Kristen and Phillip got married on December 7, 2023 at Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury. They originally met at work, at a car dealership, starting out as friends before things turned romantic.
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The Proposal
Phillip proposed in Las Vegas on a trip for Kristen’s birthday.
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“He had my ring custom made and ready to go for my proposal,” she says. “He was taking pictures of me and the ring while I was sleeping on the plane and I didn’t even know it.”
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Choosing the Venue
“The place itself is absolutely stunning, and when decorated for Christmas it gives you a farm, magical feeling,” says Kristen, whose wedding was in December. Shrewsbury, where Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury is located, was also a convenient location for their guests.
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Details of the Day
“The theme of our wedding was based around Christmas,” says Kristen. “We wanted it to be timeless and romantic.”
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To that end, they used deeps reds, golds and whites.
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Large candelabras as centerpieces brought warmth to the ballroom, which also featured a fireplace. During the ceremony, the arch was covered in gorgeous red and white florals, and candles lined the aisle.
Favorite Moment
Their first dance.
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Detail They Couldn’t Live Without
“The special effects we decided to incorporate into our wedding reception; our guests loved every minute of it. We decided to do a second dance after we cut the cake and invited all of our guests to be part of that dance with us. They got to experience the fog, sparklers and snowfall [which we had during our first dance].”
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Advice for Other Couples
“Take your time planning. Research all your vendors. Having the best vendors is key to a smooth and successful wedding.”
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