When we arrived at the Cambria, we were so excited to be greeted by familiar faces. Our team had the pleasure of meeting Annie and her family when photographing her sister Michelle and Adam’s Cescaphe wedding at Tendenza! With this crowd and an amazing list of vendors, we knew we were in for a spectacular wedding at The Lucy!
Wedding Prep at The Cambria
While Alisha Nycole & Co. finished glamouring the girls, we got to work capturing all the delicately elegant details Annie curated for her day. A classic black and white invitation suite by Minted set the tone for a classically modern celebration. Annie’s sleek Made With Love Bridal gown from Lovely Bride Philly hung in the vast windows for admiring before she stepped into it with some help from Michelle and her mom. After adding a few delicate details and finally her radiant-cut Ring Concierge engagement ring, she was a bride ready to reveal herself. In a sweet first look with her father, Annie wiped away a tear before pinning on his boutonniere. Her & her girls headed down stairs and down town for a City Hall first look.
Off in a different part of the hotel, Logan and his groomsmen were eager to get the day going. They adjusted his black bowtie, fastened his classic cufflinks, and eased him into his velvet suit jacket. To kick-off the day of celebrations, each cracked a High Noon and toasted to the groom! A little liquid courage and Logan was ready to get to City Hall for his first glimpse at Annie as a bride.
First Look & Portraits at City Hall
Placed in front of the carousel, Logan awaited as his bride strode nearer and nearer until that brief moment of contact. When he turned around and saw Annie, he was filled with awe as his bride stunned from head to toe. Observing from all angles, he spun and admired her before bringing her in close for a kiss.
We traveled into the heart of City Hall for a few quieter moments surrounded by the amazing architecture. It felt like Annie and Logan were the only ones around amid the bustle of the city, the large stone archways and iron gates closing them off from the rest of the world. Annie’s wide smile and giggles were a breeze to capture as Logan placed kisses all over her cheeks, forehead, and lips. Their love truly on display as anticipation for their wedding at The Lucy grew with each moment together.
Friends & Family in Old City
When a wedding party stuns like Annie & Logan’s, there are few places that can match the vibes. Philadelphia’s First Bank in Old City is one of those timeless pieces of architecture we love to show off a wonderful wedding party. The crisp black dresses of the bridesmaids and smooth suits dawned by the groomsmen against the ancient stone gave that classic yet modern look. Hand in hand, Annie & Logan walked around Old City before heading to South Broad towards their wedding at The Lucy. With its perfect position just outside the venue, who wouldn’t take a minute for the signature City Hall shot?! Once inside The Lucy, the couple marveled at the ceremony space they were to stand in shortly before hiding away as guests began to enter.
Ceremony
Set with white florals and golden details, the ballroom of The Lucy held Annie & Logan’s loved ones together as they watched her walk down the aisle. Making her grand entrance as a bride down the winding staircase, all eyes were now on Annie. With her arm linked through her fathers, Annie made her way to an emotional Logan. Holding back his tears, Logan waited patiently as his bride sauntered down the candlelit path and took her hands as she approached. After a reading from Annie’s brother-in-law, the pair exchanged rings, vows, and their first kiss as husband and wife. It was finally time to celebrate the new Mr. & Mrs. Panacionnes!
Wedding Reception at The Lucy
The Lucy’s modern and luxurious ambiance boasted for Annie & Logan’s reception. Decked with delicate gold details and warm white florals by Beautiful Blooms, all of the attributes came together for a grand celebration. But before opening the ballroom to show all their guests, the wedding party joined the newlyweds for a fun surprise. All gathered as Annie & Logan poured a tower of champagne to officially kick off the celebration.
After the Panacionnes were introduced, their first dance to “Joy of my Life” took everyones full attention. Filled with more sweet smiles and laughter, they couldn’t have chosen a song more fitting. Sat at the sweetheart table, they took in words of wisdom and well wishes before each joining their parents for a dance. The Cescaphe catering team provided enough sustenance to keep them partying through the night! The FM Band kept the dance floor full as Annie & Logan silently cut their cake. The Cescaphe team took the newlyweds to kick-off their signature flambé bar before offering dessert. We headed outside one final time to make some night time magic with the colorful buildings lit up around us. It was such a joy to capture their wedding at The Lucy!
Congratulations to the Panacciones!
Photographer: Ashley Gerrity Photography | Getting Ready: The Cambria | Reception Venue: The Lucy | Florist: Beautiful Blooms | Entertainment: FM Band | Stationery: Minted | Caterer: Cescaphe | Wedding Dress: Made with Love Bridal | Dress Boutique: Lovely Bride | Bride’s Shoes: Badgley Mischka | Wedding Rings: Ring Concierge | Hair & Make up: Alisha Nycole & Co. |
