Their meeting was by chance, but it sparked something truly magical. It was a beautiful night in NYC, and Lee was out on the town with his friends. Visiting from England, he planned on seeing as much of this amazing city as possible.  Jillian wasn’t originally planning on going out that night, but at the last minute she changed her mind. Out of all the bars in NYC, this pair ended up choosing the same one.  They met, both instantly feeling the connection between them.

Lee’s visit to NYC came to an end and he got on a plane to Mexico.  He and Jillian had exchanged numbers and they started texting frequently after he left. When Lee mentioned he wasn’t having the greatest time, Jillian suggested he come back to NYC to see her and he did!  They began a 2 1/2 year long distance relationship, taking turns flying across the Atlantic Ocean every 6 weeks to see each other.  Knowing without a doubt that Jillian was the one for him, Lee asked her to marry him on the gorgeous island of St Lucia!  This sweet couple tied the knot on May 12th at the incredible Oheka Castle in front of their family and friends.

Jillian and Lee, it was a true honor to capture your amazing Oheka Castle wedding!  Every last detail fit together perfectly and you two looked so happy together. Enjoy a few of my favorite photographs from your lovely day below.

The Oheka Castle is located in Huntington, NY and is absolutely breathtaking!

Jillian and Lee incorporated so many personal details in their wedding day.  I love these custom travel themed invitations as a nod to their long distance relationship.

Vivian Drago of Perfectly Blended Make-Up did an incredible job at making Jillian look flawless!

A big thanks to Christine of Heritage and Joy for the beautiful invitations and for carrying this travel theme so perfectly through all of the paper goods!

Jimmy Choos 🙂

Loving these unique robes Jillian got for her bridesmaids to wear while they were getting ready.

Stunning dress by Dennis Basso.

Jillian’s lovely mom helped her daughter into her dress.

A big thanks to Mekina Saylor for capturing these handsome photos of Lee getting ready to see Jillian for the first time!

A truly emotional first look.

LOVE.

Jillian, you are so GORGEOUS!

Jillian and Lee’s Oheka Castle wedding took place under a dreamy cherry blossom arch.

The personal vows this Jillian and Lee shared didn’t leave a dry eye among their family and friends.

HAPPILY MARRIED!

What a great looking bridal party…and so much FUN!

Before heading into cocktail hour, we captured a few more portraits of Jillian and Lee in front of this whimsical ivy covered wall.

If you look closely at the photo on the right hand side, you might find a couple you know!

The reception space was decorated so lovely.

The couple’s signature cocktails were a “Marry Me Mojito” and a “Blushing Bride”.

Jillian and Lee placed a vintage postcard on each table from their favorite locations!

They started off the evening by dancing to Kiss Me by Ed Sheeran.

Then, the party really began!

Jillian and Lee, thank you so much for allowing me to share in your very special Oheka Castle wedding!  I wish you both a world of happiness in the years to come.