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Appleford Wedding | Garden Bliss in Villanova

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The bride and groom take a moment for a portrait in the immaculate gardens at Appleford in Villanova. The bride's bouquet by Devon and Pinkett.

A ceremony that feels like a secret garden at Appleford. Florals are done by Devon and Pinkett.

An unbelievable ceremony exit at Appleford when it hailed during the ceremony! It is more authentic to photograph moments like this during a wedding ceremony.

Are you considering an Appleford wedding? Appleford Estate is a beautiful venue for East Coast couples looking for a garden wedding with traditional Pennsylvania vibe. The historic farmhouse on the property can be used for smaller gatherings and getting ready, but the star of the show is the tented terrace with gorgeous views of the gardens and grounds. Appleford lies on 24 acres that guests are welcome to enjoy before and during the event.

An Appleford Wedding: A Venue with Options 

One of my favorite things about Appleford is how customizable it is. They partner with six different caterers that couples can choose from. For the bar, couples purchase the libations, and caterers provide bartenders. The venue also provides a sound system for music/entertainment of the couples’ choosing. This flexibility makes all the difference in making the wedding feel unique. Plus, it makes it easier for couples to manage their budgets. It’s truly a win-win situation.

A closeup photo of the bride holding her bouquet at Appleford. Her bouquet is by Devon and Pinkett. The bridesmaids wear green silk in the gardens at Appleford. The bride takes a moment to herself while holding her bouquet by Devon and Pinkett at Appleford.

Amazing boutonniere styled by Devon and Pinkett at a wedding for the groom at Appleford in Villanova. The groomsmen looking like a high fashion catalog at a wedding at Appleford. The groomsmen pose in the gardens at Appleford. A portrait of the groom at his wedding at Appleford. A wide cinematic image of the guests preparing to enter the ceremony at Appleford in Villanova.

The bridesmaids holding their ethereal bouquets by Devon and Pinkett at Appleford. A remarkably beautiful white cake adorned in florals by Devon and Pinkett at Appleford in Villanova. Devon and Pinkett creates a timeless centerpiece at a wedding reception in Appleford. The florals feel like spring and are very authentic. Devon and Pinkett creates timeless centerpieces with table numbers at a wedding reception in Appleford. The florals feel like spring and are very authentic. Devon and Pinkett creates timeless pink and green centerpieces at a wedding reception in Appleford. The florals feel like spring and are very authentic.

Rebecca & Doug’s Appleford Wedding

When it came to Rebecca & Doug’s early spring wedding, they made ALL the right choices. Their florals from Devon & Pinkett Florals  were absolutely stunning from the bouquets to the wedding arch, from the centerpieces to greenery around the tent. Even the cake was decorated with flowers. So gorgeous!

The skies were gray on this particular day, and it made the colors of the dresses, florals, and grounds really come to life. Rebecca’s gorgeous dress was designed by Justin Alexander, found at La Bella Donna Bridal Boutique in Jenkintown.

A Meaningful Connection

I love working with all my clients, but this wedding was particularly special. I’ve been friends with Doug’s brother since high school. It’s a full circle moment for me when I get to work for friends that I’ve known for so long. It was an honor to help document Doug and Rebecca’s wedding day as they head into the next chapter. Their wedding was so full of happiness and love, and I know that it marked the beginning of a beautiful life together.

