Black Tie Woodway Country Club Wedding in Darien CT

Bea and Nick are two of the sweetest people I’ve ever met. Their love story reminds me that magic is possible - and their incredible Woodway Country Club wedding in Darien CT was a classy celebration of their next chapter together. Beatrix and Nick grew up in the same areas - spending summers at Woodway Country Club, near each other on sports fields and even working for the same company after college graduation but never meeting until 2021. Thanks to a first date set up by Nick’s cousin, who was also a friend of Bea’s sister, they finally met. They knew they had an immediate and undeniable connection… and now they’re married!

When they began planning, Beatrix and Nick knew that the celebration was going to be black tie, with a classy and chic look. Throughout the day, Beatrix had three varying bridal looks, each one more elegant than the last. She started the day for their ceremony with a lace detail topper over her strapless wedding gown and she wore her mother’s veil. That was particularly special given her parents were married at Woodway almost to the day, 34 years prior. For the reception, she removed the lace top and added a classic double pearl necklace (also from her mom). Then she ended the night in a mini dress with Gucci platform heels and the yellow dress was a nod to her childhood nickname (Bumble Bee!).

Beatrix and Nick chose an elegant palette of black, white, and sage green for their wedding day. It was the perfect combination against the backdrop of Woodway Country Club. Beatrix’s bridesmaids wore a variety of dresses and they all looked amazing together! We had a beautiful evening for their portraits around the club and they had the most fun reception. Their dance floor was packed all night long, thanks to the live band.

Congratulations again, Beatrix and Nick! Your wedding day was simply stunning!

Venue: Woodway Country Club
Planner: Copper Cricket Events
Florist: Stems and Co.
Beauty: Alena Artistry
Band: Bachelor Boys Band
Invitations: Wouldn’t It Be Lovely
Bride’s Shoes: Loeffler Randall

Dress: Amsale and Caroline Castigliano
Boutique: A Little Something White
After Party Dress: Markarian NYC
Suit: Suit Supply
Bridesmaid Dresses: V Chapman Studio, Reformation and Over the Moon

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