A Stunning Summer Wedding at Moonstone Manor in PA

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Toni & Jeff were married on July 17, 2021, at Moonstone Manor in Elizabethtown, PA. Toni always says she feels the calmest in nature, so she embraced that feeling and vision and planned a garden-inspired, ethereal wedding day with a light and airy, clean environment and organic touches. 

The color palette chosen was, as described by the bride, warm with fresh neutrals. Grey, mauve, and golden-yellow with crisp white were layered in woven textures, glasses, and wooden accents. The neutral tones and earthy elements came together to create a timeless elegance with a relaxed and whimsical twist. 

Juliana Tomlinson Photography perfectly captured their day. Here are a few of our favorite photos:

The original plan included a large-scale wedding with a big guest list. Toni & Jeff met in college and they wanted to include all their many friends and family who have been a part of their journey over the past 10 years. 

The original plan was to host the big celebration on June 20 of 2020, but unfortunately, COVID-19 had its own plans. 

A big wedding didn’t feel right during the pandemic, so they decided to have a smaller, more intimate celebration in 2021. As a result, 50 of their closest friends and family came together to make magic happen, and the bride and groom say they have never felt more loved! The day they have been planning for far too long was finally here and they had to face one more obstacle: the weather. 

They chose an outdoor venue to fulfill their romantic, garden dreams but the forecast showed extreme heat and heavy rain, forcing the bride to make the ultimate decision to move the ceremony to the covered chapel area available within the venue. 

The lush flower arch designed by Jeffrey’s Flower wowed all guests upon their arrival. The greenery-filled arch and floral arrangements brought the outdoor garden feel to the covered ceremony site. A plan B was well executed that tied in the ethereal garden theme very well. After they said I do in front of their loved ones, Rettew’s Catering started serving delicious and well-presented cocktail hour food for their guests as they looked for their assigned tables. The bride designed the escort cards herself and styled them on gold flower frog holders bringing the garden vibes to life while making sure the cards were one of a kind! Deckle-edged, calligraphed assignments by RSCalligraphyCo. finished off the look. 

The floor was well planned by Susan from That’s it wedding Concepts. The tables were well spread out and covered in beautiful crisp white linens and decorated with different floral arrangements, clear vases, and candles. The couple also chose to add a freshly baked french baguette with handmade herb butter to the tables to complete the decor with some edible items. 

Shades of pink and Barberton daisies added warmth to the reception blooms and cascading eucalyptus hung from the chandeliers to complete the organic, ethereal look. The simple yet beautiful two-tiered cake was adorned with fresh florals and greenery to deliver a touch of natural elegance. 

And to add a personalized touch to the drinks menu, Toni and Jeff chose a garden-inspired signature cocktail drink made with elderflower and prosecco. 

During the reception, while the DJ gathered everyone on the dance floor with contagious music, a severe thunderstorm and flood warning alarm sounded. But believe it or not, the bride says this turned out to be her favorite moment! Right after the thunder stopped, I asked if they wanted to brave the storm for a few pictures and they didn’t turn down the opportunity to kiss in the rain. Toni & Jeff embraced under twinkle lights and bubble umbrellas just enjoying the moment together and let the magic unfold! 

Toni and Jeff returned to the beautifully draped and lit white tent and joined their guests on the dance floor. They danced the night away and never stopped smiling – not even for a second! When asked for one piece of advice she could share with other brides planning their weddings, she said: “Don’t stress! Enjoy every moment and soak it all in (including the rain)!”

Here are the amazing wedding professionals who helped make the day come together:

Philadelphia Wedding Photographer: Juliana Tomlinson Photography (Check out Juliana’s blog post from this wedding to see even more photos).
Venue: Moonstone Manor
Planning: That’s it Wedding Concepts
Florals: Jeffrey’s Flowers
Rentals: Sapphire Road
Catering: Rettew’s Catering
Entertainment: Klock Entertainment
Calligraphy: RSCalligraphyCo
Hair: Bristle and Prim
Makeup: MKUP Beauty Studio
Bridal Gown: POSH Bridal
Gown Designer:  Gemy Maalouf 
Groom’s Attire: The Black Tux
Bridesmaids: Show Me Your Mumu

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