The welcome dinner is such a special time for families to come together before the wedding day – it’s a chance for the wedding party and family members to gather and celebrate their loved ones who are starting their own family… or rather, bringing two families together. This editorial was shot at a private estate, […]

Rachel and Pete’s wedding at Bonnet Island Estate was the perfect nod to the end of summer and beginning of fall. With the perfect touch of a beautiful pink sunflower and details to die for, I love every unique detail that Paige of Gilded Lily Events creates to make the day unique for such a […]

Catherine and Eric’s wedding at Rumson River House was a perfect example of a home town wedding done right. Catherine got ready in her childhood home and we rode to the most beautiful church right down the street. RRH is one of my favorite local venues and it’s the perfect place for waterfront views and […]

Photography: Jessa Schifilliti Planning: Socialife Events Florals & Design: Faye + Renee Venue: Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club Invitations: Wide Eyes Paper Co Hair: Annas Bridal Creations Makeup: Makeup by Jay Saunz DJ: Element Music NYC

To see this upstate New York wedding come together was such a pleasure to witness, and I was incredibly humbled to photograph such a beautiful occasion. The bride, Meredith, and I had gone to Syracuse University together! Years later, we realized we both had become wedding photographers in other states! Meredith was more up to […]

I was so inspired by Melissa & Bryan’s laid back but elevated approach to their wedding day. From the agate details to the lush bouquets, this wedding day was so fun to photograph. Windows on the water is a venue that is right down the road from my house, and to photograph these two getting […]

Lindsey and Adam planned the most intimate wedding day in September at Natirar Mansion in New Jersey. Opting for a small ceremony and dinner with their families by their side… after witnessing this wedding day I can say that micro-weddings have a special place in my heart! Ninety Acres restaurant is simply exquisite and delicious, […]

Leigh Ann & Dante hosted their wedding day at the Stillwell Stables in Colts Neck, New Jersey this past October. I love the glow of golden hour when they arrived to their wedding reception at Stillwell Stables and the sweet way these two steal glances at each other every chance they could. A wonderful team […]

I am thrilled to announce that I am going to photograph one destination wedding for FREE – yes. FREE. I am already dreaming of all the possibilities!! To celebrate my new brand, Jessa Schifilliti, and my shift towards coastal celebrations, I am gifting a wedding day to one sweet couple out there! The Collection is […]