Jenna + Scott: Married in Fairfield County, CT

For most teachers, September is a busy rush of back-to-school night and getting to know your new students as you settle into a routine. But Jenna and Scott, both elementary school teachers, added one more thing to the mix: they had a spectacular September wedding in Stamford and Greenwich, CT!

Their teacher colleagues had tried to set them up, but it took Jenna and Scott just a little more time to figure it all out on their own.  But as third grade teachers in the same school, it wasn’t long before they realized that 1 +1 absolutely does equal 2.

They chose the same church that Jenna’s parents had been married in 40 years earlier, while Scott’s own parish pastor came to marry them. After the ceremony, we took photos at the same park that their parents used for photographs, and even found the same sweet wooden bridge to recreate the photo.

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Jenna’s gorgeous lace gown hails from her hometown of Woodbridge, CT, from Modern Trousseau. greenwichwedding_september_hyattregency_annasawinPhotography_008 greenwichwedding_september_hyattregency_annasawinPhotography_009 greenwichwedding_september_hyattregency_annasawinPhotography_010

Scott got a little teary at first glimpse of his bride.greenwichwedding_september_hyattregency_annasawinPhotography_011

Their wedding was attended by a number of awestruck elementary schoolers as well.greenwichwedding_september_hyattregency_annasawinPhotography_012

And of course, these teachers had a yellow school bus from their district for transporting their loved ones!greenwichwedding_september_hyattregency_annasawinPhotography_013 greenwichwedding_september_hyattregency_annasawinPhotography_014 greenwichwedding_september_hyattregency_annasawinPhotography_015 greenwichwedding_september_hyattregency_annasawinPhotography_016 greenwichwedding_september_hyattregency_annasawinPhotography_017 greenwichwedding_september_hyattregency_annasawinPhotography_018 greenwichwedding_september_hyattregency_annasawinPhotography_019 greenwichwedding_september_hyattregency_annasawinPhotography_020

The elegant silver and white decor was a perfect compliment to the white tented ceiling of the Hyatt Regency’s Sun Court.greenwichwedding_september_hyattregency_annasawinPhotography_021

One of my favorite moments, when my gracious bride is handed a camera to snap a family photo!greenwichwedding_september_hyattregency_annasawinPhotography_022 greenwichwedding_september_hyattregency_annasawinPhotography_023greenwichwedding_september_hyattregency_annasawinPhotography_024 greenwichwedding_september_hyattregency_annasawinPhotography_025

2016-09-26_0031 2016-09-26_0032 2016-09-26_0033greenwichwedding_september_hyattregency_annasawinPhotography_027 Heartfelt and extremely creative toasts were lots of fun.

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The candy bar was a hit with all ages, including the custom chocolate frame candies! Candy bar by Sweet Darla’s.2016-09-26_0034 2016-09-26_0035 2016-09-26_0036 2016-09-26_0039 greenwichwedding_september_hyattregency_annasawinPhotography_028
2016-09-26_0037Dances with Scott’s mom and Jenna’s dad were a sweet addition to the evening.
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Perfect favors from two teachers! Happy love, Jenna and Scott! xo, Anna

The Skinny

Ceremony: St. Cecilia’s Church, Stamford, CT

Reception: Hyatt Regency, Greenwich, CT (Coordinator, Nicole Martin)

Photography: Anna Sawin for Anna Sawin Photography, Stonington, CT

Floral Design:  Amy Santaniello

Band: ETA Music

Videographer: Timeless Moments, Inc.

Cake Designer: DiMare’s Pastry Shop

Hair Stylist: Christine DeSantis/Enzo Salon – Hyatt

Makeup Artist: Eleni Ouzinidis/Enzo Salon – Hyatt

Wedding gown: Modern Trousseau

Candy Bar: Sweet Darla’s

Anna Sawin

Anna Sawin is a Connecticut-based portrait, wedding, and editorial photographer. She lives in the shoreline town of Stonington with her family and has discovered the perfect cupcake. Just ask, she is willing to share her secret.

4 Comments

  1. Lavone on September 26, 2016 at 5:48 pm

    These pictures made me smile (and cry). They truly captured an amazing day. Scott and Jenna are as happy, living, and cheerful as these photos showed. 1+1 always has an always will equal 2. So overjoyed that #JennaAndScottTiedTheKnot. I love you both and feel blessed to have been a witness to your love story and union. May God continue to bless you both. -Lavone (aka Lavern Robinson)

  2. Peter Polk on September 26, 2016 at 10:19 pm

    Cheers to Scott and Jenna!!

    What a great record of your wedding!! We look forward to seeing you both in person sometime in the not too distant future.

    Congratulations and best wishes to you both,

    Peter

  3. Peggy Hewett on September 27, 2016 at 5:46 pm

    Beautiful photos and wonderful narrative Anna! You captured this special event so well! Congratulations and best wishes to our very special bride and groom! The smiles on their faces say it all!

  4. Beth Chapman on September 30, 2016 at 2:56 pm

    We loved creating this look for Jenna and her bridesmaids! Jenna looked stunning! Thank you for always capturing our brides so beautifully.

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Anna Sawin is a Connecticut-based portrait, wedding, and editorial photographer. She lives in the shoreline town of Stonington with her family and has discovered the perfect cupcake. Just ask, she is willing to share her secret.