The fact that Regan and Davin were officially married earlier this year didn’t make their Feb 3, vowel renewal ceremony any less emotional or memorable for their guests or their photographers! We loved being part of wedding number two and being able to give this couple some of the more traditional wedding memories they’ll treasure forever.

Right off the bat Regan’s reaction to seeing her ceremony site at Nanina’s in the Park all decked out for her wedding was a great moment. I barely had time to get my camera out of my bag when I arrived in time for this shot, but thanks to quick thinking and fast fingerwork I made it just in time!

Lucky for me I had to use the bathroom at some point, or else I never would have noticed the beautiful sofa they were hiding in there. After the girls were finished getting ready, I was sure to take Regan into the bathroom for this lovely bridal portrait… doesn’t she look stunning?!

The boys got ready in the Renaissance Meadowlands Hotel and then headed over to Nanina’s for a nice group shot.

We set up a quickie first look and then a not-so-quicky bridal-party portrait. Our spikey-haired little groomsman just did NOT want to smile for the camera, but I have to say, if I had known his pouty face was going to be this darn cute we would have settled for it a heck of a LOT sooner!

Already out of daylight to start, bride and groom photos were a little more of a production than usual. Luckily Nanina’s keeps some beautiful Christmas lighting up year round, so we were able to capitalize on the venue’s dreamy night setting.

The officiant for the vow renewal had some beautiful things to say for this couple… I don’t know how Regan’s eyes stayed dry through the whole thing, but once the waterworks started at the reception there was no holding back! We’ll get to those in a moment!

One great thing about having a first look is getting to enjoy your cocktail hour! It was a good thing for Regan and Davin, because theirs was one of the most elaborate cocktail hours I’ve been to! We also enjoyed their rosey reception decor!

Davin gave Regan an especially emotional hug during their first dance, combined with the look on her father’s face during the father-daughter dance – the photos spoke volumes about how much Regan means to these two important men in her life.

The best man gave a speech that brought Davin to tears – not an easy feat when you’re dealing with a veteran Marine/law enforcement agent.

In the short time after the speeches before we were scheduled to leave, we managed to close out with a few of our signature fun reception photos!

To Regan and Davin: I hope these photos are enough memory to last a lifetime, and never leave you wanting for Vow Renewal number 2, haha. That being said, it was a pleasure to share your day with you and we’d do it again in a heartbeat!

Venue: Nanina’s in the Park
Second Shooter: Jim Heine