Justin had planned to propose to Claire in Charleston, South Carolina during 4th of July fireworks. “But he got nervous about traveling with the ring so decided to propose the morning we left for Charleston. He said he was going upstairs to shower and grab his bags so I helped myself to some breakfast leftovers. Next thing I know he is on one knee in front of me. That’s when he said, ‘I’ve waited long enough, will you marry me?’ After saying shut up a few times I finally said yes. We then rushed off to the airport for our flight.”
168 guests were in attendance for their June nuptials at The Chapel of the Immaculate Conception at Mount St. Mary’s including five bridesmaids and seven groomsmen. Claire’s high school principal helped officiate the ceremony with Claire’s childhood priest. “To be able to have Fr. Mike who baptized me, did my first reconciliation, Holy Communion, and confirmation and Dr. Turner who knew me in those awkward teen years there was really special. First looks are really popular now but we wanted to stay traditional and have that “first look” be when I was walking down the aisle with my dad. I loved seeing his face when he saw me in my dress and veil.”
The couple chose a “timeless and classic” theme for their wedding, which included a color palette of grays, cream, and blush.
“Justin’s one request for the wedding was that we have live music- nothing else mattered to him as long as we had a band. And it was probably one of the best decisions. We have a lively group of friends and family and it was great to have them up there dancing and playing music with the band.”
Claire is a scheduling supervisor and Justin is a firefighter. They currently reside in Mount Airy.
First Dance: Just the Way You Are, Billy Joel
Honeymoon: St. Lucia
Vendors
Ceremony: Mount St. Mary’s
Reception: The Gettysburg Hotel**
Photography: April & Bryan Photography
Dress: Essence by Australia
Dessert: Tastefully Ever After
Flowers & Lighting: Edge Floral Event Designers
Hair & Makeup: The Sevens
Entertainment: The Onyx Band
Videographer: The Visionfield
Transportation: Lasting Impressions
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