September 24, 2020 ● Brooke Tyson Photography

November 30, 2019

Rebecca + Todd, a Cozy Autumn Wedding at Gramercy Mansion

Brooke Tyson Photography

I am so excited to share Becca and Todd’s gorgeous autumn wedding today!

Becca and Todd were married on November 23, 2019 at Gramercy Mansion on a lovely fall day.

Becca and Todd first met as coworkers a few years ago; Todd was the assistant principal at the same school where Becca taught math. They exchanged numbers because Becca was interested in teaching summer school, but they ended up texting each other a while later instead of set up a date playing golf… and the rest is history! Becca and Todd have been together for three years now, and their love and adoration for each other is so, so clear. And Becca and Todd have another exciting addition to their lives. Six months ago, their absolutely adorable son, Teagan, was born!! Teagan might just be the cutest baby in the world (I’m not kidding – he is SO beautiful!) and he was in such good spirits all day. Teagan wore the tiniest little baby tuxedo and celebrated his mom and dad all day. It was so sweet!

Becca and Todd started the day by getting ready at Gramercy Mansion. Becca got ready with her bridal party, mother, and baby Teagan upstairs, while Todd and his groomsmen got ready on the first floor. Afterward, Kelsey went outside with Todd and his wedding party for portraits, and then Becca and her bridal party had some portraits outdoors, too (plus she shared the sweetest first look with her dad!). November 23 was predicted to be chilly and rainy most of the day, but thankfully that morning, the forecast showed rain only starting in the afternoon – and that start time kept getting pushed further and further back. Yay!! So Becca and Todd were able to have the outdoor ceremony that they were hoping for – which was wonderful!

As guests arrived, they were treated to warm spiced apple cider served beside a cozy fire inside of the mansion before heading down a stone trail to Becca and Todd’s ceremony site. The ceremony space at Gramercy is absolutely gorgeous; a flat patio overlooks an impressive field, with colorful fall trees and rolling hills beyond. As guests came down to the ceremony site with warm apple cider in hand, they were welcomed to the ceremony space with baskets filled with blankets (such a special and cozy touch!). Guests snuggled under cozy hunter green throws, and the ceremony began!

Becca and Todd two decided ahead of time that they wanted to see each other for the first time standing at the aisle, and as Becca began her walk down the aisle, it was such an emotional moment for both Becca and Todd. Teagan came down the aisle with Becca’s maid of honor, Mel, and then got to spend the ceremony sitting with Todd’s mother. Becca and Todd’s friend, Jae, officiated their ceremony, and he shared a story of a time when he was visiting Becca and Todd’s house while Todd was renovating his basement. Becca suggested that Todd shut off the electricity, and soon after, Becca and Jae heard Todd yell from the basement. He came up and said he decided he needed to turn of the electricity, and as Jae pointed out, Becca didn’t say “I told you so” – which is a true sign of love!

After the ceremony, everyone headed back to the mansion for cocktail hour, and Becca and Todd went outside for some portraits with their wedding party. Afterward, we went inside for family portraits, and then Becca and Todd braved the chilly weather for a few more portraits outside. Just as we finished portraits, it began to drizzle (and luckily, Becca and Todd’s wedding planner, Brielle, had her sweet assistant, Rachel helping us, and she was ready for a blanket for Becca to wrap up in!). We rushed back inside, where it was warm, cozy, and oh-so-festive, and Becca and Todd’s wedding reception fun kicked off!

Becca and Todd were introduced with Teagan, and then guests enjoyed a very Autumn dinner by Chef’s Expressions, including a delicious squash soup with pumpkin seeds, a spiced poached pear salad, and chicken and steak. After dinner, Todd’s best man, Aaron, and Becca’s maid of honor, Mel, gave sweet speeches, and then the microphone was up for grabs for anyone else that wanted to give a speech. And a lot of people were so happy to speak about Becca and Todd. These two are SO loved by their family and friends, and the speeches were wonderful! They had a total of 13 speeches, which were so touching, thoughtful, and downright hilarious. Becca and Todd are both educators, and it is clear that they have impacted so many people over the years. And there were many educators in attendance – which means many people that are very skilled at public speaking! The speeches were so great, and a lot of fun. After speeches, everyone moved to the adjoining room for Becca and Todd’s first dance, followed by Becca’s dance with her father, and Todd’s dance with his mother. And then the party kicked off!!

Later into the night, guests enjoyed wedding cake and late night snacks, including apple cheesecake, carrot cake pops, and peanut butter bites (so fun!). And the dancing continued all night. The wedding party even took to the dance floor for their own dance!! It was such a fun and beautiful autumn wedding, and the day couldn’t have gone more perfectly.

Becca and Todd worked with the wonderful Brielle Davis of Brielle Davis Events for their wedding, and she planned everything so, so beautifully. Kelsey and I have been so fortunate to photograph a number of weddings with Brielle and her team, and it is so clear how much she loves her couples. Becca and Todd’s wedding was so thoughtfully planned, and every detail was perfect for their cozy Autumn day! All of the details were so lovely, including the STUNNING bouquets by Sara Gray Foreman and the beautiful table arrangements (complete with ribbon-wrapped books – so perfect for two educators! My husband and I also used books for our wedding tables when we were married; it is such a great detail for book lovers!). Brielle, Rachel, and Josh were incredible to work with, as always, and Becca and Todd’s wedding was so, so beautiful. My sister, Kelsey, second shot with me (our last wedding of 2019!), and Eric of Modern Frames Photography came to second shoot with us during the reception. I loved working with all of them!

Gramercy Mansion was the perfect setting for Becca and Todd’s wedding, and it was so fun to see guests exploring the different spaces, enjoying the fireplace with late night snacks, and dancing the night away. It was such a fun day, and it was such a joy to see Becca and Todd celebrate their marriage with their family, friends, and baby Teagan. Becca and Todd, we loved being part of your wedding day and getting to know you two, and we are so happy for you both!! Congratulations!! Enjoy some favorites from your beautiful day!!

Becca’s mom wore the beautiful necklace, on the right, at her own wedding, and it was originally Becca’s grandmother’s. It is so special that Becca got to wear this one her wedding day, too!

Teagan is seriously the cutest baby ever!

I love this special moment! Becca’s mom helped her put on her beautiful wedding gown, and Becca’s mom’s own wedding gown was on the dress form behind them!

Becca, you are such a beautiful bride!!

Becca’s bridal bouquet was truly AMAZING!! Look at all of the different flowers, tones, and textures. I couldn’t get enough of it!
Such a sweet and beautiful wedding party!! And this group of ladies braved the cold weather so well!
And then Becca shared a first look with her father. It was so sweet!

Meanwhile, Todd and his groomsmen got ready inside of the mansion.

Such a great group of groomsmen!
I love this one so much!! Todd’s smile says it all!!

And then it was wedding ceremony time!

Yay!! Becca and Todd are married!!
I love the one of them on the left so much!!

So beautiful!!

Sweet baby Teagan braved the cold weather for some photos with his mom and dad :)

Such a fun wedding party!!

Love these!! This little arbor was such a pretty stop!

Love these! The gazebo at Gramery is so pretty!

Such a beautiful couple!!

I love both of these, but I especially love Todd’s big smile! These two are such happy, kind people – Todd was holding Becca’s bouquet for her because she was bundling up because it had just started raining!

Definitely a favorite!! Look at all of these happy, beautiful people! Everyone was so, so happy for Becca and Todd!

And then it was reception time!