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Coastal, Classic, and the Most Fun Reception Ever! Captured by Shelby Darling Photography

June 2, 2025

Bringing us the most perfect blend of coastal style and timeless elegance, with pops of chinoiserie detail elevating the romance and vintage feels, Shelby Darling Photography has shared Callie and Mikes gorgeous waterfront wedding day and we are oh-so obsessed! Things we love about this gallery: blue and white decor, mix and match bridesmaids dresses, hydrangeas that bring New England charm right here to the Shore, and the most fun reception we might have ever seen complete with a bridal-pool party! 

Beautiful wedding day details on display captured by Shelby Darling Photography Stunning white and green florals displayed with the bride's veil The champagne is flowing in the bridal suite as the bridesmaids help the bride get ready for her big day The bride treats her bridesmaids to wedding day gifts in the bridal suite at the Oaks Waterfront Hotel

a moment for the girl gang 😍

Having fun getting ready with the bride, the girls are all dolled up in matching PJs as they get their hair and makeup done in the bridal suite at the Oaks Waterfront Hotel The maid of honor, in a stunning blue and white floral dress, helps the bride button up her wedding gown The bride makes her first appearance in her gorgeous satin gown to show her bridesmaids her full wedding day attire Grooms portraits by Shelby Darling Photography The bridesmaids help the bride across the lawn of the Oaks Waterfront hotel by carrying her train and her veil The groom waits patiently for his bride as she approaches for a first look before the ceremony The bride and groom share a kiss during their private first look moment before they make their way down the aisle The bride looks gorgeous under her sheer veil in the sunlight classic and timeless bridal portraits captured by Shelby Darling Photography Blue floral bridesmaid dresses and adorable flower girls make up the perfect girl gang for this fabulous bride in her gorgeous satin wedding gown The bridal party await the ceremony on the lawn at the Oaks Waterfront Hotel with a light breeze to blow the brides veil in the wind, beautifully captured by Shelby Darling Photography The ceremony site is decorated with beautiful florals displayed in Chinoiserie vases along the aisle and the altar The ceremony site is decorated with beautiful florals displayed in Chinoiserie vases along the aisle and the altar

and the prettiest blue & white ceremony site

A stunning waterfront ceremony is set up with white pedestals and blue and white florals with blooms hydrangeas Adorable flower girls make their way to the ceremony site at the Oaks Waterfront Hotel in matching tulle white gowns leading the way for a beautiful bride an adorable flower girl makes her way down the aisle in a white tulle dress The groom is all smiles as he waits for his bride at the waterfront and floral altar put together with stunning white pedestals and blue florals The bride and groom are captured beautifully during their waterfront wedding by Shelby Darling Photography The bridesmaids have reserved seating in the front row of this waterfront ceremony, and are looking stylish in mismatched blue and white bridesmaid patterned dresses The bride and groom exchange heartfelt vows at their beautiful wedding ceremony on the waterfront of the Miles River surrounded by a beautiful altar decorated in blue and white florals The bride and groom share a first kiss as newlyweds on the beautiful lawn at the Oaks Waterfront Hotel on the Eastern Shore of MD The groom dips the bride in a romantic embrace to share a kiss on their way back up the aisle after exchanging heartfelt vows at their waterfront wedding ceremony in Talbot County MD The happiest groom lifts his new wife into the air in an embrace as they depart their ceremony as newlyweds | Oaks Waterfront Hotel | Oaks Wedding The newlyweds embark on a private cocktail cruise after their ceremony on a beautiful Hinckley picnic boat chartered from the Oaks Waterfront Hotel

beautiful bridal portraits on the boat?? say less!

Black and white bridal portraits captured on a stunning picnic boat while cruising the miles river Beautiful bridal portraits on the boat cruising the Miles River The newlyweds enjoy a private cocktail hour on a chartered Hinckley yacht at the Oaks Waterfront Hotel Black and white wedding portraits on the water at the Oaks hotel in Easton MD Blue and white nautical stripes on the lawn at the Oaks waterfront hotel for a beautiful cocktail hour to celebrate Callie and Mike Wedding cocktail hour on the waterfront at the Oaks with personalized photo frames for the bride and groom Wedding guest fashion, blue and white bridesmaids dresses The ballroom at the Oaks waterfront hotel is set up beautifully for a blue and white wedding reception on the waterfront White florals in a beautiful blue and white vase in a gorgeous tablescape with blue and white details at the Oaks Waterfront Hotel

and the chinoiserie detail has us swooning!

Blue and white details set the stage for a stunning waterfront wedding in St. Michaels MarylandFirst dance as newlyweds captured in beautiful black and white by Shelby Darling Photography The bride and groom share their first dance as newlyweds at the Oaks Waterfront Hotel The sweetheart table at the Oaks has a stunning hydrangea garland full of blue and white blooms The newlyweds toast to their marriage as speeches are given in their honor in the beautiful ballroom at the Oaks Waterfront Hotel Late night bridal portraits on the bar at the Oaks Waterfront Hotel Late night bridal portraits captured by Shelby Darling Photography The bride and groom cut the ceremonial first slice of their beautiful one-tier wedding cake The bride and groom cut the ceremonial first slice of their wedding cake Late night flatlay photography by Shelby Darling A dessert bar by Royal Oak Catering Co Dance floor photography with glow lights captured by Shelby Darling Photography Bridesmaids celebrate their beautiful bride on an energetic dance floor at this Oaks Waterfront Hotel reception A beautiful reception with such fun energy on the dance floor as guests lift the bride and groom into the air in celebration of their wedding black and white wedding photography by Shelby Darling Photography This dance floor is pure energy, and captured with night flash and glow sticks by Shelby Darling Photography

a moment for the reception dress!

The bride joins the dance floor debuting a little white dress with pops of silver sparkle for her reception dress

Mismatched blue and white bridesmaids dresses and a little white dress for the bride's second look at the reception

Shelby Darling Photography captured this priceless moment beautifully with her night time flash photography style

and ending the night with a dip in the pool?? we’re obsessed!

The bridal party jumps in the pool in their wedding attire ending the night with a splash As seen in Style Me Pretty These newlyweds are all about fun, ending the night in the pool with their bridesmaids and groomsmen after a great reception

we love a bride who knows how to have fun!

The bridal party surrounds the newlyweds with smiles and hugs during a pool side sendoff at the Oaks Waterfront Hotel Bride and groom embrace in a passionate kiss in the pool at the Oaks Waterfront to conclude their fun filled wedding ceremony

Photos by Shelby Darling Photography

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My journey with My Eastern Shore Wedding began back in my high school and college years as a creative intern, where I absolutely fell in love with the boundless creativity the wedding industry offers. Over the years, I moved into roles as a community manager and Media Director, and each position deepened my appreciation for the artistry and joy that weddings bring. Now, as the Owner and Editor in Chief, I feel so honored to keep celebrating the beauty of the Eastern Shore, both as my home and as a stunning wedding venue. It's a joy to inspire others as they plan their dream days. For me, the true beauty of this work lies in being part of those moments of pure happiness and helping create lasting memories for couples on their special day.

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