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Timeless, Coastal, Classic, and Chic for Marissa and Cole’s Waterfront Wedding

July 18, 2025

We couldn’t wait another minute to share more of Marissa and Cole’s wonderful wedding weekend! If you missed their welcome dinner, you definitely want to check it out, because it’s giving us serious waterfront wedding goals, and if the night before was that pretty, you know the wedding is going to be breathtaking!

This wedding somehow captured an absolutely perfect combination of classic elegance, modern chic, and timeless coastal vibes. The attention to detail is just incredible. Kicking off the nuptials with a bespoke invitation suite to include the couple’s fur-baby and a watercolor monogram crest framed by blue hydrangeas, we knew this would be a day for the books right away. Marissa stole the stage in a lovely lace gown, blending modern luxury with timeless glam as she made her way to a romantic first look with a river view. Patiently waiting to get a glimpse of his bride, Cole sported a classic black and white suit. After joining in matrimony on the Miles, the newlyweds welcomed their guests to the celebration with an oyster bar, stunning florals from J Starrs Flower Barn, a champagne tower, and a beautiful black and white dance floor just begging for the music to begin. A three-tiered wedding cake, an outfit change, and a fireworks show later and we can certainly say that this wedding is one we won’t soon forget!

Three rings—two wedding bands and one diamond engagement ring—are arranged on an RSVP card featuring a decorative N and floral design, setting the tone for a romantic Kirkland Manor Wedding. Kindly respond by July 25th using our wedding website. Flat lay of elegant, light blue wedding invitations for a Kirkland Manor Wedding with floral and watercolor designs by J Starrs Flower Barn, RSVP cards, an addressed envelope with a stamp, groom’s ring in a box, wax seal, and white flowers. Flat lay of elegant bridal accessories—white heeled sandals with pearls, a white clutch, gold perfume bottle, black lipstick, engagement ring, and wedding band—beautifully arranged for a Kirkland Manor Wedding on a light surface.A collage shows the brides wedding invitations tied with blue ribbon, a white lace dress hanging on a door, and a close-up of an invite with a wax seal—all in the soft, elegant setting of a Kirkland Manor Wedding. A large, white, two-story colonial-style mansion with columns, green roof, and multiple chimneys stands behind a red brick walkway—an ideal backdrop for a waterfront wedding or stunning photos from J Starrs Flower Barn on a sunny day. A Bride wearing a white lace robe holds a champagne glass, displaying a large oval engagement ring on her finger. Another person holding a glass is blurred in the background, capturing the joy of a waterfront wedding morning. A bride in a long, lace off-the-shoulder wedding dress and veil poses indoors with soft natural light, surrounded by elegant blooms from J Starrs Flower Barn—sitting on a cream chaise lounge in one photo and standing by a mirror in the other.A bride in an off-shoulder lace wedding dress holds invitations by J Starrs Flower Barn. In a second image, she stands outside a white building with her long veil trailing behind, holding a white parasol and waiting for the groom. A bride in a lace wedding gown and veil stands indoors, surrounded by six bridesmaids in matching black dresses. They pose together, holding hands, at their elegant Kirkland Manor Wedding in front of bookshelves and large windows. A bride in a long, flowing gown with a veil stands in a bright room, surrounded by bridesmaids in black dresses. Sunlight streams through large arched windows behind them, capturing the elegance of this serene waterfront wedding. Left: A black bow tie, boutonniere, cufflinks, a wedding band, and Dior cologne set the scene for the groom’s style. Right: At this Kirkland Manor Wedding, a man in a white shirt and suspenders adjusts his bow tie, looking to the side.A bride in a white wedding dress and veil walks toward her groom in a white jacket on a wooden dock over the water at this stunning Kirkland Manor Wedding, leading to a small pavilion with trees under a cloudy sky—the perfect waterfront wedding scene. A groom in a white tuxedo and bow tie smiles as he sees his bride, in an off-the-shoulder lace wedding dress and veil, walking toward him on