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How they met….

Ashley and Justin met on Bumble! Ashley made the first move.

How they got engaged….

Justin proposed to Ashley during a trip to Paris on the balcony of their hotel room which overlooked the Tuileries Garden and had the Eiffel Tower sparkling in the background.

Justin insisted on booking a room with a balcony in November, and Ashley soon understood why! He knew Ashley would be most comfortable if they were secluded for their special moment. With such an incredible view all to themselves, it was a moment that neither Ashley or Justin will ever forget!

After the proposal, Ashley and Justin went out to a fancy French dinner to celebrate and soak it all in!

The wedding day….

There is something so magical about New York City weddings, and Ashley and Justin’s wedding was no exception!

Ashley and Justin got ready in the penthouse suite at a hotel down the street from Houston Hall. I started the afternoon photographing Ashley’s beautiful details (peep the gorgeous invitation suite that her sister, Christiana, designed!) as well as her bridesmaids having fun all together before the ceremony.

As soon as Ashley and her bridesmaids were ready, we walked over to Houston Hall to meet Justin for the big reveal! One of Ashley and Justin’s adorable flower girls wanted to be a part of the first look — and I loved watching her sweet reaction as they turned around and saw each other for the first time that day!

Ashley and Justin chose to have a beautiful, intimate ceremony at Houston Hall with their family members. Reverend Annie (the kindest woman I have ever met!) led the ceremony and invited each family member to read a piece of scripture. After the ceremony, Ashley and Justin’s families celebrated with champagne as they watched the couple sign their marriage license!

Before guests started arriving, Ashley, Justin and I took bride and groom portraits near Houston Hall. The surrounding streets have beautiful homes! Some of my favorite photos of Ashley and Justin are in front of a quaint home with a blue door, and at the back entrance of Houston Hall (the photos with the words “Iron Works”!)

It was so incredible to see Ashley and Justin’s vision come to life when we got back to Houston Hall for the reception! Each of the wooden tables had a runner of greenery as well as beautiful, glowing candlesticks. Houston Hall is such an incredible space complete with brick walls, concrete floors, and wood beamed ceilings. One of my favorite details of the space is their bar area, which uses pieces of steel labeled “Bethlehem Steel.” So neat!

Ashley and Justin, you are both amazing, and I wish you nothing but happiness on this new life adventure together! Congratulations, newlyweds!

If Ashley and Justin receive 30 comments on this blog post, I’ll send them a complimentary 8×10 print of their choice!

A huge thank you to all of the fabulous vendors involved!

Photographer | Tori Petrillo Photography
Second Photographer | Rachel Watkinson
Bridal Gown | Paloma Blanca
Bridal Shoes | Badgley Mischka
Wedding Band & Engagement Ring | Corinne Jewelers
Bridal Party Dresses | Birdy Grey
Groom’s Attire | J. Crew Men’s Shop
Groom’s Shoes | Salvatore Ferragamo
Watch | Rolex
Hair Stylist | Gia Lancieri of Amanda D’Andrea Hair
Makeup Artist | Pearl of Glamsquad
Florist | Gabrielle Aronas of G! Designs
Invitations | Christiana Illustrations & Invitations
DJ | DJ Ben Carlin of 74 Events
Videographer | NST Pictures
Venue & Catering | Houston Hall
Officiant | Reverend Annie Lawrence
Wedding Cake | Nines Cakes

Weddings

Houston Hall | NYC Wedding Photographer | Ashley and Justin

September 19, 2019

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  1. Christie Mitchell says:

    These are absolutely stunning!!! You captured so well this perfect couple on their perfect day. I love the gorgeous lighting

  2. Julie Custer says:

    These pictures are incredible! I wish we could relive the celebration every weekend’

  3. Judith Gushue says:

    Tori is an amazing photographer who somehow captured every moment and emotion of the day for,
    not only Ashley and Justin, but for our families and friends. … we cannot thank her enough. One picture is more beautiful than the next…she memorialized the perfect day….

  4. Karl Custer says:

    These are so well-colored. What a brilliant day.

  5. Kerry says:

    Love all of these pictures! What a great day!!!

  6. Courtney Gushue says:

    What an amazing collection of photos from the day! All of the emotions captured, and stunning shots of the bride. It was so fun having Tori with us to share the day!

  7. Katie says:

    So incredibly beautiful! These photos perfectly capture the day, and I love the photography style 🙂

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I'm a wedding and portrait photographer based in New Jersey. When I'm not photographing the sweetest couples around, you can find me watching the latest episode of Fixer Upper, listening to country music, or going exploring with my love, Ryan. We're always up for a new adventure!

I'm TORI PETRILLO.

Hey!

Explore

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