On a picture perfect September day, Cynthia and Dave got married at Main Street Ballroom in front of 18 friends and family members. The emotion and anticipation of seeing each other during their first look came over them both at the same time… it was so genuine and beautiful to be a part of; the same thing happened during their heartfelt vows (I love it when couples write their own vows – cue all the happy tears and sentimental laughter)!
Their love story began 8 years ago at UMBC (see more here); finally being able to have the intimate wedding they had dreamt of for so long, meant so much, especially after everything they’ve gone through in having a pandemic uproot their original plans!
I’m SO happy we not only had amazing weather, but made time to walk along Main Street during sunset… the golden glow was perfect and it was the one thing missing from their engagement photos so we took advantage and definitely made golden hour magic along a historic street that is full of incredible portrait locations!
Cynthia and her bridesmaids started the day getting ready at a cute airBnB full of charm and personality in Federal Hill while Dave got ready at Main Street Ballroom. There were 3 sets of dresses and shoes that made up Cynthia’s wedding day look and each one was so perfect for that specific part of the day…
5 FUN FACTS ABOUT C+D’S MAIN STREET BALLROOM INDUSTRIAL CHIC WEDDING:
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Cynthia’s main look was a timeless and chic Allure Bridals gown with a deep v-neck in the front paired with classic white Cole Haan heels and a BHLDN veil; for the tea ceremony, she wore this red lace Lulu’s dress with red heels and for the dinner reception at the Elkridge Furnace Inn, she paired comfort with style while wearing sparkly white Keds and a shorter fitted white dress.
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This was my first time photographing a tea ceremony and it was so lovely! The double happiness symbol on the tea set paired with all of the gold jewelry that Cynthia’s mother passed down to her was such a memorable and respectful ceremonial tradition that made for joyful and relaxed photos with both of their parents.
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Dave and his groomsmen showed off their personality with custom Star Wars socks and embroidered monogrammed fabric inside their Indochino tuxes.
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After all the family and wedding party portraits, they popped champagne on the patio together… more post-ceremony champagne explosions please!
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Despite having a small number of guests, they still came up with the most adorable and unique wedding favors; I have never seen anyone do this before and am completely obsessed! “Thank you for everything (but the bagel)…” Everything but the bagel spice in little glass jars!!!! Scroll down to see!!
When it was time for their intimate ceremony to begin against the white barn doors and chandelier above, the floral arch that Wander and Whimsy created, framed their love and provided a perfectly lush yet minimal backdrop to all of their photos…
Their traditional tea ceremony was full of love, laughter, lots of festive red and black details and an outfit change!
After cutting the cake and enjoying champagne (not the popped bottles, that came later!), it was time to head out for golden hour portraits and oh man, was it goooood… just look at how we started, with that light coming around the corner of the venue as Cynthia and Dave just happened to be walking up the hill. I saw them standing this way completely naturally and freaked out, telling them “DON’T MOVE! STAY RIGHT THERE and SLOW YOUR ROLL!” Haha, but for real… Cynthia had a few key spots where she wanted to take portraits and I honestly don’t know how to choose a favorite!
Congratulations again, cuties! From your proposal full of plushies to your party full of the people you love most, I am so excited for you both and can’t wait to celebrate with you again in 2021!
xo,
Naomi
VENDOR LOVE:
Naomi!! I am speechless!! These photos are amazing!!!!
THANK YOU! But it was alllll you guys and your adorable love!!!
Wow! These photos captured the spirit of the wedding! Excellent work!
My favorite couple!!! These pictures turned out wonderfully and Naomi was a great photographer and perfect hype man that day!
😍 this wedding was absolutely beautiful. Thank you for doing such an amazing job capturing their love and happiness, Naomi! We’re all going to treasure these photos for many years 💕
Superb photos and what delightful captures you took Naomi!! Every type of emotion was present, and it was all so beautiful. We will treasure these photos for a long time to come!
11/10 on these photos!!!!! Dave popping the champagne is the perfect action shot 😂. Beautiful!
What fantastic photos of the couple! Everyone is on their A game but Cynthia is a superstar!
Nice! Great shots!
Love, love, LOVE how well these shots came out Naomi! Can’t wait to see the rest!!
The pictures are so beautiful! The wedding is full of love ❤️ sweet and warm. I am so happy for them.
My daughter is so beautiful! Love the wedding the photos.
Great pictures and a beautiful couple! The crispness/clarity is amazing.
Great pictures!! Lovely wedding!
Aesthetically pleasing couple! What great pictures! I miss you both, especially Dave.
What a beautiful wedding!
Beautiful photos, beautiful venue, beautiful couple 🙂
Beautiful photos! We are very happy!
Such a beautiful couple! Lovely wedding and photos are gorgeous! Look forward to celebrating next year!
love the way these photos tell a story!
Love the photos!! Thanks so much Naomi!
The photos are gorgeous, and just as lovely as the couple themselves. What splendid photos to commemorate a beautiful occasion!
Love the photos! Such a classy couple and classy photos to match! And that arch! Swoon!
Wow these photos are amazing, Congrats Dave and Cynthia!
So happy for my son and my new daughter-in-law!
OMG these photos! Cynthia you are stunning and Dave’s face is priceless 🙂 that red dress, the tea ceremony your girls, everything was captured beautifully! Many many congrats!