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Hi! I'm Karina. I love photographing weddings + special moments throughout the East Coast! I'm happily married to my best friend and I LOVE love. I'm overjoyed to share these beautiful love stories with you!

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Dreamy Hotel du Village Wedding

Dreamy Hotel du Village Wedding

This Hotel du Village wedding was an absolute DREAM! This majestic French country estate was covered in gorgeous green gardens and the softest summer light. I loved every minute of capturing this romantically modern wedding day!

Romantic First Look

There was so much joy between this beautiful bride and groom as they met for their first look on their wedding day! This sweet couple shared the happiest smiles and a loving embrace, so thrilled to become husband and wife!

first look wedding photo at gorgeous estate wedding
first look wedding photo at gorgeous estate wedding
first look wedding photo at gorgeous estate wedding
first look wedding photo at gorgeous estate wedding
first look wedding photo at hotel du village wedding
first look wedding photo at hotel du village wedding
first look wedding photo at gorgeous estate wedding
first look wedding photo at gorgeous estate wedding
first look wedding photo at hotel du village wedding

Gorgeous Estate Wedding Portraits

It was the perfect summer day for this lovely Hotel du Village wedding! The bride and groom walked through the gorgeous estate grounds, pausing for sweet cuddles and loving kisses. The afternoon light shimmered through the lush, leafy trees, creating the prettiest light and airy wedding photos! The bridal party joined in for some fun group photos before the wedding ceremony.

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bride and groom with vintage bicycle at hotel du village wedding
bride and groom with vintage bicycle

Sweet Hotel du Village Wedding Ceremony

This French country estate wedding ceremony was absolutely breathtaking! Perfect white flowers covered the wedding arch and stylish black lanterns lined the aisle. The bride was escorted by her parents down the aisle to her handsome groom as he admired her with love in his eyes. After exchanging vows, the two shared a celebratory kiss and their family and friends applauded the newlyweds!

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beautiful outdoor ceremony at hotel du village in new hope, pa
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bride hugs dad at estate wedding ceremony
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hotel du village wedding ceremony

Lovely Hotel du Village Wedding Reception

After a lovely ceremony, the guests made their way into the lovely Hotel du Village wedding reception. The decor was magically elegant, from the stunning chandelier to the tall centerpieces dripping with beautiful blooms. The bride and groom shared a sweet and fun first dance before their guests joined in on the dance floor!

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hotel du village indoor wedding reception
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sweetheart table at french estate wedding
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happy bride and groom at hotel du village wedding

Stunning Sunset Wedding Photos

During the wedding reception, this sweet couple snuck away to share a few moments alone. They soaked in their newlywed bliss along with the glowing sunshine as they posed for the prettiest sunset wedding photos. The groom twirled his beautiful bride amongst the gardens and the two shared a joyful kiss. After capturing some lovely memories, the happy couple joined hands and made thier way back to their guests to dance the night away.

gorgeous bride and groom at hotel du village wedding
gorgeous bride and groom at hotel du village wedding
gorgeous bride and groom at hotel du village wedding
gorgeous bride and groom at hotel du village wedding
gorgeous bride and groom at hotel du village wedding
gorgeous bride and groom at hotel du village wedding
gorgeous bride and groom at hotel du village wedding
gorgeous bride and groom at hotel du village wedding
gorgeous bride and groom at hotel du village wedding
gorgeous bride and groom at hotel du village wedding

Venue: Hotel Du Village in New Hope, PA

Shot with: Mekina Saylor Weddings

See more gorgeous summer love photos from this Central Park Boathouse wedding! Or contact me anytime to inquire about photography for your wedding!

Karina Mekel is a romantically whimsical NJ wedding photographer capturing special moments throughout the East Coast. Follow along with these timeless love stories on Instagram @karinamekel or get in touch with Karina here.

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