Louann and Marco’s wedding day at Elkins Estate was a full-circle celebration—marking nine years of a love story that began in middle school, carried through long-distance letters, and arrived at a wedding day, surrounded by everyone who had witnessed it grow.

The morning unfolded quietly, filled with anticipation. Louann got ready alongside her sisters, laughter and emotion weaving through the room, while Marco spent the morning with his groomsmen, filled with energy equally joyful. Before seeing each other, Louann shared deeply emotional reveals with her parents.

They chose to exchange gifts privately, each opening letters and tokens from the other, a nod to the years they had spent communicating across distance. It was intimate, intentional, and deeply reflective of who they are together.

Their first look followed—equal parts nerves and ease—before wandering the grounds of the estate for portraits. The day gifted them the kind of perfect fall light photographers dream of: warm sun, crisp air, and the quiet beauty of the changing season wrapping around them.

Their ceremony brought together loved ones from every chapter of their story. With heartfelt vows exchanged, a meaningful prayer, and a long-awaited kiss, Louann and Marco stepped into marriage surrounded by the people who had watched their love evolve over nearly a decade.

As if on cue, the sun dipped low just after the ceremony, casting the estate in a golden glow. Freshly married, they slipped away for sunset portraits—those first quiet moments together filled with excitement, relief, and the surreal joy of we did it.

Cocktail hour began with embraces and laughter, the kind of reunion energy that only comes from years of shared history. As guests made their way inside, the celebration shifted effortlessly into the reception—marked by a grand entrance, an unforgettable first dance, and a room full of cheers that carried late into the evening.

The night ended in style, with both Louann and Marco changing into their second looks before cutting their cake—one final moment to savor before the celebration came to a close.

The Vendor Team:

Venue: @elkinsestate
Hair & Makeup: @ama_weddings
Florals: @blomstfloraldesign
Musicians: @andrealevineartists
DJ: @reel_productions_
Dress: @kyhastudios
Tux: @_tessuto