There are summer days, and then there are perfect summer days—the kind that feel like they’ve been handpicked just for you. That’s exactly what Mary and Dan’s wedding day felt like at the Pavilions at Penfield Beach in Fairfield, CT. Between the soft sound of waves nearby and the warm glow of the sun, their wedding was the ultimate celebration of love and simplicity.

Mary and Dan had a vision for their big day: keep it simple and focus on what truly matters—each other, their loved ones, and soaking in every single moment. And let me tell you, they absolutely nailed it. From the heartfelt vows exchanged under the beachside pavilion to the laughter shared during the toasts, their wedding radiated authenticity and joy.

As the night unfolded, the magic only grew. Just when you thought the day couldn’t get any better, a stunning moon appeared over the beach, casting its silvery glow on the sand and creating the perfect backdrop for a few dreamy portraits. It was a moment straight out of a storybook—an unforgettable reminder of the beauty in simplicity.

Mary and Dan’s love story reminds us all that the best weddings aren’t about extravagance; they’re about savoring every second and sharing it with the people who mean the most. Their day was a true testament to that, and I couldn’t feel more honored to have captured it all.

Here’s to Mary and Dan—a couple whose love shines as brightly as that summer moon. Cheers to your forever!

A delicate bridal bouquet featuring peach garden roses, blue delphiniums and pink hydrangeas with lace sleeve details.
Light blue tablecloths and floral centerpieces decorate round tables in an elegant reception venue with arched ceiling.
Wedding reception table with light blue linens and vintage birdcage centerpiece.
Wedding reception venue decorated with light blue tablecloths and elegant floral arch details.
A groom in a light gray three-piece suit with floral tie poses against a wooden fence.
Coastal wedding portrait in front of boathouse with colorful kayaks stacked in background.
A nautical wedding photo in front of colorful stacked kayaks at a beachside venue, highlighting a couple in formal attire.
A newlywed couple poses outside a boat storage area with colorful kayaks in the background.
Bride in lace wedding gown holds colorful bouquet with yellow and pink flowers on beach during sunset.
Bride with colorful bouquet smiles in lace wedding dress on beach with ocean view.
Bride in lace gown holding colorful bouquet poses on sandy beach at sunset.
Seaside wedding couple walking along the beach in elegant attire.
Beachside wedding portrait with ocean waves in background.
Newlyweds pose together on beach with blue kayak and coastal homes in background.
Seaside wedding portrait with yellow bouquet against ocean background.