Kimmel Center Wedding | Brittnay Schaffer & Will Grimm

Get ready everyone, this incredible Kimmel Center wedding is a doozy. A proverbial pantheon of amazing Philadelphia vendors came together to celebrate this love story in a beautiful way.

Getting Ready for the Kimmel Center Wedding

Brittnay and her lovely assembly of bridesmaids, along with her mom, all busily buzzed around the gorgeous AirBnB she had rented for her wedding day preparations. Arielle of Arielle Fera Events was already there, keeping everyone on track and spirits high when we arrived to start photographing what would prove to be a historic wedding. Brittnay’s details were exquisite. Everything was perfectly coordinated. The grey and copper color scheme really resonated with us (can you see why?), and we happily captured every last detail. The invitation suite from Hello Bird combined geometric shapes with delicate calligraphy and watercolors. They were truly amazing. 

The rose gold wedding bands sparkled in the velvet ring box engraved with her soon to be last initial. Will’s was engraved with a sweet “I got you”, speaking volumes about their relationship. 

The flowers from Devon + Pinkett were a vision of greens and white. The textures really popped when Brittnay slipped into her stunning lace cutout dress. 

The ladies in their matching robes were all smiles and anxiously awaited the moment when Brittany would don her dress and complete her bridal transformation. Their patience was rewarded soon enough. She was ready to see Will and we couldn’t wait for him to see her!

Will was nearby getting ready. His suit had a heart patch sewn into the jacket with his initials in a bit of customization. His burgundy polka dotted pocket square really stood out next to his succulent boutonniere. The window light made for a perfect groom portrait before heading out to meet his bride.

Copper & Grey wedding invitation for a Kimmel Center Wedding by Hello Bird styled against concrete with loose greenery
Copper & Grey wedding invitation by Hello Bird styled against concrete with loose greenery paired with custom wedding bands from L Priori in a monogrammed Mrs Box
Custom engraved rose gold wedding rings by L Priori Jewelry in a velvet grey monogrammed Mrs Box
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Groom getting ready for his wedding day in Philadelphia
Groom getting ready for his wedding day in Philadelphia
Groom's grandfather and best man puts his boutonnierre on him as he gets ready for his wedding day
Succulent boutonnierre by Devon & Pinket against a blue tailored groom's suit and burgundy polka dotted handkerchief
Portrait of a groom in a corduroy chair with a Succulent boutonnierre by Devon & Pinket against a blue tailored groom's suit and burgundy polka dotted handkerchief
Portrait of a groom in a corduroy chair with a Succulent boutonnierre by Devon & Pinket against a blue tailored groom's suit and burgundy polka dotted handkerchief
Grooms initials embroidered inside of his blue suit on a heart

The First Look and Portraits Around Philadelphia

Brittnay and Will combined their first look and letter reading. Back to back, they stood on their street in Philly and read of the other’s love and excitement for their wedding day. When they’d finished, they turned and embraced. They were finally together on their wedding day. Before we got too far, their sweet puppy joined them for a few family shots before we wandered the city for their portraits. There is no bad way to photograph these two, and we shot away until it was time for their Kimmel Center wedding ceremony and reception!

