the fact that neither could contain their elation at the sight of the other! First looks never fail to bring a smile to our faces. Then we filmed their formal and candid photo session until the sun began to set on the horizon. It was such a pleasure to work alongside B Hull Photography throughout Jackie and Harrison’s wedding event. Be sure to check out Belkis Hull’s website blog to view some of the fabulous and creative photos from the day.

Jackie and Harrison’s ceremony began after sunset outdoors behind the restaurant with view of the vibrant Manhattan skyline. Two enormous urns overflowing with white flowers stood on either side of the couple as their close friend officiated their ceremony. Their touching ceremony was filled with so many personal thoughts and stories of how the two met and how their love grew. It ended with the recitation of their lovely traditional vows.

Inside Liberty House Restaurant, Jackie and Harrison’s reception continued their luxe, glamorous theme. The tables were dressed in classic champagne linens and sprawling white floral centerpieces and encircled by quintessential chiavari chairs. A garland of white roses draped across Jackie and Harrison’s sweetheart table while their heavenly white four-tiered cake topped with white blooms from Carlo’s Bakery was prominently displayed. White paper lanterns hung over the dance floor where Jackie and Harrison shared their first romantic dance together as husband and wife, followed by touching first dances with their parents.

That evening, we were all treated to wonderful heartfelt speeches from Jackie’s father, her friend and maid of honor and by Harrison’s brother and best man. These were the best kind of toasts…the ones that made you both laugh and cry. Following dinner, the dance floor opened up and the celebration reached another level! Esteem Entertainment’s live 10-piece band kept the floor hopping with their energetic sound and everyone had a ball dancing the night away!

Jackie and Harrison’s wedding was such a spectacular event, filled with sincere love, laughter and joy. Our wish for the couple is that all their days be as joyous as their wedding day. Congratulations and best wishes to Jackie and Harrison!