a wooden dock by the water at their beautiful Kirkland Manor Wedding.A bride and groom share a kiss on a wooden dock over a calm lake at their Kirkland Manor Wedding, surrounded by trees and greenery under a clear sky.A Bride in a lace wedding dress and a groom in a white tuxedo jacket stand close together on a wooden dock over the water, celebrating their elegant waterfront wedding with views of a white pavilion and trees in the background.A bride and groom stand close together, smiling and about to kiss under a white parasol at their Kirkland Manor Wedding. The bride wears a lace off-the-shoulder dress and veil; the groom is in a white tuxedo with a black bow tie and boutonniere.A groom in a white jacket lifts his bride in a lace wedding dress on a green lawn by the lake at their Kirkland Manor Wedding, with a cloudy sky and trees in the background.A bride and groom walk hand in hand on green grass beside a calm lake under a cloudy sky at their beautiful Kirkland Manor Wedding, with trees and water in the background for this stunning waterfront wedding scene.A bride and groom embrace and smile outdoors by a lake. The bride, in a lace wedding dress and veil, holds a bouquet from J Starrs Flower Barn. Lush greenery and water provide the perfect backdrop for their wedding day.A large floral arrangement of white roses and hydrangeas with lush green foliage in a white vase, perfect for a waterfront wedding by J Starrs Flower Barn, set outdoors under a cloudy sky with water in the background.Split image: Left, a white floral arrangement on a pedestal by the lake at a waterfront wedding. Right, a rustic wooden table with drink dispensers, glasses, and a blue tablecloth set on grass near the water, with white chairs in the background.  A bride in a white gown walks down the aisle at a Kirkland Manor Wedding, arm-in-arm with an older man in a tuxedo. Guests watch from white chairs on the lawn, with a large white house and trees in the background.A bride and groom stand facing each other during a lakeside wedding ceremony, with bridesmaids in black dresses and a minister officiating under a large white umbrella. A bride and groom stand facing each other at a Kirkland Manor Wedding, flanked by large floral arrangements; bridesmaids and a groomsman stand on either side under a cloudy sky at this stunning waterfront wedding. Black and white photos capture a Kirkland Manor Wedding by the lake. A bride in a long gown and veil faces her groom in a white jacket, with the officiant and groomsmen nearby amid large floral arrangements.A bride and groom stand together during a romantic waterfront wedding ceremony by a lake, framed by a white floral arch by J Starrs Flower Barn, with guests seated on either side under a cloudy sky. A group of bridesmaids and groomsmen, dressed in formal black attire, walk in pairs across a grassy field during the wedding ceremony, smiling and holding bouquets by J Starrs Flower Barn. The Bride, trees, and chairs are visible in the background. A framed wedding seating chart on an easel, displayed outdoors beside a table and a tree for a waterfront wedding. The chart features guests names and a watercolor illustration of a white dog with a blue collar by J Starrs Flower Barn.  Side-by-side photos: a cocktail table draped in white linen with a single white flower from J Starrs Flower Barn, and an outdoor Kirkland Manor Wedding setup with trees, greenery, small white stands, and waterfront views. A gold-framed sign displays cocktail options—Mint Whiskey Smash and Espresso Martini—next to a grouping of empty glasses set on a white surface outdoors at this elegant waterfront wedding. A close-up of a table set with plates, napkins, utensils, and two bowls of condiments at a Kirkland Manor Wedding. A sign with oyster illustrations reads, It’s About Shucking Time!. At a waterfront wedding, two people in white uniforms shuck oysters at an outdoor table covered with white cloth, while another person—possibly the groom—stands nearby. Trees and a body of water are visible in the background. A close-up view of several opened oysters on a bed of green and yellow seaweed, displayed on crushed ice—perfect for a wedding celebration or as an elegant treat for the Bride from J Starrs Flower Barn.Two white plates with bite-sized appetizers, garnished with greens and lemon slices, are shared by several hands. The blurred background hints at a waterfront wedding or festive outdoor event, perhaps like a Kirkland Manor Wedding.  