The Venue For This Wedding Offered an Elevated Barn Meets Coastal Aesthetic

Elizabeth and Eric got married at the Farm on Main on August 30, 2024.

Their Story 

Elizabeth and Eric met at their gym for a Memorial Day weekend workout tribute event. Afterward, the whole group celebrated at a local brewery. Eric sat by Elizabeth, chatting the entire time!

Their romance soared from there. Elizabeth invited Eric to her family’s beach house in LBI on July 4th, and he showed up at 6:30 am! They spent the day outside, in the water, and have been inseparable since!

The Proposal

Elizabeth invited Eric to her annual family vacation to Saint Thomas, where he orchestrated a surprise proposal on the beach at the Ritz-Carlton before dinner.

With the stunning backdrop of neighboring island Saint John, Eric popped the question, and Elizabeth started crying.

They celebrated at dinner and sat outside in the perfect weather by a fire pit with champagne, calling their friends and family to share the news.

Details of the Day

Their wedding had an effortless, organic feel with an elevated barn aesthetic.

The florals featured earthy tones—golden yellow, mauve, terracotta, cream, and muted greens—blending summer’s brightness with autumn’s warmth, perfect for a Labor Day weekend wedding.

A special touch: Eric custom-designed their rings with a jeweler friend and honored his late father with a photo charm in his suit.

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Choosing the Venue

The Farm on Main, a 20-acre family-owned venue, was still under restoration when Elizabeth and Eric booked it—there wasn’t even cement in the reception space yet!

LBI is special to Elizabeth, and with the farm owned by an LBI family and located just 12 minutes away, it offered a unique farm-meets-coast feel.

They loved its natural, organic vibe and the convenience of on-site catering and florals.

Favorite Moment

Elizabeth and Eric’s truly wild dance moves had everyone laughing and celebrating late into the night.

One of the highlights of the night was when the band handed Elizabeth a cowbell to play along to their cover of “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper” by Blue Öyster Cult. The band and all their guests erupted in applause, cheering her on for her entire solo performance.

Wedding Day Attire

The bride wore a feminine, A-line gown with a softly structured semi-sheer bodice with corset detailing from House of Bridal.

The bridesmaids wore sage green dresses in different styles from Show Me Your Mumu.

The groom and groomsmen wore custom sand linen suits with individually designed linings and embroidery by Eric’s best friend, Matt Sands.

Honeymoon

True to their adventurous, nature-loving spirits, Elizabeth and Eric honeymooned in Banff National Park, Canada, in early September.

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