Bride & Groom coming to each other for their first look on Addison St in Philadelphia
Bride & groom reading letters they had written for each other while standing back to back before their first look on Addison St in Philadelphia
Bride & groom reading letters they had written for each other while standing back to back before their first look on Addison St in Philadelphia
Bride & groom embrace each other after their first look on Addison St in Philadelphia before their Kimmel Center wedding
Bride stands back to back with her dog for a first look on Addison St in Philadelphia
Bride holding a card from her dog that reads "Thanks a Buttload" during her first look with her dog
Bride's first look with her dog
Dog in a bowtie kisses the groom on his wedding day
Wedding day portrait of the Best dog in a bowtie during his parents wedding day
Bride, groom, & best dog in a bow tie pose together for wedding photos
Groom takes a knee next to his best dog, wearing matching bow ties
Bride & Groom hold hands for a wedding photo on Addison St in Philadelphia before their Kimmel Center Wedding
Bride & Groom hold hands for a wedding photo on Addison St in Philadelphia before their Kimmel Center Wedding
Bride & Groom embrace for wedding portraits on Addison St in Philadelphia before their Kimmel Center Wedding
Bride & Groom embrace for wedding portraits on Addison St in Philadelphia before their Kimmel Center Wedding
Bride & Groom walk hand in hand across Spruce St in Philadelphia on their way to their wedding party photos before their Kimmel Center Wedding
Bride & groom pose in Rittenhouse Square for their wedding portraits before their Kimmel Center wedding
Bride & groom pose in Rittenhouse Square for their wedding portraits before their Kimmel Center wedding
Bride & groom pose in Rittenhouse Square for their wedding portraits before their Kimmel Center wedding
Bride & Groom embrace alongside the blue tiled fountain at Rittenhouse Square with florals from Devon & Pinkett
Wedding party photos at Rittenhouse Square

The Kimmel Center Wedding Ceremony

On top of one of the performance centers inside the Kimmel Center, in front of hanging greenery hoops and the stunning architecture of the center, Brittnay and Will got married. Arm in arm with her dad, who couldn’t stop smiling, she floated down the aisle to Will. They exchanged their vows and rings. When they were pronounced, Will gently cupped her face with his hands and they shared a tender kiss of pure happiness. Then it was time to enjoy the night with their friends and family.

Copper & Glass wedding ceremony details with loose greenery and white candles in hurricanes
Bride walking down the aisle with her father for her Kimmel Center wedding
Bride walking down the aisle with her father for her Kimmel Center wedding
Wide photo of the industrial ceremony space for Kimmel Center wedding showing a ceremony backdrop of copper pipe and greenery wreaths
Readings take place in the industrial ceremony space for Kimmel Center wedding showing a ceremony backdrop of copper pipe and greenery wreaths
Wedding ceremony highlights take place in the industrial ceremony space for Kimmel Center wedding showing a ceremony backdrop of copper pipe and greenery wreaths
Bride & groom walk out together from the industrial ceremony space for Kimmel Center wedding showing a ceremony backdrop of copper pipe and greenery wreaths

The Kimmel Center Wedding Reception

Garces Events brought the deliciousness. Maggpie Rentals brought the beautiful sweetheart table and copper chairs for the newlyweds to enjoy. The Kimmel Center brought the stunning views. Jumper Philly brought the entertainment. But it was Brittnay and Will who brought the party!

They opened the dance floor with panache. Their parent dances were sweet and brought more than one tear to the eyes of those watching. When the party was well underway, we took the quick elevator ride down to Broad Street for some night shots. The rest of the night wore away and before we left, Brittany and Will whisked off to their happily ever through a line of sparklers held by friends. 

Sweetheart table against the wooden walls of the Kimmel Center with wreaths of copper piping and loose greenery
Place settings for a wedding with copper chargers and copper utensils, light grey napkins tied in greenery
Sweetheart table against the wooden walls of the Kimmel Center with wreaths of copper piping and loose greenery with menus printed on acrylic
Bride & groom enter their Kimmel Center wedding reception and begin their first dance
First dance at a Kimmel Center wedding reception
Parent dances at a Kimmel Center wedding reception
Black & white wedding photo of a bride & groom on Broad St in Philadelphia in front of City Hall as traffic rushes by
Black & white wedding photo of a bride & groom on Broad St in Philadelphia in front of City Hall as traffic rushes by
Black & white wedding photo of a bride & groom on Broad St in Philadelphia in front of City Hall as traffic rushes by
Bride & groom walking back to their Kimmel center Wedding reception
Bride & groom run through a sparkler exit along Broad St in front of their Kimmel Center Wedding
Bride & groom kiss during a sparkler exit along Broad St in front of their Kimmel Center Wedding
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