A pyramid of empty champagne glasses is stacked on a white table at a Kirkland Manor Wedding, with several unopened bottles of champagne nearby, string lights above, and blurred outdoor seating in the background.Elegant outdoor Kirkland Manor Wedding tablescape with white linens, blue glass goblets, tall candles, and a centerpiece of white flowers by J Starrs Flower Barn. Framed table numbers with floral designs accent the beautiful arrangements. Elegant waterfront wedding table centerpiece featuring glass candle holders with lit candles, wine glasses, greenery, and a framed table number 2 with a blue floral design on a white tablecloth at Kirkland Manor Wedding. A three-tiered white wedding cake decorated with white roses and greenery sits on a gold stand, ready for the bride and groom. Gold cake-cutting utensils and tall glass candles adorn the table beside the cake.A Kirkland Manor Wedding reception setup outdoors under a white tent features round tables, wooden chairs, white linens, J Starrs Flower Barn floral centerpieces, candles, and neatly arranged menus, glassware, and silverware for the groom and guests. Outdoor wedding reception under a white tent with wooden chairs, round tables with white cloths, floral centerpieces, string lights, and greenery decor; set on a grassy lawn with trees in the background at a beautiful Kirkland Manor Wedding. String lights and green leafy garlands hang from the ceiling of a white tent at this Kirkland Manor Wedding, with chandeliers suspended along the garland. Two wooden poles support the structure, creating a romantic wedding ambiance for bride and groom.   Elegant outdoor wedding table setup under a white tent, featuring wooden chairs, a white tablecloth, blue glassware, candles, and greenery centerpieces, with string lights and trees in the background—perfect for a waterfront wedding.A groom in a white jacket and black pants dips his bride in a lacy gown while kissing her on a checkered dance floor at their Kirkland Manor Wedding, with guests and tables adorned by J Starrs Flower Barn in the background.Guests sit at a long, elegantly decorated table under string lights at a waterfront wedding, engaged in conversation as candles and floral centerpieces adorn the table, creating an enchanting scene for the bride and her guests.A bride and groom share a kiss beside a white wedding cake under glowing string lights at their Kirkland Manor Wedding, as guests watch and celebrate, surrounded by beautiful blooms from J Starrs Flower Barn.A large white tent is set up on a lawn beside a grand, well-lit white mansion at dusk. At this Kirkland Manor Wedding, the bride and guests dine under string lights, with floral décor by J Starrs Flower Barn creating a warm, festive atmosphere.A smiling couple, dressed in formal attire, pours champagne into the top glass of a wedding champagne tower. With bubbles overflowing and bottles on the table, the Bride glows beside fresh blooms from J Starrs Flower Barn.A bride and groom in formal wedding attire stand smiling by a champagne tower at night, holding coupe glasses. A close-up of the bubbly display is shown on the right, capturing the elegance of their Kirkland Manor Wedding celebration.A joyful woman in a short white dress and a groom in a tuxedo smile at the camera; she holds a cocktail and both display rings on their hands, suggesting they are newly engaged or celebrating a Kirkland Manor Wedding.A group of people in formal attire stand on grass at night at a Kirkland Manor Wedding, watching something off-frame. A large, white event tent is illuminated in the background. The image is in black and white.A bride and groom embrace while watching colorful fireworks light up the night sky, with trees silhouetted in the background at their waterfront wedding.A groom dips and kisses his bride on a grassy field at night during their Kirkland Manor Wedding, while bright fireworks light up the sky behind them. Florals by J Starrs Flower Barn add romantic flair to the magical scene.A bride and groom stand on a grassy field at night, watching and celebrating as large fireworks light up the sky in black and white photos.

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Florals | J. Starr’s Flower Barn

Photos courtesy of Grace & Ardor 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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