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A Romantic Outdoor Wedding at Dibble's Inn in Vernon, New York

Nicole Rienzo (23, Domestic Violence Advocate for Catholic Charities) met Gavin Law (28, Wedding Cinematographer) while she was out dancing with her g

Nicole Rienzo (23, Domestic Violence Advocate for Catholic Charities) met Gavin Law (28, Wedding Cinematographer) while she was out dancing with her girlfriends two weeks after her 21st birthday. Gavin, a friend of a friend, caught Nicole’s eye with his smooth style and impressive dance moves. The two shared their first dance to the tune of Rihanna’s “We Found Love.” Fitting, since the two struck up a romance shortly there after. The two planned to say ‘I do’ eighteen months after Gavin popped the question and presented Nicole with a double-banded halo diamond stunner. The couple looked to marry outdoors, wanting to capture the romance and beauty of the late spring. Nicole and Gavin became ‘The Laws’ on June 6, 2014 in the company of 130 of their closest friends and family members. The bride and groom exchanged vows in the Dibble’s Inn garden, officiated by a close friend, Stevie, who became ordained just for the occasion. Guests enjoyed a cocktail hour immediately following where the bride and groom offered their favorite signature drinks with The Old Main filled the air with folk tunes. The reception took place in the Stone Barn Adirondack Room, where guests danced to DJ Sean Morelle and Myle Walker’s selections. “As the last song of the night, we of course played ‘We Found Love,’” says Nicole. Photographer Janelle Rodriguez of Janelle Rodriguez Photography captured every special moment of the couple’s big day.

"We chose to marry our different styles by juxtaposing craft paper and feminine fonts and plum ink for our stationary. Rachel Herman, our graphic designer, made us gorgeous invitations that looked like craft paper doilies," says Nicole.
Engagement Ring and Wedding Bands
Nicole and Gavin exchanged sweet sentiments on the morning of their nuptials. Nicole read Gavin’s love letter while getting ready for the big day.
Nicole, a lover of all things romantic and lace, opted for a Casablanca Bridal v-neck lace overlay gown. Her lace edged fingertip veil sat atop her perfectly coiffed bridal updo.
Known for his stellar personal style, Gavin selected a relaxed look complete with a plum bow tie. His grey suspenders boasted a boutonniere of Queen Anne’s Lace and a single rose bloom.
Bride and Groom with Plum Wedding Party
Garden Ceremony Space
Kraft paper bags boasted the ceremony's program, printed in the signature plum ink. Guests reached inside the bags when recessional time came to shower the newlyweds.
Floral Ceremony Aisle Decorations
Nicole clutched an arrangement of ivory and blush blooms. The bouquet included roses, peonies and garden roses.
Nicole's mother, a local florist, grew many of the blooms used throughout the big day. The couple's unity table was especially lavish with garden roses and ferns.
Bride and Groom Exchange Vows in the Garden
Bride and Groom's First Kiss
Bride and Groom Recessional
Immediately following the ceremony, Nicole and Gavin sneaked away from the crowd for an intimate walk as husband and wife.
Gavin surprised his bride with a carving of their wedding monogram into a tree on the venue grounds.
Kraft Paper and Plum Printed Escort Cards
Table Number Stakes in Floral Centerpieces
Kraft Paper with Plum Print Menu
Couple's Wedding Cake
Newlywed's First Dance
Succulent Wedding Favors
Guests struck a match from the personalized match books to light the sparklers used to send off the newlyweds.