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Bonnet Island Estate Wedding | Lauren and Joseph

Lauren and Joseph are married! They planned a beautiful summer wedding at Bonnet Island Estate in Manahawkin, NJ. It was a romantic and elegant day, celebrating the start of their next chapter in life together. Lauren and Joseph chose a summery palette of blush pink, gold, and greens, which looked amazing against the light pastels around Bonnet Island Estate. It was the perfect summer wedding! 

Summertime Bonnet Island Estate Wedding

From the moment I arrived to Lauren’s bridal suite, I knew I would be in for a day full of rich details – and lots of fun, too. I actually brought a bubble maker with me for some fun bridesmaids photos and it turned out to be a great hit, it was a blast in that room for sure. But, she also had the most gorgeous details ever, including an incredible watercolor invitation suite of the venue. I couldn’t get enough of those custom envelope liners! 

When Lauren was completely ready, she met Joseph for a first look inside the chapel at Bonnet Island Estate. They were both overwhelmed (in the best way!) and you could just feel the happiness in the room. We explored around the chapel and in the gardens for some of their first portraits together on their wedding day. Their pup and flower girl, Ruby, even joined them for a few portraits, too. She was so sweet and super well-behaved for Lauren and Joseph. 

The night of their wedding had the most beautiful sunset, so we made sure to spend a little time on the docks at Bonnet Island Estate for some last portraits together. I’m all about sunset portraits and these ones did not disappoint!! I love looking back on these portraits and seeing just how relaxed and happy the new Mr. and Mrs. were in that moment. As the sun finished setting, we headed back into their reception. Talk about wow – Lauren and Joseph had such beautiful florals and place settings, really pulling in the blush pink and gold from their color scheme. Simply stunning!

Congratulations again, Lauren and Joseph! I’m so happy for you both and I hope you’re enjoying married life along with sweet Ruby! 

custom watercolor invitation suite featuring Bonnet Island Estate by The Jess Press

custom watercolor invitation suite for summer Bonnet Island Estate wedding

wedding ring in pale pink box on custom invitations

bride's oval diamond ring in white flower for Bonnet Island Estate wedding

custom vow booklets with pink ribbons for NJ wedding day

bride looks at dress hanging on wooden mirror at Bonnet Island Estate

bride and bridesmaids laugh at bubbles in bridal suite at Bonnet Island Estate

bride poses with bridesmaids in matching pink robes

bride's wedding dress hangs on wooden mirror in bridal suite at Bonnet Island Estate

bridesmaids in dusty pink dresses adjusts bride's skirt by window

mother in pink and purple gown helps bride with jewelry

mother helps bride into wedding gown at Bonnet Island Estate

mother puts earrings on bride in front of windows at Bonnet Island Estate

bridesmaids in pink gowns help bride prepare for NJ wedding

bride looks down at bouquet with white roses and duty pink flowers

bride sits with veil around shoulders holding all-white floral bouquet from MDS Florals

groom's black shoes for NJ wedding day at Bonnet Island Estate

groomsman in navy suit jacket helps groom with buttons

groom adjusts custom shirt cuff

groom adjusts pink tie on front porch of NJ home

groom's black shoes for NJ wedding day at Bonnet Island Estate

groom stands on front porch of home in Manahawkin NJ in navy suit with pink tie

father shakes groom's hand during prep for NJ wedding

groom poses with dad on front porch of NJ home

groom poses against wall at home with navy jacket over shoulder

bride approaches groom in chapel at Bonnet Island Estate for first look

bride holds groom's chin during portraits inside chapel at Bonnet Island Estate

bride and groom kiss in chapel at Bonnet Island Estate

bride and groom hold hands walking by stone fireplace

newlyweds hug by stone fireplace with ivory flowers on hearth

bride and groom sit on white chairs in chapel at Bonnet Island Estate

bride twirls in wedding dress by stone fireplace at Bonnet Island Estate

groom sits by stone wall with arm on leg at Bonnet Island Estate

bride poses with veil wrapped around her in front of stone fireplace at Bonnet Island Estate

newlyweds kiss outside Bonnet Island Estate with bride's veil floating behind them

newlyweds kneel with golden retriever at Bonnet Island Estate

golden retriever licks nose with green and white floral collar

bride and groom kiss with white flower petals falling on them

bride and bridesmaids in pink gowns smile in front of ivory flowers on stone fireplace

bridesmaids hold pink and white bouquets by stone wall at Bonnet Island Estate

bride laughs with bridesmaids showing off wedding ring

groom stands with groomsmen in navy suits by stone fireplace outside Bonnet Island Estate

groomsmen hug groom during photos outside Bonnet Island Estate

groomsmen show off custom embroidery on suit shits

bride and groom pose with wedding party outside Bonnet Island Estate

groom dips bride kissing her in front of wedding party at Bonnet Island Estate

details for ceremony in barn at Bonnet Island Estate

golden retriever walks down aisle at Bonnet Island Estate

bride walks down aisle with father for ceremony in chapel at Bonnet Island Estate

bride and groom hold hands by stone fireplace during ceremony at Bonnet Island Estate

Bonnet Island Estate wedding reception with pink and white floral displays

white and gold details for wedding reception at Bonnet Island Estate

place setting with pink napkin holding menu card at Bonnet Island Estate

place setting with gold silverware and pink napkins holding menus

wedding reception floral centerpieces with pink and white flowers

groom dips bride during dance at Bonnet Island Estate

bride dances with father during NJ wedding reception

groom dances with mother in gold dress at Bonnet Island Estate

groom carries bride through gardens at Bonnet Island Estate

bride and groom kiss at sunset with veil around them on dock at Bonnet Island Estate

man in navy suit leans down to nuzzle bride with veil floating behind her at sunset

 

bride and groom hold hands walking on dock outside Bonnet Island Estate

bride and groom kiss on dock at sunset in front of Bonnet Island Estate

groom kisses bride dipping her with veil floating behind them

bride and groom pose by wedding cake at Bonnet Island Estate

MANAHAWKIN NJ WEDDING VENDORS

Venue: Bonnet Island Estate
Videographer: Northeast Horizons
Entertainment: SCE Event Group
Florist: MDS Florals
Hair Stylist: Brides by Sette
Makeup Artist: Bridal Makeup By Kat
Wedding Gown: Alon Livne from La Belle Mariee
Bridesmaid Dresses: Show Me Your Mumu
Bridal Shoes: Stuart Weitzman
Groom & Groomsmen Attire: State & Liberty and Kenneth Cole from Men’s Wearhouse
Bakery: The Bake Works
Invitations: The Jess Press
Musicians: Ceremonious Strings
Photo Booth: Lunar Photo Booth

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Bonnet Island Estate wedding in Manahawkin NJ photographed by destination wedding photographer Susan Elizabeth Weddings

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