This Coastal Wedding In Maine Is A Boho Dream Come True

Bride and groom kissing on beach during wedding day

Sometimes, smaller is better. Although their wedding didn't turn out exactly as they originally planned, this couple wouldn't have it any other way. Instead of their original large industrial venue, due to COVID-19, they ended up having their wedding in the bride's family's backyard. But this intimate wedding didn't lack in formality. From the luxury tent with hanging boho chandeliers to the incredible floral installations, this was still very much a big wedding, even if the guest list itself wasn't as big as it once was.

Pinch Me Planning worked tirelessly to make sure that this couple's wedding dreams still came true despite the global pandemic setback. They made sure that plan B still looked amazing and that everyone was safe and able to enjoy themselves. These beautiful candid photos by The Libbys Photo And Films really capture the love of this couple and their families (they also filmed their wedding video!). Celia Bedilia Designs was responsible for all of these incredible floral arrangements including the spectacular floral arch that is absolutely exploding with flowers! You can see all the images in the full gallery. Read on to hear more from the bride, Jamie, about how she and her hubby, Ryan, overcame the obstacles and celebrated their happily ever after.

Wedding rings displayed on a rope coaster, a moment of elegance

Close-up shot of elegant pink flower boutonnieres for a wedding

A beautiful wedding dress hangs under a floral arch overlooking water

Bridesmaids celebrate with champagne on wedding morning

Bridesmaids helping the bride with her wedding dress, getting ready

Bride in wedding dress gazes out the window, anticipating the wedding

Elegant bride in white wedding dress holding flowers outdoors Bride and flower girls walking across green grass at a wedding

Bride in lace dress holds wedding bouquet of pastel flowers

Bride and bridesmaids share a joyful moment on a wedding day

Groom getting ready for the wedding, bowtie adjustment Groom adjusting his bow tie in preparation for the wedding ceremony

Handsome groom in a blue suit, looking pensive on the lawn

Groomsmen clink beers in celebration, enjoying the sunny wedding day

FROM INDUSTRIAL TO COASTAL

Floral arch at outdoor wedding with lake background

Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, we had planned to have a large wedding reception in an old industrial building in early spring. Our original design concept was romantic industrial with exposed brick and draping. When we redesigned our wedding to fit COVID-19, we opted for a summer open-air tented coastal wedding that incorporated beautiful basket lanterns, bright floral arrangements, and rustic elements. We envisioned the same spring/summer colors that would have been in our original design with a popping color combination led by pink!

Elegant floral arrangement featuring roses and orchids in a wedding

Happy groom smiles at wedding ceremony near floral arch

Elegant outdoor wedding ceremony with floral arch and couple

Bride and groom share a kiss under a floral wedding arch

Happy wedding party celebrating with raised arms and flowers

Bride in a lace wedding dress with grooms arms around her back

Bride and groom embracing tenderly on the beach, wedding day bliss

Newlyweds share an intimate moment with foreheads touching, romantic wedding

TWO CELEBRATIONS IS BETTER THAN ONE

Elegant wedding reception table set with floral arrangement

We had originally planned to get married on May 30, 2020. However, in a time of much uncertainty, we decided that the health and safety of our guests were of utmost importance. Our entire wedding was redesigned to create a smaller outdoor wedding. Due to the restriction on the size of events, we decided to have an intimate ceremony followed by a small formal wedding reception with immediate family and our wedding party. In the evening, we had a separate event that included food trucks and live entertainment with more family and friends. Although it was not what we originally had planned, it turned out to be a beautiful celebration with our closest family and friends. We are so thankful for Celia St. Onge and Pinch Me Planning for their planning, design, and coordination. We couldn’t have made it through this process without them!

Elegant wedding table with floral centerpieces and decor

Close-up of an arrangement of delicate peach and white flowers Elegant wedding place setting with initials and invitation

Elegant tiered wedding cake with pink and white roses

Bohemian style wicker lamps decorated with flowers hanging from ceiling

Stylish bar at an outdoor event with woven hanging lights

Elegant outdoor event setup with white furniture and decor

Outdoor wedding reception setup with beautiful floral centerpieces

Luxury outdoor event with pool and waterfront view

Our favorite moment of the day was all of it! The private intimate ceremony we had in Jamie's parent’s backyard, surrounded by our closest family and friends was perfect. It was a very special moment for everyone during these trying times. We also loved being able to have two celebrations in one day with the open house-style celebration in the afternoon! The food was so perfect throughout the day, from Big Tree Catering at the formal sit-down lunch, to Luke's Lobster and Mainely Burgers food trucks in the afternoon. Although we had to narrow down our guest list, we were able to celebrate with so many friends and family that we had not seen in quite some time.

Happy couple sharing a moment on the wedding dance floor