V O W R E N E WA L
RACHAEL + ERIC LONG ISLAND, NY
JULY 9, 2016 P H O TOG R A P H E D B Y A my A n a i z P h o t o g ra p hy
Text by Samuel Naumick
R
achael and Eric’s love story begins in
For Rachael, wedding shopping was a “breeze,”
their home nation; the Caribbean
having the assisting of Selina from Vainglorious
islands of Trinidad and Tobago. It
Brides to guide her along the way. Her f inal dress
was absolutely love at f irst sight for them both.
selection was chic and sexy, a true representation
Their eyes, drawn and locked together as if by
of Rachael’s personal style.
gravity’s pull, was fate in action. The romantic embers kindled and f illed their hearts with the
Their wedding guests were welcomed with
warmth of eternal love for each other. Their
signature cocktails, live music representing their
relationship quickly grew and after two years
culture, and a draw dropping ceremony decor.
they were blessed with the arrival of their f irst
Out of town guests received silk box welcome
child.
packages, which included some of the couples’ favorite snacks. As guests entered the reception
Shortly after her birth, Eric was called away for
they were greeted by a custom escort mirror,
work on a contracting job which lasted a year to
over the top centerpieces and a custom dance
the date of their daughter’s f irst birthday. It was
f loor wrap. The live band continued to rock
a trying time for them both…hearts full of deep
the house until dinner, after dinner the DJ and
longing for being back in each other’s arms. Not
Groom got all the guests on the dance f loor,
a moment passing by in which the other was not
waving their custom sweat towels that said
on their mind. Finally, upon Eric’s return home,
"Dance Till You Sweat." For dessert each guest
he immediately went straight to the jewelry
received a personalized custom mini wedding
store, selecting a ring, and proposing to Rachael,
cake. It was truly a night to remember.
promising never to again to be apart.