Caroline & AJ | A Stonehurst at Hampton Valley Wedding

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**Stonehurst at Hampton Valley**
Hampton, Connecticut

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"Your vibe attracts your tribe." That saying couldn’t have been more true when I arrived for Caroline and AJ’s wedding day at Stonehurst. I just knew it was going to be something special.

This was my second time at the venue, but in a different part of the grounds—and honestly, it never stops being beautiful. Caroline got ready in a bright, airy space surrounded by her closest people (and her amazing hair and makeup team, who later lit up the dance floor!).

One of the things that fuels me on a wedding day is seeing all the thoughtful details and the unique energy each couple brings. For Caroline and AJ, it was all about vibrant purples, lush greenery, pearl accents (!), and an enchanted forest ceremony that felt straight out of a fairytale.

At one point, someone handed me the keys to a golf cart and said, “Take the couple to their first look”—and I did! It was so fun (and yes, everyone survived 😂). Caroline told me more than once that she trusted me, and that trust means everything.

The ceremony was tucked into a wooded glade, with dappled sunlight falling over the couple just right. The mothers gave beautiful readings, and a family friend officiated—a day full of personal touches and genuine support from all sides.

Later, we took advantage of the open fields and glowing sunset for dreamy veil tosses and sweeping portraits. The Stonehurst party trolley made an appearance, and the cupcake cutting was sweet and simple—just perfect. The reception space? Big, bright, and lit with epic signage that I still can’t get over.

From start to finish, it was all heart, all joy, all love.

All smiles,

Mariel

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