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Nikki & Rick

How Nikki Knew She Had Found the One

“Rick and I can always be ourselves and we bring out the best in each other. We have always had each other’s backs and supported whatever adventure was thrown our way.”

Come Rain or Shine

“Knowing our luck with weather, we made sure to order umbrellas in case of rain. Of course, as we were leaving the church it started downpouring. We were so disappointed we couldn’t take pictures outside until we pulled up to our reception and it was the most beautiful sunset you could ever imagine.”

Cheers

“Rick and I wanted to incorporate our shared love of wine and adventure into our décor, so we went with a wine theme since we got engaged at Silver Oak Cellars in Napa Valley. Our reception venue had high ceilings, so we incorporated beautiful, tall vases with draping flowers as well as wine bottles with twinkle lights to weave in our theme throughout. We even had a magnum-sized bottle of wine from
the winery where we got engaged to share with our bridal party!”

Rick’s Favorite Moment

“Running into our reception as husband and wife and hearing the DJ announce us as Mr. and Mrs. Pecora was one of my favorite moments. We had our DJ create a mix with our favorite Taylor Swift and Avicii songs.”

Number of Wedding Guests: 275

Vendor List:

Ceremony: Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Church

Reception: Chandler’s Weddings & Special Events

Photography: Angela Renée Photography

Rings: Ancona Jewelers

Videography: Buller Media

Event Planner: Sarah Kathleen Events

Bride’s Gowns: Pronovias via Dimitra’s Bridal Couture

Hair & Makeup: Antonette White Airbrush Makeup and Hair

Bride’s Shoes: Badgley Mischka

Bride’s Earrings & Veil: Simply Luxe Bridal Boutique

Formalwear: Formally Modern Tuxedo

Groom’s Accessories: Hugo Boss

Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Jenny Yoo Collection

Stationery: Wedding Paper Divas

Wedding Crest: Samantha Meyer Studio

Floral & Decor: Flowerville

Entertainment: A-List DJs

Cake & Sweets: The Baking Institute

Transporation: M&M Limousine Services; Emperor Limousine



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