Ryan & Emily’s wedding at The Barrington Steakhouse in Halifax was the definition of effortlessly cool—just like them. From the moment we connected, they had a vision: old money wedding elegance with a film-inspired touch. And if I do say so myself, we NAILED it (with a little real film magic, scanned by Photo Alchemist Lab).
The day kicked off at The Sutton Place Hotel, where the couple got ready separately before their emotional first look on the rooftop (yes, there were tears). Emily’s morning was filled with sentimental details—her mom and attendants helped assemble their bouquets, and her pearl accents and bow-tied heels were chef’s kiss for their glam theme. Meanwhile, Ryan and his groomsmen (plus their impeccably dressed dog, Buck-O) kept the energy high with Blanton’s Bourbon and a lot of laughter. Also, let’s take a moment to appreciate Ryan’s perfect summer suit? Iconic.
After their rooftop first look, we wandered downtown Halifax for wedding portraits along the waterfront with their wedding party—one of the funniest, most high-energy groups I’ve had the pleasure of photographing. Capturing their personalities was effortless, and their joy radiates through every frame.
Their intimate ceremony took place on The Barrington Steakhouse’s rooftop patio, the perfect tucked-away gem for a Halifax micro wedding. Emily’s entrance? Flawless. She knew she was the moment—and she was absolutely right. Happy tears were in full force (Buck-O included), and after making it official, we slipped out for some quick downtown portraits before dinner.
Their private reception was pure elegance—candlelit, intimate, and filled with thoughtful details like handwritten calligraphy place cards tied with white ribbon to match their theme. A multi-course dinner, a chic little cake, heartfelt speeches, and glasses clinking with their favourite people—an absolutely perfect way to celebrate.
If you’re planning a Nova Scotia wedding—whether a chic downtown micro wedding or a lavish waterfront celebration—I’d love to capture your day. Let’s chat!
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