Alli Nurthen of ALN IMAGES once again works her magic on a black and white image. While the bride gets ready in the bridal suite at Appleford, her mom watches from behind in the large mirror that Appleford provides. The bride's mother and sister help attach the gorgeous fabric roses of her Justin Alexander dress in the bridal suite at Appleford. The bride gets ready in the bridal suite at Appleford. The bride has a portrait done of her in the garden at Appleford on a rainy day in April. The bride walks to her first look on the grounds of Appleford to see her groom for the first time! The groom hugs the bride during their first look on the grounds at Appleford. The couple shares their first look on the grounds at Appleford. The couple shares their first look on the grounds at Appleford. Alli Nurthen of ALN IMAGES once again works her magic on a black and white image. The couple shares their first look on the grounds at Appleford. The bride wears roses on the back of her classic gown. A stunning couple portrait of the bride and groom on the grounds of Appleford. The bride and groom take a moment for a portrait in the immaculate gardens at Appleford in Villanova. The bride's bouquet by Devon and Pinkett. The bride and groom take a moment for a portrait in the immaculate gardens at Appleford in Villanova. The bride's bouquet by Devon and Pinkett. The bride and groom take a moment for a portrait in the immaculate gardens at Appleford in Villanova. The bride's bouquet by Devon and Pinkett. The bride and groom take a moment for a portrait in the immaculate gardens at Appleford in Villanova. The bride's bouquet by Devon and Pinkett. The groom smiles and is beaming ear to ear during his first look with the bride at Appleford in Villanova. A wedding on the grounds of Appleford is both immaculate and well landscaped. A first look between the bride and groom at Appleford. The bride wears an elegant Justin Alexander gown.

Your Appleford Wedding Photographer

It’s such a gift to be part of so many of my clients’ “best day ever.” As a photographer, I make sure that the time we spend together is stress free and fun. We do this by getting to know each other before the wedding and mapping out a photo schedule that aligns with the day’s events. And when the day is done, you’re left with beautiful photos that will help you remember your day forever. It is my goal to deliver the most authentic, even cinematic images to you when it is all said and done.

If you’re thinking about an Appleford wedding, I highly recommend it! But, regardless of where you get married, it’s really about celebrating your love with the people you love. I’ve photographed elopements, barn weddings, luxury weddings, and everything in between. I’m here to make your wedding photo dreams come true! Reach out soon if you’re planning a 2025 wedding.

Fabulous greenery all around the mirrored guest seating chart at Appleford. A ceremony that feels like a secret garden at Appleford. Florals are done by Devon and Pinkett. A ceremony that feels like a secret garden at Appleford. Florals are done by Devon and Pinkett. A stunning and cinematic image of the bride walking down the aisle with her father at a spring garden wedding at Appleford. A ceremony that feels like a secret garden at Appleford. Florals are done by Devon and Pinkett.

A ceremony that feels like a secret garden at Appleford. Florals are done by Devon and Pinkett. The bride's father sheds a tear while walking his daughter down the aisle. A ceremony that feels like a secret garden at Appleford. Florals are done by Devon and Pinkett. A moment of guests laughing during the ceremony at Appleford. A ceremony that feels like a secret garden at Appleford. Florals are done by Devon and Pinkett. A ceremony that feels like a secret garden at Appleford. Florals are done by Devon and Pinkett.

The weather brought hail right as the couple exited their outdoor ceremony on the lawn at Appleford. The bride takes a moment to herself while holding her bouquet by Devon and Pinkett at Appleford.

A stunning black and white image of the bride dancing at her reception at Appleford. The dessert at Appleford is out of this world. An amazing job was done by the caterer at Appleford in Villanova for this wedding reception. The bride and groom share their first bite of cake together at their reception at Appleford. The groom's brother gives an emotional and authentic toast at the wedding reception at Appleford. The bride hugs her father after his toast during their reception at Appleford. Guests are crying during the toasts at a wedding reception at Appleford. An authentic moment of laughter with the groom and his mom during their mother son dance at Appleford. Family members share an embrace at the wedding reception at Appleford. Rebecca and Doug enjoy a sunset embrace outside their reception at Appleford in Villanova, Pennsylvania. A black and white moody image of the bride and groom walking back into their reception at Appleford. Guests enjoy a laugh during the best man's speech at Appleford in Villanova. The couple share their first dance at Appleford on the patio.

Words from a client

“There is a reason we came back to Alli and her team. They were so wonderful throughout our wedding, advocating for us, making sure we had everything we needed and wanted. So much more than a photographer, she helped make our day so special…so we hired her again for a maternity shoot and couldn’t be happier with the outcome. Great creative visions, very professional, fun, and of course, amazing quality. It wouldn’t be surprised if we went back to her to capture other important milestones in our lives. Thanks Alli!”- Rebecca and Doug

I hope to hear from you soon!

 

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